Events | Coastal Otago Willows and Weavers

Annual Harvest

Beginning the 2023 harvest.

We harvest the willows annually, in the winter when the plants are dormant. Harvest usually happens late June / early July, after all the willows have dropped their leaves, and before the sap begins to move again.

2026 Harvest will take place over two weekends: 27/28 June and 4/5 July
All are welcome to join us on any of these dates, please share the word with anyone interested and available. Harvest time is our busiest time of year and there are jobs for all abilities, plenty of learning to be had, and it's a fun time.

You can read about previous harvests in 2022, 2023 and 2024 on our News Page.

Monthly Working Bees

We have regular working bees through the year to look after our willow beds. It’s a great chance to see the yearly cycle of willow growth and learn more about identifying the different species and varieties of willow. Weeding, mulching, and cutting grass are our main working bee activities. Bring along weeding tools, gloves and wear sturdy shoes or gumboots. Also bring a hot drink and a snack for afternoon tea.

We hold working bees on the second Sunday of the month. Working bees are 11am to 3pm.

Garden Calendar

Weaving Get-Togethers

Through the year we hold making days. We work on various projects, using a variety of materials. Past examples include tension trays, bending frames and handles, making string and brushes. These are co-learning spaces (no dedicated tutors), where the group will try ideas gleaned from the internet or books, and share tips for techniques (often learned while making mistakes!).

Cost: suggested donation $2 (members) and $15 (non-members), to help cover the cost of hiring the workspace /materials.

For more information and if you wish to join please contact us.

The dates for the next weaving get-togethers will be announced soon!

AGM

Our third AGM was be held on the 24^th September at 5.30pm, in the Fred Hollows Room, Valley Project, North Rd, NEV.