OISC volunteer opportunities

Here are the details for the next OISC work trip. Please contact OISC at oisc@hawaii.edu or 286-4616 for information.

When: Saturday, February 13, 2010, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

What: Fountain Grass Control Work on Lanikai Trail and BBQ. Fountain grass (Pennisetum setaceum) poses a major fire threat to many of Hawaii's natural and developed areas and has been designated a noxious weed by the Hawaii Department of Agriculture. The Division of Forestry and Wildlife of the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources has designated fountain grass as one of Hawaii's Most Invasive Horticultural Plants. It is established on Diamond Head and Lanikai trail. OISC is working to prevent fountain grass from becoming established in the Waianae Range by monitoring areas where fountain grass had been introduced in the past, and removing it from high traffic areas (trails, roads etc.).

What to bring: Take along more water than you think you will need - at least 2 quarts. Please bring gloves, sunhat, sunscreen, rain jacket, long pants, long sleeves, and sturdy walking shoes. No slippers allowed. *Bring snacks and something delicious for the BBQ after our hard day's work! The BBQ will be at Kailua Beach Park.

Where to meet: Meet at 8:00 am at the Church of the Crossroads parking lot at 1212 University Avenue, Honolulu. Going mauka on University Avenue, take your first left after the King/University intersection onto Coyne St. Then take your first right onto Kaialiu Street. The parking lot is located on the right, just after the road curves.

From the HI East, exit Bingham and follow Bingham all the way to where the roads curves to the right. Before that curve is the Church on your left side. Find street parking.

In order to join the work trip, please RSVP by the Thursday before the trip by emailing oisc@hawaii.edu or calling 286-4616.

All participants will be required to sign a waiver.

Thank you as always for helping us protect Oahu from invasive species!