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A $2.00 donation is requested for each non-member, age 18
or over. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible
adult.
For hikes, we meet at Iolani Palace, mountain side,
at 8 AM unless otherwise noted. For trail maintenance,
call Mabel Kekina, 488-0044. Please sign our release and abide
by our rules.
We do not arrange transportation. However, you are welcome
to arrange your own. You are cautioned not to leave valuables
in parked cars.
Bring lunch and water on all hikes. Wear sturdy shoes and
clothing. Extra caution may be required on some trails. You are
responsible for yourself at all times.
Keep trails and lunch sites free of litter; treat trees and
plants with respect and care. ALWAYS be careful with fire, matches
and cigarettes.
Many of our hikes require special permission. For trails open
to the public, refer to the State Forestry map. Firearms, pets,
radios and other audio devices are prohibited on hikes.
VISITING HIKERS ARE WELCOME
HAWAIIAN TRAIL AND MOUNTAIN CLUB, Inc.
P.O.Box 2238, Honolulu, Hawaii 96804
For information: 674-1459 377-5442 596-4864
(We cannot return long distance phone calls)
Check out our web site on the Internet!
- http://www.geocities.com/htmclub
- http://aditl.com/htmc
- http://htmc.u4l.com
Special Note
- Due to the current world situation, please check with the
hike coordinator to verify that the hike hasn't been changed
or canceled.
- Oct 5 Sat 8AM WAIMANO TUNNELS
(5 Mi/Intermediate/Contour/Pearl City)
After a lovely valley stroll, we go underground through two short,
but dark ditch tunnels built in 1912. Those without flashlights
may be in for some hard knocks and wet feet. Coordinator Steve
Brown, ph 247-8845.
Oct 6 Sun 8AM MEMBERS ONLY PU'U O KONA
No Meeting @ Palace - Call Coordinator for Rendezvous Info
(6 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Kuli'ou'ou)
Tired of hiking the Kuli'ou'ou State trail? Here's a variation.
We'll circumnavigate the valley, going up the ridge on one side,
traversing the narrow Ko'olau Summit (use caution) and descending
the opposite ridge. Will it be clockwise or counterclockwise
this year? Only the coordinator knows. Coordinator Tom Anderson,
ph 922-9675.
Oct 13 Sun 8AM MAKIKI TANTALIZER
(6 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Tantalus)
Like a leisurely luncheon buffet, this sampler of half a dozen
Makiki trails delights us with a variety of views and varied
terrain. Pay attention to the trail ribbons. Coordinator Sandy
Klein, ph 235-8330.
Oct 11-13, Fri afternoon-Sun KA'A'AWA VALLEY FAMILY CAMPOUT
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
With Mount 'Ohulehule looming in the background and the dark,
imposing flanks of Ka'a'awa Valley's east wall opposite the campsite,
this place is beautiful. No wonder scenes from Hollywood movies
have been filmed here (i.e. Pearl Harbor, Windtalkers, and Godzilla
to name a few). Come join us for day hikes in the valley, quality
time at Kualoa Beach, star-filled evenings and fellowship around
the camp fire. Coordinator Patrick Rorie, ph 676-2748.
Oct 19 Sat 8AM KAWA'EWA'E
(3 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Kane'ohe)
We start in the pleasant Friendship Gardens in residential Kane'ohe
with an easy hillside stroll, but soon are scrambling up a steep
slope and then skirting along a narrow ledge. The views are great
and provide a different perspective on Kane'ohe and the Bay.
Coordinator Thea Ferentinos, ph 589-2433.
Oct 19 Sat 6PM CLUBHOUSE - APPRECIATION NIGHT
Our annual Mahalo evening to honor the trail maintenance crew,
hike coordinators, directors and committee members is our way
of expressing our appreciation for all their kokua. The form
of our appreciation is round, flat, and smells great. Get involved
and you too may be rewarded with free pizza! Attendance is by
invitation only.
Oct 20 Sun 8AM MEMBERS ONLY PU'U MANAMANA
No Meeting @ Palace - Call Coordinator for Rendezvous Info
(6 Mi/Advanced/Ridge/Ka'a'awa)
NOT for acrophobes or the faint of heart, this is the BIG DOG!
