All entries will be timed except for babies in strollers.

$25 Early Entry postmarked by 8/12/11
$30 Late Entry postmarked by 8/13/11-9/9/11
$35 Day of Race Entry

MAIL IN YOUR REGISTRATION BY 9/2/11 AND YOU CAN STILL RECEIVE A RACE T-SHIRT! NO T-SHIRTS FOR LATE AND DAY OF RACE ENTRIES.

This drug-free event is sponsored by the Waipahu Community Coalition, Waipahu Community Association, and Waipahu Weed & Seed.

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Date: Sunday, September 25, 2011
Time: 7:00 am start
Location: “Hawaii’s Plantation Village”, 94-695 Waipahu St., Waipahu 96797 (Map)

Website: www.canehaulrun.blogspot.com

Press Photo’s Courtesy: Atlantis Submarines

The Hawaiian archipelago, stretching from the big island of Hawai’i northwestward past Midway Island, is the primary terrestrial habitat of the Hawaiian Monk Seal (HMS). Nearly 90% of them live around the tiny, uninhabited islands and atolls in the upper reaches of the chain. For approximately 35-40 seals, the waters and beaches of Kauai are home. Some of these seals regularly swim between islands and others are only seen on Kauai.

On Kauai a group of residents joined together to create the Kauai Monk Seal Watch Program. There motto is E ho’olaulima makou I malama ‘ilio o ke kai “We must cooperate to take care of our monk seals.”

Each time a monk seal is resting on the shore it is roped off with signs included and a member of the program arrives to make sure the monk seal is not disturbed and to answer any questions spectators may have. Kauai Monk Seal Watch Program also helps if anyone sees or hears of a seal caught in debris (i.e. discarded netting, rope, plastic trash), they will contact governmental authorities and get to the area as soon as possible to see what can be done. They also identify a seal by tags, markings, or scars, and pass that information on to their coordinator. A combination of beach counts, air sightings, and specifically identified seals allows experts to estimate population.

Kauai Monk Seal Watch Program (KMSWP) has developed numerous outreach projects, most of which are ongoing. All of them are designed to involve our resident or visitor community, or both, in protecting endangered Hawaiian Monk Seals (HMS).

In April 2001, KMSWP volunteers began visiting public school classrooms islandwide to present an hour-long program about Hawaiian Monk Seals. At the completion of the tenth (2010) school season, they have provided over 10,000 students with the KMSWP educational program. The success of the annual education effort has exceeded everyone’s expectations.

While hanging out with a member while they are protecting the sleeping seals from possible injury, one will soon learn how much the members love these seals. Each seal has a name and they know which seal is related to whom in many cases. It’s a unique and memorable experience to be a part of something so wonderful and to learn so much about an endangered species while on a simple outing to the beach.

A volunteer works to free a monk seal entangled in marine debris

KMSWP is an entirely volunteer organization sponsored by generous donors. One hundred percent of this money directly funds their projects. If you would like to support KMSWP you may visit them at their site: http://www.kauaimonkseal.com/Support.html for full details.

Photo Credit: KMSWP

Three Ring Ranch blossomed into a successful and essential sanctuary for exotic animals and the community. The sanctuary works with the public school system teaching students about endangered species and other related topics. The school program goes into the classroom for several teaching sessions and follows-up. The students then visit the center on a field trip for an interactive learning experience.
The ranch also provides private guided tours for a donation. Three Ring Ranch is a 501c non profit and 100% of the funds collected goes towards the rehabilitation and care for the animals.

When it comes to the animals there is quite a variety. There are a lot of birds. There are currently Nene, Hawaiian I’o (hawk), Barn Owls, a Snow goose and even a Pink Flamingo, to name only a few. The creepiest resident of the ranch would have to be the Nude Lab Rat, as you may have guessed it is hairless. There are some more common animals like sheep, bats and mice. Some on the exotic side that somehow seem even more foreign on Hawaiian soil. The Llama, Zebra and Nigerian Dwarf Goat are quite a sight. The ranch may sound a bit like a mini zoo but remember it is really so much more.

