"I thought it was him..."--Erin (Whiteland Warrior)
Today's highlights included a trip into Kailua town for a ride on the Atlantis submarine and a little shopping. While on the sub we saw many of the same types of fish and coral as we have seen snorkeling, but it was a nice break to just sit and watch rather than suiting up and getting in the water. Although if you were on the PORT side you saw much more than others. Videos from the sub will be posted later. After the ride, we enjoyed some free time shopping, exploring Kona, and most importantly Hawaiian shave ice! On our way back from Kona we visited some ancient Hawaiian petroglyphs which are carvings in lava rock. We got a very small taste of the hike to come tomorrow on our way out to see the carvings.
6/25/11
Day 4 Friday, June 24, 2011
"I'm pretty sure everyone pulled a Hartman this morning."--Amber (Whiteland Warrior)
The morning started off with a rocky intertidal zone lab. Aside from a really large wave that almost took out a few kids, the lab was pretty successful. After the lab, several snorkeled along the Hapuna coastline and some were lucky enough to spot the turtle which can be seen on video. Once back to HPA, the kids ate and started to study for their quiz for the day. Seeing that the kids needed a study break, Ms. Hartman thought it would be appropriate to show off some of her mad dancing skills and teach them how to dougie. This can also be viewed via video :) Class consisted of mariculture, estuarine and coastal marsh communities, marine pollution, and deep sea hydrothermal vents. During free time at night, the kids were able to see Just Go With It. Good flick.
The morning started off with a rocky intertidal zone lab. Aside from a really large wave that almost took out a few kids, the lab was pretty successful. After the lab, several snorkeled along the Hapuna coastline and some were lucky enough to spot the turtle which can be seen on video. Once back to HPA, the kids ate and started to study for their quiz for the day. Seeing that the kids needed a study break, Ms. Hartman thought it would be appropriate to show off some of her mad dancing skills and teach them how to dougie. This can also be viewed via video :) Class consisted of mariculture, estuarine and coastal marsh communities, marine pollution, and deep sea hydrothermal vents. During free time at night, the kids were able to see Just Go With It. Good flick.
Day 3 Thursday, June 23rd
"The mint chocolate chip ice cream in Hawaii isn't green. It sort takes away the essence of mint chocolate chip ice cream."--Hannah (Whiteland Warrior) "Then close your eyes."--Laura (Whiteland Warrior)
"Lynch...is there a bathroom around here?"--Hannah (Whiteland Warrior)
On Day 3 we had our second snorkeling experience at Crystal Cove. Crystal Cove is famous for its beautiful coral, which is why it was chosen as the site for the Coral Zonation lab. This snorkeling experience included the giant stride entry which can be seen in the video! Hawaiiana was about myths and legends, which is always a favorite. We got to hear tales about Pele, the nightmarchers, and many others. Hopefully, after hearing about the power of Pele we will not have anyone trying to take any of the lava rocks home with them. The Hawaiians regard the rocks on the island as Pele's children.
"Lynch...is there a bathroom around here?"--Hannah (Whiteland Warrior)
On Day 3 we had our second snorkeling experience at Crystal Cove. Crystal Cove is famous for its beautiful coral, which is why it was chosen as the site for the Coral Zonation lab. This snorkeling experience included the giant stride entry which can be seen in the video! Hawaiiana was about myths and legends, which is always a favorite. We got to hear tales about Pele, the nightmarchers, and many others. Hopefully, after hearing about the power of Pele we will not have anyone trying to take any of the lava rocks home with them. The Hawaiians regard the rocks on the island as Pele's children.
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