Friends of Lyon Arboretum

Reservations are open until noon, Friday 3/22! 🌺

Yoga and Mindful Hike (March) Enjoy a mindfulness-based, guided hike through Lyon Arboretum followed by a yoga session with views of Mānoa Valley.

UPDATE! We extended the WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6th class registration until this Monday. Sign up for the few spots left for this class by this Monday, March 4th!

🌺 Dive into the enchanting world of Hawaiian lei-making at Lyon Arboretum’s Lei Making Workshop with Hui Hana Lei Volunteers! Learn the intricate wili (wrapping) technique to craft your own stunning lei po’o (head lei) using fresh flowers and foliage.

📅 Class Date and Time: Wednesday, March 6, 2024, 9:00 am – 11:30 pm
📍 Location: Lyon Arboretum Visitors Center (VC) Upstairs classroom
👥 Class Size: Limited to 15 participants
💵 Price: $70.00 ($65 class fee, $5 materials fee)
🛠️ What to Bring/Wear: Floral clippers (or scissors), flowers and foliage, water for drinking in a reusable bottle (optional but strongly recommended), long sleeves and long pants (optional but strongly recommended), comfortable, closed-toed shoes with a good tread (required), bug spray (optional but recommended).

Click here to register via Eventbrite:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lei-making-class-with-hui-hana-lei-volunteers-wednesday-tickets-829404570397

Have you ever seen a poison dart frog? 🐸 Surprisingly, they’re a common sight at Lyon Arboretum in Manoa Valley! 🌿 Despite their toxic reputation, these brightly colored frogs aren’t native to Hawaii. 🏝️ In their natural habitats in Central and South America, they acquire toxins from specific insects, making them poisonous. 🦗 The absence of these environmental factors in Hawaii means our local frogs aren’t poisonous. Still, catching a glimpse of these vibrant creatures amidst the lush greenery is a must when exploring Lyon Arboretum! 🌺

E Komo Mai, welcome to Inspiration Point, where breathtaking views paint the perfect backdrop! Discover why Lyon Arboretum is a must-visit spot.

Open Monday to Friday from 9am to 3pm. Secure your free reservation online and immerse yourself in this natural wonderland! 🌿🌺

We are overwhelmed with gratitude as we reflect on the remarkable success of the Lyon Arboretum Fall Plant Sale 2023. It is with immense appreciation that we extend our heartfelt thanks to each and every one
of you who graced us with your presence.

To the Lyon crew, volunteers, and vendors, we cannot emphasize enough the pivotal role you played in bringing this extraordinary event to life. Your unwavering dedication, tireless efforts, and unwavering
support were instrumental in making this plant sale an absolute triumph.

In particular, we would like to shine a spotlight on the exceptional individuals who went above and beyond to ensure the event’s resounding success. Tim, Katie, Garrison, Dillion, and Makoa, your unwavering
commitment, perseverance, and countless hours invested in this endeavor were nothing short of extraordinary. Your unwavering dedication truly set the stage for an unforgettable experience.

From the bottom of our hearts, we express our deepest gratitude to each and every one of you who contributed to the Lyon Arboretum Fall Plant Sale 2023. Your collective efforts have solidified this event as
a truly exceptional and cherished memory.

🌿✨ Mark your calendars! 📅 Join us on December 9th from 12 pm-5 pm at Beerworks for an incredible event that’s all about making a difference! 🌺 We’re teaming up with Lyon Arboretum, the Plant Extinction Prevention Program, and the United States Botanical Garden Association to shine a spotlight on plant extinction prevention efforts in Hawaii.

🍻🌿 Exciting news: We’ve brewed a special beer featuring lemongrass and calamansi harvested right from Lyon Arboretum, adding a unique touch to support this important cause. 🍋 Let’s raise a glass to conservation and community!

🌺 Discover the beauty of the rare Cyanea taxa, affectionately known as HāHā in ʻŌlelo Hawai’i. 🌏💚 Learn about its significance and how we can all play a part in preserving Hawaii’s botanical treasures. Bring your friends, your curiosity, and your positive vibes! Together, we can make a difference and have a blast doing it!

