World Wetlands Day2 February each yearWorld Wetlands Day marks the date of the adoption of the Convention on Wetlands on 2 February 1971. This is an international date with a different theme set each year by the Ramsar Secretariat. Whio Awareness MonthWhio Awareness Month promotes awareness of this iconic duck. World Wildlife Day3 March each yearWorld Wildlife Day is a global celebration of wildlife and the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). 29 February to 8 March 2020Seaweek is a national celebration of our marine environment. Takahē Awareness MonthTakahē Awareness Month promotes awareness of this flightless bird. International Day for Biological DiversityUnited Nations International Day for Biological Diversity increases understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues. 5 June each yearArbor Day inspires people to plant, nurture and celebrate trees. To celebrate Arbor Day you could:- plant a native tree in your backyard- volunteer for a project- head outdoors and enjoy New Zealand's wild places. World Environment Day5 June each yearWorld Environment Day is an international United Nations event that creates awareness of the environment and encourages political attention and action. National Volunteer Week21 to 27 June 2020National Volunteer Week is New Zealand's largest celebration of volunteering. Volunteer for conservation and become part of an active community. To get involved:- look at DOC volunteer activities in your region. - contact a community conservation group in your region. Annual garden bird survey27 June to 5 July 2020 The annual garden bird survey is a citizen science project established to monitor the population trends of common garden birds in New Zealand. World Ranger Day31 July each yearWorld Ranger Day is a chance to celebrate our hard-working rangers, and remember former rangers. 5 to 13 September 2020Conservation Week is run by DOC each year to raise awareness of the benefits of conservation and encourage people to get involved. Mental Health Awareness WeekMental Health Awareness Week conntects people with nature which is good for mental health and wellbing. Save Kiwi MonthSave Kiwi Month urges all New Zealanders to join the fight to save our national icon..