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2009/6/6 Heavenly Hawaii!
Heavenly HawaiiOahu: Makapuu Beach Park on Oahu is an idyllic beach setting. URL: http://guides.travel.msn.com/Guides/MSNTravelSlideShow.aspx?destinationid=13656&cp-documentid=412449 "...Hawaii hotels are offering unprecedented discounts, freebies and other incentives..." Quote MSN Travel Articles 2007/6/4 Celebrating a Great Day!
Celebrating a Great Day King Kamehameha Day is June 11 Kamehameha the Great united the islands and became the foremost man in Hawaii, the man on whom the fate of his nation rested... A frequently cited example of Kamehameha's change of character involves Mamalahoe Kanawai, the Law of the Splintered Paddle. Kamehameha decreed the law after bothered for years about an incident in which he unnecessarily attacked unarmed civilians of his enemy that were fishing on the rocks off the coast south of Hilo. Kamehameha caught his foot in a rock crevice during the attack and a fleeing fisherman smashed a paddle over his head before rescuers could arrive, Kane said. Quote 2007/4/10 Haleakala National Park, Maui, Hawaii
Aloha! From the cold barren heights of a 10,000 ft (3055 m) volcanic peak to the warm Pacific water… Haleakala welcomes you.
2007/3/7 Here Today, Gone To Maui!!! Haleakala, Maui Click Here To View Our Itinerary For Our Maui Getaway, February 21-24, 2007! More Images Here: We Had a *WONDERFUL* Time!!!
2007/1/20 Superferry test-launched at mainland shipbuilder - Talking about starbulletin.com - News 2007 01 20
Superferry test-launched at mainland shipbuilderThe company plans a July 1 start despite lingering opposition...http://www.hawaiisuperferry.com/
Superferry Out of Dry Dock - Talking about KGMB9 - Hawaii's Severe Weather Station | KGMB9 Top Stories
Posted: January 19,2007 04:48 PM Jim Mendoza - jmendoza@kgmb9.com
Hawaii Superferry's ticket to interisland travel is still 4,000 miles away in Mobile, Alabama. But it's closer to setting sail for home port...
2006/11/15 Tiger Sharks Feast On Humpback Whale Off The Kona Coast, Hawaii - Talking about starbulletin.com - News - 2006-11-15 COURTESY OF KOSTA STAMOULIS / NOAA
Several Big Isle beaches were closed Monday as 25 tiger sharks attacked a humpback whale. Sharks feeding on an injured animal "is part of the natural processes of the ocean," said an official with the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary. (Taken under NOAA/NMFS permit.) CLICK FOR LARGE Tiger sharks maul injured whaleFeeding frenzy attracts risky response by witnessesBy Diana Leone
dleone@starbulletin.com At least 25 tiger sharks ate a young humpback whale alive Monday off the Big Island's Kailua-Kona Coast, an eyewitness reported yesterday. But wildlife managers say they are more worried about the behavior of some people -- who leaped into the ocean from boats while the feeding frenzy was happening. Sharks feeding on an injured animal "is part of the natural processes of the ocean," said Justin Viezbicke, a marine conservation coordinator for the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary. The ailing whale was harassed and bitten throughout Monday morning and afternoon by at least 25 tiger sharks, he said.
By the time the whale died off Lyman's Point at about 4 p.m., it had been badly mauled by the sharks, and Hawaii County officials had closed several nearby beaches, Viezbicke said. "There were people that were definitely not obeying the 100-yard rule," Viezbicke said. The sanctuary plans to open an investigation against the violators, said Jeff Walters, sanctuary co-manager. The marine conservation professionals with Viezbicke took photos of the sharks and whale while remaining aboard their vessel and lowering a camera underwater, he said. After the whale died, the DLNR boat was assisted by a commercial boat in towing the whale carcass three miles offshore and tie it to a fishing buoy. Nothing remained of the carcass yesterday.
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The Hawaiian Hawk or 'Io, Buteo solitarius, is an accipiter of the buteo genus native to Hawai'i. For residents of the Mainland, perhaps the most familiar buteo is the Red-tailed hawk. Buteos tend to be easily recognized by their bulky bodies relative to their overall length and wingspan. The 'Io is the only hawk that occurs in Hawai'i, where they are only known to breed on the Kona side of the Big Island. The species is protected as endangered in the United States. However, the IUCN classifies the species as near threatened.
Hawaii Governor Linda Lingle, Independence Day Proclamation!
Proclamation
The tolling of the Liberty Bell at Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, at two o’clock in the afternoon of July 4, 1776, proclaimed the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The adoption of this historic document marked the birth of the United States of America as a free and independent nation.