🌺🌈 Join us for the on November 18th at the Honolulu Zoo! 🫶 We’re spreading the ʻōhiʻa love with prizes galore at our booth. 🏆🏆 Come celebrate 🎉 the beauty of ʻōhiʻa lehua with us- it will be a fun- family friendly filled day with giveaways and the spirit of Aloha. Don’t miss out ! ⭐️⭐️

Join us for a peaceful session of yoga and a mindfulness-based hike around Lyon Arboretum!

Being in nature and mindfulness practices such as yoga and meditation are good for your health. Experience these benefits yourself by joining us on a guided hike through the Arboretum and yoga in a beautiful studio with stunning views of Mānoa Valley. Each yoga and mindful hike session focuses on a different theme and expression. Previous yoga experience is not necessary. Class size is limited, so sign up early!

Date: Saturday, October 14, 2023. 9:30 am - 12:30 pm.
Cost: $30
Tickets sales begin: 9/22/23 at 9 am
For full information (including sign-up instructions): https://manoa.hawaii.edu/lyon/2023/06/16/community-classes-2023-fall-classes/

In July, Alexander & Baldwin made a generous contribution of $1,000 to Friends of Lyon Arboretum. The grant is to be used as general support of the arboretum’s operations in preserving native plants and inspiring tropical plant biodiversity and conservation through education and research. Mahalo Alexander & Baldwin!

Lyon Arboretum is searching for volunteers for the Visitor Center Gift Shop! Full details can be found here: https://www.volgistics.com/od/304373/assignment/10/profile

Lyon Arboretum at the University of Hawaiʻi is searching for a Director for the Hawaiian Rare Plant Program. The position is for a tenure-track, open-rank, faculty specialist. Full details can be found here.
https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/hawaiiedu/jobs/4099527/86151-hrpp-director?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Mark your calendar! Hui Hana Lei Volunteers are hosting two lei-making classes in July. Tickets go on sale next week, and space is extremely limited.
For full information, visit our website: https://manoa.hawaii.edu/lyon/2023/06/16/community-classes-2023-fall-classes/

We need your help here at Lyon Arboretum’s Visitor’s Center gift shop!

It’s summertime, which means that our visitor rate is at an all-time high! We are looking for volunteers to help greet our visitors, provide guests with general information about the Arboretum, carry out cashier transactions, and more!
This can be a perfect opportunity to earn volunteering hours, gain customer service experience, and meet new people.

The links for more information are provided below!

Duties and qualifications of a Gift Shop volunteer: https://www.volgistics.com/od/304373/place/27/profile
Volunteer Application: https://www.volgistics.com/appform/1155391139

We are also looking for University of Hawaiʻi student workers to work in the gift shop. So, if this is applicable to you find our application under Job Number 1239-A3 on the SECE website: https://sece.its.hawaii.edu/sece/student/jobsearch/get/listing?j=1239&p=9

We are buzzing with excitement for our upcoming community class: Intro to Beekeeping with Max the Beekeeper!

In this daylong retreat, local beekeeper Max Towey will share information about equipment, zoning laws, honeybee biology, and more. It’s an excellent class for the true novice. Space is very limited, so mark your calendar!

Date: Friday, August 4, 2023. 9:00 am - 2:30 pm.
Cost: $55
Tickets sales begin: 7/5/23
For full information (including sign-up instructions): https://manoa.hawaii.edu/lyon/2023/06/16/community-classes-2023-fall-classes/

Introducing Lyon Arboretum’s new Interim Director, Dr. Don Drake! Don comes from UH Mānoa's College of Natural Sciences in the Botany Department. We are excited and grateful to have Don here at Lyon and wish him the best in his new position!

We're hiring!

Lyon Arboretum is looking for a Senior Researcher with experience in GIS software, database management, and plant identification. You'll need to be able to work in inclement conditions, lift over 50 lbs, and work weekends occasionally. Desirable qualifications include a Master's degree in a related field, knowledge of Hawaiian and tropical trees, and experience with drones and grant applications.

Apply now on our website or at schooljobs.com/careers/hawaiiedu using job code 0078548.

The deadline to apply is 5/13/23.