HVNP announces September programs ADVERTISING HVNP announces September programs Hawaii Volcanoes National Park recently announced its Hawaiian culture and After Dark in the Park programs with the public for the month of September. In addition, the community is invited to
HVNP announces September programs
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park recently announced its Hawaiian culture and After Dark in the Park programs with the public for the month of September. In addition, the community is invited to lend a hand in the Stewardship at the Summit volunteer program.
The programs are free, but entrance fees apply.
Stewardship
at the summit
Volunteers are needed to help remove invasive, non-native plants that prevent native plants from growing in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on Sept. 2, 9, 15, 22 and 30. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and long pants. Bring a hat, raingear, day pack, snacks and water. Gloves and tools are provided. No advance registration is required for groups under six, and there is no cost to participate, but park entrance fees apply. Meet project leaders at Kilauea Visitor Center at 8:45 a.m. on any of the above dates.
Ke kapili manu kahiko (traditional Hawaiian bird catching)
How did ancestral Hawaiians interact with native birds? Much has been forgotten about traditional Hawaiian relationships with the aina. Park Ranger Noah Gomes has researched traditional Hawaiian bird catching from a variety of sources. He will share some of what he has learned through years of research in pursuit of his master’s degree in Hawaiian language and literature from the University of Hawaii at Hilo at 7 p.m. on Sept. 12 at Kilauea Visitor Center Auditorium.
Lei making
Create your own lei with skilled lei maker Noeau Kalima from 10 a.m.-noon on Sept. 13 on the Kilauea Visitor Center lanai. Traditional lei are crafted with a variety of natural materials, including leaves and flowers. The beautiful and versatile Hawaiian lei is used for adornments, blessings, rituals, gifts, and as an expression of love and celebration.
Haley Ke Olu Makani
O Maunaloa performs
Listen to the sweet sounds and watch the graceful dancing of Halau Ke Oli Makani o Maunalo at 6:30 p.m. on Sept. 20 at Kilauea Visitor Center Auditoroum. Led by Kumu Hula Meleana Manuel, the halau strives to perpetuate the native Hawaiian culture through mele (song) and hula. F
HI-SEAS Mission V: What It’s Like to Live on Mars
HI-SEAS (Hawaii Space Exploration Analog and Simulation) is a habitat for a crew of six on an isolated Mars-like site high on the slopes of Mauna Loa volcano. The NASA-funded project aims to help determine the individual and team requirements for long-duration space exploration missions, including interplanetary travel to Mars. Join Mission V crew member Brian Ramos as he describes what it’s like living and working in the habitat for eight months at 7 p.m. on Sept. 26 At Kilauea Visitor Center Auditorium
Kui kalo
Make poi, the staple food of the Hawaiian diet from 10 a.m.-noon on Sept. 27 on the Kilauea Visitor Center lanai. The root of the kalo plant is cooked and pounded (kui) to create this classic Hawaiian dish. Park rangers will share their knowledge of kalo at this authentic cultural experience.
Fee-free, National Public Lands Day is Sept. 30
National Public Lands Day is the nation’s largest, single-day volunteer effort for public lands. Join us at Hawaii Volcanoes, and help ensure the future of the Hawaiian rainforest. Volunteers will help remove invasive, non-native plants that prevent native plants from growing. Meet at Kilauea Visitor Center at 8:45 a.m. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and long pants. Bring a hat, raingear, day pack, snacks and water. Gloves and tools are provided. No advance registration is required. Park entrance is free, and NPLD volunteers will receive a pass to return and enjoy the park fee-free on another day of their choosing.
