THE BIODIVERSITY COLLECTIVE


Date and time is TBD
|Koke'e Civilian Conservation Corps Camp
Kaua'i Fungal Biodiversity Survey 2025
Join us near Koke'e State Park, centrally located between Kalalau Vista and Waimea Canyon, and embark on an unforgettable experience into the fascinating world of fungi.
Time & Location
Date and time is TBD
Koke'e Civilian Conservation Corps Camp, 3600 Kokee Rd, Waimea, HI 96796, USA
About the event
This four day event will have multiple workshops and demonstrations lead by expert mycologists and botanists. You will learn the foundations for scientific identification of fungi including and introduction to DNA sequencing, microscopy, and macro photography.
No matter your experience level, our educational program is designed to give you the knowledge and skills you need to identify and document plant and fungal biodiversity. You will leave with a deeper understanding of the natural world, and the tools to contribute to community science.
We will be announcing the November 2025 dates soon. RSVP for the early bird ticket announcement!
Meet the Team
Biodiversity Survey Objectives
Our main goal for this event is to observe, document, and preserve the diverse fungi of the island. By creating high-quality records and collections, we aim to contribute valuable resources to local research and education. Our hope is that this event serves as a platform to showcase the processes of conservation-informed naturalism and offers insights into field and lab scientific practices.
Hawaii boasts one of the highest levels of plant endemism, with 90% of its 1,367 native vascular plant taxa found nowhere else. Unfortunately, many of these plants are threatened with extinction, with a significant percentage already extinct. Moreover, the fungal biodiversity of Kauai remains relatively understudied, highlighting the importance of our ongoing research efforts. By attending this event, your ticket purchase directly funds our endeavors to observe, document, and preserve the diverse fungi of Kauai, contributing to our understanding of this remarkable island's biodiversity.
Don't miss this opportunity to be part of an unforgettable event that combines education, exploration, and conservation. Together, let's make a meaningful impact in protecting and celebrating the natural wonders of Kaua’i.