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Hawaii Land Trust will honor aquatic biologist Skippy Hau as its 2027 Champion of the Land during the 25th annual Buy Back the Beach benefit luau from 5 to 9 p.m. Jan. 23 at Old Lahaina Luau.
Hau, who retired in 2021 after 36 years with the state Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Aquatic Resources, has spent more than four decades researching native stream species, sea turtles, coral reefs and other aquatic ecosystems.
His research helped establish instream flow standards for Na Wai Eha in Central Maui. He continues to volunteer with schools and community organizations, mentoring educators and teaching youth about native aquatic ecosystems.
The annual fundraiser supports Hawaii Land Trust’s conservation and stewardship programs. The event will feature local food, cocktails, entertainment and an auction. Tables, tickets and sponsorships are available at hilt.org/events/buy-back-the-beach-2027. Attendees must be 21 or older.