Description

This is a mini tour to allow those teens who are not able to attend the full 4 weeks. We have only one scheduled summer camp per year, and breaking this tour up into smaller weeks allows for a different experience for those on a limited time frame.

During this portion of summer camp, teens will work hands on with homeless children from 9a.m. to 4p.m. in day camp activities. Our adventure summer camp is a traveling/exploration camp:

Interactive Field Trips Include:
* Zoo to allow our children to learn about different animals, visit the petting zoo and feed the white tiger. Teen mentors will also help their buddies make animal masks and read animal stories.
* Oneka 'aka' as Beach to explore the ecosystem of the tide-pools. Teens will also help make underwater telescopes to allow the children to see up close the fish, and sea creatures below their feet.
* UH Hawai'i will be hosting an athletic and cultural day for the group. We will be introduced to native Hawaiian sports and activities.
* Movie Day. Teens and their buddies will choose a movie and enjoy ice-shave (a local favorite).
* Hats off to Reading Parade. The mentors and their buddies will make hats and then parade to the local park for an afternoon of play. We will also parade to McDonald's to enjoy an ice-cream sundae.
* Pahoa Pool will also be part of our field trip. This center has a fun area for the smaller children to play water games, as well as a full size pool with high dive board.
* Teens will earn a total of 50 hours of community service in mentoring and leadership.

In the evenings teens will participate in the cultural events to include:
* Making authentic Ti' Leaf Lei and Hula Skirts
* Learning the art of Hula and Play Ukulele with the local award winning band
* Preparing Lau Lau the traditional Hawaiian dish for the luau.

Teens will earn a total of 10 community service hours for their work towards graduation prep.

During the weekend (Friday-Sunday) we will be exploring the other side of the islands. This will include the hot spot beaches and a snorkel cruise in Kona. We will also enjoy Teen Night Dance at the locals favorite spot and walk the shops of Ali'i Drive. Teens will also help with the collection of school supplies for their camp buddies. They will earn 8 hours of community service in marketing and promotion.

Highlights

This is a fun filled packed mini tour. We try to give a well-rounded experience even though you are not able to attend the full 4 week camp.

The highlights for this tour include:
* Working Hands on with Homeless Children.
* Cultural Lessons/Once in a Life-time Experiences
* Traveling/Exploring the Hawaiian Island
* Making Life-long friendships
* Changing the lives of homeless children
* Your tuition is tax deductible.

Travel Types

• Dancing
• Eco Tours
• Nature Tours
• Snorkeling
• Sports
• Tours
• Volunteering

Qualifications

* Teens must be open to new adventures and working with children. This is a very unique program that allows teens to work hands on with the homeless children in a day camp setting.
* Teens will be able to choose their camp buddies and guide them through the scheduled activities.
* Teens must be energetic and love exploring new places, and the will to learn a new culture. This mini tour will earn 60 hours of community service in leadership and mentoring, along with marketing skills.
* Teens are required to fly in and out of the Hilo International Airport (ITO) The teens will be greeted by our staff at the airport with their traditional lei, and then taken to the hotel to rest and meet up with the other group.
For Departure: Teens will need to be departing FROM Hilo International Airport Before noon. (if you are unable to make these arrangements we will make staff arrangements for your teen; however, there will be a USD50 charge to add this service.)

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

USD 3,750 early discount of USD350.00 by Dec. 31

Cost Includes:

• Excursions
• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Registration fees
• Travel while in host country

Program Fees Include:

This is an all exclusive tour. Once your teen arrives in Hilo, we provide everything from personal hygiene to meals, from hotel stay to travel. All admissions and rentals of watersports, etc. Teens only provide their roundtrip airfare to and from ITO (Hilo International Airport). Teens typically bring spending money for personal items and souvenirs.

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

A typical volunteer is open minded and up for anything. Really enjoys working with children and working as a team member to complete the tasks at hand. Tries new things, and willing to make new friends.

Age Range

14-19

This Program is open to

American, Asian, Australian, Canadian and European Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Other

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

in Groups of 4-24

Application Process Involves

• Essay
• Letters of Reference
• Other
• Phone/Video Interview
• Physical Exam/Health Records
• Resume
• Transcript
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

2 days after application rec.

Project Hawai'i with Cultural Institute of America's Mission Statement

Our mission is to empower teens to make a difference in their tomorrow while making changes in present through interactive solutions. Providing the teens leadership skills to enhance the lives of homeless children and helping to end the cycle of poverty in America. While learning about and exploring the Cultural aspects from true Hawaiians and Fostering Cultural Exchange, awareness and acceptance.

Year Founded

1990