Rise Above Plastics Rally at Hawaii State Capitol
Honolulu, Oahu (Feb. 2, 2010): The Rise Above Plastics Coalition will be holding a press conference and rally at the Hawaii State Capitol's Rotunda on Wed., Feb. 10, from 12:00 - 1:00. The Surfrider Foundation is partnering with the Sierra Club, Styrophobia and other organizations to educate people about the dangers of plastic marine debris and the proliferation of single-use plastics (SUP) like bags and bottles in our environment. The Coalition will show artwork by local first-graders depicting plastic pollution in our oceans, and the Plastic Bag Monster will be there as well! This strange creature is made of 400 ...
“Blue Oceans Day” at Hawaii State Capitol To Message Obama Administration
Support Strong Comprehensive Federal Oceans, Great Lakes & Estuary Policy HONOLULU: JANUARY 7, 2009 -- You are cordially invited to join us on the 4th floor lanai of the Hawai'i State Capitol on Wednesday January 13th, 2009, between 11 am-3 pm as we celebrate our oceans and marine life, and show our support for stronger federal protections for our threatened oceans, Great Lakes and estuaries-- only weeks before the White House Interagency Ocean Policy Task Force delivers its final recommendations to President Obama. There will be many displays of interest to students and all who love our oceans, and a group ...
Surfrider Honors Environmental Leaders at the 7th Annual John Kelly Awards
Honolulu, Oahu (Nov. 25, 2009) The North Shore’s Waimea Valley Pavillion was rocking last weekend as the Surfrider Foundation Oahu’s Chapter hosted the 7th Annual John Kelly Environmental Achievement Awards, an evening to honor those who have made outstanding contributions to help Surfrider’s mission to protect Hawaii’s oceans, beaches and waves. The event raised over $7000 for the Oahu Chapter. Two hundred and twenty activists and supporters enjoyed the evening, which was sponsored by Barefoot Wine, Kona Brewing Co., and the Triple Crown of Surfing. Musical guests Johnny Helm and Micah Wolf entertained the crowd as they wined, dined and perused ...
The Surfrider Foundation is a non-profit grassroots organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of our world’s oceans, waves and beaches. The Oahu Chapter’s mission is to improve water quality, maintain beach and ocean access, and assure responsible development on the island of Oahu.
Want to get involved in the Surfrider Foundation here on Oahu? Contact us for details. We sponsor regular beach cleanups and monthly organizational meetings that typically feature guest speakers and social functions. There are also a number of exciting volunteer opportunities if you have time to help.
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