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Sun., 8/1
Volunteer Opportunities with Hawaiian Ecosystems at Risk (HEAR)
Aloha!
For potential volunteer opportunities and announcements, please periodically review:
http://www.hear.org/announcements/ &
http://www.hear.org/volunteer/maui/
Posted Tue., 8/3 by Nature Conservancy (Stefanie Loo Jefts)
Sun., 1/1
Maui Nui Botanical Gardens' Weed & Pot Club
Come and join Maui Nui Botanical Gardens' Weed & Pot Club. The group meets on Wednesday mornings from 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. Projects are geared for adults and vary from weeding, trimming, planting, and raking to potting plants in our nursery as well as other projects. Sunscreen, tools and gloves are provided; please wear gardening clothes and closed-toe shoes.
Where: 150 Kanaloa Avenue in Kahului.
For more information call Tina Barnes at 249-2798.
Posted Thu., 1/12 by Nature Conservancy (Stefanie Loo Jefts)
Sun., 4/2
Taro Patch Restoration in Honokohau Valley (Maui)
The Honokohau Valley Association is restoring some
taro patches. There is need for volunteers to help in
planting taro. Volunteers will learn how to use the
rocks, soil and resources in the valley to try to
recreate as much as possible a traditional kalo patch.
Every Sunday, from 8am to 11am. Bring water and lunch.
Leave a message for David of your interest and for
directions and further information at 573-3250. The
valley is about a 1 hour drive from Wailuku.
Posted Tue., 3/28 by Nature Conservancy (Stefanie Loo Jefts)
Thu., 3/15
Volunteer with Haleakala National Park
Haleakala National Park is seeking applicants for a variety of paid and volunteer opportunities. The purpose of the summer youth program is to provide conservation opportunities and to explore career options in conservation for the next generation. Residents can also apply for year-round volunteer opportunities so they can experience their national park while in service to Haleakala. For more information call 572-4487.
Friends of Haleakala monthly Crater service trips:
Like to hike, stay in the back-country while weeding invasive plants, repairing cabins and protecting native ecosystems? The Friends of Haleakala hike leads service
trips to Crater cabins on weekends once monthly. The schedule of events is
posted on-line at www.fhnp.org/service.html. Space is limited so make your
reservation early.
Year-Round Volunteer Opportunities for All Ages:
Want to lend your unique skills and expertise to your national park? Residents can apply for 21 diverse positions such as trails maintenance, visitor assistance, weed control, cultural demonstration, library and clerical help. These unpaid positions range from 2 hours to 40 hours per week. Volunteers work with NPS staff, the public and discover the "insider" perspective.
Transportation from Makawao is available! Apply on-line at:
www.nps.gov/hale/supportyourpark/volunteer-opportunities.htm
Posted Thu., 3/15 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Fri., 6/8
NTBG (Kauai) Volunteer Opportunities
VOLUNTEER THURSDAYS AT LIMAHULI GARDEN AND PRESERVE
Who: Limahuli Garden & Preserve of the National Tropical Botanical Garden
What: Limahuli Garden and Preserve is seeking volunteers to aid in restoration of a native Hawaiian forest. This is a great opportunity to get involved in important cultural and ecological restoration work, be active outdoors, meet new people and preserve the 'aina of Kaua'i
When: Every Thursday from 8-11am
Where: Limahuli Garden is located in Ha'ena 1/2 mile from the end of the highway (Ke'e Beach)
Contact: Lahela Correa, Limahuli Visitor Program Manager on 826-1053 or Lea Taddonio, NTBG Volunteer Coordinator at 332-7324, ext.228
Posted Wed., 9/27 by Nature Conservancy (Pauline Sato)
Wed., 11/28
Volunteers needed to help Koke'e Conservation Program (Kauai)
The Koke'e Resource Conservation Program (Kauai) is always looking for volunteers to assist in weed control.
Work is done in the Waimea Canyon and Koke'e State Park as well as the Alaka'i Swamp. Please contact the office at 335-0045 for hours and more information.
