Conservation Fund

Conservation Project

From 1st July 2003 we started donating some of our revenue to help fund our own conservation project (this is in addition to fees we pay to the Department of Conservation). So far we have raised over $18,000.

From 1st September 2020 to date, we stopped these contributions due to the impact of Covid-19 and the changing economic environment resulting in fewer visitors travelling that impacted on our revenue. We have tried to remain sustainable but still continue to promote conservation, by providing meaningful, quality natural history tours that help visitors appreciate our natural environment and understand the significance of conserving what we have.  Our tours continue to be highly educational.

We have now made the decision to start donating $ 5.00 p.p. into the Ruggedy Range Conservation Fund for each person that takes part in at least 2 tours from the coming 2026/2027 Season.  The monies will be used to support protection of our native wildlife and ecosystems from threats that include from the use of harmful pesticides / rodenticides. 

Our aim is contribute to the protection and enhancement of our native species (terrestrial / marine) and our natural environment. Thank you for your support.

We encourage the development of sustainable conservation techniques, meaningful research and genuine conservation projects.