Growing Kai with the Maramataka

Discover the profound wisdom of the mātauranga Māori approach to māra kai with Pounamu Skelton (Te Āti Awa, Taranaki, Ngāti Ruanui).

Whether you're a seasoned gardener, a kai enthusiast, or just eager to learn, this workshop will help you use the maramataka to guide your gardening practices. From planning and sowing seeds through to harvesting by observing nature’s rhythms, discover practical strategies to connect with the mātauranga Māori approach to māra kai and kai sovereignty.

$20 inc maramataka dial & refreshments
Purchase tickets, limited spaces.


Check out a huge range of ticketed, koha and free events during the Taranaki Sustainable Trails: Backyards, Builds and Farms (31 Oct - 16 Nov 2025)
www.sustainablebackyards.org.nz

You may also like the following events from Sustainable Backyards NZ:

• Next month, 2nd October, 04:00 am, Urban Gardening & Sustainability in Waitara
• Next month, 30th October, 11:00 pm, Gathering Native Seeds & Seedlings in Waitara
• Next month, 30th October, 11:00 pm, Growing & Using Culinary Herbs in New Plymouth

Also check out other Workshops in Waitara, Trips & Adventurous Activities in Waitara.