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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
Volunteer Workdays with Kalihi Stream Project
Kalihi Stream Project is ten years old! The project that began in 1998, is a community-based initiative to facilitate the restoration of Kalihi Stream to its former place as a community asset. The Project objective is to increase community awareness of Kalihi Stream as a natural resource, through community involvement and education.
The Kalihi Stream Project invites volunteers to join us in our bi monthly stream days, as we join forces to care for, clean, talk story, educate, plant native seedlings, and learn and grow together, as we maintain, respect and steward the land and water for each other, for those who came before us and for future generations.
Where: Kuhio Park Terrace on School Street.
When: The second and fourth Saturday's from 2/08-8/08, from 9am until 12 noon.
Who: Everyone is welcome! The project is designed for local residents and the community to come and join in a stream day or educational workshop event.
What: Cleaning the stream; picking up trash in surrounding areas, rake out rough areas, plant native plants, weed invasive species, water, and scheduled water monitoring workshops.
All tools, gloves, water and snacks are provided. Come prepared to work and get muddy. Please wear closed toe shoes for safety. Actual work time approx 1.5-2 hours, with a snack break, finishing up with dumping, recycling, and packing back up by noon. Note: For safety reasons, stream days will be cancelled on rainy and stormy days, due to possible flash floods.
For more information contact: Francesca Freund, L.Ac. at: alohafrancesca@gmail.com
Posted Mon., 2/11 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)
Tue., 3/18
Join Hawaii Outreach Hui
HAWAII OUTREACH HUI
- Interested in meeting others involved in conservation oriented outreach in Hawaii?
- Are you looking for ways to pool resources and partner with other agencies and groups working towards the same conservation goals?
- Looking for help in developing your outreach program? Need some new ideas for your program?
- Do you want to find out what kinds of conservation themed events are happening in your area?
JOIN THE HAWAII OUTREACH HUI!
The Hawaii Outreach Hui is an informal networking group connecting professionals in Hawaii who work in conservation related outreach including education, community involvement, marketing, public relations, meetings, and other related activities. Our goal is to make it easy to find each other, get to know each other, share information and best practices, and have fun!
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
Colleen Cole
NARS Outreach & Education Specialist
(808) 333-7741 or tcolleencole@gmail.com
OR
Evelyn Wight
TNC Hawaii Senior Communications Manager
(808) 587-6277 or ewight@tnc.org
JOIN OUR YAHOO GROUP:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/hawaiioutreachhui/
LOOK FOR US AT THE 2008 HAWAII CONSERVATION CONFERENCE
Posted Wed., 3/19 by Nature Conservancy (Pauline Sato)
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)
Thu., 4/9
Volunteer for Nature Conservancy's Coral Triangle Program
The Nature Conservancy's Coral Triangle Program is looking for a volunteer to work at their downtown Honolulu office for a few hours a week during normal business hours. Help is needed organize a library of scientific publications. This person should be patient and efficient with word and Endnote (or quick to learn). If you are a student in environmental studies or a related field and would like to volunteer there are also opportunities to do literature reviews once the library is completed. For more information or to volunteer for this program please contact Annick Cross at acros@tnc.org.
Posted Thu., 4/2 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)
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)
Sat., 5/2
Volunteer with Reef Watch Waikiki
Are you looking for an excuse to hang out on the beach? Enjoy people watching? Do you care about protecting Hawaii's beaches and reefs? If so, please consider volunteering with Reef Watch Waikiki. This is your chance to join an effort to help restore the health of Mamala Bay, learn more about the natural and cultural history of Waikiki, and meet like-minded people from your community dedicated to responsible use of marine resources.
Our next volunteer information and orientation session is scheduled for:
Saturday, May 2 from 9:00-11:00am. Meeting will be held near Waikiki, details provided upon registration.
To register, please email Anne at reefmail@hawaii.edu.
Posted Tue., 4/28 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Sun., 5/24
Maunalua S.U.P. Ocean Clean Up: 2009
Stand Up Paddlers, please come and join us for the:
Maunalua S.U.P. Ocean Clean Up: 2009
When: Sunday May 24th
Check in: Hui Nalu Canoe Hale at noon
Course: Hui Nalu to Waialae Beach Park
The first 50 people to check in will receive a free long sleeve lycra jerzey by "Wet Feet"!!!
We will be showing you how to use a scoop technique to pick up opala w/ your paddle.
We will also provide utility belts customized w/ a fold out mesh bag to hold the opala.
"Forming a Human Chain of Awareness in Maunalua Bay".
Enjoy free grinds and comradery at Waialae Beach Park to follow.
Sign up early at Wet Feet in Aina Haina, or email karen@wetfeet.biz, or alika@malamamaunalua.org
Posted Mon., 5/11 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Sat., 6/6
Beach Watcher Monitoring Program
Celebrate World Oceans Day - Become a Beach Watcher!
World Oceans Day is an opportunity to highlight our personal connection to the sea. On Saturday, June 6th, Reef Watch Waikiki will celebrate by hosting a volunteer orientation and information session for its popular Beach Watcher coastal monitoring program.
After participating in the two-hour orientation, you will be equipped with the information and tools to start conducting human-use surveys on the beach. Volunteers pick their favorite stretch of beach in Waikiki and record what people are doing on the beach and in the water. The surveys take one hour and can be done any day of the week during daylight hours.
The data collected will be compiled into the project's Human Use Monitoring Program database, and over time, will create a clearer picture of how human behavior is affecting Waikiki. This information will guide future efforts to improve the health and vitality of the area through marine educationprograms, stewardship projects, and outreach to area businesses.