Posted Wed., 11/28 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Tue., 1/1
Kalihi Stream Restoration Workdays (Oahu)
KAUPA (Kalihi Ahupua'a Ulu Pono Ahahui, The Progressive Kalihi Watershed Association) is dedicated to restoring the natural and cultural resources within our ahupua'a through education, outreach and action. KAUPA is currently working on a Kalihi stream restoration project behind Kalihi Waena Elementary School. This includes cleaning up the stream, as well as creating pathways and restoring the stream banks. KAUPA is also currently establishing an edible/medicinal Polynesian garden where community members can come to plant, grow, and harvest native plant like Ulu, Kalo, Mai'a, Uala...whatevahs!
KAUPA hosts community workdays every Second Saturday of the Month to help establish and maintain this garden as well as do stream cleanups...anything we can do to take care of the 'aina.
Volunteer information:
Who: Kalihi Ahupua'a community members and anyone else that is interested!
What: "Second Saturdays"
Where: Behind Kalihi Waena Elementary School 1240 Gulick Ave.
When: Every "second saturday" of the month, 8:30-11:00am
Why: Kalihi Stream Cleanup and Restoration Site Cleanup
USE: Clothes to get dirty in, sunscreen, hat, shoes
Directions: From H-1, take the Likelike exit mauka towards Kaneohe. At the first light, turn LEFT onto School St. At the second light, turn LEFT at Gulick Ave. Kalihi Waena Elementary School will be down a few blocks on your right. Turn in to the parking lot and look for the tent in the back.
For more information please contact Barbara Natale at 381-3643 or email kaupa@googlegroups.com
Posted Fri., 3/7 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Tue., 1/1
Ulupo Heiau Work Day Every Second Saturday (Oahu)
Ulupo Heiau (Night of
Inspiration) is one of the first sacred temples to have built as a "mapele" (agriculture) heiau by the first people or menehune and dedicated to Kaneulupo. The Kailua Hawaiian Civic Club and 'Ahahui Malama i ka Lokahi are the co-curators at this State Historic site complex and conduct service projects every second Saturday of the month from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to restore the Hawaiian ethno-botanical and culutral features. We meet at the parking area by the Heiau and behind the Windward YMCA. Bring: Lunch, water, rain gear, sunscreen, work gloves.If you can, also bring tools such as sickles, handsaws, machete, hand cultivators or chain saws.For more info and to signup: call Kaimi Scudder at
593-0112 or email at "email@ahahui.net" If you have not been to Ulupo Heiau in the last year or so, you are in for a big surprise. See what community volunteers can do to malama 'aina!
Posted Fri., 2/8 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Tue., 1/1
Na Pohaku O Hauwahine Workdays (Oahu)
NA POHAKU O HAUWAHINE (The rock formation of the Hawaiian Mo'o goddess and guardian of Kawainui Marsh) is located on the right-hand side of Kapa'a Quarry road at the Y-intersection before entering the Kapa'a Landfill Transfer Station. It offers a panoramic view into the "piko" of Kawainui Marsh where one can observe in tranquility the wetland birds and marsh vegetation. Ahahui Malama i ka Lokahi is the curator for this newly designated State Park. We are planting the 12 acres with native plants to recreate a dryland forest ecosystem. Brush removal and trail construction has revealed ancient Hawaiian terraces that align the massive rock outcrops. We are also working in the marsh, to form a wetland bird habitat.
WHEN: Service projects are held the third Saturday of each month. Meeting time for all service projects will be at 8:30 am and completed by 12:30 pm.
WHERE: The right side of Kapa'a Quarry Rd. about one mile from the intersection of Kapa'a Quarry Rd. and Kalanianaole Hwy.
WHAT TO BRING: Backpack, lunch, water, rain gear, mosquito repellent, gloves.
TOOLS: Sickles, pruners, handsaws, machete, hand cultivators.
