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| See the new DLNR website at outdoor.hawaii.gov. |
EXPLORE OUTDOOR HAWAI'I IS A NEW WEBSITE BY DEPT. LAND & NATURAL RESOURCES designed to allow Hawai‘i residents and visitors to easily find recreational services available across the state. See https://outdoor.hawaii.gov/
The website features actor Jason Momoa's 2022 PSA, saying, "We got to malama 'aina. Take care of the land and this beautiful place we call home. Be mindful of all the invasive species that are choking out the 'aina. Help us keep them out of our beloved valleys and favorite hiking trails. It's all about protecting Hawai'i nei, the place we love and call home."![]()
The new website, released July 31, explains that DLNR’s jurisdiction encompasses nearly 1.3 million acres of state lands, beaches and coastal waters as well as 750 miles of coastline (the fourth longest in the country). It includes state parks, historical sites, natural area reserves and forest reserves, aquatic life, bird and wildlife sanctuaries, public fishing areas, boating, ocean recreation, and coastal programs, game management areas and public hunting areas.
“Explore Outdoor Hawai‘i is a one-stop user-friendly website designed to help residents, visitors, and commercial operators find and apply for permits, licenses and reservations,” said DLNR Chair Dawn Chang. “The site is a great way to virtually explore the unique and varied cultural and natural resources of Hawai‘i, including relevant information about respecting our cultural sites, pono fishing practices, and permits that are required for commercial operations,” Chang added.
“Activity-focused navigation and imagery will work in concert with existing DLNR systems and features direct pathways to the many DLNR managed resources,” explained Lila Loos, DLNR’s information technology chief. “This first step of our ambitious multiyear effort provides the foundation for consolidating and modernizing disparate and aging DLNR digital assets.”
“Activity-focused navigation and imagery will work in concert with existing DLNR systems and features direct pathways to the many DLNR managed resources,” explained Lila Loos, DLNR’s information technology chief. “This first step of our ambitious multiyear effort provides the foundation for consolidating and modernizing disparate and aging DLNR digital assets.”
The consolidated website development was required by the passage of Act 182 by the Hawai‘i State Legislature on July 3, 2023.
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A FULL TIME EDUCATION TECHNICIAN AT HAWAI'I VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK is a job waiting to be filled with the sponsorship of Hawaiʻi Pacific Parks Association.
The person who fills the position will provide assistance to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park’s Education Specialist for the park's education, outreach, and interpretive programs. The Ed Technician will work closely with local and visiting schools, education staff and other park partners will provide
support and staffing assistance for community outreach.
An announcement about the job says, "Join our team and help inspire visitors to connect with and support the wonders of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park." Pay is $15-22 per hour. The position is funded for up to one year but could be extended if funding allows. See a detailed job and benefits description at http://www.hawaiipacificparks.org/.../employment... Send a resume to jobs@hawaiipacificparks.org
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HAWAI'I ISLAND RESIDENTS WANTING A HORSE STALL AT PANA'EWA, close to rodeo grounds, can apply through the county's lottery. Forty-nine horse stalls with attached paddocks are for rent at Pana'ewa Equestrian Center, which also has a 5/8-mile race track, rodeo arena and wash racks. It is the site of the Pana'ewa Stampede Rodeo, one of the favorite rodeos of Kaʻū paniolo.
The person who fills the position will provide assistance to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park’s Education Specialist for the park's education, outreach, and interpretive programs. The Ed Technician will work closely with local and visiting schools, education staff and other park partners will provide
support and staffing assistance for community outreach.
An announcement about the job says, "Join our team and help inspire visitors to connect with and support the wonders of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park." Pay is $15-22 per hour. The position is funded for up to one year but could be extended if funding allows. See a detailed job and benefits description at http://www.hawaiipacificparks.org/.../employment... Send a resume to jobs@hawaiipacificparks.org
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The cost of each stall is $500 a year with one horse per stall and one stall limit per person. A deposit of $100 is required. The lottery is conducted annually through Hawai'i County Department of Parks &
Recreation.
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| There are 49 horses stalls available for rent from the county at Pana'ewa Equestrian Center where the Pana'ewa Stampede Rodeo is held each year. Photo from TicketSpice |
The lottery drawing will be held Wednesday, Sept. 4 at 3 p.m. at Pana'ewa Equestrian Center, Al Cabral Grandstand, 800 Stainback Highway, Hilo, Hawai'i.
Those interested in entering the lottery must submit an application within the 10 business-day period between Aug. 19 - 30 to Department of Parks & Recreation, 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 6, Hilo. Applications, available at Department of Parks & Recreation, must be completed and received no later than 4:30 p.m., Friday, Aug. 30 and will not be accepted on the date of the lottery or prior to the 10-day filing period.
For more detailed information about the lottery and rules related to the Pana'ewa Equestrian Center, visit the Pana'ewa Equestrian Center web page on the Parks & Recreation website.
The Pana'ewa Equestrian Center is accessible to persons with disabilities. To request an Auxiliary Aid or language translation, please call Brittany Iyo at 961-8311 by Friday, Aug. 30.
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TO IMPROVE SYSTEM RELIABILITY, Hawaiian Electric says it will conduct quarterly aerial inspections of its major overhead transmission lines from Monday, Aug. 12, to Thursday, Aug. 15.
The islandwide inspections are scheduled from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. However, exact times and routes will depend on weather conditions. Inspections will be conducted in a Manuiwa Airways helicopter. In some areas, the aircraft may be required to fly low and slow which may cause temporary noise disturbances.
The Hawaiian Electric statement says thanks to the community for patience and understanding. If there are any questions or concerns, call (808) 969-6666.
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Those interested in entering the lottery must submit an application within the 10 business-day period between Aug. 19 - 30 to Department of Parks & Recreation, 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 6, Hilo. Applications, available at Department of Parks & Recreation, must be completed and received no later than 4:30 p.m., Friday, Aug. 30 and will not be accepted on the date of the lottery or prior to the 10-day filing period.
For more detailed information about the lottery and rules related to the Pana'ewa Equestrian Center, visit the Pana'ewa Equestrian Center web page on the Parks & Recreation website.
The Pana'ewa Equestrian Center is accessible to persons with disabilities. To request an Auxiliary Aid or language translation, please call Brittany Iyo at 961-8311 by Friday, Aug. 30.
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| It's Hurricane Season Neither Carlotta, Daniel, Emilia nor Fabio are expected to reach Hawai'i though they are coming from the place where most of the tropical storms and hurricanes that reach Hawai'i begin. They are a reminder to be prepared. It's hurricane season in Hawai'i and the Central. Pacific through Nov. 30. NOAA map |
The islandwide inspections are scheduled from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. However, exact times and routes will depend on weather conditions. Inspections will be conducted in a Manuiwa Airways helicopter. In some areas, the aircraft may be required to fly low and slow which may cause temporary noise disturbances.
The Hawaiian Electric statement says thanks to the community for patience and understanding. If there are any questions or concerns, call (808) 969-6666.
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| The Reunion features the screening of a PBS film Ka'u Sugar, A Town Remembers on the history of the sugar plantation and the closing of the mill in 1996. It will also feature a film on history of the local coffee industry. |
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