Virtual Huakaʻi | Waikōloa Dry Forest Initiative

Resource Title: Virtual Huakaʻi | Waikōloa Dry Forest Initiative

Organization: Waikoloa Dry Forest Initiative

Description:

This resource is a virtual walking tour of the Waikōloa Dry Forest led by Preserve Manager Rob Yagi. It introduces viewers to the preserve, its native species, and the importance of dry forest restoration in Hawaiʻi. The tour supports place-based learning through an accessible online experience.

Target Audience: All

Instructional Roles: Enrichment, Hook activity, Main lesson

Environment: Classroom, Online only (e.g. interactive map), Self-guided

Content Type: Documentary, Interactive (Online), STEM investigation

Type Of Engagement: Investigate, Observe, Play / Explore, Reflect

Format: Video, Webpage

Activity:

Virtual Dry Forest Walk
Take a virtual walking tour of the Waikōloa Dry Forest with Rob Yagi and learn about the preserve, native species, and restoration efforts. The tour can be followed by discussion, reflection, or a comparison with in-person field experiences.

Topics Covered:

Dry forest ecology
Native species in Waikōloa
Forest restoration
Place-based learning
Stewardship and conservation
Waikōloa Dry Forest Preserve

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