Ha`ao Springs-Kau Forest Reserve, June 21, 2025-RSVP Required by June 19
On Saturday, June 21, we will visit Ha`ao Springs in Waiohinu. This will be about a 7+ mile hike. Our… [more]
Ha`ao Springs-Kau Forest Reserve, June 21, 2025-RSVP Required by June 19
On Saturday, June 21, we will visit Ha`ao Springs in Waiohinu. This will be about a 7+ mile hike. Our… [more]
Ha`ao Springs-Kau Forest Reserve, June 21, 2025-RSVP Required by June 19
On Saturday, June 21, we will visit Ha`ao Springs in Waiohinu. This will be about a 7+ mile hike. Our… [more]
Ha`ao Springs-Kau Forest Reserve, June 21, 2025-RSVP Required by June 19
On Saturday, June 21, we will visit Ha`ao Springs in Waiohinu. This will be about a 7+ mile hike. Our… [more]
Ha`ao Springs-Kau Forest Reserve, June 21, 2025-RSVP Required by June 19
On Saturday, June 21, we will visit Ha`ao Springs in Waiohinu. This will be about a 7+ mile hike. Our… [more]
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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...]
Ha`ao Springs-Kau Forest Reserve, June 21, 2025-RSVP Required by June 19
On Saturday, June 21, we will visit Ha`ao Springs in Waiohinu. This will be about a 7+ mile hike. Our hike will take us to a spring with a view overlooking Waiohinu "Shining Waters". We will start in a forested area near 68mm and hike about 3 miles on a forested 4WD road where we will connect with a paved road to the spring. The top of this road is one of the few places on the island from which you can see both sunrise and sunset on a clear day with scenic views of the entire Ka Lae (South … [Read More...]