COMMUNITY & EDUCATION
Dale's DAY OUT
Giving families facing difficult times a special day together. It's on us.
Dale’s DAY OUT is a fully sponsored family day at Willowbank Wildlife Reserve, giving families facing serious illness or life-changing circumstances the chance to step away from the everyday and simply enjoy being together.
When life becomes filled with appointments and treatment, a great family day out can mean a lot. A chance to have fun, reconnect with nature and make some great memories together — with everything taken care of.
From curious capybara and gentle deer to some of Aotearoa New Zealand’s incredible native wildlife, families can explore Willowbank, meet the animals and enjoy some special experiences along the way.
No organising. No cost. Just time together.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
A DAY AT WILLOWBANK
FREE ENTRY
For the whole family to explore and enjoy Willowbank Wildlife Reserve.
FOOD & DRINKS
We’ll keep you well hydrated and your bellies full throughout the day.
A LITTLE EXTRA
Special touches to make your Willowbank experience even more memorable.
TRAVEL SUPPORT
Where required, we can help with transport to and from Willowbank.
REFER A FAMILY
Dale’s DAY OUT is for families facing serious illness or life-changing circumstances who would benefit from a day together. To make sure support reaches families appropriately, referrals are made through our partner organisations and support services.
SPONSOR A DAY
Sponsor a Dale’s DAY OUT, make a donation or partner with us to help more families experience everything Willowbank has to offer. One day can mean so much.
THE MAN BEHIND THE DAY
For more than 20 years, Dale Hedgcock was at the heart of Willowbank Wildlife Reserve. Discover the story behind Dale’s DAY OUT and the legacy that inspired it.