WHEN: Saturday, June 6 from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Waikiki location? register to find out! (there will be plenty of free parking)
TO REGISTER: Contact Jen at reefmail@hawaii.edu or 931-6061
For more information about Reef Watch Waikiki, contact Jennifer Barrett, UH Sea Grant Waikiki Coastal Coordinator at (808)931-6061 or reefmail@hawaii.edu. You can also find Reef Watch Waikiki on Facebook or follow us on Twitter (@reefwatch). For more information about World Oceans Day, visit http://www.theoceanproject.org/wod
Posted Tue., 6/2 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Sat., 6/6
Volunteer with the Dolphin Institute
Volunteer Opportunity: 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.
During the summer of 2009, TDI volunteers will have a unique opportunity to work alongside one of our researchers to help uncover the life histories of individual humpback whales by matching photographs of their tail flukes (the "finger print" of a humpback) to our digitized archival catalog.
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. Volunteers are responsible for their own housing and transportation to TDI's Honolulu office.
Desirable qualifications: College or post-college education preferred, experience in marine mammal research, previous fluke matching experience, experience with computer programs such as Aperture, Photoshop, FileMaker Pro, Excel, and experience working with large data sets.
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. Positions are open until filled, but early application is encouraged.
Posted Thu., 6/4 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Sat., 6/13
Oahu Invasive Species Service Trip
When: Saturday, June 13, 2009 from 8:00am to 3:00 pm
What: We will be removing invasive Blackberry from Mau'umae Ridge in Kaimuki.
Blackberry is a thorny vine that grows in large thickets that smothers native plants and blocks access for recreational areas, so please help us prevent its spread!
What to bring: The trail is very strenuous and tends to be hot. Take along more water than you think you will need: at least 2 quarts. Bring personal rain and sun protection like hats, sunscreen, and rain jackets. Blackberry has lot's of thorns so wear long sleeve shirts and long pants to protect yourself. Also wear sturdy walking shoes (No slippers allowed) and pack a hearty lunch because we will be working hard!
Where to meet: Meet at the Church of the Crossroads parking lot @ 8:00am.
1212 University Ave
Honolulu, HI 96822
We will be leaving by 8:05am, so please be on time.
To join this service trip, please RSVP by Thursday, June 11th to Chelsea @ (808)286-4616 or oisc@hawaii.edu.
All participants will be required to sign a waiver.
Posted Wed., 5/27 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Mon., 6/15
Call for Mauka Watch program Volunteers
Malama Maunalua seeks volunteers for a new Mauka Watch program in Kuliou'ou and Wailupe streams. Help to collect important stream and water quality data to support future environmental management decisions. This is a great opportunity to learn about your watershed and help our community work together to protect Maunalua Bay.
Two classroom training sessions are scheduled for:
June 25th from 6-8pm and June 26th from 5:30-7:30pm at Calvary by the Sea church.
A field day is scheduled for June 27th, from 2-5pm (Location TBA).
Space is limited so please register as soon as possible. Monthly monitoring commitment is required July through November, 2009.
For more information contact:
Jolie Wanger
Maunalua Bay Coastal and Watershed Coordinator
University of Hawaii Sea Grant College Program
(808) 744-0052
Preference will be given to residents of Kuliou'ou, Wailupe and Niu watersheds.
Posted Mon., 6/15 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Wed., 6/17
Help with Kaho'olawe Database
Looking for people with skills and experience in databases and programming and might be willing to help with a streamlining project. The Kaho'olawe Island Reserve Commission (KIRC) is in the process of converting their volunteer forms to be web-based and possibly link this data to other KIRC-databases. If interested please contact Jackson Bauer at jbauer@kirc.hawaii.gov or call 808-243-1276.
Posted Wed., 6/17 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Sat., 6/20
Na Pohaku o Hauwahine workday
Please come Saturday June 20th from 8:30 am to 12:00 pm to malama Na Pohaku o Hauwahine located along Kapa'a Quarry Rd. in Kawainui Marsh, Kailua. Restoration efforts at this site are to remove alien plant invasives and replant with endemic natives and also restoring a native wetland bird habitat in the marsh. This day will be focused on weeding in areas planted with natives and watering to keep the young plants alive and growing. Wear work clothes, shoes, bring your gloves, weeding or cutting tool, water and snack. Contact Kaimi Scudder at 593-0112 if you're coming and for more information. See Ahahui Malama I ka Lokahi's website at: www.ahahui.net
Posted Wed., 6/10 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
Sat., 6/27
Waikalua Loko Fishpond workday
What does an ancient Hawaiian fishpond look like? How did our kupuna(ancestors) build and maintain it? What kinds of fish were grown and harvested from the loko I'a (fishpond)? The Waikalua Loko Fishpond Preservation Society announces La Hana ? a work day at Waikalua Loko fishpond in Kane'ohe.
The scheduled date is June 27 from 8 a.m. to 12 noon. 'Ohana, individuals, school
and community groups will have an opportunity to learn about the ancient Hawaiian fishpond while supporting restoration efforts. Volunteers will spend
time removing mangrove ? an invasive tree that traps silt and prevents water circulation in the pond. Depending on the tides, volunteers may have an opportunity to rebuild the 350-year-old pond wall. We will also have a chance to
remove invasive limu from the fishpond. Please come prepared to work.
Anyone interested in helping to mâlama our loko i'a (fishpond) must pre-register. Please contact Andrea at 263-8202 OR e-mail jepsona001@hawaii.rr.com to register.
Posted Tue., 6/2 by Malama Hawaii (Janice Staab)
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