June 13, 2015—Join us for a morning work day in the Koai‘a Tree Sanctuary, where we are continuing our efforts to remove invasive fountain grass and replace it with native trees and shrubs. Our work will be very focused: get the grass OUT and the trees IN! The thriving baby trees planted so far this year are testament to the strength and adaptability of our native dry forest flora. Oh, YEAH!

Meet at The Kohala Center office in Waimea (65-1291A Kawaihae Rd) at 8 a.m. (Regular volunteers: please NOTE this is earlier than we usually meet!) We will drive up to the work site, just a few miles mauka from Waimea. If you want to stay after the work day and enjoy a picnic in the sanctuary, then bring along your lunch and find a cozy spot in the shade of ancient trees.

Wear long pants, and boots or sturdy shoes. Be prepared for any weather—we work rain or shine (and boy, have we had a lot of both these days!) Bring a water bottle, and we provide the rest: tools, gloves, plants, snacks, ice water. Volunteers of all ages and experience are welcome, so bring neighbors, friends, and ʻohana!

Please click here to RSVP by Thursday, June 11.