It's just as steep and dangerous as it appears from below. Nearly
vertical climbs, razor edges, sheer drop-offs, runaway downhills,
quaking knees, chattering teeth, and sweaty palms....but stupendous
views! Coordinator Mike Algiers, ph 422-1048.
Oct 27 Sun 8AM MOANALUA
(10 Mi/Intermediate/Valley/Moanalua)
An historic road walk leads to a streamside stroll and a steep
climb to the Ko'olau summit. From the top you can see the Stairway
to Heaven and the Off-ramp to Kane'ohe. Coordinator Dave Sanford,
ph 488-4419.
Nov 2 Sat 8AM HAWAI'ILOA RIDGE (All Wahine Hike)
(5 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Hawai'iloa)
Calling all genuine females for this third annual women's only
hike. A standard favorite but still a bit of a challenge is this
Na Ala Hele trail. Come and relate to your peers to your heart's
content. This is stress management, as only women know how to
do. Coordinator is Joyce Oka and that's no Joka at 674-1459.
Nov 3 Sun 8AM Oct 7 Sun 8AM MEMBERS ONLY KAHUKU
No Meeting @ Palace - Call Coordinator for Rendezvous Info
(12 Mi/Advanced/Ridge/Kahuku)
This great old ridge hike has been available to the club since
last year. Hike to the KST and lunch at the Pupukea summit with
its spectacular views of the North Shore and return the same
way. A long but mostly shaded hike. Meet at the La'ie ballpark
off Po'ohali St. at 8am, where we meet for the La'ie and Malaekahana
hikes. Coordinators Jay Feldman, ph 842-9596 and Wil Kawano,
ph 373-1492.
Nov 10 Sun 7AM PU'U HELEAKALA
(6 Mi/Advanced/Ridge/Nanakuli)
This hike is a chest heaving, toe jamming, knee cracking, butt
wrenching kind of a climb. But hey, the views are great, and
the company is sublime. What more could you ask for? Coordinator
Fred Dodge, ph 696-4677.
Nov 16 Sat 8AM KALUA'A FAMIY HIKE
(2 Mi/Novice/Contour/Kunia)
Reservations Required - Number of Participants is Limited
The Nature Conservancy offers this new loop hike with cultural
sites, the wreck of an old B-24 from WWII, and a number of rare
plants, some planted by their habitat restoration project. There
is an additional $5 per person reservation fee. The access road
is very rough, and requires 4WD vehicles. Coordinator John Hall,
ph 377-5442.
Nov 17 Sun 8AM MEMBERS ONLY THREE CORNERS
(7 Mi/Advanced/Ridge/Mokule'ia)
Note special rendezvous below.
Our goal on this day is Three Corners, a broad hill on the Wai'anae
Range at 2,600 ft elevation where three valleys converge, which
features a fabulous panorama of the north shore, Mount Ka'ala,
the Leeward Coast and Makua Valley. Getting there is a good workout
through dryland forest and along the fenced, rollercoaster Makua
Rim. Meet on Farrington Hwy at the beginning of the Mokule'ia
Access Rd. Coordinator Patrick Rorie, ph 676-2748.
Nov 23 Sat 7:30AM EAST SIDE ROCK N ROLL
MEMBERS ONLY; RESERVATIONS REQUIRED; LIMIT OF 10. PARTICIPANTS
SCREENED BY THE HIKE COORDINATOR
(12 miles/Advanced/East O'ahu)
This high-octane outing starts in Haha'ione Valley and ends in
the hills mauka of Kahala Mall. Expect plenty of ups, an equal
number of downs, some rocks, and hopefully no rolls. Coordinator
Dayle Turner, ph. 247-2656 or email turner@hawaii.edu
Nov 24 Sun 8AM MANANA DITCH
(8 Mi/Intermediate/Valley-Ridge/Pacific Palisades)
This trail has its ups and downs, but the reward for all this
crosscountry work is a wide, level path along an abandoned irrigation
ditch. The tail end of the trail is exceedingly pleasant. Coordinator
Ken Suzuki, ph 845-4691.
