H.O.M.E. (Hilo Ocean Mountain Ecosystem) Base Program
exploring the watershed and ahupua’a of Hilo Bay
Big Island Resource Conservation and Development Inc. has been awarded a NOAA B-WET Grant for Connections Public Charter School during the 2010-2011 school year. This grant is allowing students to study the Hilo Bay Watershed. The program directly involves students in meaningful science based outdoor experiences. Studnets are being introduced to the many habitats and biological communities of the Hilo Bay Watershed. They are participating in a comprehensive monitoring program, making observations on weather and water quality in the Hilo Watershed throughout the year. Students are studying how historical and current actions of geology, topography, climate and human influences impact water quality. Students are gaining a better understanding of ahupua’a resources management through kupuna. Students are also designing research projects using grade appropriate science tools.
The ultimate objective is for students to become inspired stewards of their watersheds and ahupua’a.
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