Pali Lookout is the most visited State Park in Hawaiʻi with over a million visitors each year. KMWP has worked with volunteers since 2014 to take out weeds and planted native plants, including Kāwelu to give residents and visitors alike a glimpse of a healthy native forest with trees, shrubs and an understory of ferns and grasses. By restoring this garden in an accsessible area, we hope to inspire others to support and join in efforts for watershed protection.
What to expect
We will be using small hand tools, including sickles, trowels and shovels to remove weeds and plant in the native garden area. If plants are available, we will plant several species of native plants. The work area is steep in some areas, and muddy at times, so please be prepared to get dirty on this trip!
*Participants must wear closed toed shoes. No Shoes No Work!
August 26th Workday Plan (tentative)
8:30 - Meet at Pali Lookout garden area, Introductions
8:45 - Moʻolelo (stories) of Ka Nuku (Pali Lookout) and Wahi Pana (storied places) of
Koʻolaupoko
9:00 - Workday and safety briefing, pass out gloves and tools and start weeding areas
11:00 - If plants are available, we will be planting and mulching until pau!
Pack
Waterbottle, snacks, sunscreen, hat, rain jacket, sun glasses and medications
*All tools and gloves for work will be provided by KMWP. We also carry first aid kits in case of emergency.
Please note: There are no bathrooms at the lookout. Participants will need to trek in the bushes or drive to the nearest bathrooms at Nuʻuanu Park. There are many bees flying around the area as well; please make sure you have medication if you are allergic.
