1 / 2Dragonfly Spring Wetlands Sanctuary
π Onerahi, Northland
Dragonfly Spring Wetlands Sanctuary in Onerahi is a community-restored wetland replanted with native species over many years. Walking trails and educational programmes make it an outdoor classroom for families and school groups. Free to visit.
Inspiring Wetlands project which is a labour of love and sheer graft over many years. Cleared of exotic species, weeds and rubbish by Jeremy & Pam and volunteers & planted with native plants (many home grown en masse by Pam) this project shows what can and should be done and with so many benefits for the environment and local education amongst other plusses. You can contact them if you wish to contribute or volunteer in any way.
π Family Action Verdict
Reviewers describe the sanctuary as an inspiring community project that doubles as a genuine educational experience for children. Families mention the guided bug hunting activities and the tangible sense of ecological restoration as highlights that make the visit more than a simple walk.
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π¬ What Families Are Saying
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A L
2 years ago
βInspiring Wetlands project which is a labour of love and sheer graft over many years. Cleared of exotic species, weeds and rubbish by Jeremy & Pam and volunteers & planted with native plants (many home grown en masse by Pam) this project shows what can and should be done and with so many benefits for the environment and local education amongst other plusses. You can contact them if you wish to contribute or volunteer in any way.β
Jacqueline Rewha-Clendon (Information Gatherer)
3 years ago
βQuite an amazing place, didn't even know it was here untill I went walk about .... awesome project and great work, a reflection of the great community spirit here in the big 'O' 1 of many educational and inspiring projects, tino rawe.β
Sheryl Mai
6 years ago
βIncredible community project where teaching and learning go hand in hand. Congratulations to the founders and supporters over many years for your contribution to improved harbour health and biodiversity.β
Jeremy Busck
4 years ago
βGreat place for Education Outside the Classroomβ
Reviews from Google
Overview
Dragonfly Spring Wetlands Sanctuary in Onerahi is the result of decades of community restoration led by founders Jeremy and Pam. The site was cleared of exotic species and replanted with home-propagated native species to restore wetland ecology. The sanctuary supports native insect life, birds, and harbour health. Educational trails run through the plantings and the site hosts school groups and family nature walks. Bug hunting activities have been run with specialist guides.