Nov 28 Thurs HTMC THANKSGIVING BRING-A-DISH-TO-SHARE
Reservations required. Call the cuisine coordinator Grant at
674-1459. The past few thanksgiving potlucks have been delicious
and bountiful, and 2002 should be a repeat. Come early and enjoy
the beach and relax. Dinner at 3 pm.
Dec 1 Sun 8AM LANIPO
(7 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Kaimuki)
This down and up ridge trail culminates at the Ko'olau summit
for great views of the Windward side, weather permitting. The
return route provides panoramic views of Honolulu and vicinity.
Coordinator Ralph Valentino, ph 595-6363.
Dec 7 Sat 8AM KA'ENA POINT
(4 Mi/Novice/Shoreline/Ka'ena)
Watch for low flying Albatross on this hike. They nest in this
protected area. Whales may be frolicking off shore while you
enjoy the sounds of crashing waves along the coastline and the
wind in your hair. The tidal pools are very inviting, also. Bring
plenty of water and sunscreen. Coordinator Phil Booth, ph 488-1161.
Dec 8 Sun 8AM MEMBERS ONLY PU'U O KILA
No Meeting @ Palace - Call Coordinator for Rendezvous Info
(6 Mi/Advanced/Valley-Ridge/Kahana)
A valley walk turns into a ridge loop with panoramic views of
mounts Piei, Pauao, and 'Ohulehule. See if you can spot the Summit
Trail and the orange and black kila monster. Coordinators Kris
Corliss and Larry Oswald, ph 638-7268.
Dec 15 Sun 8AM MT. OLYMPUS
(6 Mi/ Intermediate/Ridge/St. Louis Hts.)
Starting at the towering pines of Wa'ahila State Park, this trail
provides a good workout as Wa'ahila Ridge climbs, drops and snakes
to the Ko'olau summit. Once past the Kolowalu junction, the trail
narrows and the climb gets steeper with drop offs that urge caution.
Good weather will permit views of the Windward Coast and Honolulu.
Coordinator Grant Oka, ph 674-1459.
Dec 22 Sun 8AM MEMBERS ONLY OLOMANA
(3 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Olomana)
A perennial favorite, the trek up the 1,600 feet of Olomana is
our traditional Christmas hike. A rock boulder scramble only
adds to the delight of the summit attained. Coordinator Doug
Klein, ph 235-8330.
Dec 29 Sun 8AM WAIMALU DITCH
(6 Mi/Intermediate/Valley/Waimalu)
This pleasant hike contours into Waimalu Valley, following a
plantation ditch built in 1916. Good swimming holes abound on
the stream section, but the best one is at the eighth crossing.
Coordinator Stuart Ball, ph 247-5380.
Jan 1 Wed 8AM KOKO CRATER
(3 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Hawai'i Kai)
Up, up and away as we indulge in high resolution for the New
Year at the pillbox on the summit of the crater. Watch your step
on the slippery slope of the arch, and keep an eye on the ocean
for whales. Coordinator Laura Owens, ph 595-9023.
Jan 5 Sun 8AM MEMBERS ONLY KAMAILE'UNU
No Meeting @ Palace - Call Coordinator for Rendezvous Info
(7 Mi/Advanced/Ridge/Wai'anae)
Come with HTMC and share the pain as we climb up and down this
big honkin pile of rocks! Sea level to 3210 feet. Required: lotsa
water, lotsa stamina, lotsa determination. The reward: great
views, great satisfaction, great workout. Coordinator Arnold
Fujioka, ph 625-9431.
Trail Maintenance
Sun Oct 3 Pu'u Manamana
Sun Oct 13 Moanalua
Sun Oct 20 Kahuku
Sun Nov 3 Three Corners
Sun Nov 10 Manana Ditch
Sun Nov 17 Lanipo
Sun Nov 24 Pu'u O Kila
Sun Dec 1 Mt. Olympus
Sun Dec 8 Olomana
Sun Dec 15 Waimalu Ditch
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