The "Shui Hau Ecological Guardians" Volunteer Program is a year-round initiative. It aims to engage individuals interested in learning about wetlands and participating in farmland restoration, assisting the Hong Kong Bird Watching Society with a range of environmental conservation and public education activities.
Shui Hau Village on Lantau Island is a unique village in Hong Kong that rich in rural character and biodiversity. The Hong Kong Bird Watching Society has been collaborating with Shui Hau Village to conserve its landscape and biodiversity through ongoing wetland management efforts, creating an environment that balances ecological value with sustainable development.
While Shui Hau boasts diverse habitats, nearby irrigation waterways have fallen into disrepair for many years, and farmland has been abandoned for decades, thus threatening the wetland ecosystem. Therefore, Shui Hau urgently needs the help of volunteers to participate in farming restoration, habitat management, ecological research, and other related tasks, working together to protect this wetland. This program seeks to create diverse wetland habitats to attract wildlife to reside and breed here. Among these, rice paddy restoration is a key focus, with the goal of attracting the critically endangered Yellow-breasted Bunting (commonly known as the "rice bird") and other bunting species.
If you enjoy outdoor activities and want to contribute to wetland restoration, now is your chance!
Objectives
- To recruit volunteers to learn about the Shui Hau’s wetland habitats, particularly the ecological and conservation value of restoring paddy fields.
- To organise a group of volunteers passionate about wetland and bird conservation to assist with long-term wetland management and public education.
Volunteer Training Program Activitie
[1. Online Lecture] 12/6/2025 (THU) 19:00 – 20:00
[2. Outdoor Training] 15/6/2025 (SUN) 09:45 – 16:30 (Coach provided)
Language: Primarily Cantonese
Target Audience: Aged 18 or above
Quota: 25 participants
Activity Location: Shui Hau Wetland Farmland
Activity Content:
1) Project Introduction
2) Shui Hau Farmland Guided Tour
3) Hands-on Farming Experience (daily field work, crop harvesting demonstration and experience)
Registration Link: https://bit.ly/hkbws_shuihau_volunteer
Application Deadline: 11/6/2025 (WED)
Upon completion of the training, you will become an official volunteer! Volunteers can participate in our service program, accumulating hours to earn certificates and gifts!
This conservation initiative requires deep cultivation and meticulous effort, and we sincerely hope for your participation. Please also share this long-term and meaningful volunteer opportunity with your friends and family!
Should you have any questions, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or inquire via our Facebook channel / Instagram DM.
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