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Big Island Adventure
Environmental Science and Culture on the Big Island
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Kilauea volcano, thick tropical jungles and rainforests, coral reef preserves, sacred Place of Refuge, Hawaiian culture and history
Environmental Science and Culture on the Big Island
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Kilauea volcano, thick tropical jungles and rainforests, coral reef preserves, sacred Place of Refuge, Hawaiian culture and history
Earth ExploreBig Island Adventure Quick Facts
9 day program Hotel and UH dorm
accommodations Large motorcoach University of Hawaii
resource experts and staff on site
3 meals a day Group size 20-30 1 adult to 5-6 students Students 3 to a room Academic Credit
Opptys
Big Island Adventure Itinerary
Our route takes us from Hilo, to the Kona Coast. We explore astronomy in Hilo and paddle an outrigger canoe in Hilo Bay. We view a volcano at Kilauea in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, and view Waipio, the Valley of Kings. At Akaka Falls we explore tropical rain forest, and discover Hawaiian culture at the Place of Refuge. On the Kona coast, we snorkel to discover a colorful coral reef.
Brief Highlights of Program
Hilo Bay hands-on marine studies
Akaka Falls and rainforest walk
Hawaii Volcanoes/ Kilauea with experts
Visits to temples and cultural sites
Expert instructors from the University of Hawaii at Hilo
Kilauea
Brief Highlights page 2
Cultural sharing with Kapuna, (Hawaiian elders) Visit to Place of Refuge and historic Heiau temple Coral Reef cruise and snorkeling adventure Waipio Valley taro farming
The Earth Explore FoundationYour Planet. Discover it. Protect it.
EEF has sponsored Teacher-led educational programs since 1995
Founded by teachers and outdoor educators
Mission is to encourage learning in the outdoor classroom - science and cultures
More than 5 thousand students from 35 states have participated
The EE Foundation is a not for profit, mission-based educational organization
All programs can offer credit at HS and College levels
Adventures to Planet EarthFun and Learning in Inspiring Places
Just the Facts-Earth Explore Parents, students and teacher know
one another Low adult/student ratio Credit opportunities- always hands-
on World’s finest partner organizations An ideal mix of learning and fun
adventure
Preparation Meetings get students ready for the trip
Programs are mission based, emphasizing student-nature connections Not just a Student “Tour”
Study the Earth; its landscapes, processes, people and cultures, through fun hands-on exploration
Create enduring connections with the natural world Encourage curiosity, inquiry based learning
What happens when?
Groups form August through December All Adventures usually full by January 1st Teacher conducts preparation sessions in
late winter and spring Usually 4-6 two hour get-togethers Student receives the Naturalist newsletter
quarterly, and program Adventure Guide
What happens when?
Travel Packet arrives in May– Detailed day to
day itinerary– Official program
cap, field journal, photo credentials, luggage tag, T-shirt
Earth Explore Online
PDFs available Academic Credit
Outline Fundraising Packet Program Flyers and
Brochures
Program Newsletters Student Application Health Form (spring)
Earth Explore AdventuresStudent application process
Applications accepted until local group is full, then waitlist is begun
If student is not known to teacher, interview is required
Students can invite friends or siblings, subject to space available and interview
Application requires deposit of $400
Earth Explore AdventuresStudent application process - continued
Limited number of spaces for each Adventure each season
Space is allotted on a first come, first served basis
Application can be mailed, faxed, or submitted online - most now apply online
Lead teacher will have materials or they can be requested from the National Office, or downloaded online
Big Island AdventureWhat’s Included - What’s Not
All program activities/instruction All meals (3 per day) Hotel and dorm accommodations
(no hostels or camping) 2 Travel Manager/Naturalist Guides
per group On site resource experts Chaperoning by students’ own
teachers Program accident insurance Travel items including cap, t-shirt,
journal, luggage tags Academic credit tuition - HS Option for college credit
Included
Program airfare - Earth Explore arranges this for the group
Items of a strictly personal nature (for example souvenirs)
Not Included
Our Hawaii Adventure
Joint program with the University of Hawaii at Hilo
Begin in Hilo, stay at dorms City overview and visit to Hilo
Bay for tidepooling and outrigger rides
Marine ecosystems of Hawaii
Outriggers on Hilo Bay
Learning traditional Island skills hands-on on Hilo Bay
Hilo to Hawaii Volcanoes
Transfer to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Kilauea overview and discussion of volcano science
Hawaii Volcano Observatory, and Lava Tube Hike
Kilauea AdventureHawaii Volcanoes National Park
Hands on activities on current volcanic eruptions
Hikes and discussions Activities in lava field and on rim
of caldera Unique high elevation rainforest
Volcano Discoveries at Kilauea
To Akaka Falls and Waipio Valley Akaka Falls rainforest
preserve and ecology of Hawaiian forests-endangered species
Viewing of Waipio Valley, the “Valley of Kings”
Akaka Falls - Views
Spectacular endangered Hawaiian rainforest
Study of tropical rainforest plants and animals with naturalist guide
Hawaii’s highest waterfall, 400 feet
The Kona Coast We stay in hotel on Kailua Bay Visits to Place of Refuge, Kealakekua Bay Marine Preserve,
Hapuna Beach
Coral Reef AdventureHawaii’s amazing living reef
Snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay Rich coral reef
ecosystem Snorkeling
supervised by on-site experts
Naturalist Guides Lunch on-board Waterslide and
viewboxes
Place of RefugeThe most sacred Hawaiian cultural site
Expert-led program on Hawaiian kings, culture and beliefs
Visit to sacred “Heiau” or Hawaiian temple
Kapuna DayCultural sharing with Hawaiian elders
Chance to experience another culture hands-on
Arts, crafts, dance and storytelling
Kilauea, Culture and Coral ReefsBig Island Adventure