MISSION
The Society's vision will be achieved in a variety of ways, by offering special opportunities to its members and by reaching out to a wider audience.

Internal:

• maintain a programme of field and other activities such as lectures for Society members offering opportunities to explore, connect and understand the park
• where possible, offer field trip opportunities for Society members to visit other reserves and parks elsewhere in New Zealand
• share ideas, progress and results of our work with our members
• Encourage camaraderie and conviviality through shared activities, meals and overnight stays

External:

• publishing, selling and distributing information about the ecology, natural and human history of the park
• maintaining a website
• by actively supporting public programmes such as the DOC summer nature programme
• by running profile-raising community events such as Kite Day and the Tussock Traverse
• through active involvement in selected conservation work in and around Tongariro National Park, and related reserves in consultation with the department
• By providing regular updates on activities and projects
• Offer scientific research opportunities to students in the park
• Seek volunteers from the community to assist in a variety of ways with our projects and activities
• Seek sponsorship to assist the Society to achieve its Vision
• Ensure the executive and society members to stay in touch by encouraging regular opportunities to get together and by continuing to schedule shared AGM/activity weekends