Kauai Activities
World’s largest beach cleanup effort to engage over half a million volunteers
Ocean Conservancy is calling for volunteers worldwide to join the 39th annual International Coastal Cleanup (ICC), the world’s largest beach and waterway cleanup effort, launching on Sept. 21, 2024. With plastic pollution at crisis levels, ICC organizers invite everyone who loves the ocean to take action by joining a cleanup in their area.
Kōloa Landing Resort voted ‘Best Hotel Pool in America’ by USA Today readers
The resort also claimed second place for “Best Family Resort” in America, and second place for “Best Resort in Hawaiʻi.”
East Kaua‘i path joins Rails-to-Trails Hall of Fame
The trail was among three nominees voted on by the public between Jul. 26 and Aug. 4, 2024, securing nearly 45% of the vote.
New website launched as guide to explore Hawai‘i’s state lands, beaches, coastal waters
The Department of Land and Natural Resources’ jurisdiction encompasses nearly 1.3 million acres of state lands, beaches and coastal waters as well as 750 miles of coastline.
Kaua‘i tour company ranks among top 10 choices for ocean adventures in Hawai‘i
The recognition comes from USA Today readers.
Marine Protected Areas producing more ‘trophy-size’ fish, UH report says
Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) are having a positive spillover effect, producing more “trophy-size” fish just outside of the fully protected areas, and the effect is growing stronger over time.
East Kaua‘i trail nominated for Rails-to-Trails Conservancy Hall of Fame
Ke Ala Hele Makālae, “The Path that Goes by the Coast,” spans 8 miles, providing a paved, scenic route ideal for walking, jogging, biking, and skating, stretching from Lydgate Beach Park to Kuna Bay.
Ocean Safety Bureau advises no swimming at Hanalei Bay following shark sighting
OSB officials received a report of a possible 10-foot tiger shark sighted about 250 feet west of the Pavilion Lifeguard Tower on Tuesday morning.
West Side boat companies host second annual free tour event for local residents
“Just watching all of these local people’s faces get off the boat, and they’re just so stoked and they’re so happy and they brought their kids and their relatives and it’s just … This is what it’s about,” said Candice LeCroix, a founder of the Kikiaʻola Boaters Alliance.
Last call for competitors for 2024 Kaua‘i Poke Fest
Competitors will be provided poke grade ‘ahi, inclusion in the 2024 Kaua‘i Poke Fest cookbook, the opportunity to meet Chef Sam Choy and much more.
Come thirsty: Food, fun, music and more will flow at Kaua‘i Brewers Festival this Saturday
Groups benefiting from this year’s event include Hālau Ka Lei Mokihana o Leināʻala, which recently returned from the Merrie Monarch Festival on the Big Island.
County of Kaua‘i issues reminder of upcoming job fair
Over 50 businesses representing a variety of industries on Kaua‘i will offer an assortment of employment opportunities at the job fair.
Online registration for keiki, junior lifeguard programs begins May 1
The free programs offer ocean safety awareness and lifesaving skills instruction. Enrollment is limited.
Box Jellyfish signs up at Salt Pond Beach Park, safety official advise avoiding swimming
Ocean Safety Bureau officials have posted “Box Jellyfish” signs at Salt Pond and Po‘ipū beach parks.
No tickets required this year for Hō‘ike, donations encouraged at event to help those impacted by Lāhainā fire
To kōkua (help) the people from West Maui, many of whom lost loved ones, their homes or both, the Merrie Monarch organizers decided to allow free admission to this year’s Hō’ike Night at Edith Kanaka‘ole Stadium tonight, with the option to donate to the Lāhainā community at the door.
One Kaua‘i hālau hula participating in this year’s Merrie Monarch hula competition
Twenty-two hālau hula are participating this year. Hālau Ka Lehua Pua Kamaehu, under the direction of Kumu Hula Kasie Puahala Kaleohano & Brandi Nohelani Barrett, is the only Big Island group participating in this year’s competition.
Over 1.6 million people visited Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park in 2023
Overall, the National Park Service announced that 400 national parks reported a total of 325.5 million visitors in 2023, an increase of 13 million or 4% over 2022.
Kaua‘i-made film ‘Too Much Life’ makes world premiere on Garden Island tonight
The film explores Kaua‘i teenagers dealing with cyberbullying, social media and online relationships.
Public comment sought on how to improve accessibility at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
Public input on the draft will be accepted through January.
