A Healthy Forest = Fresh Water
A healthy forest is the key to a healthy water supply. Rain and condensation drip from plants and trees onto mosses and soils that act as sponges that hold and recharge our water reserves. Hawaiian native forests have evolved over millions of years to become the best quality watershed areas. However, Hawaii’s forests are in need of protection, and the forests of East Maui’s watershed are no exception. Invasive species that choke out native plants, and feral animals that cause erosion of the fragile forest floor can cause serious damage to the native forest. When the forest is damaged, it loses its capacity to be an effective watershed.
We in Maui are dependent on the fresh water provided by our forests. By supporting efforts to protect our watersheds, you can help to ensure that we will have a supply of fresh drinking water for now and into the future. For more information, contact the Dept. of Land and Natural Resources
Visit each of these pages for specific information on your East Maui Watershed
How does it work? – From rain to running water the whole process
Threats – Not everything loves the watershed like us
Faq - Quick facts and numbers
Management – The work we do to protect the watershed
Hawaiian Culture – The deeper meaning behind a magical place
