> HWF Think Island campaign
Hawai'i Wildlife Fund increases public awareness about Hawai'i's unique reef ecosystems through outreach education efforts in the field, as well as in the classroom through films, handouts and lectures. HWF advocates the theme "Think Island":

• When fishing/gathering - take only what you need, observe all laws and pono [correct] fishing practices
• when snorkeling for recreation - do not feed fish and show respect for sea turtles and other marine life
• take only pictures, leave only bubbles
• Be akamai [smart] around the ocean and streams, watch the environment carefully so as not to disturb it and to protect your own safety

> HWF naturalist training
HWF conducts whale naturalist training classes each season as part of an education program at Maui Community College, and through Hawai‘i Community College on the Big Island. Through our naturalist education program, HWF teaches thousands of residents and visitors each year about whales, dolphins, turtles, seals, and the coral reef. We educate the public about threats to the marine environment and teach responsible boating and reef behavior.

> Slideshow presentations
HWF naturalists and program leaders are available to give informational slide shows at public functions, resorts, meetings and other events. Contact us for more information or visit Inner Ocean Hawai'i.

> Diving & Snorkeling Guidelines
To help snorkelers, divers and boat operators care for the marine environment, Hawai’i Wildlife Fund developed guidelines for environmentally friendly ways to enjoy viewing the coral reef and its inhabitants. The guidelines have been adopted by many of Maui’s dive and snorkel companies.
   MORE > GUIDELINES

> In-flight Educational Video
In 1999, HWF's educational video HAWAII'S REEFS: OCEANIC OASIS premiered on United Airlines’ mainland to Hawaii flights.

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