Career Spotlights

Chonsa Schmidt

DLNR Dept. of Forestry & Wildlife (DOFAW)
Kupu Conservation Leader
Ever wonder what it’s like working for the Department of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW)? Hear what Chonsa has to say about her day-to-day and some of the unique experiences she has propagating rare endemic plant species, protecting Hawaiʻi’s native birds, and working at Kaʻena Point and Mount Kaʻala.