Kenepuru Head is a large open grassy camping ground at the head of Kenepuru Sound. Kenepuru Sound provides opportunities for boating, fishing, walking and mountain biking on the nearby Queen Charlotte Track. The bay is tidal.
The camp ground has a toilet block, cold showers and a cooking shelter. Its popularity with campers is increasing. Kenepuru Head is approximately 1.5 hours from Picton or Havelock. Dogs are allowed at this campground; you will need to obtain a dog permit prior to camp hosting.
Tasks
Your duties will usually take 2-3 hours a day. These include:
The rest of the day is yours to enjoy.
What to bring
You need to be fully self-contained for spending your allocated time camping. Applicants that don't have adequate gear will not be allowed to host. You will need to bring the following:
Optional gear:
What to expect
If your application is successful, the volunteer coordinator will meet you before you head to the camp ground.
Meeting point: You will meet them either at the Havelock Office 13 Mahakipawa Road, or Picton Office 14 Auckland St. This will usually be early (around 8:15 am, although this will be confirmed a few weeks before you start). Let the coordinator know two weeks prior if you will be going via Picton or Havelock.
Induction: You will then be given a Health and Safety briefing, before heading off to the camp ground. One of the rangers will give you an on-site induction.
The induction time and place will be confirmed with you one week prior to you starting.
Insurance: DOC cannot pay for any medical costs or loss of personal equipment incurred during your stay. If you're an international volunteer we strongly recommend travel insurance.
Food reimbursement
We recommend you buy all the dry goods you think you'll need, plus the first week's worth of fresh food. Rangers should be able to bring out additional fresh food you need each week.
DOC will reimburse volunteer’s food expenses up to $100 per week. No receipts will mean no payment.
For volunteers with an NZ bank account, we deposit the money directly into your account. There is usually a 2 to 3 week processing delay. For those that don’t have an NZ bank account, we'll provide you with FreshChoice grocery vouchers.
Bring to your induction your NZ bank account number if you have one, and grocery receipts for the food you've bought. Keep your grocery receipts a week or two before you start.
Getting there
Turn off Queen Charlotte Drive at Linkwater and follow Kenepuru Rd for 40 km to Kenepuru Head. Sealed, narrow and winding road.
How to apply
Safety checks
Everyone who applies for this position is subject to a DOC safety check and Ministry of Justice criminal record check. Information about these checks will be provided after you apply.
What happens after you apply
Contact
Phone: + 64 3 520 3002
Email: [email protected]
Are you interested in lending a hand at this event? Register your interest here. Don't worry if your plans change, you can update your details from the Members Portal for up to 7 days after the event.