Ten tips on what you can do to protect the reef everyday. 

• Embrace island living - Learn about and follow traditional Hawaiian practices.
• Look but don’t touch - Respect Hawaii’ s marine life.
• Don’t feed the fish – Allow them to fulfill their natural role as grazers.
• If you must stand, stand on sand - Corals are alive.
• Boat responsibly - Use moorings or anchor in sand only.
• Use a trash can, not the sand - Keep our oceans and beaches litter free.
• Keep your gear clean - Avoid transporting marine pests.
• Use eco-friendly products - Remember, all drains lead to the ocean.
• Harvest only what you need for today - Ensure fish and limu for your ohana’s future.
• Learn Hawaii’s rules and regulations - Report violations to DLNR (643-DLNR). Visit www.hawaii.gov/dlnr for more information.

Visit the website www.hawaiireef.org to find out about more ways you can help to protect our reefs.