Projects arise with what the land is telling us, the needs of the farm, and our learning goals.

If you see a project that captures your enthusiasm, or you have a project you’d like to do at Wilderland that isn't listed, reach out at visit@wilderland.org.nz, or apply to volunteer.

Summer '26/'27

December '26 → Febuary '27: Our focus is going to be...

MarketsWeekly local markets require harvesting, stocking and operating the market stall

Finalising WorkshopThanks to a kind donation, we have many bench tools to set up in the new workshop

Water InfrastructureInstalling water lines to Hina Hina, to irrigate our largest area for crops

Fence WeavingCutting down non-native, fire prone acacia for use as natural fences to protect gardens

Spring '26

September → November 2026: Our focus is going to be...

MillingUsing a Peterson swing blade mill we will turn trees into useful dimentional lumber

Natural BuildingTo complete our workshop, we'll be working with cordwood, strawbale and natural plasters

Cover Crops & Food ProductionCover crops will be cut & used as mulch for summer vegetable gardens

Fence WeavingCutting down non-native, fire prone Acacia for use as natural fences to protect gardens

Winter

June → August 2026: Our focus was...

Product creationPreparation of oils, preserves and tinctures for our roadside shop

Tree fellingWith the help of experienced arborists, we harvested large gum trees to be milled

Natural buildingFinishing touches were made on a cob structure as well as continuing work on a cordwood floor

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RD1/2486
Tairua Whitianga Road
Kaimarama 3591
New Zealand / Aotearoa

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