On June 28th, we hosted another successful ocean cleanup on Oahu at Point Panic, our adopted dive site. It was a perfect day for it—clear skies, calm seas, and a team of dedicated volunteers ready to make a difference for Hawaii’s marine life.
By the end of the scuba dive cleanup, our crew had removed an incredible 204 pounds of marine debris from the ocean. Alongside the usual fishing line, weights, and plastic waste, we found some unusual items: a traffic cone, a stuffed animal, a dustpan, an unopened bottle of wine, and even a set of false eyelashes. You never know what you’ll find under the waves!
This event was also a bittersweet one as we said “a hui hou” to our longtime volunteer, Jafr. For the past few years, he’s been a constant presence at our volunteer ocean cleanups on Oahu—always showing up with a smile and ready to help. He’ll be greatly missed, and we wish him the very best as he heads back to the mainland.
Mahalo to everyone who joined for another successful Point Panic cleanup. Whether you were underwater collecting debris or on shore helping haul heavy bags, your efforts directly protect Hawaii’s waters.
If you’d like to make a difference beyond cleanups, check out our eco-friendly dive apparel and gear—every purchase helps fund our conservation efforts. And if you’re ready to get your fins wet or help from shore, join us for our next ocean cleanup on Oahu and help us in keeping our ocean clean, healthy, and thriving.