For 230 years, the United States of America has been a beacon of hope and a symbol of possibilities for people throughout the world. More than a mere collection of states, our country represents freedom and an existence without tyranny and oppression.
As a nation, our people, who are comprised of a multicultural blend of global ethnicities, are the solid foundation from which we build a country based on the rule of law and the pursuit of individual dreams.
The Fourth of July celebration, with its backyard barbecues and firework displays, honors those founding fathers along with brave men and women of the armed services whose unyielding courage and sacrifice have made this country strong.
THEREFORE, I, LINDA LINGLE
, Governor of the State of Hawai`i, and I, JAMES R. "DUKE" AIONA JR., Lieutenant Governor, do hereby proclaim July 4, 2006,INDEPENDENCE DAY
in the Aloha State, and support this celebration of our nation’s birthday.
Done
at the State Capitol, in the Executive Chambers, Honolulu, State of Hawai`i, this twenty-seventh day of June 2006._________________________ ______________________________
Linda Lingle James R. "Duke" Aiona, Jr.
Governor, State of Hawai`i Lieutenant Governor, State of Hawai`i
Ohia!
Plants of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Scientific Name Metrosideros polymorpha Gaud.
Family Myrtaceae (Myrtle family)
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Other Names Hawaiian: `ohi`a, `ohi`a lehua, lehua (there are a number of variations on the Hawaiian names)
Status Endemic
Distribution & Habitat Near sea level up to 2,200 m.
Found on all the main islands except Ni`ihau and Kaho`olawe.
Locations in this Guide Devil's Throat, Puimau Hot Spot, Mid-Elevation Woodland, Thurston Lava Tube, Park Headquarters, Observatory, South-West Rift Zone, Kipuka Puaulu, Ola`a Forest, Mauna Loa Strip Road, Top of the Strip Road, Sulphur Bank
General Appearance This is an extremely variable species, with mature plants ranging from a few centimeters tall to tall forest trees.
The photo on the right shows several trees in the open area in front of Kipuka Puaulu.
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Dolphin Days!!!
E V E N T S
12th Anniversary
DATES
: June 22-25, 2006WHERE
: Hilton Waikoloa VillageTO BENEFIT:
Hawaii Shriners Hospital for Children and the Pacific Marine Life Foundation.The Dolphin Days Summer Fest has raised over $450,000 for these two charities.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Thursday, June 22
“The Next Wave of Thirty Three Chefs of Dolphin Days”
Waters Edge Ballroom, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Mahalo reception with specialty tastings, tropical martinis, and silent auction to benefit Dolphin Days
charities.
Cost: $85 per person
Reservations required. Call the hotel direct at 808-886-1234 and ask for restaurant reservations or dial
extension 54.
Friday, June 23
Radio Remote Broadcast
Water’s Edge Ballroom, 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Complimentary.
Big Island radio personalities, golf professionals, Dolphin Quest representatives, jazz entertainers and
representatives from Shriners Hospital for Children broadcasting live.
Dolphin Program
Dolphin Quest Learning Lagoon, 5:00 p.m.
Special 40 minute program. Complimentary.
Dolphin Quest trainers dance, sing and play with the resident Atlantic bottlenose dolphins. Hawaii
Shriners Hospital children participate in dolphin encounters.
Hot Rocks Luau at Volcano Bar
Palace Lawn, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Cost: $85 includes buffet dinner, two drinks and entertainment
($42 for children ages 5-12)
Silent auction to benefit Dolphin Days charities.
Reservations required. Call the hotel direct at 808-886-1234 and ask for restaurant reservations or dial
extension 54.
Saturday, June 24
Dolphin Days Golf Tournament
Waikoloa Golf, Kings’ Golf Course
7:30 a.m. Shotgun
Cost: $150 includes continental breakfast, gift bag, buffet luncheon. Second option is $175, inclusive of
three mulligans.
For more information call Waikoloa Golf at 808-886-7888 or dial extension 2675.
E V E N T S
Saturday, June 24
Grand Prix Tennis Tournament
, Day OneKohala Tennis Club, 8:00 a.m.
All-comers welcome at 3.5, 4.0, 4.5 and Open skill levels. All ages are welcome.
For more information call Kohala Tennis at 808-886-2222 or dial extension 1293.
The Great Waikoloa Food, Wine, & Music Festival
Palace Lawn, 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
The premier attraction of the weekend! The festival features dozens of
Hawaii’s most talented chefs and numerous wine, beer and spirit
purveyors. Held under the stars, this exquisite evening of culinary
pleasures and world class jazz culminates with a spectacular display of
fireworks. Silent auction to benefit Dolphin Days charities. Headliners include Jeffrey Osborne and Rick
Braun.
