Genki Ball Making & Tossing

Genki Ball Making & Tossing.  Be a Part of Cleaning the Ala Wai!

Join us for a meaningful, fun-filled morning of community action as we make and toss Genki Balls to help restore the Ala Wai Canal! This is an excellent opportunity to learn, get your hands dirty (in a good way!), and be part of a movement to improve our local environment.

What You’ll Do:

• 8:15 AM – Event Setup
  
  

  • Help unload supplies
    
    

  • Set up tents, tables, and prepare the site for Genki Ball making.
    
    

• 9:00 AM – Program Begins
  
  

  • Welcome & educational talk: Learn about the Genki Ala Wai Project and the day’s activities
    
    

  • Hands-on Genki Ball making at the tables
    
    

  • Load the finished Genki Balls into the vehicle.
    
    

  • Walk to the canal and toss the Genki Balls into the water.
    
    

• 10:45 AM – Clean-Up
  
  

  • Break down tents and tables.
    
    

  • Pack up supplies and restore the lawn area.
    
    

Why Join?
This activity brings the community together to take positive environmental action using EM (Effective Microorganisms) technology. It’s suitable for all ages, educational, and rewarding. Every ball you make and toss brings us one step closer to a cleaner, healthier Ala Wai Canal.

What to Bring:
Closed-toe shoes, sun protection (hat/sunscreen), reusable water bottle, and your aloha spirit!

Parking

• Park along the Lokahi Canoe Club area or in a parking space next to Kapahulu Library.

• Please avoid parking in the library lot (their request).

Other Notes

• Restrooms: Available at Kapahulu Library starting at 9:00 AM.

• Valuables: Please avoid bringing them — no secure storage is available. Keep essentials (ID, money) in a pocket or fanny pack.

Free Waiākea Water: Our generous sponsor Waiākea Water provides free water for all participants — mahalo, Waiākea!