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Discover Hawaii. Aloha from Oahu Nature Tours A L O H A! Discover the spectacular natural beauty of Oahu; Hawaii's bird and plant species, waterfalls, rainforests, volcanic craters, dolphins, whales and coral reefs... Oahu Nature Tours We specialize in small group size, guided eco-tours to see Hawaii's unique native bird and plant species. Spectacular scenery, excellent photographic opportunities, and information about the Geology, Archaeology, Mythology and History of Hawaii await you on our fun and educational tours. Founded in 1995 as the original nature adventure company on Oahu, we provide the finest eco-tours and best prices available, and have professional, knowledgeable and friendly local guides to narrate each location visited and assist you while exploring our beautiful island. Whether you are interested in a rainforest - waterfall hike, a Diamond Head Crater adventure, Green Sea Turtles or colorful tropical birds and flowers; or simply would like to learn fun and interesting facts about the natural history of Hawaii, Oahu Nature Tours has always been the adventure travelers' and travel agents' choice for quality ecotours . As a long-term partner of the "Nature Conservancy" we donate a portion of proceeds to local conservation efforts. Through our website, excursions and environmental projects we are committed to work towards the continued enjoyment and existence of our magnificent but endangered natural treasures. "Let us show you the REAL Hawaii." Custom birdwatching tours are also available at request, led by Michael Walther, the owner of Oahu Nature Tours, who has conducted numerous Hawaii forest bird surveys and has written books and magazine articles about Hawaii's native species... Oahu Nature Tours is proud to be a member of The Nature Conservancy of Hawaii, The Hawaiian Audubon Society and The Conservation Council for Hawaii . Use these links to travel through our site Oahu Nature Tours Our Adventures Reservations About Oahu Nature Tours Our Professional Guides Our Management Team Maps of Oahu Guestbook Gift Certificate Oahu Nature Tours Gift Shop - -- Tour Photos by Tour Date Photo & Video Galleries The Risks of Hiking Without a Guide. FAQ Printer friendly fact sheet Hawaiian Links Media Coverage Of Our Tours Hawaii Visitor Guide Hawaiian Birding and Ecology Oahu Bird Species Checklist Hawaii Bird Sightings Our Ecological Restoration Projects Explore Oahu's offshore Islands Hawaii's Endangered Species "Species of the Month" Hawaii's Extinct Native Forest Birds Last Remaining Native Forest Birds Birds of Polynesia Images of Hawaii's Birds Pelagic Birding TRAVEL AGENTS AND GROUP RESERVATIONS Please Click Here Find out how to receive 30% commission on each reservation you make with Oahu Nature Tours Click for Honolulu, Hawaii Weather Forecast Online Reservations Pages TRAVEL AGENTS AND GROUP RESERVATIONS Phone: 808-924-2473 Fax: 808-924-5395 General E-mail: natureguide@oahunaturetours.com Reservations E-mail: reservations@oahunaturetours.com Oahu Nature Tours, Inc., 1995 Tour Photos

