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Dale's DAY OUT
An initiative inspired by Dale’s love of nature, wildlife and community.
Dale’s DAY OUT is a fully sponsored family day at Willowbank Wildlife Reserve for families facing serious illness, injury, bereavement or trauma.
A chance to step away from appointments, treatment and the pressures of everyday life, have some fun and simply enjoy being together.
Families can explore Willowbank, meet the animals, connect with nature and enjoy special wildlife experiences along the way — with everything taken care of.
No organising. No cost. Just a special day TOGETHER.
Created in loving memory of Dale Hedgcock.
The MAN Behind The Day.
For more than 20 years, Dale Hedgcock was at the heart of Willowbank Wildlife Reserve.
He was passionate about protecting native wildlife, championing conservation and, above all, connecting people with nature. Willowbank was a place he loved deeply and wanted others to experience and enjoy.
Following his own journey with cancer, Dale understood just how much serious illness can take over everyday family life. He wanted to give families going through difficult times the chance to step away from it all and simply have a great day together.
Dale’s DAY OUT brings that vision to life. Sharing his love of Willowbank, wildlife and nature to create a little, or a lot of joy for other families.
'Fresh air, birdsong and the wonder of wildlife'
TOGETHER, WE’RE MAKING IT HAPPEN
24 FAMILY DAYS already funded.
Since August, our community has already donated $9,915 — enough to provide 24 families with a fully sponsored Dale’s DAY OUT.
OUR NEXT GOAL
Together, raise $25,000 by the end of 2026 and create as many amazing family days as we can.
TARGET = $25,000
More families. More special days. More moments that matter.
SPONSOR A DAY
Sponsor one complete Dale’s DAY OUT for a family, helping provide a special day together at Willowbank with the details taken care of.
One family. One special day. Happy memories that matter.
SPONSOR A DAY - $400DONATE TOWARDS A DAY
Every contribution helps. Choose an amount that works for you and help us create more special days for families when they’re needed most.
DONATEMake A DONATION By Bank Transfer.
Please complete the form below so we can allocate your donation to Dale’s DAY OUT and send you a tax receipt.
NZ Bank Details
Account name: The Willowbank Foundation
Account number: 02-1268-0203313-000
Charity register: CC63438
Payment Reference: Please use DALES DAY OUT and your Surname
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