To bravely go where we have gone before...
Volunteer at Hakalau National Wildlife Refuge, May 10-11.
Kona Hiking Club is joining with Ellen Jacobs (EJ) in helping to restore this beautiful refuge.
Accommodations in a cozy bunkhouse, contact the sponsor, Ellen Jacobs @ emjacobs2001@yahoo.com for info.
http://www.fws.gov/refuge/hakalau_forest/
From Big Island TV interview and on site filming on March 15, 2014 hike at Kohana`iki.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bzx18C5ZWvK0dmN6MFQzOG9lRTlhRjJ2Tjh6bFExUUU1R0ZZ/edit?usp=sharing
The Kona Hiking Club will take a shoreline hike to Kona Village Resort on Saturday, April 19. The hike will be approximately 4 – 6 miles in length roundtrip (out and back), over mostly sandy shoreline for the first 2 miles. An extended one mile hike (2 mile roundtrip) will be offered for the more adventurous that want to continue along the rocky shoreline to more sandy areas at Ka`upulehu before returning to Kakapa Bay.
We will be hiking along the beaches of Kuki`o and Four Seasons Resorts. Prepare to make the most of the day and enjoy a swim and/or picnic.
Due to limited public parking on a first come first serve basis, participants are asked to carpool from Lanihau Center if possible. This hike will only be limited by the amount of available parking spaces.
Hikers should expect hot conditions and bring at least 2 liters of water per person, along with sun protection and lunch. Sturdy boots, a hat, and hiking stick are recommended. No childlren or pets will be allowed.
Visitors as well as residents are welcome to participate, and there is no charge. Participants should meet at 7:00 a.m. at Kapaka Bay parking lot. Driving north from Kailua on Queen Ka’ahumanu Hwy, turn left on Kukio Nui Drive, the first turn after Kua Bay just before 87 mile marker. Drive to the guard shack and ask for public access to Kakapa Bay. Follow the public access road toward the ocean.
http://www.satelliteviews.net/cgi-bin/g.cgi?fid=359967&state=HI&ftype=bay
Those desiring to carpool from Kailua-Kona may meet at Lanihau Center, in the vicinity of Buns in the Sun, away from businesses. Carpoolers should meet at 6:15 a.m., be prepared organize themselves if no hike leader is present, and depart no later than 6:30 a.m. Carpoolers are encouraged to contribute toward gasoline costs. For more information, call Kathleen at 557-9246.
PLEASE NOTE: All members are welcome to bring guests or pass on information about our hikes to other hikers. However, if you do so, PLEASE make sure that you direct them to the Kona Hiking Club website to review the hike announcement and description. We want to make sure that everyone is prepared for the specific hike we are doing that day, whether we’re facing mud, heat, cold, steep trails, rocky trails, high altitude, exceptionally long distances, etc. Mahalo for helping us keep everyone safe!
This project/hike has 2 openings currently available. If you are still interested contact KHC as soon as possible to receive the waiver forms in time. Mauna Kea Forest Restoration Project’s Spring Outplanting season is fast approaching. We’d like to send you a special invitation. Join MKFRP on Mauna Kea as they thaw out of winter and start their planting season on Mauna Kea. We’ll be planting māmane, ‘a‘ali‘i, ‘āweoweo and other species at the Ka‘ohe Restoration Area. We’ll be working at about 6,500 feet on the southwestern slope of Mauna Kea and we’ll keep a look out for a palila or two!
RSVP required by September 21 for this upcoming event on October 19-after Sept 21 contact TNC directly:John Replogle
jreplogle@tnc.org, or his phone at 936-7161
The exact work to be done in Ka’u those days is still to be decided by what needs to be done. Please come and hear all of the latest news for the Ka’u Preserve, John’s latest stories, and to experience a truly amazing place. I will be sending out more details on the days – but please mark your calendars if you think you might be able to join us. Meet in the parking lot in front of Island Market in downtown Naalehu.
For the Ka’u event, please bring the usual things; clothes you don’t mind getting dirty, closed-toe shoes, rain gear, water, and always remember John’s #1 rule of going into the forest (after safety of course) Never leave your lunch behind!
