Hawaii
Field Trips
Annotated Lists
Hawaii State Parks
HawaiÃi's State Park System is composed of 53 state parks encompassing approximately 25,000 acres on the 5 major islands. These parks offer varied outdoor recreation and heritage opportunities.
Hawaii Web
Prepare yourself for a truly memorable experience as you guide
yourself throughout the Hawaiian islands learning the ancient
history, seeing the natural beauty, listening to the romantic
melody of this exotic culture.
Maui Loves Kids
For visitors to Maui. What the various hotels have to offer for
children's activities. Some more educational and fun sounding
than others.
O'ahu, Family Vacation Ideas
Enchanting and awesome, diverse and dynamic, the island is loaded
with good stuff for families.
Bike Tours
Haleakala Bike Company
Maui's most experienced, most affordable downhill tour company.
Get taken to the top of a volcano at dawn, and then ride down!
Stupendous views. (808) 575-9575
Children's Discovery Centers
Hawaii
Children's Discovery Center
Our interactive exhibits are designed to stimulate curiosity
and to help children develop problem solving skills. 111 Ohe
Street, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813. (808) 524-KIDS (524-5437)
Kaua'i Children's Discovery
Museum
A stimulating learning environment for keikis. Explore the earth
and the ocean, the flora and the fauna. Play games. Meet other
kids and parents. Kapa'a.
Culture
Bishop
Museum
Grade level activities and an education guide make this a well
organized field trip. 1525 Bernice Street, Honolulu Hawai`i 96817,
(808) 847-3511
Polynesian Cultural
Center
Located about one hour's scenic drive from Waikiki, is the top
paid Hawaiian attraction for a reason. Our seven native villages
give visitors the rare chance to participate in the daily adventures
of Hawaiian and other South Pacific cultures.
Family Sites
Terry's
Hawaiian Homeschool Hangout
Come take a virtual trip to Hawaii with this homeschool mom.
Geology
Hawai`i Volcanoes National
Park
The park highlights two of the world's most active volcanoes,
and offers insights on the birth of the Hawaiian Islands and
views of dramatic volcanic landscapes. Earn a Junior
Ranger badge. 30 miles from Hilo on Hawaii, the Big Island.
Hana Lava Tube
This is an incredible family adventure. It is safe, fun and free
of mosquitoes and bats. Maui. (808) 248-7308
Hanauma
Bay Nature Preserve
One of the most spectacular natural resources in Hawaii, is reaping
the benefits of over a decade of moves to re-establish its pristine
marine ecosystem.
Kawai
Nui Marsh
The largest fresh water marsh in the Hawaiian Islands.
Historic Places
Honolulu Sights
Photo album of the Arizona Pearl Harbor Memorial, and the Zeise
family on Waikiki Beach March 27-28, 2006.
`Iolani Palace
This National Historic Landmark is the only state residence of
royalty in the United States. Located at the corner of King and
Richards Streets in Honolulu.
Pearl Harbor
A detailed account of what to expect on a field trip to this
battle site, such as you won't be allowed to take your diaper
bag along.
Museums
Honolulu Academy
of Arts
Classes and special tours to bring art into the everyday lives
of students. 900 South Beretania Street, Honolulu, Hawaii 96814-1495.
(808) 532-8700
Whalers
Village Museum
The history-oriented museum brings to life Lahaina's whaling
era (1825-1860) with hundreds of artifacts, photo murals and
interpretive graphics. Free admission. Maui.
Natural Resources
Dole Pineapple
Plantation
Ride the Pineapple Express train offering a two-mile, 20-minute
fully narrated tour. Take a walk through the beautiful Plantation
Garden and learn of Hawaiian traditions and crafts. Explore our
Pineapple maze. 64-1550 Kamehameha Highway.
Hawaii
Audubon Society
Bird watching field trips. Details will be provided as the scheduled
dates get closer. A donation of $2 per participant on all field
trips is appreciated.
Hawai'i Nature
Center
We are recognized as the only organization in the State of Hawai'i
solely dedicated to educating island children about their unique
environment in the out-of-doors. 'Ioa Valley, Maui, (808) 244-6500
Koke'e Natural History
Museum
Open every day. Interpretive programs and exhibitions about Kaua'i'
s ecology, geology and climatology. Kekaha, Kaua'i, HI. (808)
335-9975
Kualoa Ranch
Tour by horseback, ATV, or tour tram. See where many movies were
filmed. Priced for tourists, but online booking is reasonable
- about $19.
National Tropical Botanical
Garden
Opportunities for homeschoolers to work at our restoration sites
through a program called Junior Restoration Team. We bring
students around middle and high school age to the Garden's restoration
sites, and the students learn about native ecosystems while working
with our Restoration Specialists. 3530 Papalina Road, Kalaheo,
HI, (808) 332-7324 ext. 250
Ocean Life
Maui Ocean Center
Your visit will be a journey of discovery through the extraordinary
underwater world that lies beyond Hawaii's surf-ringed shores
- from the complex beauty of the Living Reef, to the vast, blue
realm of the Open Ocean. 192 Maalaea Rd Wailuku, HI 96793.
Sea Life Park
Hawaii's marine life comes alive in a dazzling display that will
entertain and delight. Located just 15 miles from Waikiki on
Oahu's beautiful and scenic Makapuu Point.
Snuba Big Island
Ever wanted to swim in an aquarium? Minimum age is 8 for Snuba,
4 for Snuba Doo, no maximum age yet! (808) 326-7446
Waikiki Aquarium
Our exhibits, programs, and research focus on the aquatic life
of Hawaii and the tropical Pacific. Site features a virtual tour
and web cams. 2777 Kalakaua Avenue, Waikiki. (808) 923-9741
Science Museums
Richard
T. Mamiya Science Adventure Center
A gathering place for island residents and visitors to discover
the natural wonders of Hawai'i and the world through science
exploration. 1525 Bernice Street, Honolulu, Hawai'i 96817, Phone:(808)
847.3511
Travel Packages
Hawaii
Vacations
Funjet Vacations offers complete travel packages to beautiful
Hawaii. 
Zoos
Honolulu Zoo
Photo album of animals and plants seen when the Zeise family
visited the zoo in the rain March 29, 2006. Home page for the
Zoo.
Pana`ewa Rainforest
Zoo & Gardens
Located off Hwy. 11 in Hilo on the island of Hawaii. It is the
only natural tropical rainforest zoo in the United States Admission
is free. (808) 959-9233
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