Join Us for the September Weed Pull Happening on Saturday, 9/20

Help us Mālama Maunakea!

Join us for another volunteer Mālama Maunakea weed pull and outplanting! Plan to meet on Saturday, September 20 at 9 am at Halepohaku – Visitor Information Station, wrapping up about 1pm.

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

Sign up by September 14!

Please go to the Visiting Maunakea Safely and Responsibly page to learn about the safety and potential hazards in this environment.

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.