**IMPORTANT PARK NOTICES**
Monitor local surf and weather reports before your park visit.
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[O’AHU] UPDATED 1/15/25 - Ka’ena Point State Park, Mokuleʻia Section has REOPENED.
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[OʻAHU] UPDATED 12/16/24 – Diamond Head State Monument: Beginning January 6, 2025 to July 25, 2025, or upon completion of construction project, the park will close at 2:00 p.m. Monday – Friday, (excluding weekends and holidays) due to a construction project. The last reservation time slot for Parking and Entry and Entry Only during this time will be 12:00 p.m. If you reserved at 12:00 p.m., you must enter the Park no later than 12:30 p.m. or you will be denied entry. Please check back for updates.
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[MAUI] UPDATED 12/16/24 – Mākena State Park - Invitation For Bid For Sealed Bid Proposal To Provide A mobile Food Truck Concession At Mākena State Park on Maui. Any party that may be interested in providing a bid may inspect the concession premises by calling DSP at (808) 587-0505 or contact DLNR-Division of State Parks Property Manager, Ms. E. Keiki Kipapa, by email to [email protected] Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Hawaii Standard Time (HST) except Federal and State Holidays. See Full IFB: https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dsp/files/2024/12/SPM25-010A.pdf
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[OʻAHU] UPDATED 11/4/24 – Kaʻena Point State Park, Mokuleʻia Section: The 2024 Kaʻena Point permit and decal is being extended through 2025. You do not need to apply for a new permit now, you will be notified when applications open next year. Take good care of your decal, we cannot replace decals. Please remember to take rubbish bags home, do not leave it a the trash bins.
Diamond Head State Monument Docent Program
We invite you to experience Diamond Head State Monument, to learn about our unique resources and history, and enjoy outdoor recreation and culture. Please help us protect Hawai’i’s fragile and irreplaceable resources for future generations by volunteering to educate the public about our iconic monument.
In general, prospective volunteers must:
- Be at least 18 years old (unless with parental permission, needs to sign liability form before working)
- Submit a resume
- Meet in-person with Park Ranger/Volunteer Program staff
- Be able to make the necessary time commitment. Most programs require at least a 3 or 6-month commitment.
Park Educators are ambassadors, representing Diamond Head State Monument and Hawaii State Parks by engaging visitors of all ages and backgrounds in one-on-one conversations and small group presentations. Educator stations include hiking up to the summit, in the pavilion and on the trail.
Don’t know a lot about the park or how to talk to visitors? Don’t worry! This special training course is offered to prepare volunteers with all the fun facts, information and teaching tips needed to become a Park Educator.
Shifts available: 6am-9am, 9am-12pm, 12pm-3pm, 3pm-6pm; six days a week (the park is closed Wednesdays.)
Time Commitment: 3 hours minimum per week
Responsibilities: Answer questions from the public, initiate conversations with visitors, and demonstrate appropriate park etiquette.
Qualifications: Must have enthusiasm, and interest in sharing geology, ecology, pre and post contact history and conservation knowledge with park visitors. Willingness to learn about Hawaii’s ecosystems and Hawai’i State Parks.
Park Educator training consists of an online training module and hands-on training. The flexible online course covers education skills and various park topics. After completion of the online portion, volunteers schedule two in-person sessions where they receive on-the-job training. When trainees feel comfortable, they choose a three-hour shift and become park volunteers.
To Apply:
- Schedule Meet-and-Greet Session at the park
- Schedule two, one-on-one meetings with Park Ranger, Cassandra Springer
Please email resume to [email protected] to get started
See link to learn more, https://kanuhawaii.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=597529
