The first full moon of the new year (Wolf Moon) rises in the height of summer. This January MOON Harvest invites us to pause within the season’s intensity, gather on the land, and harvest what is ready before the peak heat — both in the gardens and within ourselves. This is a big harvest evening, as we gather the bulk of our annual harvest needs together. The MOON Harvest is a monthly rhythm at BROOMHILL, offering time to reconnect with the whenua, observe what is thriving, and reflect on how we are tending the land and our own energy as the year unfolds. What to bring: Comfortable clothes suitable for garden work Closed shoes Sun hat and/or warm layer, depending on weather Water bottle Gloves (optional) Any personal tools you enjoy using (optional) We’ll have shared tools available. Seasonal Context: Each MOON Harvest takes place within the natural rhythm of the season. We gather to notice what is growing, what is ready, and what needs care right now. Seasonal conditions — such as heat, cold, rainfall, wind, and daylight — guide how we harvest and how much we take. This is a time to work with the land rather than against it, responding to what the plants and gardens are showing us and adjusting our pace and approach accordingly. Ways to Participate: Harvest together: cutting, picking, and gathering leaves, branches, flowers, and petals Strip and prepare plant material where needed Work side by side in the garden centre Take time to connect with the plants, the land, and one another Pause, observe, and help where it feels right Participation can be active or gentle — join in at your own pace and capacity. Learning Focus: Learning when and how to harvest different plant parts Reading signs of readiness, stress, and recovery in plants Understanding seasonal limits and abundance Practising careful cutting, stripping, and preparation techniques Working together efficiently while staying connected and attentive The MOON Harvest supports practical learning through doing, shared observation, and care for both the land and each other.