CALL: Phone: 593-0112 or email email@ahahui.net for more information and to sign-up for these service projects
Posted Mon., 3/10 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Wed., 6/25
Volunteers needed for the Kokua Foundation's Farm to Schools Program
'AINA In Schools is a farm to school program dedicated to connecting children to their land, waters and food in order to grow a healthier future for Hawai'i. Participating elementary schools include: Aikahi, Ala Wai, Makaha, Ke Kula O Kamakau, Sunset Beach, Wai'alae, Waikiki, and Wheeler. New Schools will be added to the program for school year 2008-2009! Seeking volunteers:
Nutrition Docent: Trained docents who teach nutrition lessons in the school to 2nd, 5th, 6th graders. (Commitment: Teach 8 classroom lessons per year, 2 per quarter.)
Nutrition Lesson Assistant: Assists the nutrition docent with shopping for food, and assists during the lesson with food prep and lesson cart preparation. (Commitment: Assist with 8 classroom lessons per school year, 2 per quarter.)
Garden Lesson Assistant: Assists lead educators who teach garden lessons in schools. May also be trained to teach lessons or advise school garden clubs. (Commitment: Attend 3 garden lessons per semester for K, 1st, or 5th grades. Once a semester for 4th grade.)
Garden Party: Help to build and maintain school gardens. Duties can include assembling garden boxes, loosening soil, shoveling mulch, creating garden artwork, watering, and more.(Commitment: Attend "Garden Parties" at the beginning and end of each school year, or as frequently as every week, depending on volunteer's availability.)
Garbage Gurus: Trained to teach vermicomposting and ecological footprint lessons, and assist schools with periodic "Wastestream Audits" of cafeteria and other school waste. (Commitment: As needed.)
Farm Connections: I know a farmer/s that may be interested in hosting a field trip, speaking to a class, or offering their local produce as a school menu option
CONTACT: volunteer@kokuahawaiifoundation.org for more information
Posted Wed., 6/25 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Mon., 10/6
Help Restore Wild Places on Oahu with Kaala Farm
Ka`ala Farm, Inc., is seeking groups (e.g., schools, clubs, associations, churches, businesses) to assist in the floral restoration of five sites in west O`ahu (see descriptions below). Work would consist of alien plant removal and native plantings. If interested, please contact Bruce Koebele at (808) 696-4954 or kaalafarm@gmail.com.
Kalaeloa (two sites) - Help maintain populations of the endangered `Ewa Plains `akoko and `Ewa hinahina. Sites are accessible by vehicle.
Nanakuli - Help the endangered na`u (Hawaiian gardenia) and other native dry forest plants in our Cultural & Botanical Preserve. Site is accessible by vehicle.
Wai`anae - Help recreate a native dry forest near our Cultural Learning Center. Site is accessible by vehicle.
Makaha - Help restore dry and mesic native forest within a fenced enclosure in the Valley. Site is accessible by a 30-45 minute, moderately-difficult hike (500 ft elevation gain).
Posted Tue., 10/7 by Nature Conservancy (Pauline Sato)
Thu., 1/1
Volunteer Opportunities at Hanauma Bay
Looking for an excuse to hang out at the beach? Want to learn more about marine life in Hawai'i?
Volunteer with the UH Sea Grant Hanauma Bay Education Program! The Hanauma Bay Education Program is seeking volunteers to answer visitor questions, lead interpretive talks, and promote good reef etiquette among park users. Join a team of dedicated volunteers who work to ensure that visitors to Hanauma Bay are educated in proper reef etiquette so as to minimize visitor impact to the Bay. These efforts will not only create better visitors, but will work to forge a greater appreciation for our marine environment that will extend far beyond Hanauma. Benefits include an extensive training and various ongoing educational opportunities and activities.
