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Latest boat grounding raises the question: What can be done to protect Honolua Bay?

Federal laws prevent the state from barring commercial boat activity in the area.

Kahoʻolawe permitted trolling dates announced for September

The Kaho’olawe Island Reserve Commission (KIRC) has announced permitted trolling dates for September 2024, including: Sept. 7-8 and 28-29.

Temporary vessel restrictions lifted at Māla Wharf in Lahaina

Commercial operators, with permits, will again be able to use Māla Wharf seven days a week beginning Saturday April 13.

Trolling Kahoolawe Waters Permitted Two Weekends

The Kahoolawe Island Reserve Commission (KIRC) has announced the trolling schedule for permitted vessels in the month of May.

Coral Reef Decline at Maalaea Bay Subject of Study

Federal funding has been secured to launch a coral reef study on Maui.  Congresswoman Mazie Hirono requested the $184,815 to help identify the causes of the dramatic decline in the health of the coral reef in Maui’s Ma’alaea Bay. The likely sources of pollution identified as possible contributing factors include but are not limited to:  […]

BOATERS ASKED TO EXERCISE CAUTION AROUND WHALES

Recreational and commercial boaters are asked to be extra cautious during the height of whale season which runs from January through March. The Department of Land and Natural Resources says the extra caution will help the population of these treasured mammals to thrive. During November the humpback whales return to Hawaii from their feeding grounds […]