Volunteer
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.
What's on
Volunteer Events early 2024
Jan Tues 30, 8am - Feb Fri 2 - North Point
Feb Tues 27, 8am - Mar Fri 1 North Point
Apr Thurs 4, 8am - Mon 7 Blue Lagoon options to depart 8am Sat, return 10 am Sat, 3pm Sun
Apr Mon 8th, 8am - Tues 16 Blue Lagoon options to return 3pm Thurs, 10am Sat, 3pm, Sun, 3pm Mon, 3pm Tues
Apr Fri 12, 8am - Tues 16 Blue Lagoon options to depart Sat, return 3pm Sun, 3pm Sun
May Fri 3, 8am - Mon 6 Blue Lagoon option to depart 8am Sat return 5pm Sun, 3pm Mon
June Tues 8am, 11 - 14 North Point
All trips depart from 14 Howard Drive, Port of Brisbane.
Most Blue Lagoon trips will have a choice of arrival and departure times. (to cater for those who work). North Point based trips will not have flexible departure times due to the additional 40 minutes of travel to the location.
Volunteer info sheet Volinfo.pdf (Info on ferry arrangments, wahts provided and list of BYO items.)
Non members are welcome to participate in volunteer events on the island.
Use the form below to book.
Nominate for above events
Previous trips
Accommodation
- 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.
- 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.
Transport
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.
Join the volunteers email list
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.