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Introduction to Kilauea Volcano, Hawai`i Eruption Update Eruption Summary Hazards History Panorama Images Kilauea -- Perhaps the World's Most Active Volcano View north-northeast across Kilauea's summit caldera and Halema`uma`u crater (left of center) Kilauea is the youngest and southeastern most volcano on the Big Island of Hawai`i. Topographically Kilauea appears as only a bulge on the southeastern flank of Mauna Loa, and so for many years Kilauea was thought to be a mere satellite of its giant neighbor, not a separate volcano. However, research over the past few decades shows clearly that Kilauea has its own magma-plumbing system, extending to the surface from more than 60 km deep in the earth. In fact, the summit of Kilauea lies on a curving line of volcanoes that includes Mauna Kea and Kohala and excludes Mauna Loa. In other words, Kilauea is to Mauna Kea as Lo`ihi is to Mauna Loa. Hawaiians used the word Kilauea only for the summit caldera, but earth scientists and, over time, popular usage have extended the name to include the entire volcano. 11 October 2002 The eruption of Kilauea Volcano that began in 1983 continues at the cinder-and-spatter cone of Pu`u `O`o (high point on skyline). Lava erupting from the cone flows through a tube system down Pulama pali about 11 km to the sea (lower left). Map of Kilauea, including location of Pu`u `O`o Sketch showing magma reservoir & active lava-tube system Kilauea is the home of Pele, the Hawaiian volcano goddess. Hawaiian chants and oral traditions tell in veiled form of many eruptions fomented by an angry Pele before the first European, the missionary Rev. William Ellis, saw the summit in 1823. The caldera was the site of nearly continuous activity during the 19th century and the early part of this century. Since 1952 there have been 34 eruptions, and since January 1983 eruptive activity has been continuous along the east rift zone. All told, Kilauea ranks among the world's most active volcanoes and may even top the list. | Eruption Update | Eruption Summary | Hazards | History | Kilauea Facts Map of the Island of Hawai`i Location 19.425 N 155.292 W Elev. Above Sea Level 1,277 m 4,190 ft Area 1,430 km 2 552 mi 2 (13.7% of Hawai`i) Volume 25,000-35,000 km 3 6,000-8,500 mi 3 Hawaiian Meaning The Hawaiian name "Kilauea" means "spewing" or "much spreading," apparently in reference to the lava flows that it erupts. Most Recent Eruption Continuous since January 3, 1983 Number of Historical Eruptions 61, not counting the continuous lava-lake activity in Halema`uma`u crater Summit Caldera The caldera itself has no Hawaiian name other than Kilauea but houses the famous crater, Halema`uma`u; "hale" is a house, "ma`uma`u" a type of fern. Kamapua`a, a jilted suitor of Pele, is said to have built a house of ferns over Halema`uma`u to keep Pele from escaping her home and causing eruptions. The ploy failed. Dimension: 6 x 6 km (outermost faults), 3 x 5 km (main depression) Depth: 165 m deep Age: probably several incremental collapses 500-210 years ago Oldest Dated Rocks 23,000 years old Estimated Age of Earliest Subaerial Eruptions 50,000-100,000 years Estimated Age of First Eruption of Kilauea 300,000-600,000 years before present Hawaiian Volcano Stage Shield-forming stage The URL of this page is http://hvo.wr.usgs.gov/kilauea/ Contact: hvowebmaster@usgs.gov Updated: 6 December 2005 (pnf)

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Hawaiian Food - Patrick's Hawaiian Cafe - Hawaiian Restaurant - Vancouver Washington, Portland Oregon - Home . Home Menu Catering Location Specials Live Music Photos Patrick's Hawaiian Cafe ... Best Hawaiian Food in the NW! Is open for Lunch and Dinner. Delicious "home-cooked" Hawaiian food. Live music Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights starting at 6pm! Hula dancers and polynesian revue on Sundays! We also do catering for weddings, parties and events. Print out our coupon for your next visit! Great Prices and Specials everyday! In the Vancouver, Washington and Portland, Oregon area Aloha, Several years ago, I moved from Honolulu to Vancouver, WA (near Portland OR). I found myself craving for the "local Hawaiian food" I left behind. Every chance I have, I return home and the first thing I do is eat at my favorite local Hawaiian restaurants. The cultural mix in Hawaii is amazing. The Hawaiians, Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese, Filipinos, Thai and the Koreans all have made valuable contributions to Hawaii's multicultural society. And because we have this Asian and Polynesian blend, Hawaii has become a "gathering place" for chefs to practice their craft. The festive culinary possibilities are endless. But, nobody can argue, home-cooked meals are the best. Most people would have to agree that their favorite foods are the ones that mom and dad would make for them at home. They bring happy memories back to us when we eat them. We would like to share not only our "home-cooked" meals, but more important, the "Spirit of Aloha" with you, your friends, your family and the world. Mahalo, Patrick Need to email me? No problem! hawaiiancafe@aol.com Kalani Falcons, Where Are They Now? (this is a really nice article about Patrick! Read it!) Hawaiian Gatherings Hawaiian Collectibles, Antiques and Hawaiian themed event planning Patrick's Hawaiian Cafe 316 SE 123rd Ave. #D1 Vancouver, WA 98683 (360) 885-0881 Open 11am - 9pm 7 Days a week Home | Menu | Catering | Location | Specials | Live Music | Photos Web pages by Sparklepages Web Design

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