After Dark in the Park
Special Speaker Presentations

Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m.
Kīlauea Visitor Center Auditorium

Park entrance fees apply
Your $2.00 donation supports park educational programs

February 14, 2012 - "Nā Waʻa: The Canoe"

Nā Waʻa is an epic, multi-generational presentation on Hawaiian canoes, their various methods of construction, and the formative influence of the waʻa (canoe) on Hawaiʻi's past, present, and future. Join Capt. Kiko Johnston-Kitazawa as he takes us on a voyage of Hawaiian canoes, from the first arrivals, to working fishing vessels, giant war canoes and the sleek modern racing craft of today.

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February 28, 2012 - "Don't Look Back: An Anthology of Modern Moʻolelo"

Join us to celebrate the release of Don't Look Back: Hawaiian Myths Made New, an anthology of modern moʻolelo. The perpetuation of Hawaiian culture is alive and well in this beautiful new collection of 17 favorite moʻolelo (tales), edited by Hawaiʻi author Christine Thomas. The tales are retold with a modern twist by some of Hawaiʻi's most notable writers, including Ian MacMillan, Maxine Hong Kingston, Kuʻualoha Hoʻomanawanui, W.S. Merwin, and others, including Waimea novelist Darien Gee (aka Mia King) - who will join Thomas for this special reading and book signing.

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March 13, 2012 - "Kā laʻau: Cliff Top Fishing for Hawaiʻi's Prized Ulua"

The ulua fish is legendary in Hawaiian culture. The largest ulua caught in recent times weighed an astounding 191 pounds. While modern ulua fishing equipment and tournaments pull countless fish from the sea each year, some Hawaiians are revisiting the traditions of their ancestors for more sustainable fishing practices. Join Aku Hauanio, traditional Hawaiian ka laʻau fisherman for a fascinating evening on the wisdom and practice of early cliff top fishing known as hang-baiting.

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March 27, 2012 - "Loulu: Hawaiʻi's Ancient Native Plants"

In ancient times, palm forests covered large areas of the Hawaiian Islands. On the coastal plains and the dry leeward slopes, native fan palms once dominated the landscape. In the rain forests, massive palms emerged high above the surrounding canopy, rivaling mighty koa for the title of Hawaiʻi's tallest native tree. Unfortunately, these unique Hawaiian palms are virtually unknown to most island residents today. Join Park Ranger John Stallman on a journey of discovery as he discusses the natural history and conservation of Hawaiʻi's incredible suite of native palms, Loulu. Learn how to appreciate what it really means to be "native" as we examine the heritage of Hawaiʻi's ancient palms.

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