HONOLULU — The state Department of Land and Natural Resources will hold a discussion on the use of stand-up paddleboards in the ocean waters of Ala Moana Beach Park from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 2, at McCoy Pavilion at the park.

"In the past year the popularity of stand-up paddleboarding in Hawai'i has grown dramatically," DLNR chairperson Laura H. Thielen said in a news release.

"This is very apparent in the calm waters inside the reef at Ala Moana Beach Park. The conditions in this waterway are ideal for beginners. However, a rapid proliferation of paddleboards may be causing overcrowding and user conflicts in an area that historically has been used as a swim zone.

"The department is seeking public input on solutions to this potential problem before user conflicts become serious. We wish to thank the city and county's Ocean Safety staff for their cooperation as we work through this multi-jurisdictional issue," said Thielen.