Rehabilitation for the survival of a species is a very noble, and intensive mission. The Hawaiian Pueo or Hawaiian Short Eared Owl is a beautiful and endangered species. Three ring Ranch has done a wonderful job rehabilitating these birds of prey back into the wild. The Pueo is Sacred to the Hawaiian people and is seen as “The Protector” in Hawaiian Spirituality. Rehabilitating these birds is not only helping to save a species but it is also helping to preserve and perpetuate Hawaiian Culture.

Owl

Three Ring Ranch is continuously striving to make a difference. If you would like to learn more about the ranch, take a private tour or support them with a tax free donation visit their website at http://www.threeringranch.org

Photo Credit: Three Ring Ranch

Very few permits are given for people to stay in the Kalalau Valley and campers have to get these permits at least 6 months in advance. This does not seem to matter to the many people who illegally hike the trail and stay in the valley on an ongoing basis. Many people believe it is really no big deal but the truth is, heavy traffic is taking it’s toll on the trail and the people living in the valley may indeed be threatening the very place they love.

Kalalau Valley is owned and cared for by the state of Hawaii and is rich in Hawaiian history. Long ago many native Hawaiians lived in the valley, farming taro on terraced fields and hill-sides. Today, the state park forbids any one from residing there. The state also contracts workers to come in and do maintenance on the trail and in the valley. The latest trail and valley maintenance started in September 2010. The workers spending days at a time out on the trail doing dangerous and extremely exhausting work to make a better and safer environment for the hikers and campers who come to visit.

Illegal visitors and campers not only come in by trail but also by kayak. The rangers do frequent the valley to check for permits but they are obviously not able to find everyone who is living there. The residents and long term vacationers are not living as a tribe or self-sustaining community, but rather importing the daily modern amenities they want to enjoy. The state has tried with best efforts to keep people from living in the valley but the workers have found proof that these efforts are not paying off.

Kalalau Valley Lookout

The most recent work crews have found that people are leaving an enormous amount of trash behind. They found everything from food wrappings, beer bottles and cans to blue tarps, broken camp stoves and tents, completely abandoned camps used for permanent residents, blankets, food and much more. The amount of trash left in the valley poses threat to the natural flora and beauty of the secluded and majestic atmosphere of the location. Workers are making an effort to clean out the discarded and disregarded mess left behind. The state is also looking at innovative ways to better control illegal camping in the valley.

For more information about Kalalau Valley and permits required visit the Hawaii State Parks website: http://808t.in/20n

1. Start early. At 7:30 a.m. you will hear an air horn blare and know the market has officially opened. The best selection is available first thing in the morning, and vendors often sell out at this popular market.

2. Take the bus. The small parking lot is packed early in the morning. The best bet is to take The Bus to the stop in front of the college. If you are a walker, enjoy a pleasant hike from Waikiki, uphill to the college and downhill on your return.

3. BYOB. Go green and bring your own reusable shopping bags or wheeled carts to carry your purchases home. Cloth bags are sturdier than plastic, while reducing trash and energy consumption.

4. Bring cash. Leave your charge cards and traveler’s checks at home. This is a green zone, cash only. Prices are not cheap.

5. Enjoy the variety. Just picked salad greens, ripe heirloom tomatos, sea vegetables, corn on the cob, Kona coffee, poke, fresh bread and kettle corn are just a few of the items to peruse. Select tropical orchids and exotic Bird of Paradise flowers to add rainbows of color to your home.

6. Taste something new. Many vendors offer samples so you can become familiar with new items. Be open to trying different foods and products, and you may find a new favorite dish. Sweet honey, fresh lavender, pesto pizza, and tangy seaweed salads will tempt your senses.

7. Ask questions. If you have a question or are curious, just ask. Many of the companies represented are small family owned businesses. The owners are proud of their products and delight in telling you about their goods.

8. Come hungry. While you sample goodies, save room for some hearty fare. Cosmopolitan cooked to order snacks and meals will tempt your senses. Egyptian curried tofu, Portuguese sausage and eggs, Spam and rice loco moco plates flavors waft through the aisles. Be sure to check out the bakery goods.

9. Sit tight. A lone picnic table is available for dining on a first come basis. If you are lucky to get a spot, be prepared to share the community table with others. Take this opportunity to meet residents and tourists alike at the table and learn about neighborhood gems only locals know about.

