Exploring Hanauma Bay: Revised and Expanded

by Susan Scott, David R. Schrichte (Photographer)

Overview

This revised and expanded edition of the popular Exploring Hanauma Bay is the only guidebook you will need for East O‘ahu’s spectacular nature preserve, a favorite of residents and visitors alike. Whether you plan to snorkel, dive, tour the park on foot, or take in the bay from the beach, this book will help you make the most of your visit. Veteran Hawai‘i columnist and marine enthusiast Susan Scott has devised six tours to accommodate a wide range of interests and abilities, while covering the geology, biology, and history of the bay. The book is fully illustrated with more than 250 color photos and includes safety tips, transportation advice, and a helpful list of park do’s and don’ts.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780824837488
Publisher:	University of Hawaii Press, The
Publication date:	07/31/2013
Pages:	144
Product dimensions:	5.98(w) x 9.30(h) x 0.34(d)

About the Author

A former registered nurse, Susan Scott earned a bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of Hawai‘i in 1985 and is a graduate of the university’s Marine Option Program, where she specialized in marine science journalism. Since 1987, Susan has written the weekly “Ocean Watch” column for the Honolulu Star-Advertiser and has worked as a volunteer for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service since 1989.

Table of Contents

Introduction v

Hours and Information vi

Getting to Hanauma Bay viii

Do's and Don'ts of Hanauma Bay x

Other Snorkeling Sites on O'ahu xii

Tour 1 Walking the Upper Park 1

Tour 2 Walking the Lower Park 9

Tour 3 Beginning Snorkeling 27

Tour 4 Intermediate Snorkeling 55

Tour 5 Advanced Snorkeling 81

Tour 6 Scuba Diving 100

Index 127

Editorial Reviews

Written for walkers, waders, snorkelers, and divers exploring the popular underwater park in Hawaii. Describes six tours that accommodate a range of abilities and interests. Describes geological and biological features, aided by splendid color photos. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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