I've mentioned it before but I'll mention it again: there are people alive today who remember a time when they could drive up to the summit of Haleakala National Park and watch the sunrise without anyone else being around. Albert Perez, the executive director of Maui Tomorrow, told me that years ago, he used to do this. But today? Not so much. Look at the photo above–doesn't … [Read more...] about Haleakala National Park releases new flyer on new sunrise reservation system
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Haleakala National Park closing Holua area for Argentine Ant control
Haleakala National Park will close its Holua section of the backcountry area from the evening of July 14 to July 15. This closure is so that park biologists can control invasive Argentine ants. “Argentine ants prey upon native insects," stated a July 8 Haleakala National Park news release. "One insect that is highly vulnerable to ant predation is the endemic yellow-faced … [Read more...] about Haleakala National Park closing Holua area for Argentine Ant control
Haleakala National Park entrance fees go up starting June 1
Take note, those of you who enjoy visiting Haleakala National Park: entrance fees will go up slightly, starting next month. "Beginning on June 1, 2016, Haleakala National Park daily entrance fees will be raised to meet national standards for parks with similar visitor amenities," said Polly Angelakis, the park's Chief of Interpretation & Education, in a May 16 news … [Read more...] about Haleakala National Park entrance fees go up starting June 1
Haleakala National Park Marks 50th Anniversary of Wilderness Act
Maui's Haleakala National Park will commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Wilderness Act during the first week of September with special programs and activities at all Haleakala NP visitor centers. Sept. 3 is the official 50th Anniversary of the legislation that gave public lands their highest level of protection–where natural processes are to be protected forever and left … [Read more...] about Haleakala National Park Marks 50th Anniversary of Wilderness Act
Silverswords in Bloom at Haleakala National Park
As we hit the peak of summer, an abundance of rare silversword plants are blooming at Haleakala National Park. "Long term residents and park staff say this is one of the best years they've seen for flowers up here," said Superintendent Natalie Gates in a July 29 press release. "We hope neighbors and visitors alike will come enjoy this incredible sight." Gates stressed the … [Read more...] about Silverswords in Bloom at Haleakala National Park