10. People watch. The crowd is as diverse as the products at the market. Just listen, and you will hear a cornucopia of languages spoken by your fellow shoppers. Bus loads of Japanese and other tourists unload curious shoppers. People watching is as interesting as shopping at this market.

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The Kapi’olani Community College Farmer’s Market is a year round Saturday morning treat. Get out early for the best choice of locally produced foods, flowers and products. Stock up and you will be able to enjoy the fresh flavors throughout the week.

Kapiolani Community College Saturday Farmer’s Market

Parking Lot C (Off of Diamond Head Road)

4303 Diamond Head Road

Honolulu, HI 96816-4421 Map
Every Saturday, 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
http://kapiolani.hawaii.edu/object/farmersmarket.html

About this guest blogger:
April M. Williams is a frequent visitor to Hawaii and a great friend of 808Talk. She is also the author of the book “Social Networking Throughout Your Career”, available in paperback and on the Kindle.

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The Chicago area, where I’ve lived most my life, is a melting pot of cultures. The Midwest is dramatically different from this scenic locale over four thousand miles from the place where I grew up. From the moment we boarded the plane for our first visit we heard “aloha” and “mahalo“. Once we got off the plane in Honolulu we saw bilingual signs, though the second language was not Spanish as it would be at home. English, Japanese and sometimes Hawaiian was printed on these signs. I remembering standing in front of two restroom doors trying to decide if I was a “kane” (man) or “wahine” (woman) since I didn’t recognize the words.

Oahu’s population is a diverse mix of cultures in which no majority is represented. Japanese are the largest minority making up over 23% of the population. Other Asians are another 32% of the demographics. White, non-Hispanic are less than 18% of the total state residents.

Sometimes I’ll ask others if they have traveled to Hawaii. A common response I hear is “No, I’ve never been outside the United States.” Hawaii is a state and has been since 1959, though it has the exotic feel of another country.

Dancing The Hula

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Locals actively promote the Hawaiian culture through dance, stories and music at shows free to the public. The dance is “hula” and you will often find the instrument of choice to be the ukulele. Mistakenly thought to be of Hawaiian origin by many, the ukulele was actually brought to the islands by Portuguese laborers many years ago.

Sunrise From Atop Haleakala in Maui, Hawaii

Photo Credit: (Dylan Parker) / CC by-sa 2.0

The climate in Hawaii is like no other place I have visited. In this tropic region, ocean, beaches, arid desert, rain forests, mountains and snow can all be found within a few hundred miles. The peaks, valleys and ridges of the mountains influence the weather resulting in different terrain throughout the islands. You can see the line of clouds as the rain hangs on the windward side of the mountains.

As a first time visitor to Hawaii, the languages, cultures and variety of terrain endeared me and enticed me to return. Like a siren, the islands keep calling me back for more adventures.

About this guest blogger:
April M. Williams is a frequent visitor to Hawaii and a great friend of 808Talk.

Learn more about April by visiting her at the websites below.
LinkedIn http://www.linkedin.com/in/aprilmwilliams
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CyberLife Tutors Blog http://www.cyberlifetutors.com/blog.html
Personal Blog http://aprilmwilliams.wordpress.com

Ohana Walking Tours invited our ohana to a Sunday morning jaunt with tour guide Richard Wong, a local expert on the olden days. Richard’s family has lived in Honolulu for five generations. As a young history buff, Richard researched accounts of Honolulu, Oahu and surrounding islands. Over the years he has amassed a vast collection of antique glass bottles through excavation of abandoned buildings and demolished properties. As a Honolulu police officer he often had official access into government buildings and marveled at their splendor.

We began our two-hour tour at the famous golden Kamehameha Statue on King Street in downtown Honolulu just across from Iolani Palace. It was easy to identify our guide by the Ohana Walking Tours logo on his shirt. Richard began by telling us about his family’s long history on the island of O’ahu. The tour covers Hawaii history from ancient mythology to current events. Richard covered many topics including:

• Four major Gods of nature:
  • Kane – God of all
  • Kanaloa – God of the sea
  • Lono – God of agriculture
  • Ku – God of war
• Captain Cook’s celebrated landing on the islands and his ultimate demise
• Key battles and unification of the islands
• History of the Hawaiian monarchy and the only Royal Palace in the United States
• Benefactors of Hawaii schools and State Library
• Architectural insights

As amateur history buffs ourselves, we were impressed with the quantity and quality of information Richard shared with us. He is an articulate orator and storyteller who kept our attention throughout the tour. When I looked at my watch, it seemed hard to believe two hours had flown by. Richard related these tales to us without use of notes.

