As a DoC ranger, and Kaitakawaenga doing conservation work on Maori land in the North Island, Dr Rob Whitbourne has hands-on experience of the local environment. After spending much of his life outdoors, and combining practical know-how with a solid academic record, Rob is keen to share his extensive knowledge of the bush, native plants and Rongoa Maori medicine with others. He talks to Kathryn Ryan from the DoC offices in Whakatane.