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 maps. 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 Check out our web site on the Internet:  http://htmclub.org Email: info: http://htmclub.org/email-htmc.html Apr 1 Sun 2PM ANNUAL MEETING Once again it’s that time of year when we tend to the business side of things....the Annual Membership meeting! Likely issues on the agenda are, approval of the renovation plans for the Clubhouse, approval of the new Endowment Fund Committee,  various changes to the by-laws, the election of new Board members, and possibly an increase in the membership dues! Lots of weighty issues, so plan on attending and casting your vote to help determine HTMC's future direction! A surprise announcement is planned, of particular interest to all HTMC members. Apr 7 Sat 8AM WILIWILINUI (4 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Wai’alae) This alternate route to the Ko’olau summit above Wai’alae Iki is easier than most.  There is a final ascent that gets the heart pumping. Great views of the windward side and east O’ahu are the reward. Novice hikers are encouraged to try this one. Coordinator Wil Kawano, ph 373-1492. Apr 8 Sun 8:30AM MEMBERS ONLY WAI’ANAE-KA’ALA No Meeting @ Palace – Meet @ 8:30 at First Hawaiian Bank, Waianae (8 Mi/Advanced/Ridge/Wai’anae) Climb into the clouds on this short but very steep slope.  The Ka’ala bog is one of O’ahu’s most unique treasures. This aerobically challenging hike also requires extra caution due to some very steep sections with severe drop-offs. Coordinator Arnold Fujioka, ph 551-0227. Apr 15 Sun 8AM MOANALUA (10 Mi/Intermediate/Valley/Moanalua) A long road walk leads you deep into the valley before plunging onto a forest trail. There are so many stream crossings you'll lose count, and then a very steep climb takes you to a high saddle overlooking the windward side. Keep your eyes peeled along the way for the petroglyphs and aircraft wreckage. Coordinator Mike Algiers, ph 422-1048. Apr 21 Sat 8AM ‘AHUIMANU (2 Mi/Novice/Valley/Kahalu’u) This is a nice "trek through the taro terraces" of olden days long gone. A few educational signs describe this area's former importance. A good family hike that sometimes has a refreshing pool at the lunch site. Bring mosquito repellent! Coordinator Steve Brown, ph 247-8845. Apr 22 Sun 8:30AM MEMBERS ONLY MAKUA RIM No Meeting @ Palace – Call Coordinator for Rendezvous Info (6 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Mokule’ia) This challenging loop visits  the Pahole Natural Area Reserve with its native plants, birds, and snails. Along the route are some of the best lookouts on the island. On the way back be sure to check out the site of an old Nike shoe factory. Coordinators Thea Ferentinos, ph 375-0384 and Justin Ohara. Apr 29 Sun 8AM KAIPAPA’U GULCH (8 Mi/Intermediate/Valley/Hau’ula) If you enjoy hiking through lush native forest, a waterfall lunch spot, slippery stream crossings, good company, native birds, and o’opu swimming in cool mountain water, then join us for a Sunday escape. Coordinator Doug Klein, ph 263-8330. May 5 Sat 8AM ULUPAINA (4 Mi/Intermediate/Graded/Ridge/Kahalu’u) Named after the ironwood (casuarina) trees on the ridge, this combination contour and ridge hike offers good mountain and ocean views. Watch out for the bees’ nests. Coordinators Dayle & Jacque Turner, ph 384-4821 or turner@hawaii.edu May 6 Sun 8:30AM MEMBERS ONLY KULEPEAMOA RIDGE No Meeting @ Palace – Call Coordinator for Rendezvous Info (6 Mi/Advanced/Ridge/Niu Valley) Enjoy a loop hike with a stiff climb to a windswept ridge and a narrow summit crossing. If this hike is for you, pay attention to your footing and the trail markings down a slippery staircase, and a guava free fall to a quiet valley. Coordinator Darrell Teruya, phone 227-4572. May 13 Sun 8AM KUOLANI-WAIANU (5 Mi/Intermediate/Contour/Waiahole) Enjoy Hawaii’s lush vegetation, streams, views, and experience the excitement of crossing the top of a waterfall. This hike has them all. Wear a good pair of shoes for the four stream crossings, mud, and slippery rocks. Coordinator Justin Ohara, ph 778-8629. May 19 Sat 8AM TANTALUS RAMBLE (5 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Tantalus) Who knows which way we'll ramble. It all depends on the leader's disposition! Do ya' feel lucky? This is a good test of your hiking savvy. Follow the ribbons CLOSELY, and you'll enjoy yourself no matter where the leader goes! Coordinator John Hall, ph 377-5442. May 20 Sun 8AM MEMBERS ONLY BOWMAN (12 Mi/Advanced/Ridge/Kalihi) This long, undulating trail parallels the Likelike freeway, but is so much more tranquil and picturesque. It isn't an easy trail, and requires a commitment of time and energy, but eventually rewards you with grand views of the windward coast, and a sense of accomplishment. (Watch for the critical junctions!) Coordinator Patrick Rorie, ph 676-2748. May 27 Sun 8AM ‘AIEA RIDGE (12 Mi/Advanced/Ridge/’Aiea) After a short jaunt along the loop trail, we head up the rugged ridge route to the Ko’olau summit. In 1935, the CCC partially smoothed out the path, but it still has plenty of ups and downs before reaching the top and a stunning view of windward O’ahu. Coordinator Mike Mottl, ph 254-6360. Jun 2 Sat 8AM PUPUKEA SUMMIT (9 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Pupukea) Coordinators Kris Corliss and Larry Oswald, ph 638-7268. Jun 2 Sat 8AM KAUNALA (6 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Paumalu) Coordinators Joyce and Grant Oka, ph 674-1459.  