**IMPORTANT PARK NOTICES**
Monitor local surf and weather reports prior to your park visit.
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[O’AHU] UPDATED 5/18/24- Diamond Head State Monument: The park will remain CLOSED through Sunday, May 19, due to inclement weather and rock falls. Safety concerns are being addressed and we anticipate reopening on Monday.
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[KAUAʻI] UPDATED 5/18/24 –Kauaʻi North shore shuttle departures has SUSPENDED due to inclement weather.
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[O’AHU] UPDATED 5/16/24 – Ka’ena Point State Park, Mokuleʻia Section: Vehicle access road has CLOSED due to saturated roads and inclement weather.
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[HAWAIʻI] UPDATED 5/15/24 – Hapuna State Park: Hapuna and the Waialea Section beach and access road has REOPENED following flood cleanup.
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[HAWAI’I] UPDATED 5/13/24 – Akaka Falls State Park to Temporarily CLOSE Weekdays Starting May 15, see Akaka Falls announcement for more information.
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[HAWAIʻI] UPDATED 5/13/24 – Wailuku River State Park: Rainbow Falls; tree trimming starts today until 6/7/24, the park will remain OPEN but some areas may be temporarily closed due to safety.
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[KAUAʻI] UPDATED 4/30/24 – Kōkeʻe State Park: Kalalau lookout restroom is CLOSED until further notice.
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[KAUAʻI] UPDATED 4/26/24 –Kalalau Trail, Nāpali Coast State Wilderness Park: Camping permits held back for local residents during summer, see Kalalau Trail site for more information.
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[KAUAʻI] UPDATED 3/18/24 – Kōkeʻe State Park: The gate to Puʻu O Kila Lookout will be closed to vehicular traffic due to road repairs beginning 3/19/24. The lookout will still be accessible by pedestrians, parking is available at Kalalau lookout.
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Imagine A Day Without Water
October 21, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Honolulu Board of Water Supply and More than 15 Other Government and Nonprofit Organizations Bring Attention to the Value of Water at “Imagine A Day Without Water” Family Event at Wahiawā Freshwater State Recreation Area
HONOLULU — Lush Wahiawā Freshwater State Recreation Area will form the backdrop of the Board of Water Supply’s “Imagine a Day Without Water” family event on Saturday, Oct. 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It will be a day filled with fun educational activities that focus on the value of water for those of all ages. Admission is free.
The park is located at 380 Walker Avenue, which is next to Wahiawā Reservoir, popularly known as Lake Wilson. In Hawaiian, Wahiawā means a “place of noise,” but those who attend the event will find the serene location quiet and calming. Smack dab in the middle of Oʻahu, the park is hidden from main roads and has remained one of the island’s environmental treasures, known for outdoor recreation, such as fishing and picnicking.
“It’s worth the drive from town to experience this unique place,” said Ernest Lau, Manager and Chief Engineer, with the Board of Water Supply. “We’re excited to be partnering with more than 15 state and county agencies and community organizations to raise awareness about water security, now and for future generations.”
Those partnering with the Board of Water Supply for this event include the City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Environmental Services, Department of Facility Maintenance, Honolulu Fire Department, and Office of Climate Change, Sustainability and Resiliency; Hawai‘i Island Department of Water Supply; the state Department of Land and Natural Resources’ Commission on Water Resource Management, Division of Aquatic Resources, Division of Forestry and Wildlife, and Division of State Parks; Honolulu Moanalua Lions Club; Oʻahu Invasive Species Committee; Koʻolau Mountains Watershed Partnership and Waiʻanae Mountains Watershed Partnership; American Water Works Association; Hawai‘i Water Environment Association; Sierra Club of Hawai‘i; Sustainable Coastlines Hawaiʻi; Eco Rotary of Kaka‘ako; and Genki Ala Wai Project.
“Whether it’s potable water from the tap, recycled water, stormwater, wastewater, it’s all one water,” Lau said. “We’ll show how all water is connected, why it’s important to understand the value of all water, and how we can all do our part to conserve fresh drinking water.”
The Honolulu Fire Department will also be there to provide practical tips about how to help protect homes and communities from wildfires as the effects of climate change increase.
There will be an array of activities and exhibits at the Imagine a Day Without Water event, including workshops on rain barrel catchment systems for residential properties; a xeriscape plant craft activity; the chance to fish in Lake Wilson with the purchase of an annual freshwater fishing license; an opportunity to create Genki balls to help remove pollutants from soil and water; and many other fun games with prizes. Ronnie’s Food Truck will be onsite for families to enjoy a picnic at the park.
For more information about the Imagine a Day Without Water event, visit www.boardofwatersupply.com/onewaterhawaii.com.
