Volunteer Workdays

Come help care for the Māla Lāʻau. Based on feedback from our Volunteer Scheduling Survey, we've set the following regular workdays:

KAEF Māla Lāʻau Workday

1st Sunday of Every Other Month

Kauaʻi Animal Education Farm, Kapaʻa

9:00–11:00 AM

  • May 4, 2025

  • July 6, 2025

  • September 7, 2025

  • November 2, 2025


Wailua Māla Lāʻau Workday

2nd Sunday of Each Month

Wailua Homesteads Park

9:00–11:00 AM

  • Mother’s Day, no workday

  • June 8, 2025

  • July 13, 2025

  • August 10, 2025

  • September 14, 2025

  • October 12, 2025

  • November 9, 2025

  • December 14, 2025


There are no workdays on holidays.

And workdays are always weather-dependent.

All volunteers must complete a waiver before participating (just once unless updated).

Save time—fill it out online before you arrive. In-person waivers are available, but online is preferred.

Looking forward to seeing you in the Māla!

What to Expect

Every workday is a little different, but you might help with:

  • Planting and caring for plants

  • Laying down cardboard and mulch

  • Pruning and gathering plant materials

  • Removing invasive species

No experience needed.

We learn by doing, together.

What to Bring

  • Water bottle (refill station available)

  • Snack

  • Sun protection

  • Clothes and shoes that can get dirty

  • Optional: Gloves and any favorite tools (we provide tools too)

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