February 2025: What’s in Hawaii’s Night Sky?
Ah, the Hawaiian night sky in February 2025—a cosmic masterpiece painted with planets, stars, and celestial events! Given Hawaii’s position near the equator and its dark-sky locations, you’ll have an excellent vantage point for some of the universe’s best offerings. Here are the top things to see: 1. Planetary Parade – February 28 A rare…
Hiking and Altitude sickness on Mauna Kea, Hawaii
Hiking and Altitude sickness on Mauna Kea, Hawaii Summary How to hike Mauna Kea, Hawaii Mountain climbers may be at risk of altitude sickness during ascent. Altitude sickness occurs when a person ascends too quickly, preventing the body from adequately adjusting to lower oxygen levels and changes in air pressure. Symptoms of altitude sickness include…