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Traveling with Trash: Trick-or-Treat Edition
Spooky season is here, along with all the fun fall traditions like haunted houses, carving pumpkins, costume contests, and trick-or-treating. While we are busy enjoying

Explore Storm Water with Fun Science and Engineering Projects
Storm water is rainwater runoff that doesn’t soak into the ground – it flows over streets and sidewalks and eventually makes its way into the nearest stream, canal, or ocean.

Not All Trash is Created Equal
When it comes to protecting Hawaiʻi’s waterways and marine life, understanding what we throw away – and how it affects the environment – is an important first step.

Minimizing Trash During Your Summer Travels
Summer is the season for beach days, park visits, hikes, and getaways – but all that activity can generate a surprising amount of waste.

Understanding Different Types of Waste
Waste comes in many forms, and how we manage each type impacts the health of our environment, on land and in the water. Everything we throw away ends up somewhere.

Bringing New Life to Old Crayons
You can give crayons a second life with a simple, fun craft project that’s perfect for keiki and adults alike! This creative activity not only helps keep waste out of our landfills but also teaches the value of reusing materials in a colorful, hands-on way.

How to Dispose of Large Items
Did you know that a major contributor to landfills is bulk garbage?

National Cleanup Day
September 16 is National Cleanup Day, which originated from the aspirations of a group of avid hikers determined to create a positive impact on their beloved trails.

Sustainable Swaps for Plastic-Free July
Plastic Free July is a global movement that has inspired over 100 million people across 190 countries to be part of the solution to plastic pollution.

Planet vs. Plastics
It’s Earth Month and this year’s theme is Planet vs. Plastics! This theme is all about bringing awareness to plastic’s significant, long-lasting impact on our world.

Clothes and the Environment
People in the U.S. throw out more than 34 billion pounds of clothes every year, making textiles one of the largest contributors to our landfills.

National Beach Day: Investing in the Future of Our Coastlines
National Beach Day (August 30) is a celebration that reminds us of the beauty and importance of our coastlines.

Eco-Friendly Easter Tips
Easter is the perfect egg-scuse to gather with your family and friends for festive fun!