BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Friends of Haleakalā National Park - ECPv6.15.14//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Friends of Haleakalā National Park X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://fhnp.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Friends of Haleakalā National Park REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Pacific/Honolulu BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-1000 TZOFFSETTO:-1000 TZNAME:HST DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260317 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260320 DTSTAMP:20260426T194551 CREATED:20250823T230947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T231855Z UID:1046-1773705600-1773964799@fhnp.org SUMMARY:Overnight Service Trip to Kapalaoa - back country - March 2026 DESCRIPTION:Trip Leader TBD     contact andy@fhnp.org or matt@fhnp.org \n \n \n \n \n \n Kapalaoa Visitor Cabin Trip\nLevel: Difficult – 15+ mile backpacking tripLocation: Kapalaoa\, Haleakalā Crater \nThis backcountry service trip takes you deep into the heart of Haleakalā Crater\, with a strenuous 8+ mile hike to Kapalaoa Visitor Cabin\, nestled against the southern\, leeward crater rim. The surrounding landscape is one of the both remote and ecologically significant. \nHaleakalā National Park\, including the area around Kapalaoa\, is known for its remarkable biodiversity and one of the highest percentages of endemic species\, plants and animals found nowhere else on Earth. During the trip\, you’ll learn more about native plants\, birds\, and ecological relationships that are unique to Hawaiʻi and Haleakalā. At night\, the crater offers some of the best stargazing on Earth\, with clear views of the Milky Way and thousands of visible stars. \nVolunteers stay two nights in the historic visitor cabin\, sleeping on bunks and sharing hot dinners organized by the trip leader (small fee applies). Service work may include invasive weed removal\, native seed collection\, trail repair\, or basic cabin maintenance. Day hikes for volunteer work and exploration may span 8+ miles. \nThis is an incredible opportunity to enjoy your park in places few people ever see\, while making a tangible impact on its preservation. \nTrip Notes: \n\nYou’ll carry all your personal gear\, clothing\, and food.\nFHNP can assist with gear loans upon request.\nAll participants must be 18+ and physically fit.\nTrips to this cabin are scheduled Sunday through Thursday due to high visitor demand on weekends.\nAdvance signup is required; space is limited.\nClean boots and gear before the trip to prevent the spread of Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death (ROD) and invasive species. URL:https://fhnp.org/event/overnight-service-trip-to-kapalaoa-back-country/ CATEGORIES:Multi-Day Overnight Service Trip END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20260303T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20260303T120000 DTSTAMP:20260426T194551 CREATED:20250824T021308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T021311Z UID:1124-1772528400-1772539200@fhnp.org SUMMARY:Service Day in the Nursery - March 2026 DESCRIPTION:Become a Caretaker of the Parkʻs Plant Nursery!\nThe May 5th Nursery volunteer day is Cancelled due to lack staff. Please join us next month!  \n\n \n Click Here to Register URL:https://fhnp.org/event/service-day-in-the-nursery-march-2026/ CATEGORIES:Nursery Days END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260214 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260218 DTSTAMP:20260426T194551 CREATED:20250823T230327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T231716Z UID:1040-1771027200-1771372799@fhnp.org SUMMARY:Overnight Service Trip to Paliku - back country - February 2026 DESCRIPTION:Trip Leader TBD   contact andy@fhnp.org or matt @fhnp.org \n \n \n \n \n \n Palikū Patrol Cabin Trip\nLevel: Very Difficult – 21+ miles totalLocation: Palikū\, Haleakalā Crater (East End) \nThis backcountry backpacking trip is both strenuous and unforgettable\, totaling over 21 miles across varied\, rustic terrain and steep elevation changes. Volunteers spend three nights in the Palikū Patrol Cabin\, located at the lush\, windward edge of Haleakalā Crater\, where native ʻōhiʻa forests meet the dramatic cliffs (pali) of Palikū. \nThis is a rare opportunity to sleep surrounded by native ʻōhiʻa trees and wake to the songs of native Hawaiian forest birds\, including the rare honeycreepers found in high elevation zones of Hawaiʻi. At night\, the crater offers some of the best stargazing on Earth\, with clear views of the Milky Way and thousands of visible stars. \nDay hikes for volunteer work and exploration may span 8+ miles\, often including a rugged day trek down a portion of the Kaupō Gap Trail. Service projects may include invasive weed removal (such as bull thistle)\, native seed collection\, trail clearing\, and cabin maintenance. \nEvenings are spent in community\, sharing meals (organized by the trip leader; small fee applies) and reflecting on the day’s work. You’ll carry in your own backpacking gear\, including a sleeping bag\, clothing for any weather\, and food for your own breakfast\, lunch\, and snacks. \nThis trip offers a meaningful way to give back while experiencing your park in places few ever reach. You’ll gain a deeper connection to the land and learn about the plants\, birds\, and ecosystems unique to Haleakalā and Hawaiʻi. \nTrip Notes: \n\nYou must be in excellent physical condition and comfortable hiking long distances at elevation.