Join us to celebrate Conservation Week at Sir Peter Blake MERC!

This is the second in-person event, and fourth overall event of our Ngā Kōrero III Series, supported by the New Zealand National Commission for UNESCO, aiming to bring Ocean Literacy Principles to life. This event is focused on Ocean Literacy Principle #4: The ocean makes Earth habitable. The day will be all about how the ocean supports life on Earth, including us, and how we can help the ocean continue to do this into the future.

What to expect

2-4:30pm: Join one of our paddling expeditions to nearby beaches to clean-up and collect samples or stay at the beach in the Long Bay-Okura Marine Reserve to assist with a Litter Intelligence survey and clean-up.

4:30-5pm: Enjoy some kai and chat about what we discovered

5-6pm: Hear from experts about how our seas truly are our survival. They will highlight the incredible things the ocean does for us, challenges the ocean is facing, and how we can sustain its ability to continue to provide these valuable services. Experts from the University of Auckland and the Department of Conservation (DOC) and more will share their knowledge with us on local and global initiatives. Learn about more ways you can take action for our ocean!

Register now for the beach and water activities, the presentation, or BOTH!

A few more details:

 ~ Paddling is ocean condition dependent, but could include going on a Giant Stand-up Paddleboard (GSUP) or kayak. You may also get to help collect plakton or other samples on your voyage!

***NOTE: Wet Paddle Expedition spots are limited so if your plans change please cancel your reservation. These will leave promptly at 2pm so please be on time to get your spot!! Unfilled spots will become available to other event participants.

 ~ If you stay in the marine reserve you can join us in doing a more in-depth clean-up following the Litter Intelligence transect on the beach near MERC.