276 Haili St. Hilo
HI 96720
Healthy soils are ALIVE! Check out the roots, organic matter, and earthworm in this healthy soil. Photo taken near Mana Road in Parker Ranch pasture in August 2016.
Matinée and Evening presentation (ONE DATE ONLY):
Hey, soil is more than just “dirt”! Soil is alive, a diverse ecosystem made up of organic matter, minerals, roots, worms, microbes, and much more! Soil tells the story of the iconic landscapes of the Hawaiian Islands, layer by layer, from the surface down to the rock below. It can also tell us the story of past use and management, and how that has affected the overall health of the soil.
Amy Koch, Soil Scientist from the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service, tells us why it is important to protect soil as one of our natural resources, and highlights the vital importance (to all of us) of healthy soil. Come learn how to tell if a soil is healthy and what you can do to enhance soil health (whether in a community garden, large or small farm, or your own backyard), twice on Monday, June 24 (afternoon and evening). We promise you will never see “dirt” in quite the same way!
Admission to these wonderful programs is free to Museum members, and $3.00 for nonmembers. Please support the Museum by becoming a member, and enjoy all Saigo Series programs, all year round, at no charge! Seating is limited; first come, first seated. ON MONDAY EVENINGS ONLY, additional parking is available next door at Hilo Union School, Kapiolani St. entrance; park, then walk through our green gate in the rock wall.
On Monday evenings, doors open at 6:30PM. E komo mai!
