Tuesday, September 24, 2019—With a mass coral bleaching event currently in progress across the Hawaiian Islands, we are offering free ReefTeach orientations to give community members information they can use to reduce their impact on coral reef ecosystems, and to share that knowledge with their families, friends, fellow community members, and visitors.

November 6, 2019—Join us for this free presentation by Dr. Craig Downs, one of the leading international experts on sunscreen pollution and marine environments. Increased tourism can result in harm to local ecological resources such as coral reefs, especially when not properly managed. More visitors means greater use of sunscreens and other personal care products, resulting in pollution of not just beach waters, but wide expanses of coastlines. What are the chemicals that are toxic to wildlife and people, and how do they degrade our ecological resources? What concentrations do we find these chemicals in the environment, and at what levels do they pose a threat?

December 7, 2019—Join us and fellow community stewards to help care for Kahalu‘u Beach Park. We will spend a few hours together painting the pavilion, railings, and benches, pulling weeds, and picking up litter. All ages are welcome!
Please bring:
• Reusable beverage container
• Reef-friendly sun protection
• Clothing that can get dirty
We’ll provide all painting supplies, coffee, water, snacks, and pizza!