Help us Mālama Maunakea!

The next Mālama Maunakea volunteer work day meets up on Saturday, April 18 at 9 am at the Visitor Information Station and wraps up about 1pm. Volunteer activities can range from invasive weed removal to outplanting native species, depending on our restoration needs.

Volunteers are encouraged to bring the following:

• Water in a reusable container
• Sun protection (sunglasses, sunscreen, hat)
• Layers to protect from wind or wet and cool weather are recommended (light rain gear, warm clothing, long-sleeve shirt)
• Hiking boots or good walking shoes
• Long pants
• Garden or work gloves that are clean and free of invasive species

Lunch will be provided to those who volunteer!

If interested, please sign up by Monday, April 13.

Click link for more information on Visiting Maunakea Safely and Responsibly, to become familiar with safety and potential hazards in this environment.

Organizing Invasive Species Weed Pulls Since 2012

Since 2012, the Mālama Maunakea Volunteer Weed Pulls are part of the CMS’ ongoing Mālama Maunakea efforts to protect the resources on the mountain by helping to control fireweed (Senecio madagascariensis) and other invasive plant species around Maunakea’s 9,000' elevation. Removing invasive species and weeds helps to reduce habitat for invasive ants, prevents unwanted invasive species from being transported to the upper elevation areas of Maunakea, and prepares the surrounding area for future native plant restoration projects.