#DOCARE hawaii

DLNR Underscores Dangers of Closed Trails in Light of White Road, Sacred Falls Incidents

On Hawai‘i Island, DOCARE officers contacted hikers trying to access what is known as the White Road Trail. It is closed for safety reasons… but has been advertised widely on social media.

1,000 Feet of Illegal Lay Net Confiscated

A team of DOCARE officers inspected seven bags and found that four of them contained an estimated 100 undersized fish, as well as live coral.

17 Arrested During DOCARE Sweep of Nāpali Coast

Officials said they believe that three of the 17 were illegally residing in Kalalau Valley for long periods of time.