Volunteer Training

Training is provided to all HBEP Volunteers to insure that individual volunteers are well-versed in the basics of reef ecology, the natural and cultural history of the site, and the specific regulations governing the use of Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve. Volunteers need to be able to answer visitor questions regarding these issues and provide accurate information in a thoughtful and helpful manner.

While some volunteer positions, such as Interpretive Guide and Program Docent, require a more lengthy training, it is important for all volunteers to understand the basic purpose and philosophy of HBEP, the organization their service is helping to support. Even "behind-the-scenes" volunteers, those providing clerical and maintenance support, will occasionally interact with the public and need to be able to answer visitor questions.

Shadow Shift
Duration: one four-hour shift
Required for: Interpretive Guide

Shadow shifts are scheduled by appointment, after completed volunteer application materials have been received and reviewed by the Volunteer Coordinator. The shadow shift is an opportunity for prospective "Interpretive Guides" to spend time with an experienced volunteer to see first hand what the position entails. After spending part of a day shadowing a volunteer, prospective volunteers can make an informed decision as to whether the position is a good match for them; something they would like to commit their time to and have fun doing.

Volunteer Orientation
Duration: one three-hour session
Required for: Clerical Assistant, Maintenance Support, Gardener
Optional for: Interpretive Guide, School Program Docent, Special Event Support

Orientation is offered up to six times per year, depending upon participant interest and program need.

Volunteer Training
Duration: four four-hour sessions, sixteen hours total
Required for: Interpretive Guide, School Program Docent, Special Event Support
Optional for: Clerical Assistant, Maintenance Support, Gardener

Typically offered three times per year, during the following months: January, April, September

Probationary Period
Duration: First three volunteer shifts
Required for: All HBEP Volunteer positions

© 2003-2004 Hanauma Bay Education Program, University of Hawaii Sea Grant Extension Service
100 Hanauma Bay Road ~ Honolulu, HI 96825 ~ Ph: (808) 397-5840 ~ E-mail: hanauma@hawaii.edu

Last updated March 17, 2008
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