If you get the chance to do this 3.5 mile hike with Hawaii Forest and Trail in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, do it. Our BIVB press trip group did it today. This photo doesn't do the 250 foot deep crater justice. So epic. So humbling. So powerful. So inspiring.

www.hawaii-forest.com

Happy Aloha Friday! My current view from the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel. Passing showers and sunshine trying to break through the clouds.

The view off my lanai at the legendary Mauna Kea Beach Hotel on Hawaii Island. Epic!

For Immediate Release: May 25, 2010

CLOSED SEASON FOR MOI BEGINS JUNE 1

HONOLULU‹ The Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) reminds the
public that the moi fishing season is closed beginning Wednesday, June 1,
2011. State regulations make it unlawful for any person to take, possess, or
sell any moi during June, July, and August.

"Moi is one of Hawaii's most significant fish species, from a cultural
perspective," said William J. Aila, Jr., DLNR chairperson. "At one time it
was reserved only for royalty. Today we still value it as one of our most
sought-after reef fishes."

"The closed season helps sustain moi populations by protecting them during
the critical summer spawning period," he continued.

The early Hawaiians also placed a kapu or prohibition on certain fish during
their spawning season as a conservation measure.

"We ask for the fishing public's help in complying with the closed season,"
added Aila. "If we are to have fish for the future, we need to share the
responsibility and take care of our ocean."

During the open season ­ September through May ­the minimum size for moi is
11 inches, and the bag limit for possession and/or sale is 15. However, a
commercial marine dealer may possess and sell more than 15 moi during the
open season with receipts issued for the purchase.

Copies of HawaiŒi's fishing regulations are available at DLNR's Aquatic
Resources offices, most fishing supply stores, and online at
http://hawaii.gov/dlnr/dar/regulations.html.

To report fishing violations, call 643-DLNR (3567).

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For more information news media may contact:
Deborah Ward DLNR Public information specialist
Phone: (808) 587-0320

Congrats Moanalua High School Class of 2011!