\nAll participants must be 18+.\nPrior trip experience required.\nAdvance signup is required; space is limited. URL:https://fhnp.org/event/overnight-service-trip-to-paliku-back-country-january-2026/ CATEGORIES:Multi-Day Overnight Service Trip END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20260203T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20260203T120000 DTSTAMP:20260426T194551 CREATED:20250824T020914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T021023Z UID:1119-1770109200-1770120000@fhnp.org SUMMARY:Service Day in the Nursery - February 2026 DESCRIPTION:Become a Caretaker of the Parkʻs Plant Nursery!\nThe May 5th Nursery volunteer day is Cancelled due to lack staff. Please join us next month!  \n\n \n Click Here to Register URL:https://fhnp.org/event/service-day-in-the-nursery-february-2026/ CATEGORIES:Nursery Days END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260117 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260120 DTSTAMP:20260426T194551 CREATED:20250822T014455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T225422Z UID:985-1768608000-1768867199@fhnp.org SUMMARY:Overnight Service Trip to Holua - tent camping - back country - January 2026 DESCRIPTION:Trip Leader : TBD   contact andy@fhnp.org or matt@fhnp.org to sign up \n \n \n \n \n \n Hōlua Patrol Cabin Trip\nLevel: Moderate – 8+ mile hikeLocation: Hōlua Camping area and Ranger Cabin\, Haleakalā Crater \nThis backcountry\, backpacking trip begins with a challenging 8+ mile hike into the subalpine grasslands of Hōlua\, traversing steep\, rocky terrain at high elevation. Volunteers will tent camp in the open pasture near the Hōlua Patrol Cabin\, with a small covered area available for shared meals and evening gatherings. At night\, the crater offers some of the best stargazing on Earth\, with clear views of the Milky Way and thousands of visible stars. \nService work varies by season and need\, and may include invasive weed removal\, native seed collection\, trail clearing\, and basic cabin maintenance. Trip leaders organize a hot group dinner each night (small fee applies)\, and day hikes for work or exploration may range from 2 to 8 miles. \nThis trip is a rewarding way to experience the quiet beauty of Haleakalā’s crater and to connect more deeply with its native ecosystems. You’ll be part of meaningful conservation work and gain knowledge about plants\, birds\, and species found only in Hawaiʻi and within the park itself. \nTrip Notes: \n\nYou will carry your own gear: tent\, sleeping bag\, clothing for any weather\, personal items\, and food for your own breakfast\, lunch\, and snacks.\nBe prepared for cold nights\, strong sun\, and rapidly changing weather.\nAll participants must be 18+ and in good physical condition.\nAdvance signup is required; space is limited.\nClean boots and gear before the trip to prevent the spread of Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death (ROD) and invasive species. URL:https://fhnp.org/event/holua-service-trip2026-01/ CATEGORIES:Multi-Day Overnight Service Trip END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20260106T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20260106T130000 DTSTAMP:20260426T194551 CREATED:20250824T020510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T020513Z UID:1114-1767690000-1767704400@fhnp.org SUMMARY:Service Day in the Nursery - January 2026 DESCRIPTION:Become a Caretaker of the Parkʻs Plant Nursery!\nThe May 5th Nursery volunteer day is Cancelled due to lack staff. Please join us next month!  \n\n \n Click Here To Register URL:https://fhnp.org/event/service-day-in-the-nursery-january-2026/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20251220T080000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20251223T170000 DTSTAMP:20260426T194551 CREATED:20250716T013907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250726T022759Z UID:652-1766217600-1766509200@fhnp.org SUMMARY:Overnight Service trip to Paliku cabin (back country) DESCRIPTION:Trip Leaders: Michael Feeney \nFor overnight trips\, participants must carry in your own  sleeping bag\, and clothes as well as you food for breakfast and lunch and your share of the dinner groceries. \nBack country trips will be long\, physically challenging days requiring hiking and climbing at high altitudes both on and off trail.    Your reward is an opportunity to enjoy your Park in areas you may have never visited and leaving it better off than before your service. \nBack country (Holua\, Kapalaoa\, Paliku) trip participants must be 18 years of age or older. \nYou must register and be approved by the trip leader to join.   For more information and to sign-up\, contact andy@fhnp.org or matt@fhnp.org URL:https://fhnp.org/event/overnight-service-trip-to-paliku-back-country/ CATEGORIES:Multi-Day Overnight Service Trip END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20251202T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20251202T120000 DTSTAMP:20260426T194551 CREATED:20250716T015422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250726T021905Z UID:662-1764666000-1764676800@fhnp.org SUMMARY:Nursery Service Day - December DESCRIPTION:Volunteers will help park horticulturist with jobs involving caring for the rare\, endemic plants being propagated\, such as transplanting\, weeding\, cleaning and preparing seeds for storage or planting\, and some pot washing.  