Join NOAA biologist, Jamie Thomton for a presentation on Hawaiian Monk Seals of Kaua’i with a special focus on monk seal happenings at Po’ipū Beach Park. Jamie will discuss why seals have a preference for this beach, whether it’s the same individual seals, what behaviors are most commonly observed, and provide updates on the recovery […]

Kim Rogers from the Kaua'i Invasive Species Committee (KISC) will discuss why 'Ōhi'a lehua is the most important tree in out native forests, and the latest efforts being done to save our beloved tree from the threat known as Rapid 'Ōhi'a Death. Limited number of 'ōhi'a lehua trees available - first come, first served, compliments […]

Dr. Randy Kosaki, a research ecologist with NOAA’s Office of National Marine Sanctuaries will present new discoveries from the deepest coral reefs of one of the largest marine protected areas in the world and will discuss the importance of Hawaiʻi’s unique endemic biodiversity. Dr. Randy Kosaki is a coral reef fish ecologist with NOAA’s Papahānaumokuākea […]