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Citizen scientists collect valuable data that help continue humpback whale conservation
On the last Saturday of January, February and March each year, during the peak of whale season in Hawaiʻi, hundreds of volunteers head to shorelines throughout the state, including the Big Island, to count and observe the marine mammals that migrated 3,000 miles to mate, calve and nurse their young.
Rotary Club of Kona named PGA TOUR Champions Charity of the Year
The Rotary Club of Kona – an all-volunteer organization – has been a charity for the Mitsubishi Electric Championship at Hualālai since the tournament’s inception in 1997 and has totaled $1.1 million in contributions over those 28 years.
Over 300 humpback whales sighted off Big Island shores on Saturday
Saturday was the first of three coordinated whale counts between Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Ocean Count from the shores of Kaua‘i, O‘ahu, Molokaʻi and Hawai‘i Island and the Great Whale Count by Pacific Whale Foundation from Maui and Lānaʻi.
World Surf League’s One Ocean Initiative: Protecting marine ecosystems, fostering community involvement
In its 2023 Annual Purpose & Impact Report, the World Surf League’s One Ocean Initiative celebrates its key environmental milestones, such as protecting and restoring 45,374 hectares of critical surfing ecosystems and planting 100,000 corals, while amplifying community involvement.
A dog and miniature horse walk into a hospital: Pet therapy at Queen’s North Hawai‘i
The program kicked off again Nov. 6 and currently includes Darby, a 16-year-old miniature horse, and Adaka, a 3-year-old Brittany spaniel mix. The hospital in Waimea on the Big Island is recruiting more volunteers now.
Urgent call for volunteers: help feed keiki, teens this summer with Project Hawaiʻi
Project Hawaiʻi is urgently seeking volunteers in Hilo and Kona to help feed keiki in need this summer.
Back in the saddle: Honoka‘a Western Week returns full throttle May 19-29
The Big Island’s premier paniolo party is back and plans to pack a pretty good punch, so shake off your spurs, shine up your saddle, put on your cowboy best — boots included — and trot on over to Honoka‘a for the fun.
Festival named after the ‘Merrie Monarch’ who brought hula back to Hawaiʻi
Although the initial motivation for the Merrie Monarch Festival was to boost the economy of Hawaiʻi island through tourism, this event has come to serve a far greater purpose, which is perpetuating Hawaiian culture.
Volunteers needed for Mālama Maunakea invasive species weed pull
Since 2012, the Mālama Maunakea Volunteer Weed Pulls are part of the Center for Maunakea Stewardship’s ongoing efforts to protect the resources on the mountain by helping to control fireweed and other invasive plant species.
Volunteers count 997 humpback whales in Hawaiian Islands on Saturday
Maui volunteers spotted the most humpback whales on Feb. 25 with 596, followed by O’ahu with 232, the Big Island with 105 and 64 for Kaua’i.
Last call: Kupu summer program applications close Friday
Participants will get to learn about a variety of ecosystems, natural resource management techniques and cultural practices unique to Hawai‘i.
Aloha spirit felt strongly during this year’s Mitsubishi Electric Championship at Hualālai
With Maunakea towering in the distance, 42 senior golfers took to Hualālai Resort’s lush golf course Saturday for the last day of the three-round Mitsubishi Electric Championship at Hualālai.
Merrie Monarch Festival celebrating 60 years of Hula and Hawaiian culture
The Merrie Monarch Festival will be back to its full glory in April 2023, celebrating its 60th anniversary of showcasing hula and Hawaiian culture — and the world can’t wait.
Jackie Rey’s and Salvation Army team up again to deliver Thanksgiving meals to elderly
Jackie Rey’s Ohana Grill in Kona, with help from volunteers and the Salvation Army Kona Corps, will deliver 500 to 600 meals to the elderly and shut-ins on Thanksgiving.
Two volunteers honored posthumously for creation of beloved Waimea Nature Park 23 years ago
Leningrad Elarionoff and Carol Hendricks were posthumously awarded the DLNR & YOU Citizen Conservationist Award during an event Friday at the Waimea Nature Park.
Queen’s North Hawai’i Community Hospital looking for volunteers
Volunteers are needed to support hospital patients and their families. No special skills are required. The only qualification required is your desire to help others.
Ironman World Championship needs volunteers – and fast with first race Thursday in Kona
With the Ironman World Championship in Kailua-Kona less than a week away, race organizers are scrambling to find volunteers to fill about 4,000 shifts to help care for the approximately 5,000 participants.
Boy Scout Partners With Police Officer, Others to Complete Eagle Scout Project
A Big Island Boy Scout with aspirations to become an Eagle Scout recently completed a beautification project with assistance from an officer with the Hawai‘i Police Department and other volunteers.
AARP Hawai‘i Accepting Nominations For Community Service Award
AARP Hawai‘i wants to honor volunteers dedicated to community service.
Kailua Village Business Improvement District Seeks Board of Directors Applicants
The Kailua Village Business Improvement District is seeking eligible candidates interested in serving on its 17-member volunteer board of directors.