MINDFUL TRAVELER Save a Honu

Founded in 1996, this nonprofit organization dedicates its efforts to the conservation of Hawaiian wildlife, the protection of native species and the restoration of natural habitats. Operating out of Kā‘anapali, Maui, the Hawai‘i Wildlife Fund now has programs statewide helping to connect volunteers with opportunities to make a difference and protect our delicate ecosystems. On the Island of Hawai‘i, programs have been established allowing volunteers to hike into remote areas to aid in the monitoring of honu (green sea turtle) nests, coastal clean-ups in the Ka‘ū region or tend to plants in the native plant nursery. For established volunteers, there is also a program available where groups head out to the shoreline to search for lost or abandoned nets which can be hazardous to sea creatures. Whether you have an afternoon, a day or even a weekend, the Hawai‘i Wildlife Fund has a volunteer opportunity to fit your time and interests.

Learn more about the Hawai‘i Wildlife Fund at wildhawaii.org/