• Tree Planting with Tipu Wai

Rotorua Duck Tours Environmental

Rotorua Duck Tours has joined with Tipu Waiariki for native tree planting, on Tarawera Road to the Blue Lake

Rotorua Duck Tours was incredibly proud to partner with Tipu Waiariki on a native tree planting initiative along Tarawera Road on the way to Tikitapu (Blue Lake).

The initiative contributed to restoring local ecosystems and supporting biodiversity in the area. The native plantings enhanced the scenic beauty of this popular route while providing additional habitat for native wildlife.

The project also contributed to the overall health and well-being of the environment, including water quality, while helping to mitigate the effects of climate change – making a significant impact for both the environment and the local community.

Rotorua Duck Tours was thrilled to be part of this effort. We contributed $1 for every person who rode on our Tarawera & Lakes Eco experience, with Tipu Wai matching each contribution. The fundraising began in January 2023, with planting taking place in August 2023. In total, seven thousand native trees and plants were planted, which has had a significant impact on the area – promoting biodiversity, enhancing natural beauty, and aiding in erosion control. The area now looks fantastic.

Following the success of this project, Rotorua Duck Tours continued working with Tipu Waiariki Charitable Trust on additional initiatives to enhance the natural environment.

Tipu Waiariki Charitable Trust

Tipu Wai is a tree-planting initiative based in Rotorua, New Zealand, is focused on the restoration and preservation of the local ecosystem. The initiative aims to plant native trees and shrubs in the region, in order to support the local flora and fauna, protect soil and water resources, and help mitigate the impacts of climate change.

Tipu Waiariki works in partnership with local communities, organizations, and businesses to implement its projects, and its tree-planting activities are open to volunteers from the public.

By planting native trees and shrubs, Tipu Waiariki is helping to re-establish the local ecosystem, provide habitats for native species, and enhance the region’s natural beauty. The initiative is an important part of Rotorua’s efforts to promote sustainability, conserve its natural resources, and protect its unique environment for future generations.

If you want to help with this initiative, then please contact Tipu Waiariki directly.

 

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