Winter in the Paddock with TreeProject

As the cool months roll in, there’s no better time to pull on your gumboots, grab your gloves, and head out into Victoria’s countryside to plant something that matters.

From May through September, TreeProject invites you to spend a day out in the paddock, planting indigenous seedlings that will grow to protect our waterways, restore ecosystems, and provide vital habitat for native wildlife.

Planting days are being held in the Yarra Ranges, Melbourne surrounds, Bendigo, and Ballarat — giving you the chance to connect with the land close to home or enjoy a day trip to somewhere new.

Each planting day is a chance to connect — with nature, with others, and with the shared goal of repairing our landscapes, one seedling at a time. Whether you come with friends, family, a work crew, or solo, you’ll be warmly welcomed into a community of people getting their hands dirty for a greener future.

TreeProject is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to revegetating Victoria, and we’ve been doing it since 1989. Our planting days are held from winter through to spring in some of the state’s most beautiful rural regions.

Be prepared for digging, bending, and walking on uneven ground — a good level of fitness is needed. Some days are suitable for children too, so be sure to check the event details when booking.

TreeProject looks forward to seeing you out in the paddock this winter. Let’s plant hope, restore balance, and grow something great — together