Volunteer

Do you care about the environment, love working outdoors and want to be part of a community of like-minded people? If yes, we need your support.
We’re looking for a small number of active and dedicated volunteers to help us preserve the natural beauty of Moreton Island by:

  • controlling the spread of pest plants 
  • regenerating degraded areas with native plants
  • removing rubbish from beaches and campsites.

During our volunteer weekends, volunteers are expected to:

  • work within a small team for at least 9 hours over 3 days
  • be on time for daily briefings and follow instructions
  • be self-sufficient, proactive and considerate of others.

By volunteering with us, you’ll gain skills in plant identification, weed control and plant propagation, plus contribute to preserving one of the most pristine places in the world.
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What's on

Volunteer Events Sept to Oct 2023         All at Blue Lagoon. 


Oct Fri 13th to Mon 16th Depart 8am Fri, Sat            Return Sun 3pm, 6.30pm, Mon 3pm 

Note; MICat times in bold indicate Defender traveling on MICat on that service.

Mid week options are also available for returning self directed volunteers volunteers from 5th Sept to 12th Oct.  Extend or arrive early for a week-end event.  Transfers to MICat are only confirmed from 5th September to 22 nd September. Mid week volunteers are urged to book early so others follow up with booking to maximize the number of transfers needed between camp and the MICat

Volunteer info sheet Volinfo.pdf  (provide list of BYO items and info on ferry arrangements) 

Non members are welcome to participate in volunteer events.

Nominate for above events

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Not ready to particpate in the above events but would like to be added to our volunteers email list. Fill out the form at the bottom of this page.

Previous trips

Accommodation

On our volunteering trips we stay at the Moreton Experience Blue Lagoon camp site, where we enjoy the creature comforts of:
  • single or twin share pop-up tents, stretchers and sleeping mats
  • a well-appointed communal kitchen and covered seating area
  • toilet and a hot shower.
What to bring
  • food and beverages for the entire trip in your own esky
  • plates and cutlery
  • sleeping bag and a pillow if required
  • hat, long-sleeve shirt, closed shoes and gardening gloves
  • sunscreen and insect repellent
  • secateurs if you have them.
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Transport

Trips depart from Port of Brisbane Friday morning and return Sunday afternoon, unless otherwise specified.

Cost payable to MIPC.
$80 for returning volunteers (includes the MIcat fare of $74.)
$100 for new volunteers
Moreton Island Protection Committee uses these funds to provide ferry fares and 4WD transpoort. All you need is BYO food and bedding (bare stretcher provided).
MIPC thanks for the support provided to volunteers by
  • Mulgumpin Camping for help with camping fees, 
  • MICat ferry for significantly discounted fares,
  • Camp kitchen and bare stretcher in a tent provided by Moreton Experience
  • On Island 4WD transport provided at cost by Moreton Experience.
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Join the volunteers email list

Complete the form and we will add you to our volunteers email list where all volunteer events are notified.  There is no need to be a member of MIPC to volunteer.

Please read our info sheet for volunteers.

Payment is required a few days after booking to secure your place.
Each event has a limited capacity.
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