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Possible Interstellar Object Spotted by Haleakalā Pan-STARRS Telescope
“It’s long been theorized that such objects exist but this is the first such detection.” So far, everything indicates it is likely an interstellar object…
House Finance Committee Visiting Maui
The House Finance Committee continues its site visit with a stop today to Haʻikū Elementary and the Maui Food Innovation Center at UH Maui College.
Haleakalā Ranch Announces Two Management Promotions
Haleakalā Ranch Company announced is has promoted two of its managers effective Sept. 1, 2017.
Nēnē Awareness Day Contest, Entry Deadline Sept. 21
Haleakalā National Park’s annual Nēnē Awareness Day logo contest is fast approaching and accepting entries. The contest entry deadline is Sept. 21, 2017.
Valley Isle Excursions Encourages Businesses to Support National Parks
Valley Isle Excursions, a Maui tour company, became the first on the island to update its vehicles with specialty license plates featuring Haleakalā
Police Force Questioned During Injury to Demonstrator at Kāko’o Haleakalā Protest
Police force has been questioned following an injury reported during an arrest of one of the demonstrators during the Kāko’o Haleakalā protest on Maui Wednesday
Specialty Haleakalā License Plates: Q&A
On Tuesday, August 1, (the 101st anniversary of both Hawai‘i Volcanoes and Haleakalā), staff from Hawai‘i Volcanoes and Hawai‘i Pacific Parks Association exchanged their plates at the Hilo DMV for specialty license plates featuring iconic volcanic views and rare native species like the nēnē and the silversword.
Kāko’o Haleakalā Protest: Police Force Questioned During Injury to Demonstrator
Six people were arrested during a Kāko’o Haleakalā demonstration in which protesters formed lines, bound together at the hands and lay on the ground as police..
Specialty License Plates Feature Haleakalā, Hawai‘i Volcanoes NP
Specialty license plates are now available from local DMVL offices, featuring colorful, iconic scenes from Haleakalā and Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Parks.
Temporary Closure of Unencumbered Lands on Haleakalā During Convoy
The state DLNR today announced it will implement a temporary closure of unencumbered lands on Haleakalā during a convoy that starts today to the DKIST.
Automated Fee Station Used During Temporary Staff Shortage at Haleakalā
Maui Now received reports that the wait times for entrance during these periods have increased, & some reported being unprepared for the credit card only system
Judge Recommends Permit to Proceed for TMT
The controversial Thirty Meter Telescope atop Mauna Kea should be granted a permit to proceed with construction under a recommendation handed down yesterday.
Haleakalā Seeks Volunteers for Pine Pulling Project
Haleakalā National Park continues its recruitment of local volunteers for its latest “pine pulling” project, on Saturday, July 15, 2017.
Haleakalā Summit Restrooms Temporarily Closed
The restrooms located at the summit visitor’s center of Haleakalā National Park are temporarily closed due to a system malfunction.
Haleakalā Sunrise Summit Visitation Public Comments Accepted
Haleakalā NP is seeking public comment as they develop an environmental assessment to address overcrowding and resource concerns during sunrise visitation.
Hōkūle‘a Sights Haleakalā, Remains Under Kapu
The crew of Hōkūleʻa is close enough to Hawaiʻi to see Maui’s Haleakalā. The canoe remains under kapu until its planned arrival at Magic Island on June 17.
Volunteers Sought for Pine Pulling Project at Haleakalā
Haleakalā Park staff, partners, and volunteers periodically pull young invasive pines to keep them from spreading throughout the park.
Haleakalā Park Fees to Increase on June 1, 2017
The 2017 per-person fee will change from $10 to $12; the motorcycle fee will go from $15 to $20; and the per-vehicle 3-day pass will be raised from $20 to $25.
New Guidestar at Haleakalā Emits Orange Beam
A new Sodium Guidestar became operational, sending an orange beam of light into the sky over the Maui Space Surveillance Complex near the summit at Haleakalā.
Hana No‘eau 2017: Call for Cultural Practitioners
Haleakalā NP is seeking cultural practitioners for its Hana Noʻeau program, a series of cultural demonstrations offered at the Kīpahulu and Summit Districts.