Wanaka is known for Grebes. During spring and summer the endangered and engaging water birds can be spotted along our lakeshore.
Key to the breeding success of our Grebes is the provision of safe floating nesting platforms.
Over the months they are in the water, the platforms get knocked about. The MenShed volunteers at the Wanaka Community Workshop are proud to be able to help. Our role is to refurbish and renew the platforms over winter ready for the new season.
Every year there is always room for improvement to the platforms given the lessons of the past season. We trial means to keep the platforms more stable and sheltered from winds.
Its a great project.