SEABIRD PROTECTION The Hawaiian Islands are home to many unique and native species of seabirds, including some that are listed as endangered or threatened under federal and state endangered species statutes. Pride of America sails in and around the Hawaiian Islands year-round and has an established Seabird Protection Policy. We are committed to protecting all seabirds and provide regular updates on seabird issues in guest and crew communications. We work in close cooperation with the State of Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources for protecting, sustaining, and recovering Hawaii's seabird populations. Passing birds can mistake well-lit ship decks as inhabited islands and take refuge on the ships, so our vessels in Hawaii have established light pollution mitigation policies, procedures, and awareness training. 30