Julie Wolbers
Conservation at Ribbonwood Retreat: Protecting New Zealand's Natural Heritage
At Ribbonwood Retreat Franz Josef Glacier, our passion for preserving New Zealand's natural environment goes hand in hand with our...
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Julie Wolbers
- Aug 16
- 3 min
Carbon Reduction at Ribbonwood Retreat
At Ribbonwood Retreat Franz Josef Glacier, our dedication to sustainability goes beyond waste management and energy efficiency. A key...
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Julie Wolbers
- Aug 16
- 3 min
Waste Reduction and Recycling at Ribbonwood Retreat: A Commitment to a Greener Future
At Ribbonwood Retreat Franz Josef Glacier, our dedication to sustainability extends beyond energy efficiency and conservation projects....
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Julie Wolbers
- Aug 16
- 3 min
Conscious Energy Use at Ribbonwood Retreat: A Commitment to Sustainability
At Ribbonwood Retreat Franz Josef Glacier, sustainability is woven into the very fabric of our operations. Nestled amidst the...
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Julie Wolbers
- Aug 16
- 3 min
Embracing Sustainability: Ribbonwood Retreat's Commitment to Conservation and Community
At Ribbonwood Retreat Franz Josef Glacier, sustainability isn't just a buzzword—it's a way of life. Nestled in the heart of New Zealand's...
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Julie Wolbers
- Jun 27
- 2 min
Celebrating Matariki 2024: The Bringer of Food
As the dawn of Matariki rises on Friday, June 28, Ribbonwood Retreat joins in the celebration of this profound and beautiful Māori...
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Julie Wolbers
- Jun 21
- 2 min
Tiaki Promise: Our Pledge to Preserve Glacier Country
Welcome to Glacier Country, a stunning expanse of untamed natural wilderness nestled on the West Coast of the South Island in New...
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Julie Wolbers
- Mar 21
- 3 min
Hikes in Franz Josef Glacier: A Guide to the Best Trails
Hikes in Franz Josef Glacier Nestled in the heart of New Zealand's West Coast, Franz Josef Glacier offers an array of stunning hikes that...
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Julie Wolbers
- Jan 22
- 4 min
Franz Josef Short Walks
Franz Josef Glacier is home to some of the world's most spectacular, easy and accessible short walks and they all offer something unique....
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Julie Wolbers
- Dec 20, 2023
- 2 min
Ribbonwood Retreat: A Founding Member of the Ōkārito Plant Project
Nestled in the serene heart of New Zealand's Glacier Country, Ribbonwood Retreat has always been more than just a lodging place. For over...
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Julie Wolbers
- Nov 10, 2023
- 4 min
Ribbonwoods Connection to New Zealand Nature
Ribbonwood Retreat Lies at the Heart of Glacier Country On the secluded West Coast of New Zealand, Ribbonwood Retreat is surrounded by...
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Julie Wolbers
- Nov 10, 2023
- 2 min
Ribbonwood Retreat Restoring Nature
"Stoat!” Jo calls. With a whoop and a holler, an entry is made in the TrapNZ database on my cellphone. This clever trapping app works...
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Julie Wolbers
- Oct 14, 2023
- 2 min
The Beginnings of Ribbonwood Retreat in Franz Josef Glacier.
At Ribbonwood Retreat, our journey has been one of serendipitous encounters, a leap of faith, and an unwavering commitment to sharing the...
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Julie Wolbers
- Jul 7, 2023
- 3 min
Glacier Country and New Zealand Eco Tourism
Glacier Country is a pristine ecologically diverse environment, located on the secluded and untouched West Coast of New Zealand. This...
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