January 17, 2025

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Kawa Bay Hike-to Punalu`u Black Sand Beach to January 18, 2025-RSVP

On Saturday, January 18, Kona Hiking club will hike from Kawa Bay back to Punalu`u.  Approximately… [more]

Kawa Bay Hike-to Punalu`u Black Sand Beach to January 18, 2025-RSVP Kawa Bay Hike-to Punalu`u Black Sand Beach to January 18, 2025-RSVP

Kawa Bay Hike-to Punalu`u Black Sand Beach to January 18, 2025-RSVP

On Saturday, January 18, Kona Hiking club will hike from Kawa Bay back to Punalu`u.  Approximately… [more]

Kawa Bay Hike-to Punalu`u Black Sand Beach to January 18, 2025-RSVP Kawa Bay Hike-to Punalu`u Black Sand Beach to January 18, 2025-RSVP

Kawa Bay Hike-to Punalu`u Black Sand Beach to January 18, 2025-RSVP

On Saturday, January 18, Kona Hiking club will hike from Kawa Bay back to Punalu`u.  Approximately… [more]

Kawa Bay Hike-to Punalu`u Black Sand Beach to January 18, 2025-RSVP Kawa Bay Hike-to Punalu`u Black Sand Beach to January 18, 2025-RSVP

Kawa Bay Hike-to Punalu`u Black Sand Beach to January 18, 2025-RSVP

On Saturday, January 18, Kona Hiking club will hike from Kawa Bay back to Punalu`u.  Approximately… [more]

Kawa Bay Hike-to Punalu`u Black Sand Beach to January 18, 2025-RSVP Kawa Bay Hike-to Punalu`u Black Sand Beach to January 18, 2025-RSVP

Kawa Bay Hike-to Punalu`u Black Sand Beach to January 18, 2025-RSVP

On Saturday, January 18, Kona Hiking club will hike from Kawa Bay back to Punalu`u.  Approximately… [more]

Kawa Bay Hike-to Punalu`u Black Sand Beach to January 18, 2025-RSVP Kawa Bay Hike-to Punalu`u Black Sand Beach to January 18, 2025-RSVP

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Hiking Checklist

Day Hiking Checklist Note: This list is intentionally extensive. Not every person will carry every item on every day hike. Helpful Pre-hike Hints: Check that shoes soles are fully intact before hike Clip toenails straight across and short The Ten Essentials (for safety, survival and basic comfort) 1. Navigation   Map (with protective case)   Matches or lighter   Compass   GPS (optional) 2. Sun protection Sunscreen and lip balm Sunglasses 3. Insulation Jacket, vest, … [Read More...]

Liability Waiver

*Prior to each hike, all participants are required to sign the following waiver: “I understand that the areas that the Kona Hiking Club will be visiting today can be dangerous on account of natural conditions or the activities or negligence of man. I realize that the hike organizers are untrained volunteers, and have no expertise in navigation, first aid, rescue, or dealing with emergency situations, beyond that of the average hiker. Therefore, I assume full responsibility for my own safety. I … [Read More...]

Kawa Bay Hike-to Punalu`u Black Sand Beach to January 18, 2025-RSVP

On Saturday, January 18, Kona Hiking club will hike from Kawa Bay back to Punalu`u.  Approximately 3 miles. The jet black sand on the Punalu`u beach (true black, not gray or salt-and-pepper) was created when the molten lava from Kilauea Volcano flowed into the cool sea causing the lava to break apart into tiny fragments that later washed up on the beach. Plenty of coconut palm trees provide shade and places to relax and enjoy this beautiful beach. One unique feature of Punalu`u … [Read More...]