Ohana Tours recommends you call to make advance reservations though if you find yourself downtown on Saturday or Sunday around 9AM, stop by the Kamehameha Statue and look for the tour guide. To make reservations or to learn more visit http://www.ohanatours.org.

About this guest blogger:
April M. Williams is a frequent visitor to Hawaii and a great friend of 808Talk.

Learn more about April by visiting her at the websites below.
LinkedIn http://www.linkedin.com/in/aprilmwilliams
Twitter http://twitter.com/AprilMWilliams
CyberLife Tutors Blog http://cyberlifetutors.com/blog.html
Personal Blog http://aprilmwilliams.wordpress.com

The best time to take this walk is just before sunrise, before the day heats up. If you are starting from Waikiki, walk along Kalakaua Avenue and listen to the quiet of the morning. Traffic is light, mostly trucks delivering food and supplies to businesses. Say “hello” to your fellow early morning walkers and those visitors too jet lagged to sleep in. As you pass the Police Station near the Duke Kahanamoku statue, watch the surfers out catching the best waves of the day. Just outside the station, inside a fenced area are the four ancient Pohaku Stones, a gift from Tahitian healers to Hawaiian residents. Watch out for maintenance workers clearing trash or sweeping sand from the sidewalks to prepare the beach for the onslaught of sun bathers.

Continue walking past Kapiolani Park but don’t stop here before dawn. On your right, you’ll pass the huge banyan trees in front of the Waikiki Aquarium and Natatorium. Continuing along Kalakaua you will see sleepy tourists outside drinking their coffee and hotel workers clearing garden debris from the sidewalk. At the end of the park, take a right onto Diamond Head Road and begin your ascent.

This stretch can get crowded with walkers, runners, bikers and surfers early in the morning. Stay to the right and out of the traffic flow. Beautiful homes are nestled into the side of the volcano. As you pass Kaluahole, Makalei and Le’Ahi Beaches, the number of cars parked on the side of the road increase. Surfers know where the best waves are. If you want to try your luck here, be aware of a long, steep decline to get to the water on sometimes unstable slopes.

Listen to the new sounds along this stretch. Roosters crowing greetings to the new day. Other colorful birds like the Red-Crested Cardinal rustle in the branches. Keep your eyes open for mongoose darting through the rocks. A few stray cats cruise by checking out the scene. Check out the view over the Pacific as the sky begins to brighten.

Soon you will pass Diamond Head Lighthouse. The original was built in 1899 and replaced in 1917. The Fresnel lens shines brightly warning ships away from the jagged shoreline. Take in the view from the street as this lighthouse stands on the current residence of the 14th Coast Guard District Commander and is not open to the public.

Continue along past Kuilei Cliffs beach where you can rest your weary feet for a moment on the lava rock wall. Say hello to the master gardeners who keep this tropical garden trim and neat. This is a prime spot to wait for the sun to crest the ocean as the day officially begins.

Next up is the Amelia Earhart Monument and parking area. Watch out for buses as this is a favorite spot for tour guides to stop for photos. The Pacific views and beaches below are breathtaking. Look along the coast to the left and see Black Point and Doris Duke’s Shangri La. Built in the 1930′s, you can now tour the home and Islamic treasures Duke collected.

Across the street is Diamond Head Park, endowed by Muriel Flanders, and can be identified by the plaque on a large stone. She led the effort to replace the weeds and garbage with native plants. We are not quite at the half way point. Let’s continue on our walk.

As we reach the top of the rise, we will take a left as Diamond Head Road turns and Kahala Road goes straight along the coast. The large park at the intersection is a common gathering spot for charity walks and other events. Now we begin our long descent on the inland side of Diamond Head.

On the right, we pass Fort Rutger Military Reservation. Several buildings out in front and gates on the side of the road further along are made from lava rocks. Few remnants remain of the former Officers Club on the left side of the street. Also on the left is the driveway into Diamond Head State Park. If you still have energy, walk into the park then hike to the top of Diamond Head for spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, Waikiki, and Honolulu. On your .8 mile hike you will climb 560 feet above the crater floor.

