Volunteers Needed for NEV Backyard Trapping Research Program

We are excited to invite you to join our urban ecosanctuary community in a vital initiative: a predator trapping program designed to protect our precious native species and restore the unique ecosystems that make North East Valley and New Zealand such a remarkable place to live.

Working alongside your neighbours, you will be provided with the needed tools to engage in hands-on conservation efforts while also contributing to a research initiative aimed at gathering information regarding the impact domesticated pets have on predator species in backyard spaces. This program not only benefits our ecosystems but also promotes personal well-being and strengthens our community bonds. Volunteering as a team fosters connections and builds a sense of belonging, strengthening our community as we work towards preserving the natural heritage of New Zealand.

We are well aware of how time poor everyone is these days; this program will only take a few minutes per week (averaging less than an hour per month). Together, we can make a significant impact on improving our local biodiversity, creating greater ecological resilience, and fostering a deeper connection to our natural surroundings. To show our appreciation, all participating households will be given a voucher for a free plant/tree from the Open Valley Urban Ecosanctuary Propagation Nursery.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to be part of a community conservation effort. Your involvement matters, and together, we can make a difference. Please call (473 8614), email OpenVUE@northeastvalley.org, or click this link if you can join your neighbours in this conservation initiative to protect our unique native wildlife in North East Valley.