Coast Care dune planting was not limited to just National Volunteer Week, rather they were held most weekends at different Bay of Plenty locations throughout June and September.
Upcoming dates include Sunday June 26, near Omanu or at Pio Shores, and Saturday July 2 at Pukehina Beach. A new group was being formed for Papamoa Beach with their first dune planting day scheduled for July 24.
"We usually start mid-late morning. It takes about two hours, and volunteers are rewarded with a cuppa and a muffin afterwards.
"Parents are welcome to bring their children along.
"All you need to bring is covered sturdy footwear, clothing suitable for the weather and gardening gloves. Your favourite spade is optional," Mr Greenshields said.
The Coast Care programme was delivered through a partnership between Bay of Plenty Regional Council, four coastal district and city councils (Western Bay of Plenty, Tauranga, Ōpōtiki and Whakatane) and Department of Conservation.
Find out more at www.boprc.govt.nz/coastcare