Upcoming Events

Join Hawai‘i Nature Center on Saturday, February 22 in removing invasive species including pickleweed, cattail, and mangrove. Establish habitats for endangered waterbirds in a coastal marsh that has a remnant fishpond and is the largest remaining wetland habitat in Pearl Harbor. Must be 18 or older. Bring work gloves, hat, sunscreen, clothes that can get wet and dirty, change of clothes, towel, and covered shoes such as rubber boots. No restrooms or fresh water available. Contact (808) 955-0100 x118 to join.

Everything with six legs is fair game on this race to chase the most prolific class of land animals - the insects! Search for grasshoppers, beetles, and dragonflies on this exploration of insect habitats high and low! Time: 9:30 am-11:30 am Age: 3-5 years old. Reservations required. Fee: $10/person (non-members) or $5/person (members). Call 808-955-0100 x118 to register. 

On Saturday, March 7, individuals, businesses and civic groups are needed to spruce up Hawai‘i Nature Center's Maui campus that includes site beautification, landscaping, and light construction projects. 875 ‘Īao Valley Road in Wailuku. RSVP is required. Please contact Kapua by clicking here.

Enjoy the beauty of the Wai‘anae Mountains and learn about many unique and rare species of plants. We may even glimpse an endangered Hawaiian tree snail in its leeward moist forest habitat. Moderate, 5 miles. Time: 8:30 am-2:30 pm Age: Adult and hardy hikers 7 years and up. Reservations required. Fee: $10/person (non-members) or $5/person (members). Call 808-955-0100 x118 to register. 

Join Hawai‘i Nature Center on Saturday, March 28 in removing invasive species including pickleweed, cattail, and mangrove. Establish habitats for endangered waterbirds in a coastal marsh that has a remnant fishpond and is the largest remaining wetland habitat in Pearl Harbor. Must be 18 or older. Bring work gloves, hat, sunscreen, clothes that can get wet and dirty, change of clothes, towel, and covered shoes such as rubber boots. No restrooms or fresh water available. Contact (808) 955-0100 x118 to join.

A member of the lily family, ti was one of the many plants brought by early Polynesians who voyaged to the Hawaiian Islands. Learn how to make lei, cordage and other crafts from this wonderfully useful plant! Time: 9:30 am-11:30 am Age: 3-5 years old. Reservations required. Fee: $10/person (non-members) or $5/person (members). Call 808-955-0100 x118 to register. 

Sharpen your botanical knowledge with this noted author and geographer. This trail features spectacular island views and a variety of native plants, many of which are featured in Dr. Merlin's book, Hawaiian Forest Plants, available for purchase prior to the hike. Moderate, 3 mile hike. Time: 8:30 am-2:00 pm Age: Adult.   Reservations required. Fee: $10/person (non-members) or $5/person (members). Call 808-955-0100 x118 to register. 

On Saturday, April 4, individuals, businesses and civic groups are needed to spruce up Hawai‘i Nature Center's Maui campus that includes site beautification, landscaping, and light construction projects. 875 ‘Īao Valley Road in Wailuku. RSVP is required. Please contact Kapua by clicking here.