OROKONUI ECOSANCTUARY TRIP 21st MAY
Our senior school being welcomed by Tahu and her team at Orokonui Ecosanctuary.

Some children were lucky enough to spot the Tuatara in his enclosure.

Jono took us through the security gate into the forest.

We looked at different trees and fungi along the paths, as well as watching out for wildlife.

At the feeding stations we watched Tui and Bellbirds sipping the sugar water to top up their diet.We closed our eyes and listened to the chorus of birds. It was amazing.

Tahu told  us what Orokonui was like before humans arrived.

Here is Millie dressed up in the Freddo frog costume.

Baza worked with us at the pond. He talked about NZ frogs and the problems they face. We enjoyed using nets and magnifying glasses to find the small invertebrates living in the pond. Orokonui hopes to bring frogs into this pond soon.

Can you spot the little Tomtit? It was very difficult to see because of its colouring.

Our last group of the day was with Chelsea creating seed bombs. We threw them in the bush and hope the seeds will sprout and begin growing.
What a great day out!!