Events

EVENTS & FUNDRAISERS

Maui Forest Bird Recovery Project participates in various environmental education and outreach events throughout the year. During these events, we focus on educating people about native forest birds, our research, conservation work, and partner projects. Events include annual fairs, fundraisers, charity events, and presentations. Fundraisers help support the work of recovering native forest birds and their habitat.

If you have an idea for a fundraiser or are interested in inviting us to your event for either an outreach table or presentation, please email us at info@mauiforestbirds.org

Please see the Calendar of Events and Fundraisers below.

Maui Mauka Conservation Awareness Trainings

Maui Mauka Conservation Awareness Trainings: Interpretation of nature plays a significant role in eco-based tourism and is beneficial to tour operators, visitors, conservation groups, and the nature-based tourism economy. The program’s goal is to educate tour operators and guides about native ecosystems and species found in Hawai’i and the projects that are helping conserve it. The program is a partnership between East Maui Watershed Partnership, Maui Invasive Species Committee, Maui Forest Bird Recovery Project, and Nā Koa Manu Conservation.

Currently, scheduled trainings are: 

  • Oct. 14th -12:00 – 3:00 pm. Guest speaker Jordan Tabura with Snail Extinction Prevention Program to discuss efforts to save the native kahuli.
  • Oct. 30th -12:00 – 1:00 pm. Hosted online. Tune in to learn from representatives of the East Maui Watershed Partnership, Maui Forest Bird Recovery Project, and Maui Invasive Species Committee discuss ongoing conservation efforts on Maui. This will be a shortened version of our in-person 3 hour training.
  • Nov. 14th -9:00 am – 12:00 pm. Guest speaker will be from the Maui Nui Seabird Recovery Project discussing conservation efforts of our seabirds including the ʻuaʻu and ʻuaʻu kani. 

Maui Mauka Conservation Awareness Trainings provide:

  • An opportunity to learn from conservation professionals about current projects.
  • Facts you can share with your guests about the forests of Haleakalā, native forest birds, habitat restoration, unique plants, and how Maui is addressing invasive species concerns.
  • Field guides and fact sheets for you to take with you.
CALENDAR of Events and Fundraisers

July 28th, 2023: Malama I Ke Kai at Westin Nanea. MFBRP will be having an informational booth at the Westin Nanea, Malama I Ke Kai event happening July 28th from 11 am – 4 pm. This event will be held along the boardwalk fronting the Westin Nanea towards the Kaʻanapali Ocean Resort Villas and Honua Kai. Come stop by and say hi!

August 6th, 2023: 11 am-12 pm: Maui Ku’ia Estate Weekend Laulima Tastings. Chocolate Laulima tasting experiences where all proceeds collected from chocolate tasting fees are given to the nonprofits. Enjoy 360-degree views from the second-story open-air pavilion chocolate factory while being led through three flights of chocolate by Founder and CEO, Gunars Valkirs, or VP of Everything Chocolate, Dan O‘Doherty. Book on MFBRP chocolate tasting date and proceeds will go to MFBRP. Maui Ku’ia is located at 78 Ulupono St, Ste 1, Lahaina, Maui.

August 27th, 2023: 10 am-1 pm : Celebrate Hawaiian Honeycreeper Day. Maui Nui Botanical Garden. Over 2,000 haumana and their kumu championed passing a resolution to designate August 08, 2023, as a day to Celebrate Hawaiian Honeycreepers this past legislative session. Join us at the Maui Nui Botanical Garden as we highlight the efforts of these haumana, celebrate the relationships we have with our wonderful manu, and learn about ongoing conservation efforts on Maui for the honeycreepers and the environments they call home!

September 23rd, 2023: 11 am-12 pm: Maui Ku’ia Estate Weekend Laulima Tastings. Chocolate Laulima tasting experiences where all proceeds collected from chocolate tasting fees are given to the nonprofits. Enjoy 360-degree views from the second-story open-air pavilion chocolate factory while being led through three flights of chocolate by Founder and CEO, Gunars Valkirs, or VP of Everything Chocolate, Dan O‘Doherty. Book on MFBRP chocolate tasting date and proceeds will go to MFBRP. Maui Ku’ia is located at 78 Ulupono St, Ste 1, Lahaina, Maui.

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