The rain held off for most of the morning on Sunday when the North Shore Kiwi Conservation Club held an outing to explore Okura Bush.

It was great to meet families who enjoyed tramping through the bush, learning about the importance of trapping for pests and about the variety of flora and fauna, which call this special place home. Each family also received a free copy of the book A Magpie Collection.

Three cheers for the wonderful organisers responsible for encouranging a love of nature in our children.