Cost: $140 May 15 – June 22; $150 June 22 – June 26; $75 Children ages 5-12.
Reservations are recommended. Call the hotel direct at 808-886-1234 and ask for restaurant reservations or
dial extension 54.
The After Party at Malolo Lounge
10:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m.
The celebration continues well into the night. The After Party is great way to wrap up “the party of the
year,”gather with friends, enjoy tropical drinks, and dance the night away with live entertainment.
Must be 21 years or older to enter this event. No-host bar.
Sunday, June 26
Grand Prix Tennis Tournament
, Day TwoKohala Tennis Club, 8:00 a.m.
TICKETS
: Available online at http://www.dolphindays.com/, Tickets available in the beginning of May at Mele KaiMusic, Kona Brewing Company, Kona Wine Market and Waikoloa Village Market.
New this year is the Platinum Pass which includes the following:
• A 10% discount on Dolphin Days retail items
• One ticket to The Next Wave of Thirty Three Chefs of Dolphin Days reception on Thursday
evening
• Preferred seating at the Dolphin Quest Learning Lagoon Dolphin Program on Friday
• One ticket and preferred seating for the Hot Rocks Luau at the Volcano Bar Friday night
• Priority admittance to the Great Waikoloa Food, Wine and Music Festival on Saturday
• A photo and autograph session with the jazz all-star band after Saturday night's performance
The Platinum Pass is $420 per person and is available online at www.dolphindays.com or by calling the hotel
directly at 808-886-1234.
There is also a special Keiki Platinum Pass for children ages 5-12 for $275 per child. There are two options.
Platinum Pass
Option One includes the following:
• A 10% discount on Dolphin Days retail items
• One dolphin plush toy
• Three nights of a children’s turn-down amenity
• One admittance to Twilight Adventure Camp with Dolphin Quest, 4:15 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., on
Thursday evening
• Preferred seating at the Dolphin Quest Learning Lagoon Dolphin Program on Friday
• One ticket and preferred seating for the Hot Rocks Luau at the Volcano Bar Friday night
• The special children’s program Saturday evening 5:30 – 10:30 at Camp Menehune
Option Two includes the following:
• A 10% discount on Dolphin Days retail items
• One dolphin plush toy
• Three nights of a children’s turn-down amenity
• One admittance to Twilight Adventure Camp with Dolphin Quest, 4:15 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., on
Thursday evening
• Preferred seating at the Dolphin Quest Learning Lagoon Dolphin Program on Friday
• One ticket and preferred seating for the Hot Rocks Luau at the Volcano Bar Friday night
• One ticket and priority admittance to the Great Waikoloa Food, Wine and Music Festival on
Saturday evening
ROOM PACKAGES
: New this year! To purchase, please call the hotel direct at 808-886-1234 and ask for RoomReservations with the corresponding package code. Based on availability.
Kama’aina Dolphin One Night Package
– One room night plus 2 tickets to Saturday night’s event. Starting at$474 + tax per night. Package code “KD1.” Proof of valid Hawaii ID required upon check-in. Valid June 24, 2006.
Mainland Dolphin One Night Package
– One room night plus 2 tickets to Saturday night’s event. Starting at$529 + tax per night. Package code “MD1.” Valid June 24, 2006.
Kama’aina Dolphin Two Night Package
– Two room nights plus 2 tickets to Friday night’s event, 2 tickets toSaturday night’s event. Starting at $419 per night. Package code “KD2.”
Proof of valid Hawaii ID required upon check-in. Valid June 23-24, 2006.
Mainland Dolphin Two Night Package
– Two room nights plus 2 tickets to Friday night’s event, 2 tickets toSaturday night’s event. Starting at $474 per night. Package code “MD2.” Valid June 23-24, 2006.
DOLPHIN DAYS HOTLINE: (808) 886-1234, touch 7
WEBSITE
: New this year! Visit http://www.dolphindays.com/ and purchase tickets online, make room reservations,check out photos from last year’s event, learn more about Dolphin Days and the benefiting charities, or check
the event schedule for information.
VOLUNTEERS
: Over 2,000 guests attend the four-day event and nearly 500 individuals, team members,and businesses donate merchandise and services each year. Please contact Bambi Lau at 808-886-2605 or
extension 2605 to join the fun and volunteer.
For more information contact Debbie Wund, Special Events/Guest Activities Manager at 808-886-2884 or dial
extension 2774.
Events are subject to change.
Source: 2006 Dolphin Days Fact Sheet
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