If you are not up for that hike, check out the outdoor workout area in the park on the right in front of Kapiolani Community College. Then walk to the front of the college for a tour of their cactus garden and views of Kahala and Koko Head Crater. If this is Saturday morning, check out the farmers market in the college parking lot. Fresh fruits, vegetables, and delectable treats await you. Pick up a cup of Kona coffee to sip while you shop. Taste island and other exotic dishes, even bakery items. As you get back to your walk, check out the Peace Garden nestled in the hillside across from the college entrance.

Now we are on the home stretch. Honolulu and Waikiki stand before you. Diamond Head Road becomes Monsarrat Avenue as we return to the Diamond Head neighborhood. Check out the stores and restaurants like the Diamond Head Market and Grill.

Continue under the tree canopy as you walk along the fence outside the Honolulu Zoo. On the weekends, local artists display their art on the fence and chat with each other or work on new art pieces. On your right is the Waikiki Shell where you can enjoy the outdoors and listen to music. We are back at Kapiolani Park. Check out the gazebo and statues or sit on a park bench and take in the sights.

What a great way to start the day. Now you won’t feel guilty about lounging on Waikiki Beach during the afternoon.

About this guest blogger:
April M. Williams is a frequent visitor to Hawaii and a great friend of 808Talk.

Learn more about April by visiting her at the websites below.
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Sometimes the jackpot is as small as a prescription pill container with a piece of paper rolled up inside so you can log your visit. Some containers are so tiny; you need to bring your own pencil. Other containers are as large as a Tupperware food saver or an army surplus ammunition box filled with trinkets. Our geocaching equipment includes a bag of tchotchkes (swag) that we swap based on the theme of the geocache.

For me though, the fun is not in finding the treasure, but the thrill of the hunt. We geocache while in Hawaii as an activity to challenge our brain and seek out new adventures.

This is a hobby that both family and friends can participate in. My husband and I often take others with us to introduce them to the hobby. We took keiki with us to the Honolulu Zoo to find their first cache. When we returned to the island, their first question for us is “Are you going to go geocaching?” Other times we need subject matter expertise. One of the geocaches in the north shore required solving a puzzle to figure out the coordinates. Ten car logos were pictured from different auto manufactures around the world. After identifying the car model and country of origin, the digits of the location could be determined. I recruited a couple of world traveling gear heads to help figure out that one out.

While geocaching we learn about local history. A geocache is hidden on the estate of the last reigning Hawaiian monarch, Queen Lydia Liliuokalani. The site overlooks the drainage canal built to convert water logged taro fields into dry land becoming Waikiki.

A multi-stage geocache requires several stops. At each site you visit, you find clues to identify the next location. We learned about local leaders during a 5 stage history tour to five statues along Waikiki. Each statue had a plaque which told a story. There is Father Damien, who came from Belgium, to Hawaii in 1864. He devoted the rest of his life to the leper settlement on the island of Molokai before succumbing to the disease himself. He has been nominated for sainthood. During the 1893 overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy led by U.S. business men, Princess Kaiulani spearheaded a campaign to restore the throne. Beloved native son, Duke Kahanamoku, born of Hawaiian royalty, was a swimming sensation earning 5 Olympic medals. “The Duke,” starred in Hollywood movies and is known as “The father of modern surfing.”

You can get a good workout in a day hiking up Diamond Head, the extinct volcano which stands at the east end of Waikiki. If you have comfy shoes, cache your way around the volcano on foot enjoying a heart healthy work out and spectacular views of the Pacific, Waikiki and downtown Honolulu.

Get away from the crowds and cache in Kailua. There are finds along both the busy and the quiet parts of the beach. Don’t forget your sunscreen and snorkel gear. You’ll be hungry after a day of swimming and caching. Check out the yummy handmade cookie store in town for a snack.

When you are on Oahu, you don’t have to go far to find these treasures. There are hundreds of local finds. From the crowded pedestrian malls of Chinatown to the top of Diamond Head to the shores of Kailua, there is a cache for every interest and ability.

While we are getting our exercise, learning about the area and catching up with friends and family, we also pick up trash. We carry in a couple of empty garbage bags to snatch up any litter we spy while we are out. This is referred to as “cache in, trash out.”

