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July 28-30, 2009  •  Hawai‘i Convention Center  •  Honolulu, HI  •  See map
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TOURS

FRIDAY, JULY 31
SOLD OUT
Coconut Island-Hawai‘i Institute of Marine Biology (HIMB)

Date: Friday, July 31

Time: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

Limit: 40 people

Cost: $7/person for boat ride and donation to HIMB

Directions: Meet at He'eia Boat Harbor parking lot
46-499 Kamehameha Hwy
(CARPOOLING MAY BE AVAILABLE)
Trip Description: Did you know that the remote Northwestern Hawaiian Islands and a tiny island in Kane'ohe Bay have a special connection? This field trip will introduce you to the rich history of Moku O Lo'e, more widely known as Coconut Island, and the world-renown Hawaii Institute of Marine Biology (HIMB). We will explore some of the research that is currently being conducted here in Kāne'ohe Bay and in the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands. A boat ride will also be enjoyed, revealing some of the history of the Kāne'ohe Bay area. There will be a fair amount of walking so participants must be comfortable walking for more than 30 minutes on uneven terrain and riding on a boat.
What to Bring: sunscreen, camera, hat, water, comfortable walking shoes, rain gear, field trip fee.
 

 

 

SOLD OUT
An Evening Tour of the Waikiki Aquarium

Date: Friday, July 31

Time: 6:00 to 8:30 pm

Limit: 80
Cost: $10/person for admission and light pupus
Directions: Meet at Waikiki Aquarium, 2777 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI
(CARPOOLILNG MAY BE AVAILABLE)
Tour Description: The Waikiki Aquarium has a long and venerable history in Oahu since its opening on March 19, 1904. It is the third oldest aquarium in the United States showcasing more than 500 marine species, and maintains more than 3,000 marine specimens. Interactive exhibits celebrate the unique aquatic life of Hawai‘i and the tropical Pacific. The Aquarium is also home to two endangered Hawaiian Monk Seals. Please join us for an evening of behind-the-scenes tours lead by Aquarium biologists.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 1

STILL OPEN
Lyon Arboretum

Date: Saturday August 1

Time: 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Limit: 30 people

Cost: $5/person

Directions: 3860 Manoa Rd (By Maona Trail) Arboretum Parking Lot
Trip Description: Lyon Arboretum was established in 1918 by the Hawaiian Sugar Planters Association to demonstrate the value of watershed restoration, test tree species for reforestation, and collect plants of economic value. In 1953, it became part or the University of Hawaii system. Today, Lyon Arboretum continues to develop its extensive tropical plant collection with an emphasis on native Hawaiian species. Join us for an eye-opening tour of the Lyon Arboretum.
 
REGISTRATION
Closed. Questions: Contact Carlie Wiener at cwiener@hawaii.edu or (808) 236-7496.
 
PAYMENT
BY CHECK: Make the check payable to "Hawai‘i Conservation Alliance Foundation" and write the tour name in the memo field (Coconut Island, Waikiki Aquarium or Lyon Arboretum).
Mail check to:
Hawai‘i Conservation Alliance Foundation
1151 Punchbowl Street, Room 224
Honolulu, HI 96813



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