Interested individuals, please contact Morgan Mamizuka at 808-394-1374 or by e-mail at hbvp@hawaii.edu
Posted Tue., 3/10 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Fri., 1/2
Freeman Seabird Preserve Fieldwork Opportunit
Saturdays January 2, 2010 - March 27,2010 9am -1pm
Volunteers needed for Habitat Restoration each Saturday morning January through March 2010
During the month of December, Wedge-tailed Shearwater chicks and adult birds leave the Freeman Seabird Preserve at Black Point to live at sea for a few months before returning in the latter part of March to nest. Volunteers are needed for fieldwork at the site on Saturday mornings from 9am to 1pm beginning January 2. We plan to continue removal of invasive plants, trash and debris, along with other activities to assist the professional landscaping crew from Hui Ku Maoli Ola who will be working at FSP during the week.
Please contact the Hawaii Audubon Society office by phone 808 528-1432 or e-mail hiaudsoc@pixi.com in advance if you would like to participate. Plan on bringing drinking water, sun and rain protection, gloves, and any small tools you might find useful.
Posted Thu., 12/17 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Tue., 4/21
Volunteer at The Nature Conservancy Office
A volunteer is needed to help The Nature Conservancy with projects like organizing photo libraries and other office related tasks. Looking for someone comfortable working with computers and who is able to come in few hours a week during the work week to the downtown Honolulu office. Days and times are flexible.
If interested please send an email to volunteerhawaii@tnc.org.
Posted Fri., 3/20 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Thu., 4/23
Bishop Museum Furlough Fridays
Need a safe, fun, and educational alternative for your child on Furlough Fridays?
Bishop Museum is pleased to offer a "Furlough Friday" eductional program, in which your child can explore the Museum's unique resources.
Program Highlights Include:
Dinosaurs Unearthed, on exhibit through January 4, 2010
Circus! Science Under the Big Top, beginning February 13, 2010
Storytelling and cultural activities in the newly renovated Hawaiian Hall
Lava-melting demonstrations and science activities in the Richard T. Mamiya Science Adventure Center
Get active on the Great Lawn
Tutoring time for school work
Dates and Times:
Bishop Museum Furlough Fridays total 17 days and will be held on the following dates from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.:
October 23 and 30
November 6 and 20
December 2, 11, and 18
January 15 and 29
February 5 and 12
March 5 and 12
April 23 and 30
May 7 and 14
Cost:
$25 per child, per day for Bishop Museum members; $35 for non-members (10% discount for signing up for five Fridays or more)
Registration:
Space is limited, so call 848-4168 or email education@bishopmuseum.org today!
Posted Wed., 10/7 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Sun., 4/26
MailBack Paper Recycling Effort
Bring your unwanted mail to Hagadone Printing Company on the second Saturday of each month from 8 am - 12 noon to be shredded, recycled and reused. Recycling helps protect our resources, our environment, our quality of life. Participate in Hagadone's FREE MailBack program and be part of the solution! For more information contact: green@hagadoneprinting.com.
Hagadone is located at 274 Puuhale Road, Honolulu
Neighbor Islands call 800-491-4888.
Recyclable Material:
Magazines
Catalogs
Brochures
Flyers
Typing paper
Copier paper
Letterheads
Memos
Computer paper
Yellow legal paper
Manila and colored folders
Soft cover books
Phonebooks
Posted Sun., 4/26 by Nature Conservancy (Pauline Sato)
Sun., 7/26
Snorkel Surveys at Kahekili Beach Park (Maui)
The Kahekili Herbivore Enhancement Area (HEA) Project is looking for volunteers to assist with snorkel surveys!
The Hawaii DLNR Division of Aquatic Resources and University of Hawai'i are working together to learn more about the ecosystem in order to better manage the resources for the health and longevity of our reefs and fishes.
Volunteers will gather data on three different aspects: what herbivorous fishes are eating and at what rate, monitoring of herbivore schools, and fish behavior observations. The protocols are simple and fish subjects are limited to three families: parrotfishes (uhu), surgeonfishes (such as manini and kala), and chubs (nenue).
