HAWP’s Resource Library serves as a central hub for materials supporting forested watershed health across Hawaiʻi’s island partnerships. It includes videos, fact sheets, lesson plans, display kits, and image galleries focused on watershed conservation, cultural values, and native ecosystems. The library supports educational outreach and community engagement in water stewardship.
Watch and discuss HAWP videos like “Why Watersheds Matter”, “Malama Our Watersheds”, and “Meet the People Who Mālama Our Watersheds” to spark discussion on cultural and ecological stewardship.
Use lesson plans and kits (e.g., watershed demonstration kits with materials and instructions) for hands-on learning in classrooms or outdoors.
Investigate threats and actions using fact sheets on watershed threats, water footprint education, and resources on invasive species prevention.
Explore cultural connections via the “Forested Watersheds and Cultural Resources” section, featuring Hawaiian proverbs, moʻolelo, and spiritual links between watersheds and forest stewardship.
Empower stewardship through the “Everyday Actions” guide, encouraging students to volunteer, prevent seed spread, conserve water, and support native plant usage.
Watershed science and hydrology
Cultural significance and traditional knowledge
Conservation strategies: invasive species management, fencing, water footprint, and restoration
Community engagement and volunteerism
Resource-based learning: analyzing farmers, partnerships, and agencies
