Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit

Foodland's Give Aloha starts this weekend and runs through the month of September. Your donations at any Foodland store will be partially matched, adding a bonus to your support. Mahalo for your aloha! Choose MFBRP, 78761 when you check out!

Protecting Oʻahu’s precious water, Koʻolau partnership marks 25 years | University of Hawaiʻi System News Its efforts focus on protecting native forests, which are crucial for soil retention, water absorption and aquifer recharge.

Register for Maui Ku'ia Chocolate Experience benefiting Maui Forest Birds, happening September 8th: https://www.mauichocolatetour.com/the-chocolate-factory-experience/

Standing dead trees and stumps can become breeding material. The galleries in this stump show signs of larvae feeding on the decomposing wood. When cutting down trees, cut them as close to the soil level as possible. If you can, grind the stump or cover it with netting.

For more information on breeding site treatments, go to www.crbhawaii.org/treatments

This map shows relative trap catches on Oahu from February through July. Central and West Oahu still have the most trap finds but we keep seeing an increase in beetles on the north shore and windward side.

If you live in an area with high CRB populations we recommend managing potential breeding sites (mulch compost and any decaying plant material) and treating palms. Check out management options on our website crbhawaii.org/treatments🌴

Check out the link in our bio to read about the ‘Alalā release efforts happening soon on Maui! 🌱 #’alalā

Are you an arborist or landscaper?

Do you have questions about palms, palm pests and diseases, and the efforts to protect them?

Do you need CEUs to maintain licensing?

If you answered yes to any of the above, consider registering for the upcoming Palms in the Landscape conference with the Western Conference of Arborists!

August 20th @ Kealia Pond National Wildlife Refuge

Maui Green & Beautiful

https://youtu.be/1INm7hmFCjo?si=TIbPGUj4UzaCXKVT

The Hawaii Invasive Species Council program support has an exciting opportunity. They are looking for the next Research and Projects Coordinator. This position coordinates the multi-agency pest monitoring program at Hawaiiʻs airports and seaports that is critical to preventing the introduction and spread of high-impact pests. The position also provides program support for the Hawaii Invasive Species Council. They are looking for someone with a strong knowledge and background in invasive species, biosecurity, and pest monitoring efforts who can work independently, but also has strong communication skills to work with the various state departments and agencies involved. If you are interested or know someone who is interested, have them apply through rcuh.com (Job ID #224445) or visit https://buff.ly/3YzmFrJ. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact [email protected].

CRB canine, Bravo conducts breeding site surveys, using his sense of smell and love of treats to find CRB! Our canine handlers aerate material to make any CRB scent more available for Bravo, and reward his search using treats.

Since CRB can breed in any decaying plant waste, mulch is ideal. If you have any potential breeding material on your property be sure to search through for any CRB at least once every 4 months!

We are getting back into the swing of things with our volunteer service trips 😆🤎💚

Join us on Saturday August 24th on Waiheʻe Ridge Trail and or Saturday August 31st at Olowalu Valley.

Contact us for waiver forms and more information [email protected]

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Battle against rapid ‘ōhi‘a death continues 10 years after being discovered on Hawai‘i Island | Big Island Now While the community’s attention to preventing the spread of ROD in forests has waned somewhat with other crises taking front stage, ROD remains an urgent issue.

Coqui frogs on Maui; containment protects quiet nights and the environment Submitted by Lissa Strohecker of the Maui Invasive Species Committee Co-QUI Co-QUI! The call of the coqui frog is ringing throughout some of our Haiku neighborhoods. Though it may have seemed the frogs were gone in January and February, they were probably lying low, or at least staying quiet. Only t...

Are you searching for a way to make a positive impact on the environment and your community? BIISC is looking for a college student to join our outreach team as a Kāpili ʻOihana intern. This micro-internship (60 hours) provides hands-on, real world experience for those interested in the human dimensions of invasive species control and management. This internship is virtual with the option for in-person experiences if the applicant is located on Hawaiʻi Island.

✨️ Learn about invasive species issues in Hawaiʻi and strategize ways to best communicate them to the public.
✨️ Create engaging outreach materials that empower residents to take action within their communities.
✨️ Assist in developing place-based educational curriculum for use in K-12 schools.

Requirements:
Access to a computer, reliable WiFi, and Zoom
Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and social media platforms

Internship duration: Sep 30th-December 6th
Deadline to apply: by July 26, 2024

Link to apply: https://ksbe-csm.symplicity.com/

Join MISC and help in the efforts to aloha ‘āina!

We currently have a full-time, benefits-eligible field crew position open.

- GED or high school diploma required
- On-the-job training provided!
- Salary is $3400/month

Apply through the RCUH.com website, search for job ID 224412 or follow this link: https://hr.rcuh.com/psp/hcmprd_exapp/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=3&JobOpeningId=224412&PostingSeq=1

Part-time or full time position available to join our team! Apply online tinyurl.com/ysu4rb7v Job ID: 224442. Closes July 15.

For full position description and how to apply visit www.mauiforestbirds.org/employment

This Friday, June 28th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Keāhua Arboretum in Wailua: Deepen your love of nature by joining the growing trend of nature journaling. This workshop is geared for non-scientists, non-artists and/or non-writers. No experience necessary. The only things necessary are paper and pencil and a curious mind. We'll welcome wonder, soak in a little science, make some marks and/or notes on paper. Most of all, weʻll slow down and connect with the forest for a few hours.

Registration is required and will be capped at 12 people: https://forms.gle/Yzyx9vg4TAYCjQ2d7