Register with: Darla White at 808-345-2312 or darla.j.white@hawaii.gov
Posted Wed., 7/29 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Thu., 8/13
Volunteer with the Dolphin Institute
The Dolphin Institute (TDI) in Honolulu, Hawai'i is offering a limited number of volunteer positions for college-level students to assist in the processing of data collected on humpback whales in Hawaiian waters. Further information on TDI can be found at www.dolphin-institute.org.
Volunteer openings are available for an immediate start date. Accepted volunteers must complete at least 1 full day each week, or alternatively 2 half days, for a three-month period. Send a cover letter indicating your qualifications and why you are seeking a volunteer position with TDI along with a complete resume including two letters of reference. Send applications or inquiries by email to Kathryn Rose at krose.tdi@gmail.com.
Posted Thu., 6/4 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Mon., 10/19
Volunteer for the Nature Conservancy's Asia Pacific Marine Program
The Nature Conservancy - Asia Pacific, is looking for a volunteer to help enter references into Endnote (a reference management software).
The regional Asia Pacific Tropical Marine team has an extensive library of peer reviewed journals, collecting key papers on marine conservation, coral reef ecology, climate change, marine protected area design, etc...
The volunteer's role is to keep this library updated, entering the electronic papers into Endnote, a reference library.
Candidates have to be computer literate, comfortable using Word, Adobe Acrobat and can learn how to use Endnote quickly (it's an easy "cut and paste"). There will be minimal supervision so the volunteer has to feel comfortable working independently. Looking for someone to come in twice a week for 1/2 days, within business hours.
For more information please contact Annick at acros@tnc.org or 808 587 6208
Posted Mon., 10/19 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Thu., 11/12
VOLUNTEERS FOR PAPAHANAUMOKUAKEA MARINE NATIONAL MONUMENT
America's largest marine national monument is seeking volunteers to assist in closed-captioning videos for the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument. In the Monument's continuing efforts to "bring the place to the people" this volunteer opportunity will serve a vital function in achieving this mission.
Volunteers should have excellent computer and typing skills, have interest in the Monument and marine ecosystems and environmental issues, be media savvy and be extremely detail oriented. Initially volunteers will input closed-captioning for 20-25 completed videos and then have continuing responsibilities for 2-4 additional video features on a monthly basis. Weekly time commitment is expected to be 2-4 hours.
This is an excellent chance to learn more about the various aspects and programs of Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument and Hawaii's ocean environment. For more information or for application information contact: Dan Dennison, Media Coordinator, Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument at dan.dennison@noaa.gov or at 808-397-2660.
Posted Thu., 11/12 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Fri., 1/1
First Saturday workdays at the Lyon Arboretum
Join the grounds crew at the Lyon Arboretum in Manoa for a morning of weeding and help remove invasive plants from the Arboretum. 8:30?12 noon, on the first Saturday of every month. For more information, call Ray Baker at 988-0466.
Posted Fri., 2/19 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Thu., 1/28
HANAUMA BAY EDUCATION PROGRAM VOLUNTEER TRAINING
REGISTRATION FOR UPCOMING HANAUMA BAY EDUCATION PROGRAM VOLUNTEER TRAINING OPEN NOW!
Training sessions will begin in February.
Enjoy Spending Time at the Beach? Become a Volunteer at Hanauma Bay!!
UH Sea Grant Hanauma Bay Education Program is seeking passionate individuals willing to donate their time to make a difference.
No experience is necessary! A commitment of 6 months, just 4 hours per week, is required. New volunteer training sessions will be held at the City and County's Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve where you will learn about the education program, the history of Hanauma Bay, geology, reef ecology, marine life, and Hawaiian culture. During the training sessions you will also have the opportunity to explore the Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve through activities such as a geology hike, reef scavenger hunt and an optional guided snorkel.
