Hawaii Nature Center – Connecting children & families to nature

Home School

Science Programs

O‘ahu Maui

during school breaks

Nature Adventure Camps

On O‘ahu

Rooted in Makiki Valley, our center inspires thousands of children with a vibrant collection of programs.

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On Maui

Nestled in ‘Īao Valley, our canopy of programs includes nature experiences and school outreach.

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Science Series

Created for homeschool students, ages 6 to 11, to explore a broad range of topics led by environmental educators.

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Nature Camps

Nature Adventure Camps are on Maui and O‘ahu during school breaks.

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Homeschool Science Series

O‘ahu enrollment is open for 14-week nature science series that’s teacher led, hands on and outdoors. Weekly on Wednesdays.

Nature Camps

Themed camps celebrate natural history, environmental science, and sustainability. Our outdoor classroom activities include hikes, fishing, bug hunts, nature games, and crafts.

Birthday Parties

We know how to throw a party with hands-on outdoor exploration in Makiki Valley. Check out what we offer.

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People for Nature

After months of staying-at-home (due to the pandemic), NAC rekindled my son’s love of the outdoors and desire to care for the environment.

Dana Gusman
“Our kids learn a lot in school, but it’s also good for them to come here and spend time with us too. And especially during these COVID times, it’s hard to find activities that are COVID-friendly and family-friendly.”

Brian Li
My kids had so much fun they didn’t want to come home.

John Kawamoto, Nuuanu
A day with Hawai‘i Nature Center is like a spa day on steroids. It’s so reinvigorating.

Julie Motts, Hawaii Kai
Hawai`i Nature Center meets DOE Science Standards. The kids love it too! It’s the best field trip of the year.

Jane McAfee, Teacher
As a junior leader volunteer, I get to teach and inspire. My club loves to do service projects here too!

Kayla Simmons, Volunteer