The park recycles pots which have to be carefully cleaned to prevent the spread of plant diseases. There may sometimes be some out planting\, but most of the service work is done inside\, and participants can drive up to the location of the work. \nThe workday is 9:00 AM to 12:00 noon the first Tuesday of each month. \nClick here and complete form to register URL:https://fhnp.org/event/haleakala-greenhouse-service-day-3/ CATEGORIES:Nursery Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fhnp.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/VolunteersNurseryService-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20251107T080000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20251109T170000 DTSTAMP:20260426T194551 CREATED:20250716T014127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T011213Z UID:654-1762502400-1762707600@fhnp.org SUMMARY:Overnight Service Trip - Kipahulu cabin and tent site DESCRIPTION:Trip Organizers:   Pete Conmy  peter@fhnp.org \n  URL:https://fhnp.org/event/overnight-service-trip-kipahulu-cabin-and-tent-site/ CATEGORIES:Multi-Day Overnight Service Trip END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20251104T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20251104T120000 DTSTAMP:20260426T194551 CREATED:20250716T015318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T050305Z UID:660-1762246800-1762257600@fhnp.org SUMMARY:Nursery Service Day - November DESCRIPTION:Volunteers will help park horticulturist with jobs involving caring for the rare\, endemic plants being propagated\, such as transplanting\, weeding\, cleaning and preparing seeds for storage or planting\, and some pot washing.  The park recycles pots which have to be carefully cleaned to prevent the spread of plant diseases. There may sometimes be some out planting\, but most of the service work is done inside\, and participants can drive up to the location of the work. \nThe workday is 9:00 AM to 12:00 noon the first Tuesday of each month. \nClick here and fill in form to register URL:https://fhnp.org/event/haleakala-greenhouse-service-day-2/ CATEGORIES:Nursery Days END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20251018T080000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20251020T170000 DTSTAMP:20260426T194551 CREATED:20250716T013749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T221258Z UID:650-1760774400-1760979600@fhnp.org SUMMARY:Overnight Service Trip to Holua - (tent camping back country) DESCRIPTION:Trip Leaders: Andy    andy@fhnp.org \nFor overnight trips to Holua\, participants must carry in your own sleeping bag\, tent and clothes as well as you food for breakfast and lunch and your share of the dinner groceries. \nBack country trips will be long\, physically challenging days requiring hiking and climbing at high altitudes both on and off trail.    Your reward is an opportunity to enjoy your Park in areas you may have never visited and leaving it better off than before your service. \nBack country (Holua\, Kapalaoa\, Paliku) trip participants must be 18 years of age or older. \nYou must register and be approved by the trip leader to join.   For more information and to sign-up\, contact the trip leader\,  beth@fhnp.org URL:https://fhnp.org/event/overnight-service-trip-to-holua-tent-camping-back-country/ CATEGORIES:Multi-Day Overnight Service Trip END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20251007T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20251007T120000 DTSTAMP:20260426T194551 CREATED:20250716T015201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T000038Z UID:658-1759827600-1759838400@fhnp.org SUMMARY:Nursery Service Day - October DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED DUE TO GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN \n \n \n \n \n \n Volunteers will help park horticulturist with jobs involving caring for the rare\, endemic plants being propagated\, such as transplanting\, weeding\, cleaning and preparing seeds for storage or planting\, and some pot washing.  The park recycles pots which have to be carefully cleaned to prevent the spread of plant diseases. There may sometimes be some out planting\, but most of the service work is done inside\, and participants can drive up to the location of the work. The workday is 9:00 AM to 12:00 noon the first Tuesday of each month. \nClick here and fill in form to register URL:https://fhnp.org/event/haleakala-greenhouse-service-day/ CATEGORIES:Nursery Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fhnp.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/VolunteersNurseryService-edited-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20250902T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20250902T120000 DTSTAMP:20260426T194551 CREATED:20250606T060754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250726T022134Z UID:598-1756803600-1756814400@fhnp.org SUMMARY:Nursery Service Day - September DESCRIPTION:Volunteers will help park horticulturist with jobs involving caring for the rare\, endemic plants being propagated\, such as transplanting\, weeding\, cleaning and preparing seeds for storage or planting\, and some pot washing.  