A series of four required training workshop sessions will be held in February
All workshop participants must register before attending
Contact the Volunteer Program Coordinator at the Hanauma Bay Education Program:
Morgan Mamizuka, Hanauma Bay Volunteer Program Coordinator
phone: (808) 394-1374
email: hbvp@hawaii.edu
http://www.hanaumabayeducation.org
Posted Thu., 1/28 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Fri., 1/29
Volunteer for He'eia Stream Restoration Project
He'eia Stream Restoration Project is a new project started in Dec 2009 hosted by Papahana Kuaola and partnered with Hui o Ko'olaupoko and Hui Ku Maoli Ola. The purpose of this project is to restore native Hawaiian vegetation of riparian habitat in upper He'eia Stream. In addition to reforesting with native vegetation, the project includes installation of erosion control techniques to address eroding stream banks, and monitoring water quality pre and post project implementation.
Community groups will be able to utilize this project as an educational experience. Workdays are every 3rd Saturday of each from 8am to 12pm. Participants must RSVP about a week prior to the community workday.
Future He'eia Stream Restoration Dates from 8am to 12pm:
-Feb 20, 2010
-March 20, 2010
-April 17, 2010
-May 15, 2010
-June 19, 2010
-July 17, 2010
To register and for more information please contact
(808)450-1985 or email heeiastreamrestoration@yahoo.com
Posted Fri., 1/29 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Sat., 2/6
Community Workday With Papahana Kuaola
LA HAPAI POHAKU
Saturday, February 6, 2010
8:00am -12noon
Waipao, He?eia, Ko?olaupoko, O?ahu
Assistance is needed in hapai pohaku (carrying rocks) to the far side of the lo'i kalo area to Kapuna Spring for a 'umu hau pohaku (Hawaiian dry stack masonry) advanced wall building workshop later this month. If you not into lifting the heavy stuff, even the small pohaku need aloha too and want to be a part of the project...
WHAT TO BRING: Gloves, refillable water bottle, lunch&snacks,
sunscreen, insect repellant, shoes/boots, good energy, and a smile;
optional (change of clothes, a towel)
LOCATION & PARKING: Driving on Kahekili Hwy., turn mauka onto
Kahuhipa Street. Turn left onto Kuneki Street. Continue up Kuneki,
road will bend to the right, keep going to the end. Turn right onto
Ha?iku Road.
On your left, look for dirt driveway and park down there or along
upper Haiku Road, look for signage.
PLEASE DO NOT PARK IN THE RESIDENTIAL AREA...
Come when you can; leave when you have to...
RSVP to mahilapierre@gmail.com
Upcoming 2010 Community Days at Waipao
WAIPAO HANA-DAY (4th Saturday) 2/27, 4/24, 6/26 (8am-12n)
HO'ALE'ALE KAPUNA (4th Saturday) 3/27, 5/22 (8am-3pm)
contact Mahi: mahilapierre@gmail.com
HE'EIA STREAM RESTORATION (3rd Saturday)
2/20, 3/20, 4/17, 5/15, 6/19 (8am-12n)
contact Moani: heeiastreamrestoration@yahoo.com
Posted Wed., 2/3 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Sat., 4/10
Waipa Ohana Day (Kauai)
Waipa Foundation will host an outdoor family workday on Saturday April 10 from 9am to 1pm.
"'Ohana Day" at Waipa is a hands-on opportunity to learn about the culture and environment, and spend healthy, quality time together as a family with other families from the north shore.
The activities take place in the Taro Loi and foothills of Waipa, on the 1600 acre ahupua'a that is being sustainably restored as a cultural center and learning center.
Activities for the day start with a short hike to the auwai, (hand-built irrigation ditch bringing water to the lo`i Kalo) for clearing away the invasive plant species that can clog the waterways and divert the streams away from the farming areas. There will also be a group working in our reforestation planting areas.
