Q&A

Who are the Friends of the Hakalau Forest?

Who are the Friends of the Hakalau Forest?

Teaching Change is a collaborative effort between the University of Hawaiʻi CTAHR-NREM, the Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry, Pacific Resources for Education and Learning, the US Fish & Wildlife Service, and the Friends of Hakalau Forest. Contact Blaire Langston, Teaching Change Program Coordinator, [email protected]

What kind of birds live in the Hula Valley?

Ard el Huleh. The whole country of the marshes of the Huleh Lake, a swampy territory thickly overgrown with papyrus. It abounds in snipe, wild ducks, francolins and many other kinds of birds, and is consequently much resorted to by the hunter, but as carefully avoided by the inhabitants on account of the noxious fever.

What do you learn on a Hakalau trip?

In that time they learn about Hakalau’s biological and cultural history as well as plant anywhere from 400 to 1000 native trees. The trip culminates in a morning spent bird watching, where students can master their skills in identifying native Hawaiian birds and their calls.

Is the Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge closed?

More information about Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death can be found at: Rapid ‘Ōhi‘a Death, a fungal disease caused by Ceratocystic spp., has recently been detected on Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge on Hawai‘i Island. With regret, access to the refuge will remain closed to the public which includes self-guided activities in the Upper Maulua Unit.

How long is the return policy for Hakala research?

Using testing and focusing on iodine nutritional supplements, we aim to improve total body health. We are proud to be among the nation’s top laboratories for fast, accurate, and affordable testing. Hakala Research offers a 90 day return policy on testing kits and unopened supplements.

Where does the last name Hakala come from?

Hakala Name Meaning. Finnish: topographic or ornamental name from haka ‘pasture’, ‘paddock’ + the local suffix-la. Haka is a common element of Finnish place names. It was widely adopted as an ornamental surname during the name conversion movement in the 19th and early 20th centuries, especially in western Finland.

What does Hakala research have to do with iodine?

Since 2000, HAKALA RESEARCH has been on the forefront of the iodine project. Using testing and focusing on iodine nutritional supplements, we aim to improve total body health. We are proud to be among the nation’s top laboratories for fast, accurate, and affordable testing.