A mission to clear the Mackenzie basin of a nasty pest that can decimate the environment and fuel fire risk gained some impetus in Takapō/Tekapo on Saturday (28 October 2021).
Wilding Free Mackenzie's (WFM) volunteer day at the Lake Takapō/Tekapo Scientific Reserve was one of at least four they hope to hold over coming months, following inaugural efforts in May of 2021.
”Wilding pines are a national problem,” Wilding Free Mackenzie community co-ordinator Haeleigh Turner said.
“They’re recognised as pretty much the worst pest plant in the country, because they invade basically all ecosystems.”...
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