Frequently Asked Questions

On O‘ahu

Can the public visit Hawai‘i Nature Center?

Hawai‘i Nature Center is only open for our regularly scheduled school and community programs. HNC is not open to the general public at this time.

Can I schedule a custom program at Hawai‘i Nature Center?

Absolutely. Contact us at (808) 955-0100 x123 or email us so that we can discuss this opportunity with you.

My child is attending Nature Adventure Camp. What should they bring each day?

In addition to a positive attitude, campers must bring these items here.

How is the Hawai‘i Nature Center funded?

Hawai‘i Nature Center is a local and independent non-profit organization that relies on the support of the community through donations and grants. Support us by becoming a member.

Where can I get a trail map and more information about hikes in the area?

The trails and forest are not part of the nonprofit Hawaiʻi Nature Center, which operates programs for schools and students. It is closed to the general public. Nearby trails are public lands maintained, managed and owned by government: State of Hawai‘i Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR), Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW) office. Trail maps are at www.hawaiitrails.org.

On Maui

Where is Hawaiʻi Nature Center located on Maui?

Following significant flooding damage and Covid shutdowns, Hawai’i Nature Center decided to sell it’s ‘Iao property in 2022 to embrace a “mobile” program model. HNC will be conducting its School and Nature Adventure Camp programs at various locations (such as Keālia Pond National Wildlife Refuge) across the island in order to make programs more accessible to schools and families.

Is Hawaiʻi Nature Center looking for new locations and partners to help relaunch programs?

Yes. The success and timeline of our program relaunch depends on finding new locations to conduct our outdoor science programs. We are grateful for our existing partners and land access and are also seeking additional opportunities.

Is Hawaiʻi Nature Center looking for outdoor education volunteers on Maui?

Yes. If you have a passion of helping keiki learn outdoors in a hands-on environment we would love to hear from you. Finding docents to help with our outdoor programs will allow us to relaunch these programs sooner rather than later. Contact Rachael to learn more: email or (808) 446-4672.

Is Hawaiʻi Nature Center doing School Programs and Nature Adventure Camps on Maui again?

We are working to rebuild both of these programs with the goal of relaunching in 2025. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or to be put on our waiting list: email or (808) 446-4672.

My child is attending Nature Adventure Camp. What should they bring each day?

In addition to a positive attitude, campers must bring these items.

How is Hawai‘i Nature Center funded?

Hawai‘i Nature Center is a local and independent non-profit organization that relies on the support of the community from donations and grants. Support us by becoming a member.