Wear comfortable shoes and clothing for working in the auwai (a change of clothing is recommended), and bring water bottle, hat and tabis. Lunch will be provided from produce grown on-site. Waipa is located 1 mile past Hanalei School. No charge, but reservations recommended, Kalen Kelekoma at 639-6905 or kalen@waipafoundation.org
Posted Fri., 4/2 by Nature Conservancy (Pauline Sato)
Tue., 6/8
Great Annual Fish Count Training
Celebrate World Ocean Day - Train for the Great Annual Fish Count
The Great Annual Fish Count takes place every July to introduce divers and snorkelers to the hobby of fish watching and to educate the public about our marine resources. To participate in the Great Annual Fish Count, you must first attend a REEF fish identification training class. The introductory class includes basic coral reef ecology and fish biology, followed by identification tips and specific information about different fish families found in the Hawaiian Islands.
The monitoring program uses a roving survey method developed by the Reef Environmental Education Foundation (REEF) that can be conducted with minimal training and basic snorkel gear or SCUBA. During each 30-minute REEF survey,participants record the species and number of fishes observed. Once trained, you can conduct a REEF survey anywhere on in the Hawaiian Islands. Participants who complete this special training class will be provided with a REEF survey slate and data sheets to get started. Training and materials are FREE, but space is limited and advance registration is required.
DATE: Tuesday, June 8, 2010
TIME: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
SITE: Waikiki Aquarium Classroom
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED:
Email reservations@waquarium.org or call 440-9011
Posted Tue., 6/8 by Nature Conservancy (Pauline Sato)
Fri., 6/11
Garden and Nutrition Docent Training for 2010-11 School Year
We are recruiting our AINA In Schools (Actively Integrating Nutrition and Agriculture In Schools) docent teams at each of the AINA schools for the 2010-2011 school year. We are recruiting docents to teach nutrition lessons for grades 2nd and 6th, and garden lessons for Grades K, 1st, 5th, one lesson a month. Docents will assist with or teach these standards based lessons, no experience necessary, and it is flexible! We do request a "school year" long commitment. If you value the importance of teaching students how to make healthy food choices and how to grow their own food, you will find volunteering with the the AINA In Schools team very rewarding!
Please save the training date for your region below and RSVP to Kelly Perry volunteer coordinator: 638-5145 or volunteer[AT]kokuahawaiifoundation[DOT]org.
Garden Docent Training Dates:
Honolulu Schools(Waikiki, Waialae, Ala Wai): Monday, August 16th, 2010 Ala Wai Elem School gardens 9-12pm
Windward Schools(Ahuimanu, Aikahi, Kamakau): Thursday, August 19th, 2010 Ahuimanu Elem School gardens 2:15-5:15pm
North Shore Schools(Sunset, Waialua): Wednesday, August 18th, 2010 Sunset Beach Elem. School gardens 9-12pm
Nutrition Docent Training Dates:
Honolulu Schools(Waikiki, Waialae, Ala Wai): Tuesday, August 24th, 2010 Waialae PCS Elem. 9-12pm
Windward Schools(Ahuimanu, Aikahi, Kamakau): Thursday, August 26th, 2010 Aikahi Elem. 9-12pm
North Shore Schools(Sunset, Waialua): Monday, August 30th, 2010 Sunset Beach Elem 9-12pm
About AINA In Schools: www.kokuahawaiifoundation.org
Posted Fri., 6/11 by Malama Hawaii (Kaliko Amona)
Sat., 6/12
Oahu Invasive Species Committee Work Trip
When: Saturday, June 12th 2010, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
What: Please join us for a volunteer trip to remove invasive Himalayan blackberry on Mau'umae trail. Himalayan blackberry (Rubus discolor) is a thorny vine native to western Europe. Division of Forestry and Wildlife "Hawai'i's Most Invasive Horticultural Plants" list includes all species of the genus Rubus. Blackberry forms dense impenetrable thickets that exclude other native plant species, and make access difficult for hunters, hikers, and other visitors to forests. These thickets can produce 7,000-13,000 seeds per square meter, which can remain dormant in the soil for several years. Blackberry occurs in only a few locations on O'ahu. We can get rid of it before it takes over! The hike to the work site is over an hour journey one way on a hot, sunny, exposed ridgeline. This volunteer trip is recommended for advanced hikers only.
