At the Kaua’i Community College, Electronics Technology building, room 114.

The Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) invites the public to participate in informational meetings to discuss possible regulations for certain marine fish species.

The public discussion will center on using minimum size rules to protect harvested resource fish that may be at risk of being over harvested, and will focus on at least three main fish families that the DLNR feels may be in need of updated regulations. They are: Parrotfish (uhu), Goatfish (weke), and Jacks (ulua/papio). The Division of Aquatic Resources has not yet drafted rule changes.

For more information contact DAR office at: Kaua’i (808) 274-3344Post Message:

Come celebrate the International Year of the Reef through Hawaiian cultural traditions.  On this evening, the sun will set, not into the sea, but into the crater of Pu’u o Kapolei!  This event marks the beginning of the season of warmth, or Kau.  Halau mele will lead this event through chant, hula, and mo’olelo (stories).  There will also be traditional fishing artifacts on display and activities.

Event is free.  Bring mats or low beach chairs and sunglasses. No alcohol allowed.  For more information, call:  Waikiki Aquarium Education at 220-9011.

Sponsored by the Waikiki Aquarium/University of Hawai’i, Hawai’i Tourism Authority, and Malama Hawai’i.

NOAA Fisheries is searching for volunteers to assist the small but potentially growing number of critically endangered monk seals that are born and reside in the main Hawaiian Islands.

 Scientists estimate only 1,200 Hawaiian monk seals remain and their population is in serious decline.

Volunteers can learn about monk seals and the process to become a monk seal responder by attending one of the following orientations on O‘ahu:

• 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 26, ‘Ewa Beach Library
• 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 28, Waikīkī Aquarium
• 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 29, Kailua Rec Center
• 10 a.m. to noon March 1, Waimea Bay Visitors Center

For more information call 944-2268.

Kai Makana welcomes two new canoes: na wa‘a Kai Momi and Taniora. Join the club in its continued efforts to restore Mokauea to a visible fishing village and cultural learning center. The work day will be followed by a celebration and blessing of the two new canoes. Meet at the Sand Island boat launch area. RSVP by March 1 at kaimakana@gmail.com. For more information about Mokauea and Kai Makana’s restoration work, visit www.kaimakana.org.

Friday - Sunday, March 7-9. Join us in this lush garden sanctuary for a weekend of beach restoration in preparation for turtle nesting season, along with other nature projects.  Fee of $140 includes land transportation, non-site accommodation and meals. This is a members-only event with reservations required. Phone leaders for complete itinerary and reservations.  Debbi Uchida (808-985-7303); Roberta Brashear-Kaulfers (808-966-7002).  Sponsored by the Sierra Club, Hawai’i Chapger, Moku Loa Group.

Meet at the Harbor Master’s Office, between the 3rd and 4th row of boats behind the Ilikai Hotel. Park in street stalls or public lot ‘ewa of Hilton lagoon. Wear sturdy shoes with gripping soles and bring a hat, thick rubber gloves, sunscreen, and water. All participants under 18 must have a waiver signed by their legal guardians to participate. Please contact the leader for the waiver. No slippers, closed toe shoes only.  Contact Deborah Blair at 955-4168. Sponsored by the Sierra Club, Hawai’i Chapter.

Meet at 8:30 am at Sandy Beach bathroom at eastern side of beach park. Cleanup along highway and coastal areas until 10:30.  Call Tred (808-394-2898) for information.  Bring water, hat and sunscreen.  Bags, gloves provided.  All participants under 18 must have a waiver signed by their legal guardians to participate.  Please contact the leader for the waiver. Closed tose shoes only.  No slippers.  Contact Deborah Blair at 808-955-4168.  Sponsored by the Sierra Club, Hawai’i Chapter.

How about helping to keep Kauai’s beaches clean?  Volunteering just 2 hours would make a big difference to this mostly wild coastline.  Enjoy a picnic and beach walk on the newly cleaned beach afterwards.  (East shore)  Contact Juldy Dalton at 808-246-9067.  Sponsored by the Sierra Club, Hawai’i Chapter.

Walk this awe-inspiring, soft sand beach; afterwards picnic and maybe go in the ocean. (North shore/Easy/4.5 miles)Contact Karen Tilley at 808-821-8008. Sponsored by the Sierra Club, Hawai’i Chapter.