Part of Maui Nui Marine Resource Councilʻs "Know Your Ocean" Speaker Series Have you ever wondered why some people care -- and others seemingly don't -- about protecting Maui's coral reefs? Imagine if you could climb into their minds to understand what causes visitors and residents of Maui to be motivated (or not) to care for our reefs through their behaviors and actions. … [Read more...] about “The social-psychological side of why some people care about Maui’s reefs — and others don’t”
The Nature Conservancy
West Maui Ocean Water Quality Presentation at Lahainaluna High School
There’s a West Maui Ocean Water Quality Presentation at Lahainaluna High School on Tuesday, July 30th. Attendees will learn about the findings, threats, and goals gathered by Hui O Ka Wai Ola. It’s an ocean water quality monitoring program co-managed by Maui Nui Marine Resource Council (MNMRC), The Nature Conservancy, and the West Maui Ridge to Reef Initiative. They’ll share … [Read more...] about West Maui Ocean Water Quality Presentation at Lahainaluna High School
Students Sought for Conservation Leadership Program
Applications are now being accepted for Na Hua Hoʻohuli i ka Pono, a service-learning program designed to help develop the county's next generation of conservation leaders. The ho‘oilo 2019-2020 term will include 19 hours per week from October 14-June 6, 2019. Participants will earn a bi-weekly living allowance of $475 and are eligible to earn two AmeriCorps Education Awards … [Read more...] about Students Sought for Conservation Leadership Program
Survey of Maui’s Coral Reefs Informs State Efforts
Five of West and South Maui's most resilient reefs are located in state managed areas and offshore of a federal wildlife refuge, suggesting that coral reefs can be managed to build resilience and increase survivability in an uncertain climate future. The resiliency of coral reefs was a key finding from a 2018 survey that offers a snapshot of more than 22,000 coral colonies … [Read more...] about Survey of Maui’s Coral Reefs Informs State Efforts
Summer Conservation Leadership Program Accepting Applications
The Nā Hua Hoʻohuli i ka Pono Conservation Leadership Program announces that the deadline for its summer program is quickly approaching – February 18 at 8am. Through the program, participants will learn valuable skills to prepare them for future careers with a foundation in environmental ethics, while developing key leadership skills that are important for advancing the … [Read more...] about Summer Conservation Leadership Program Accepting Applications