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:
- TBD for Fall 2023
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
March 14th, 2023: Flatbread Co. Benefit Night: 5-10 pm. A portion of all sales, dine-in or takeout, will go towards helping native bird conservation and support the Maui Forest Bird Recovery Projects efforts. During this event, we will also be hosting a silent auction full of great items. To participate in the silent auction visit: https://mfbrp.betterworld.org/auctions/2023-mfbrp-flatbread-fundraiser Auction will go live closer to benefit date.
March 25th, 2023: Hoʻomau Maui 9am-Sunset. We will be participating in this yearʻs Hoʻomaui Maui fundraiser event for Nā Leo Pulama o Maui. We will have an informational booth with some fun activities for kids of all ages! To find out more information or instructions on how to get tickets click here.
April 5th,2023: Maui Forest Bird Recovery Project Presentation at Makawao Library: 5 pm. Staff from Maui Forest Bird Recovery Project will hold an informational presentation on the ongoing conservation efforts to help save Mauiʻs native bird species.
September 23rd, 2023: 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.
May 26th and November 24th, 2023: 6-10pm: Maui Brewing Company Pint Night FUNDRAISER. Half the pub profits from house beers sold tonight go towards protecting native birds. Maui Brewing Company has been supporting MFBRP for the past 12 years! Mahalo! Maui Brewing Company Brewpub is located at the Kahana Gateway Shopping Center, just north of Lahaina. Address is 4405 Honoapi’ilani Highway, Lahaina, Maui 96761.