You can learn more about the hobby at geocaching.com. I enjoy the opportunity to combine time with my family, brain exercise, and physical activity all in one hobby. If you like history, culture and the great outdoors, you should give geocaching a try.

A quick look at some geocaching in and around Honolulu: http://tr.im/higeocaching

About this guest blogger:
April M. Williams is a frequent visitor to Hawaii and a great friend of 808Talk.

Learn more about April by visiting her at the websites below.
LinkedIn http://www.linkedin.com/in/aprilmwilliams
Twitter http://twitter.com/AprilMWilliams
Blog http://cyberlifetutors.com/blog.html

So this year, I’m feeling the need to celebrate all things frigid. I cranked the A/C on Christmas Day so I could wear something long-sleeved. When it’s rainy, I secretly rejoice (sorry to all the visitors for the bad karma). I eat far too much eggnog-flavored ice cream.

And I finally went to visit the penguin colony at the Hilton Hawaiian Village. Granted, these are warm-weather penguins from Africa so they’re probably more comfortable in a hot tub than on an ice floe, but allow me to indulge in the fantasy.

This absolutely FREE exhibit features about a half-dozen African black-footed penguins, happily frolicking for visitors. They’re so cute, you want to reach out and pet them. Males are banded on the right wing, females on the left. They’re fed at 8 a.m., so pop by in the morning and get an extra treat.

While you’re there, you’re not limited to just ogling penguins. Stroll around the Hilton Hawaiian Village grounds and you’ll see flamingos, noisy macaws and more koi than you can shake a stick at. My personal favorite was the wood ducks that let you get so close, you could almost pet them. But that would be bad. So just stick to looking, folks, and enjoy!

For more information visit http://tr.im/hiltonwildlife

For Kama’aina, the location makes you feel a little like you’re on vacation right at home. Visitors to our islands can catch a nice view of the western side of the island and enjoy the resort without having to pay the steep prices. I’d suggest dining at Azul restaurant in the main hotel, or take in the Paradise Cove Luau, also located right at the resort. Sit on the beach a spell, then head over to gorge yourself. Life just doesn’t get better.

The four manmade lagoons are mostly sheltered from rough surf making it perfect for everyone, keiki included. Swimming here is also easy because the Marriott folks have nicely cleared away all sharp volcanic rock from the ocean floor. Snorkeling near the rocks can be good—I’ve seen honu and lots of cool fish. No sharks, thank goodness.

One note: the parking is notoriously slim. I’d suggest getting there early or late (after 4 p.m.) in order to snag a spot. Also, immediately before the first lagoon is a large parking lot, but only the back is open to the public.

For directions to the resort, visit the resort website at http://www.koolina.com

So I was happy to find the blissfully un-crowded Ka’ena Point trail on Oahu’s North Shore. The hike is easy, only about 5 miles roundtrip, but bring lots of water and a snack—there’s virtually no shade along the way.

The whole trail provides fantastic views up to Oahu’s westernmost point: natural stone arches, noisy blowholes and big tide pools. If you hike in winter, you’ll see the largest waves in the state—sometimes reaching 40 feet. At the point, you can get lucky and spot sharks in the water or a coastal seabird’s nest.

The best part was that unspoiled feeling: there were locals fishing along rocky outcroppings and kids running along the trail, playing tag. We were even treated to a group of nudists frolicking in a tide pool (but don’t quote me on that one—there are no bare-bottom guarantees).

It’s an easy drive from H1. Take the highway west to the end and just keep going, continuing on Hwy 93 and 930 until the road ends at Ka’ena Point State Park.

Park at the far end of the beach, right at the trailhead. Unless you have a serious 4-wheel-drive, don’t attempt to take your car up the trail. Make sure to never leave valuables in the car. It’s just plain dumb to tempt sticky fingers.

Though there’s a northern hike to the point from the Mokule’ia side, I wouldn’t suggest it. It’s much more dusty and frequented by four-wheelers who tear around the dunes. Cool for them, not so cool for us. Happy trekking!

Ka’ena State Park is open daily during daylight hours. Park includes restrooms, trash cans and payphone. Visit http://www.hawaiistateparks.org/parks/oahu/ for more information.