In partnership with ReTree Hawaii, Keālia Pond National Wildlife Refuge will host a ‘green fire break’ demonstration from 8:30 to 11 a.m. Dec. 7.

Community members are invited to plant native groundcover and shrubs within a fire break area and learn how native plants can help prevent and combat future wildfires.

“Native plant communities can suppress invasive grasses and retain moisture in the soil,” said Sonny Gamponia, a ReTree Hawaii Board Member and volunteer working on the project.

The event aims to showcase the benefits of ‘green breaks’ compared to traditional fire breaks and to inspire attendees to incorporate native plants around their homes for fire resilience.

People can sign up at bit.ly/4f7ac37t or visit the ReTree Hawaii website and navigate to the ‘See List of All Events’ page. Drop-ins are welcome.