Alerts

Wilkins - Young (Gillespie Pass) Circuit

For Kerin Forks Hut
Alert Predator control for Wānaka area

We distributed toxic bait pellets containing 1080 on Saturday 27 April 2024 in these areas:

  • Gillepsie Circuit
  • Upper Wilkin Valley
  • Blue Valley

See a map of the operation area: Pesticide summaries webpage

There may be toxic carcasses and bait (green coloured pellets) in the area. It's not safe to hunt for food or have your dog in this area for up to 8 months. Warning signs and this web alert will be removed when the area is safe again.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 26 October 2023. Last reviewed on 29 April 2024.
Date 29 Apr 2024 16:39
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.