Invasive Species Awareness Work Day

This will be an event for participants ages 12 and up. We will be learning to identify and remove some of the problematic invasive species that we are trying to clear out of our Valley. This is a great opportunity to not only learn about invasive species and their impacts, but also to make a difference and help us care for this sacred valley and the endangered species that we protect here.

An RSVP is required.

Work goes from 9am to 3pm

After the work is done you will have free entry to go into the valley and explore.

*** Please realize that when you sign up, you are committing to the entire time specified above.***

Where:

Meet at Waimea Valley Botanical Office and be ready to leave at 9am

59-864 Kamehameha Hwy.

Haleiwa HI 96712

Location Details:

When you arrive at the Valley entrance road, go mauka (towards the mountains) and park in any of the regular parking lots. Then continue walking mauka from there to the Botanical office. It will be up the road to the left of the Visitor center. If you see a sign that says endangered species 'alae ula crossing keep going up that way. If you are having trouble finding your way, go to the front desk in the visitor center, let them know you are here to volunteer and ask to be directed towards the botanical offices, they can help you.

What:  

This is a conservation work day, aimed at protecting the native forest habitat and the many rare and endangered species in Waimea Valley. We will spend the day removing invasive species.

** We will provide all tools, but you are welcome to bring personal gloves**

How Many:

We are looking for a maximum of 15 to 20 people.

 RSVP in advance to reserve your spot.

 What Age:

Ages 12 and up are invited to attend, but any volunteers under 18 will need to have a parent or guardian go with them to volunteer.

After an initial volunteer day (IE: volunteer once with a parent/ guardian), individuals 16 years and older will be considered on a case by case basis for volunteering without a parent or guardian present. *Their Parent or guardian will still need to be present in the morning to sign their waiver form.*

What to bring:

Water (at least 2 liters) (REQUIRED)

Lunch

Gloves

Rain gear

Insect repellent (mostly for the hike)

Close toed Shoes (REQUIRED)

Sun screen

Hat

Long pants

Long sleeved shirt

A Positive Attitude!

Terrain:

The terrain is easy to moderate , but be ready for mud, sun, mosquitos and rain.

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***To RSVP: Please email Volunteers@waimeavalley.net or call (808)638-5855 ***

Find out more: 

http://www.WaimeaValley.net