Stewardship at the Summit!
Paul and Jane Field Removing Invasive Kahili Ginger
NPS Photo / Jessica Ferracane
Volunteers Paul and Jane Field lead "Stewardship at the Summit" and you are invited to participate! Come help out the park and the 'aina (land) by cutting invasive Kahili ginger (Heydechium gardnerianum) on park trails. Loppers and gloves are provided. Participants are encouraged to wear long sleeve shirts, long pants and close toed shoes. Work is often in the shade of the forest with sweet sounds of native honey creepers like 'apapane, 'amakihi and 'ōma'o above to serenade as you work. Water, snacks, rain gear and sun protection are recommended. This project is open to the public and no reservations are required. Interested people can stop by Kīlauea Visitor Center to get directions and more information. The hike is around a 1 mile, moderate round trip into Kīlauea caldera down the Halem'auma'u trail, leaving from Kīlauea Visitor Center. The hike involves walking over rough uneven terrain on a dirt and rock path, with up to a 400' elevation change. Contact Adrian Boone for more information at 808-985-6172 or email. Time: Dates: |
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