What to bring: Take along more water than you think you will need--at least 2 quarts. Please bring gloves, sunhat, sunscreen, mosquito repellant, long pants, long sleeves, and sturdy hiking shoes. No slippers allowed. Pack a hearty lunch because we will be working hard!
Where to meet: Meet at the Church of the Crossroads parking lot. Going mauka on University Avenue, take your first left after the King/University intersection onto Coyne St. Then take your first right onto Kaialiu Street. The parking lot is located on the right, just after the road curves.
In order to join the work trip, please RSVP by Thursday, June 10th by e-mailing oisc@hawaii.edu or call 286-4616.
All participants will be required to sign a waiver.
Posted Thu., 5/27 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Sat., 6/12
Waihe'e Watershed Walk
Saturday June 12, 2010
9am-12pm
Waihe'e -- Hui o Ko'olaupoko and KEY Project have partnered to host the first in a series of educational watershed tours. These events will help the community become more familiar with their ahupua?a and empower them to take actions to improve the health of the system. The walks will visit significant environmental sites throughout the ahupua?a while knowledgeable community representatives discuss a variety of topics including: makai stream connection, mauka origins of streams, historic & cultural significance, native & invasive species, water quality, and individual actions participants can take to improve the overall health of the ahupua?a.
Hui o Ko'olaupoko is a Kailua based environmental non-profit whose mission is to protect ocean health by restoring the 'aina: mauka to makai. This is done in partnership with stakeholders including interested citizens, non-governmental organizations, government, educational institutions and businesses while using and focusing on sound ecological principles, community input, and cultural heritage.
The mission of KEY Project is to nurture and promote the cultural, environmental, social, economic and recreational well-being of the Kualoa-He'eia area by providing a vital grassroots civic resource that effectively serves the needs of our diverse multi-cultural community.
The Waihe'e Watershed walk will begin at KEY Project (47-200 Waihe'e Road) at 9am. From 9:30am to 12pm participants will visit the wetland at the mouth of Waihe?e Stream, historic house and lo'i sites in Waihe?e Valley, current restoration projects in the mauka region and have the opportunity to hike to a nearby waterfall.
Space is limited for this event so please RSVP by calling 808-381-7202. Participants are asked to wear long pants, comfortable hiking shoes and sun protection. Please bring drinking water and a lunch or snack. Participants may also want to bring insect repellent and a camera.
Hui o Ko'olaupoko will be hosting a second Watershed Walk (location TBD) on Saturday August 14, 2010. Event updates can be found at http://huihawaii.org/getinvolved.html
Posted Thu., 5/27 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Sun., 7/18
Kualoa Ranch loi restoration project
Sunday, July 18 8am - 11am
Kualoa Ranch is seeking assistance from the community for our Mauka Lo'i Restoration Project
Participants will hike (20 minutes) to this special area located upland in the ahupua'a of Hakipu'u.
Work: all abilities accommodated, participants choose what they are comfortable with.
Projects currently include weeding, building rock walls, and clearing the stream of tree branches and debris.
If you are interested please contact Makana for more information and directions at makana(at)kualoa.com or call #239-5497.
Posted Thu., 7/15 by Nature Conservancy (Pauline Sato)
Tue., 7/27
Bishop Museum Recruiting Docents for Hawaiian Hall
Bishop Museum is now recruiting Docents for the next Hawaiian Hall Cohort number 4. Training is a six week course which begins July 27th and ends September 2nd; class meets Tuesdays from 2-5pm and Thursdays from 3-6pm.
Be apart of the Bishop Museum family, and help create the experience for kama'aina, visitors, school children and so many more. Docents are the care takers of the hall and they are the interpreters of the exhibits. Hawaiian Hall went through a three year renovation and the transformation is incredible. This upcoming year is filled with exciting events that Docents get a first hand experience in. Once training is completed, you may choose a regular day to volunteer.
To sign up or for more information please contact Kawehi Brandow at: kawehi@bishopmuseum.org or call (808) 847-8239.
Posted Sun., 6/27 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
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