To sign up please RSVP either by email konahikingclub@gmail.com or call me at 557-9246 to confirm you will be able to join us and to help us determine the available amount of seats in the 4WD’s. If you have a 4WD and can help transport hikers, please contact me immediately with the available amount of seats.
Space is limited by amount of seats available. First come first serve.
Hope to see you all soon!
Kathleen
If you are interested in giving of your services on an earlier date The Nature Conservancy has the following event:
Ka’u Preserve
Kaiholena Volunteer Day
Saturday, September 28th, 2013
7:00am – 3:00pm
The exact work to be done both days in Ka’u those days are still to be decided by what needs to be done. Please come and hear all of the latest news for the Ka’u Preserve, John’s latest stories, and to experience a truly amazing place. I will be sending out more details on the days – but please mark your calendars if you think you might be able to join us. Meet in the parking lot in front of Island Market in downtown Naalehu.
For the Ka’u days, please bring the usual things; clothes you don’t mind getting dirty, closed-toe shoes, rain gear, water, and always remember John’s #1 rule of going into the forest (after safety of course) Never leave your lunch behind!
To sign up for the Saturday, September 28th, 2013 please either
email Linda SCHUBERT <lschubert@TNC.ORG>;
or call Linda at 443.5401 to confirm you will be able to join them.
“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 acknowledge that the hike organizers, property owners, and lessees are not liable should I sustain injury, death, or property damage, whether caused by gross negligence or accident.” Also, I acknowledge that participating in this hike does not necessarily give me permission to hike this area at leisure without the club.
Note: This list is intentionally extensive. Not every person will carry every item on every day hike.
Basic Care: Prepackaged first-aid kits available at REI typically contain many of the following items:
Comprehensive Care: Carry all of the basic items listed above; add items below based on anticipated needs.
Note: The list below is intentionally extensive; rarely will a single kit include every item shown here.
T-SHIRT UPDATE:
Your purchase will help fund the Kona Hiking Club operating costs. Thank you.
Kona Hiking Club T-shirts were ordered on October 23, 2014.
Some people pre-ordered theirs which helps keep the cost down for everyone if we order in a larger quantity.
The rest of the shirts ordered were the best guess of sizes and styles that hikers would want.
So, if you would like to purchase a shirt look at the T-shirt page with the options available, please reply by return email to konahikingclub@gmail.com. Indicate men’s or women’s, what sizes/colors, and how many.
If you are going to be on a hike contact us and the shirt will be available on that day for purchase. If not, you can pay via mail by check and include money to cover shipping and we will mail it/them to you. Please contact us for the mailing and check info.
2021 Hikes: *Tentative
*Subject to change
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Mission: To offer residents and visitors the opportunity to enjoy the diverse beauty of our island and gain a deeper appreciation of its culture through hiking.
The Kona Hiking Club is a volunteer-led group. We have no dues, officers, nor meetings. However, donations are appreciated to help with the upkeep of the website and other club expenses. All you need do is “show up” unless the posted hike specially asks for an RSVP. There is no charge to participate, but those who carpool are encouraged to contribute for gasoline.
Every attempt is made to schedule one hike every month at the ability of the majority of the hikers. Normally, we hike on the third Saturday. These hikes are advertised on this website and sometimes in West Hawaii Today (approximately one week in advance). Although they are open to everyone, most of our hikes are usually not suitable for children. Pets are prohibited.
Some hikes may limit the amount of hikers to RSVP only due to less familiar, tougher, hotter, longer and special permission access and may be on different days of the week. These hikes are publicized through this website only. We expect that all participants in these hikes are experienced, well-conditioned, properly equipped hikers who will take full responsibility for themselves.
Currently, hikes are planned and led by Kathleen Johnson. We welcome and encourage members who are willing to lead a hike. If you have a hike that you know well and would like to share, let us know.
Hiking conditions in Hawai’i can be extremely challenging. It is very important that our hikers are aware of hike location, trail conditions and possible weather changes as noted in the hike description prior to hiking.
Hikers are welcome to bring guests or pass on information about our hikes to others. However, if you do so, please make sure that you direct them to the Kona Hiking Club website to review the hike announcement and description. Mahalo for helping us keep everyone safe!
*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 acknowledge that the hike organizers, property owners, and lessees are not liable should I sustain injury, death, or property damage, whether caused by gross negligence or accident.”