#maui forest

UH: Maui’s trees are taller than previously thought; findings could impact water yields, fire risk

A groundbreaking new 30-meter Maui Forest Height Map reveals that trees on the Valley Isle are taller than previously thought. UH researchers say the findings provide critical information needed to accurately evaluate the upstream freshwater yield, a crucial consideration for town planning in watersheds like Lahaina.

DLNR Keeps Areas Closed in Anticipation of Hurricane Lester

Due to the uncertainty over the track of approaching Hurricane Lester, all Hawai‘i island, Maui, and O‘ahu State Park camping and lodging areas will be closed to overnight use beginning Friday, Sept. 2 and will remain closed — at minimum through Monday, Sept. 5

Hawai‘i Big Tree Competition Accepting Nominations

The start of a new year also marks the beginning of the annual Hawai‘i Big Tree Competition. Nominations are being accepted for the 2016 spring season through Feb. 1.

Ask The Mayor: Why is the Kula Forest Reserve Closed?

Why is the Kula Forest Reserve / Polipoli still closed? There has been ample time for cleanup and repair. I realize Polipoli is not a money-maker for the County, but it is one of the best places on the island and is about the only truly public hunting area on the island

DLNR Program Aims to Protect Hawai‘i Watershed Forests

The Hawai‘i Department of Land and Natural Resources has received over $467,000 as part of a new nationwide program aimed at protecting forest reserves.

State Parks, Harbors, Forests on Maui Now Open

Assessments conducted by DLNR personnel found minimal impacts from Hurricane Ana, which passed the Island of Kauaʻi on Sunday, Oct. 19, 2014.

9,000 Acres at Haleakalā Funded for Forest Watershed Protection

Here on Maui, projects were selected to protect more than 9,000 acres on the north, east and south slopes of Haleakalā, according to an announcement from the state Department of Land and Natural Resources.