The US Consul-General Sarah Nelson and consulate staff joined members of the community for a tree planting at the Mangemangeroa Reserve in Somerville.
Members of the US-NZ Youth Council, a group convened by the US Embassy which is aimed at young people interested in international relations, were also present.
Before the tree planting, the group was taken on a guided walk of the reserve and were given an overview of its history, ecology and restoration, Pest Free Howick conservation assistant Ethan McCormick says.
Friends of Mangemangeroa supplied equipment and plants for the day’s excursion.
“Aside from a few patches of rain, the day was enjoyed by all involved,” McCormick says.
The event follows on from the numerous planting days that have been held by the Friends of Mangemangeroa this year.
