Volunteers ready for Community Weed Pull atop Maunakea
Since 2012, “Mālama Maunakea Volunteer Invasive Species Weed Pull” events have helped protect resources on Maunakea.
The next Mālama Maunakea weed pull project will meet Saturday, Sept. 21 at 9:00 a.m. at the Visitor Information Station and will wrap up about 1:00 p.m. 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
Visit the Visiting Maunakea Safely and Responsibly page to be familiar with safety and potential hazards in this environment.
Sign up by Sept. 15.
Mālama Maunakea Volunteer Weed Pulls
Since 2012, “Mālama Maunakea Volunteer Weed Pull” events are part of the Center for Maunakea Stewardship’s 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-foot 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.
