"Aloha, Kohola!" Welcome back, Humpback Whales!

It's Whale Season! Or, as we say in Hawaii, "It's Kohola Season!"  Okay, okay...so we don't really say that, but Kohola is (as you've probably guessed it) the word for whale in Hawaiian. So call it what you will, we just call it good family fun.

One of the greatest things about Whale Season is how excited everyone gets when the whales return. The islands buzz when the whales enter Hawaiian waters and the excitement can be felt throughout the entire community. In February, the whales even have their very own day, World Whale Day (presented by Pacific Whale Foundation), which is celebrated from morning to night in the town of Kihei. The morning starts with a parade and the fun continues all day at Kalama Park. 

In January and February 2014, be sure to visit the Maui Ocean Center. They will be holding a two-month promotion celebrating the return of the whales called "Crazy for Kohola". Whale Season runs from December to April, but "Scout" whales can be seen as early as October, and some straggler whales are still hanging out as late as May.

Throughout Crazy for Koholā, guests will be invited to discover the fascinating world of the Humpback with exciting whale-themed activities, including special interactive naturalist presentations, children’s story time and crafts, and whale watching from Harbor Plaza. A complimentary kid’s whale activity page, which can be completed at home or at the Aquarium, is available online and at the Aquarium’s front gate. Aquarium activities, excluding tour upgrades and lunch specials, are included with paid admission. ~ Maui Ocean Center

Visit Maui Ocean Center's website and Facebook page for more info:

Additional info (from MOC):

• See News & Calender: http://bit.ly/1grJVdS
  
• Download the Whale Activity Page:http://bit.ly/1coGzGU