The Koke'e Resource Conservation Program does primarily alien species control work in the forests throughout the Parks. This involves strenuous hiking and the use of herbicides. The program provides a framework for volunteers to be involved in preserving the spectacular natural resources of the area, and is supported by GIRC&D, Inc and Kaua`i State Parks with funding from the U.S. Fish Wildlife Service, the Hawaii Community Foundation, Natural Resources Conservation Service, National Fish & Wildlife Foundation, The Nature Conservancy, The Kaua`i Watershed Alliance, Cooke Foundation and the U.S. Forest Service.

Rustic housing at the historic Koke`e CCC Camp is available. Volunteers must have their own health insurance to stay here, the camp does not cover any accidents or illnesses. Volunteers are required to do light cleaning and maintenance of the camp. There's a large bunkhouse with bunk beds, hot showers, and a fully equipped communal kitchen. KRCP provides transport to and from the airport, and we can help volunteers get to the grocery store, post office etc., but the camp is isolated, 15 miles from coast so you would have to find your own transportation to town on your days off if you wish to see the beaches and the rest of the island. We do have an extensive network of trails in the park and we would be able to help you get to trailhead if you want to go backpacking in Koke`e on your days off.

There is a public bus that goes around the island but they do not allow luggage over a certain size. Please see “ALL ABOUT KAUA`I” below for bus restrictions.

The camp is very nice facility set in the forests of Koke`e. But it can sometimes get very lonely here and you must have some emotional self-sufficiency to enjoy it. Staff does not live at the camp and sometimes there are no other volunteers staying here. We do not have an evening program for the camp and you must be able to entertain yourself in the evening.

Volunteers work 4 days each week and have 3 days off. In exchange for your work you are given 7 nights of accommodation in our bunk house.

ALL ABOUT KAUA`I This link will provide you with all the questions you will have such as airport and car rental company contact numbers, bus schedules, activities, and more.

All volunteers are required to read and sign the State of Hawaii, Department of Land and Natural Resource waiver form. We are required to turn this form in. You may bring this with you on the day of your service project. Parents/guardians are required to sign for minors.
Click here for a PDF version of the form

If you are interested in applying please contact:

Katie Cassel
Koke`e Resource Conservation Program
P.O. Box 1108
Waimea, HI 96796
phone: (808) 335-0045
e-mail: Katie