The park recycles pots which have to be carefully cleaned to prevent the spread of plant diseases. There may sometimes be some out planting\, but most of the service work is done inside\, and participants can drive up to the location of the work. The workday is 9:00 AM to 12:00 noon the first Tuesday of each month. \nTo sign up\, please complete this form.  \nYou must register to participate.  URL:https://fhnp.org/event/first-tuesday-nursery-service-day-3/ LOCATION:Haleakala National Park Plant Nursery CATEGORIES:Nursery Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fhnp.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/VolunteersNurseryService-edited-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20250830T080000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20250902T170000 DTSTAMP:20260426T194551 CREATED:20250716T013608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250726T023026Z UID:648-1756540800-1756832400@fhnp.org SUMMARY:Overnight Service trip to Paliku cabin (backcountry) DESCRIPTION:Trip Leaders: Ivy \nFor overnight trips\, participants must carry in your own sleeping bag\, and clothes as well as you food for breakfast and lunch and your share of the dinner groceries. \nBack country trips will be long\, physically challenging days requiring hiking and climbing at high altitudes both on and off trail.    Your reward is an opportunity to enjoy your Park in areas you may have never visited and leaving it better off than before your service. \nBack country (Holua\, Kapalaoa\, Paliku) trip participants must be 18 years of age or older. \nYou must register and be approved by the trip leader to join.   For more information and to sign-up\, contact andy@fhnp.org or matt@fhnp.org URL:https://fhnp.org/event/overnight-service-trip-to-paliku-backcountry/ CATEGORIES:Multi-Day Overnight Service Trip END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20250823T080000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20250823T170000 DTSTAMP:20260426T194551 CREATED:20250824T021513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T021516Z UID:1128-1755936000-1755968400@fhnp.org SUMMARY:Service Day in the Nursery - April 2026 DESCRIPTION:Become a Caretaker of the Parkʻs Plant Nursery!\nThe May 5th Nursery volunteer day is Cancelled due to lack staff. Please join us next month!  \n\n \n Click Here to Register URL:https://fhnp.org/event/service-day-in-the-nursery-april-2026/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250812 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250815 DTSTAMP:20260426T194551 CREATED:20250606T060943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250726T023127Z UID:601-1754956800-1755215999@fhnp.org SUMMARY:Overnight Service Trip to Kapalaoa Cabin (Backcountry) DESCRIPTION:Trip Leaders: TBD \nFor overnight trips\, participants must carry in your own sleeping bag\,and clothes as well as you food for breakfast and lunch and your share of the dinner groceries. \nBack country trips will be long\, physically challenging days requiring hiking and climbing at high altitudes both on and off trail.    Your reward is an opportunity to enjoy your Park in areas you may have never visited and leaving it better off than before your service. \nBack country (Holua\, Kapalaoa\, Paliku) trip participants must be 18 years of age or older. \nYou must register and be approved by the trip leader to join.   For more information and to sign-up\, contact andy@fhnp.org or matt@fhnp.org URL:https://fhnp.org/event/multi-day-overnight-service-trip-kapalaoa-cabin-backcountry-2/ CATEGORIES:Multi-Day Overnight Service Trip ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fhnp.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/53756623211_4158e5bd30_k.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20250808T080000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20250810T170000 DTSTAMP:20260426T194551 CREATED:20250802T010015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T165516Z UID:910-1754640000-1754845200@fhnp.org SUMMARY:Overnight Service Trip - Kīpahulu cabin and tent site DESCRIPTION:Trip organizer : Pete Conmy  pete@fhnp.org \n  URL:https://fhnp.org/event/overnight-service-trip-kipahulu-cabin-and-tent-site-2/ CATEGORIES:Multi-Day Overnight Service Trip END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20250805T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Honolulu:20250805T120000 DTSTAMP:20260426T194551 CREATED:20250606T053512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250726T022214Z UID:582-1754384400-1754395200@fhnp.org SUMMARY:Nursery Service Day - August DESCRIPTION:Volunteers will help park horticulturist with jobs involving caring for the rare\, endemic plants being propagated\, such as transplanting\, weeding\, cleaning and preparing seeds for storage or planting\, and some pot washing.  The park recycles pots which have to be carefully cleaned to prevent the spread of plant diseases. There may sometimes be some out planting\, but most of the service work is done inside\, and participants can drive up to the location of the work. \nThe workday is 9:00 AM to 12:00 noon the first Tuesday of each month. \nTo sign up\, please complete this form.  \nYou must register to participate.  URL:https://fhnp.org/event/first-tuesday-nursery-service-day-2/ LOCATION:Haleakala National Park Plant Nursery CATEGORIES:Nursery Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fhnp.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/VolunteersNurseryService-edited-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR