Colonia, Yap—Yap Visitors Bureau will hold a “A taste of Yap” event on Friday August 30, 2019, starting at noon. The event, which will be held at the Yap Living History Museum Grounds, will showcase the local foods of Yap, plus art and handicraft items for sale. The festival will also provide individuals and groups with the opportunity to sell and showcase local foods of the island, plus art and handicraft items.
Events
ENJOY THESE EVENTS AS THEY HAPPEN ACROSS MICRONESIA!
GUAM
Boonie Stomps -Tinago Falls
- Boonie Stomp
- Saturday, August 17, 2019
Aug 17 Tinago Falls Medium 3 hours for 2 miles
We trek to a great scenic area on Guam, a series of waterfalls and cascades in the southeast. There is something for everyone to enjoy, from tiny tots playing in the cascades or to jumping, waterfall showers, and a rock slide for the more adventurous. There’s even a hammock for the more sedate. Bring: 2 quarts water, hiking shoes, gloves, swim suit, sun screen, insect repellent, lunch, and camera. Special conditions: Possible mud, a short steep section
We trek to a great scenic area on Guam, a series of waterfalls and cascades in the southeast. There is something for everyone to enjoy, from tiny tots playing in the cascades or to jumping, waterfall showers, and a rock slide for the more adventurous. There’s even a hammock for the more sedate. Bring: 2 quarts water, hiking shoes, gloves, swim suit, sun screen, insect repellent, lunch, and camera. Special conditions: Possible mud, a short steep section
GUAM
Boonie Stomps -Pagat Loop Pagat Cave Only
- Boonie Stomp
- Saturday, August 10, 2019
Aug 10 Pagat Loop Difficult 4 hours for 3 miles
Pagat Cave Only Medium 3 hours for 2 miles
We offer two ways to get to the same place! We descend the cliff and through the limestone forest to explore the ocean arch with possible jumping and swimming, explore the ancient Chamorro village, then swim in the underground fresh water pool. Bring: 3 quarts water, hiking shoes, swim suit, flashlight, gloves, sun screen, insect repellent, lunch, and camera. Special conditions: Stretches of steep trail, walking in cave water and over rough limestone rocks.
Pagat Cave Only Medium 3 hours for 2 miles
We offer two ways to get to the same place! We descend the cliff and through the limestone forest to explore the ocean arch with possible jumping and swimming, explore the ancient Chamorro village, then swim in the underground fresh water pool. Bring: 3 quarts water, hiking shoes, swim suit, flashlight, gloves, sun screen, insect repellent, lunch, and camera. Special conditions: Stretches of steep trail, walking in cave water and over rough limestone rocks.
GUAM
Boonie Stomps - Waterfall Valley
- Boonie Stomp
- Saturday, August 3, 2019
Aug 03 Waterfall Valley Medium 3 hours for 1 mile
We visit the large Upper Falls for jumping and swimming fun. We then have a choice of walking down the river and on jungle trail (hard) or returning to the cars and walking down the road to reach the large middle falls, then take the trail down to the lower falls for jumping, swimming, and exploring. Bring: 2 quarts water, wet shoes, gloves, sun screen, insect repellent, lunch, and camera. Special conditions: Walking in water, slippery rocks and mud, and mosquitoes.
We visit the large Upper Falls for jumping and swimming fun. We then have a choice of walking down the river and on jungle trail (hard) or returning to the cars and walking down the road to reach the large middle falls, then take the trail down to the lower falls for jumping, swimming, and exploring. Bring: 2 quarts water, wet shoes, gloves, sun screen, insect repellent, lunch, and camera. Special conditions: Walking in water, slippery rocks and mud, and mosquitoes.
GUAM
Boonie Stomps - Invasion Hike to Tony’s Falls Tony’s Falls Only
- Boonie Stomp
- Saturday, July 27, 2019
Jul 27 Invasion Hike to Tony’s Falls Difficult 4 hours for 2 miles
Tony’s Falls Only Easy 1 hour for .5 miles
The Invasion hike retraces the trail of the US 3rd Marines from Asan Beach up the hills and cliffs to Nimitz Hill and the Asan Bay Overlook Memorial. We then hike the open ridge down to Tony’s Falls for jumping and swimming. The Tony’s Falls Only hike takes a short trail directly to the falls and is perfect for small children and novice hikers. Bring: 3 quarts water, get wet shoes, gloves, swim suit, sun screen, insect repellant, snacks. Special conditions: Sword grass, steep hills.
Tony’s Falls Only Easy 1 hour for .5 miles
The Invasion hike retraces the trail of the US 3rd Marines from Asan Beach up the hills and cliffs to Nimitz Hill and the Asan Bay Overlook Memorial. We then hike the open ridge down to Tony’s Falls for jumping and swimming. The Tony’s Falls Only hike takes a short trail directly to the falls and is perfect for small children and novice hikers. Bring: 3 quarts water, get wet shoes, gloves, swim suit, sun screen, insect repellant, snacks. Special conditions: Sword grass, steep hills.
SAIPAN
35th Saipan International Fishing Tournament
- Cultural Events
- Saturday, July 20, 2019 to Sunday, July 21, 2019
GUAM
Boonie Stomps - Liberation Stomp
- Boonie Stomp
- Saturday, July 20, 2019
Jul 20 Liberation Stomp Easy 4 hours
As we approach Guam’s Liberation anniversary, we offer a perfect introduction to Guam’s WWII history and a great family hike. We travel by car to several sites from the Liberation of Guam in July 1944, including Asan Beach, Asan Bay Overlook, Piti Guns, Ga’an Point and Mt. Alifan. Bring: 2 quarts water, hiking shoes, gloves, sun screen, insect repellent, lunch, and camera. Special conditions: Short climbs and possible slippery slopes, some sword grass at Mount Alifan.
As we approach Guam’s Liberation anniversary, we offer a perfect introduction to Guam’s WWII history and a great family hike. We travel by car to several sites from the Liberation of Guam in July 1944, including Asan Beach, Asan Bay Overlook, Piti Guns, Ga’an Point and Mt. Alifan. Bring: 2 quarts water, hiking shoes, gloves, sun screen, insect repellent, lunch, and camera. Special conditions: Short climbs and possible slippery slopes, some sword grass at Mount Alifan.
TINIAN
International Fishing Derby (July 13-14) Tinian Cliff Fishing Derby
- Cultural Events
- Saturday, July 13, 2019 to Sunday, July 14, 2019
Similar to the Rota Cliff Fishing Derby, the Tinian Cliff Fishing Derby features fishing along Tinian’s daunting cliff lines. Beware of crashing waves but have lots of fun at this thrilling event.
For more information, please contact the MVA Tinian office at +1-670-433-9365 or email [email protected].
For more information, please contact the MVA Tinian office at +1-670-433-9365 or email [email protected].