The resources of Haleakala National Park stretch over 30,183 acres of land and range from endemic insect species to unique cultural landscapes. The park lands are home to many native species of plants and animals and for many of these species, the park is their only home. The Resources Management staff works to directly influence the survival of these unique species, ecosystems and cultural resources. The staff works in groups based on their field of expertise: Endangered Species Management, Feral Animal Management, Vegetation Management, or Cultural Resource Management, with support teams of Administration and Data Technology/GIS. These employees and volunteers work together to use tools, technology and experience to maximize their impact to protect the native environments and cultural resources of Haleakala National Park.

Alien plant and animals species and human impacts, are among the issues faced by the park's resource management staff. Check out the Hawaii Ecosystems At Risk website for information on the serious threats of alien species to park resources.

Natural resource management issues cannot be tackled in isolation. The park looks beyond individual problems, and takes account of the links within and between natural systems. Resource Managers work closely with other landowners, especially within the East Maui Watershed Partnership. Landowners aren't the only ones who have influence in the fight to protect Hawaii's resources - everyone plays a part in managing the resources around them, whether they know it or not. Want to have a positive effect? Check out the part can YOU play in the battle against alien species.

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