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    • T.R.A.P.
    • Ngahere Group
  • Get Involved
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  • Information & Resources
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    • Annual Reports
    • MEDIA
    • Training Videos
    • Other Reports
  • For Volunteers
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  • Thank you
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 T.R.A.P.
TRAPPING FOR RESTORATION AND PROTECTION  

Into the Future - Update for 2025 

Trapping for Restoration and Protection is Picton Dawn Chorus’ flagship donor campaign — a bold push to future-proof predator control across Waitohi–Picton. After nine years and more than 28,800 predators removed, our trap network is simply maxed out. With 3,900+ traps spread over rugged country, the system is overdue for an upgrade.
It’s time to lift our game and protect more birdlife than ever.
Our Goal
We’re fundraising to purchase 500 self-resetting AT220 auto traps. These devices need checking only twice a year and consistently outperform our older models.Since launching in December 2024, Project T.R.A.P. has already funded 170 traps, bringing our total AT220s to 211.
$640 funds one trap. This covers the unit, installation, and ongoing maintenance.
Smaller contributions still count — anything under $640 supports our wider conservation mahi and helps us with our goal of 'Restoring our birdlife together'.
Why These Traps Matter
Your donation will:
  • Cut predator numbers faster and more effectively.
  • Free up staff and volunteer time for the hardest lines.
  • Strengthen the health of our forests and boost native bird populations.
This upgrade changes the scale of what we can achieve — long-term, consistent, and far more efficient predator control.
Donor Benefits
Buy 3+ traps
• Trap naming rights
• Updates on what your traps are catching

Buy 1–2 traps
• Twice-yearly impact report showing collective progress

Donations under $640
• Supports critical conservation work across Waitohi–Picton

Donate Now
Bank Transfer Details:
Account Name: Picton Dawn Chorus Inc
Account Number: 03 1710 0051798 00
Reference: Your Name + TRAP

All donations qualify for the 33% tax rebate. We’ll send a receipt once payment is received.
Talk to Us
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Thinking about a larger gift or want to explore options?
Contact:
Anna Polson – 03 928 4957 ext 3
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