Kauaʻi Voices | An Extended Conversation with Tim Leichliter of Kauaʻi Coral Restoration Nursery

Tim Leichliter, president and director of operations for Ho‘omalu Ke Kai, shares the story behind Kaua‘i’s first coral restoration nursery—a multi-year effort rooted at Nō‘milu Fishpond (Lū‘aupele) and built through community, partnerships, and persistence.Tim explains how their team collects “corals of opportunity” from man-made structures (instead of removing healthy coral from the reef), then uses careful quarantine and microfragmenting methods to help coral grow faster eventually fusing into larger, more mature colonies that can better support reef restoration.You’ll also hear what it really takes behind the scenes: setbacks like facility damage, restarting timelines, and the long-game commitment it takes to do restoration work responsibly. Tim closes with ways the community can get involved—including volunteer workdays and where to learn more.For more info:https://www.hoomalukekai.com/ https://www.kauaicoralrestoration.com/Send us Fan Mail Support the showInstagram • Facebook • Youtube • TikTok