Method of Operation It would seem desirable that one person direct the botanical aspects of the program, in order to ensure uniform methods of data collection and interpretation and uniform presentation of results. This person should, preferably, be located in Honolulu, for reasons of accessibility to the study area and for training purposes (see below). It would be incumbent upon this person to ensure that the primary objectives of this study are those which are most closely related to the goals of the P.O.B.S.P. He should have sufficient control over field data collection to ensure that the data determined to be most important are obtained first, and that standard methods of collection are used on all islands. It appears feasible that the direction of the botanical portion of the program could be undertaken on a consulting basis. The con- sultant should be willing to direct the work of employees of the P.O.B.S.P., provide training in botanical field methods for these employees, direct the compilation of results, and prepare the appropriate reports. The consultant directing the botanical project should prepare as soon as possible: 1. A list of the types of information required, and the methods for gathering this information. 2. A list of the plant species expected to occur in the study area, and a key to these species which can be used in the field. 3. A training program of one or two days' duration for preparing field workers for making botanical studies.