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A collection of sites that can provide a wealth of knowledge for both Hawaii-specific and broader natural resource topics.
The Aloha+ Challenge is a statewide commitment to achieve Hawai‘i’s sustainability goals, and locally driven framework to implement the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
When planning natural resource focused projects, feel free to check out their goals/meaurements!
This site is your “go to” hub for developing, expanding, and sustaining high quality farm to school programming in Hawai‘i!
The purpose of this toolkit is to improve access to experiential farm to school education for all of Hawaii’s students through systematic integration of farm to school programming into school culture. Based on several decades of grassroots relationship building, and successful development and piloting of Hawai‘i-based resources and professional development offerings, the Hawai‘i Farm to School Toolkit builds capacity to regenerate sustainable food systems across the pae‘āina ‘o Hawai‘i through farm to school.
Afterschool programs are ready to help children catch up on the learning they have lost and prepare to reenter school and other activities after this period of isolation. Afterschool programs filled with fun, enriching activities have the power to be a game changer for kids of all ages!
Afterschool programs are proven to help kids: Get excited about learning, Make gains in reading and math, Improve work habits and grades, Boost school day attendance, Have higher graduation rates, Build life and work skills
ʻŌhiʻa (Metrosideros polymorpha), the most abundant native tree in the state of Hawaiʻi, are dying from a new fungal disease. On Hawaiʻi Island, hundreds of thousands of ʻōhiʻa have already died from this fungus, called Ceratocystis. Healthy trees appear to die within a few days to a few weeks, which is how the disease came to be called “Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death.”
Mālama Maunalua implements strategies to remove and prevent regrowth of invasive alien algae (IAA). The focus of their work is in the 28+ acres of Pāiko beach. Their goal is to clear the area of harmful algae to restore a marine habitat with healthy, native seagrass and alga. Learn more about their work here!
Come and explore the various “searchable” digital resources presented by the Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) and its many contributing partners related to: Location (GIS maps searchable by island & ahupuaʻa (small land divisions), Genealogical & Māhele Records, and Hawaiian newspapers (over 69,000 digitized pages beginning from 1838)
Mālama Pūpūkea-Waimea is now offering virtual lessons focusing on our nearshore marine ecosystem! These unique, live Zoom lessons help engage students (grades 4 - 12).
Some incredible educational guides to help teach your students about the history of Pearl Harbor, effect of invasive species, growing native plants, and so much more!
Resources for educators, students, and families. These include curricula, resource guides, how-to sheets, and program information and applications.
The Ka‘iwakīloumoku Digital Collections comprise a vast array of Hawaiian and Pacific expressions. Home to an assortment of essays, interviews, videos, recipes, and more, they invite you to explore this rich repository.
Explore topics from A-Z all about Hawaii's oceans!
Here is a collection of Hawaiian place names. The Hawaiian place names can be retrieved by word search, by browsing the collection, or by looking at the list of names.
Kanaeokana seeks to strengthen the lāhui and nurture the next generations of aloha ‘āina leaders by collaboratively developing and growing a Native Hawaiian education system built on a strong ʻōlelo Hawai‘i and ʻike Hawai‘i foundation. Check out their resources!
Surf cams, charts, and, forecasts for all of Hawaiʻi's best surf spots!
What we can do now to learn about and help protect endangered species.
The Office of National Marine Sanctuaries serves as the trustee for a network of underwater parks encompassing more than 600,000 square miles of marine and Great Lakes waters from Washington state to the Florida Keys, and from Lake Huron to American Samoa. The network includes a system of 15 national marine sanctuaries and Papahānaumokuākea and Rose Atoll marine national monuments.
The National Wildlife Federation provides educators with easy-to-implement, trusted curriculum and activities that help inspire the next generation of environmental stewards.
Our vision for the region is to achieve sustainable fisheries and seafood, healthy marine ecosystems that provide stability for fishery resources, recovery of threatened and endangered species, and enhanced opportunities for commercial, recreational, and cultural activities in the marine environment.
For more than 15 years, the Reef Resilience Network has served as a global leader in building the capacity of marine managers to effectively manage, protect, and restore coral reefs and reef fisheries around the world. To achieve this, we connect reef managers and practitioners with peers, experts, and the latest science and strategies, and provide online and hands-on training and implementation support.
Explore the science and strategies of topics ranging from Resilience to Communications, from Threats to Case Studies and more!
Learn about the Olympic Coast as a place - the qualities that make it extraordinary. Visit The Living Sanctuary to learn about ocean processes, the underwater landscape, marine wildlife, marine habitats and traditional cultures and maritime history. Throughout the website you will also learn about our important work – conserving this incomparable place and its resources for generations to come.
So, dive in, get to know us and explore Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary!
Assessing Our Marine Ecosystems
This website provides data on major marine ecosystem indicators, capturing the status and trends of seven U.S. ecosystem regions, as well as an overall national status. It also directs users to more detailed sources of NOAA data and information. It is important to track and communicate this information as U.S. ocean and coastal ecosystems provide food, jobs, security, and well-being to millions of people yet face many complex challenges. This reporting is meant to allow the U.S. population to see the performance of their marine ecosystems
How can educators, students, schools, and communities go green? Learn about sustainability, conservation, and other earth-friendly practices and curricula.
AG Explorer highlights career opportunities in Natural Resource Systems available in both urban and rural settings, in the field and in the lab. Protecting wildlife, maintaining parks, consulting with research groups and keeping green areas are important needs everywhere. Those who pursue Natural Resource Systems careers have opportunities to design solutions that meet those needs.
Do your students or their parents need help with Google Classroom, Google Meet, emailing, and more? Some incredible Waipahu High School students put together a list of resources in Tagalog, Ilokano, Samoan, Tongan, English, Chuukese, and Marshelle! Check it out.
Search through hundreds of conservation careers advice articles, interviews, tips, guides and more!
Browse their Ultimate Guides that give you in-depth answers to your top questions about working in conservation. From the 15 key conservation job types, to the top paid and free internships, to how to apply for jobs.
Collection of resource covering topics such as: geology, environmental science, astronomy, and meteorology
Nepris connects teachers and students with the right industry experts, virtually without having to spend much planning time or leaving the classroom while providing an effective way for companies to extend education outreach and create equity of access.
A digital asset library of women STEM innovators, to inspire others with authentic and relatable images of women in STEM, for educational and other noncommercial use.
Marine megafauna play a critical role in the health of our oceans’ vast ecosystems, and thus the survival of all marine life. The stakes have never been higher for these ocean giants, which is why the Marine Megafauna Foundation is on a mission to save them using pioneering research, education, and sustainable conservation solutions.
All around the world, kids are learning about climate change. Why should we care?
Duh – it’s our future! And we want our voices heard!!!
This is a site created by kids (and a teacher) for kids (and teachers). Take a look at what other kids have shared. Then share an idea of your own. Are you ready?!
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