In honor of National Trails Day, you have a choice of trails to hike.  Join Kris and Larry for a walk on the wild side of Pupukea for a strenuous workout.  Or, if a leisurely contour trail sounds appealing, Joyce and Grant would love the company.  As we all start together on the dirt Drum Road near the Boy Scout camp, the difficulty of trail that you choose depends on whom you follow. Jun 3 Sun 8:30AM MEMBERS ONLY PU’U O KILA No Meeting @ Palace – Call Coordinator for Rendezvous Info (6 Mi/Advanced/Valley-Ridge/Kahana) Our goal is a sharp peak along a rugged ridge in lush Kahana Valley. To get there, we cross a dilapidated dam, follow an old Army road, and then scramble hand over hand to the top. The return features a lovely stream walk with several deep swimming holes. Coordinator Ralph Valentino, ph 864-8130. Jun 10 Sun 8AM MT. OLYMPUS (6 Mi/ Intermediate/Ridge/St. Louis Hts.) Is that a Greek god I see standing on Mt Olympus!!?? No, it’s just Larry Lee!! He will lead us on this “fave” town trail up to the Ko’olau Summit, where views abound. Caution is advised on some sections near the summit, where the trail is narrow with steep drop-offs. Wa’ahila State Park (our start and end point) is a wonderful cool place for an “after hike” picnic or get-together. Coordinator Larry Lee, phone 263-4690. Jun 16 Sat 8AM PU’U MA’ELI’ELI (3 Mi/Novice/Ridge/Kahalu’u) This short trail on a low ridge provides great views of Chinaman’s Hat, Coconut Island, Pu’u Kanehoalani, and Kane’ohe Bay with all its sandbars. Coordinator Sandra Klein, ph 263-8330. Jun 16  Sat  CLUBHOUSE POTLUCK/SLIDE SHOW 5:00 pm Potluck 7:00 pm Slide Show – Off The Beaten Track in Hawai’i Join your hiking friends for a potluck/cookout at our Waimanalo clubhouse. Nathan Yuen will present slides of little-known trails in Hawai’i, such as to the cinder cone of Pu’u Wa’awa’a, the rainforests of Pu’u Maka’ala, and other localities off the beaten track. Bring a potluck dish to share for approximately 8 people OR pay $7.00 per person.  We’ll provide grilled steak, chicken and fish plus a rice dish.  Please do not bring bags of chips as a potluck dish.  (As usual, bring your own drinks). RSVP is HIGHLY recommended.  Call Eli at 358-8730 or email (preferred) her at louhobday@yahoo.com.  Non-members pay an additional $2 to attend.  NOTE:  RSVP’s should be made by 10:00AM Friday, the day before the event.    Jun 17 Sun 8:30AM MEMBERS ONLY KALENA No Meeting @ Palace – Meet @ 8:30 at Kemoo Farm Parking Lot (7 Mi/Advanced/Ridge/Schofield) Panoramic views are yours as you gasp for air on the steep climb from Kolekole Pass up to the 2nd highest peak on O’ahu, Pu’u Kalena!  Extra caution is advised on the narrow dike sections and the ever present steep dropoffs (i.e. cliffs!) Coordinator Peter Kempf, ph 384-2221 or 735-2220. Jun 24 Sun 8AM KAHANA VALLEY (6 Mi/Intermediate/Valley/Kahana) Be sure to follow this intrepid leader and stay on the trail he chooses.  Be cautious in crossing the stream and go as far as you can in this lush wilderness.  You may find yourself on a saddle or a summit, either with splendid views. Coordinator Stuart Ball, ph 247-5380. Jun 30 Sat 6PM KA’IWA RIDGE No Meeting @ Palace – Meet @ 6PM across from Buzz’s Steak House in Kailua (3 Mi/Novice/Ridge/Lanikai) Certain things elevate the senses:  a late-night stroll by the light of the silvery Mz. Moon up to the foothills of Lanikai, a soft moon in a black sky set high above the windswept Mokuluas and an evening of soaking in the glorious scenery with a robust glass of pinot noir. Flashlights and wind jackets are necessary. Coordinator Carole Moon, ph 395-8822. Jul 1 Sun 8:30 AM MEMBERS ONLY MAKAPU’U TOM-TOM No Meeting @ Palace – Meet @ 8:30 at the Clubhouse (4 Mi/Advanced/Ridge/Makapu’u) There will be some huffing and puffing over the difficult terrain, but then some ooing and ahing over the breathtaking views of the intricate ocean reefs hundreds of feet below...bring a camera! Parts of the trail appear impossible, particularly the descent of the windward cliffs, but appearances are deceiving. Just watch your step! Coordinator Laura Owens, ph 388-5373 . Trail Maintenance Apr 8 Ulupaina * Apr 15 Kaipapa’u Apr 22 Kulepeamoa * Apr 29 Kuolani-Waianu * or   Pupukea Summit May 6 Bowman * May 13  ‘Aiea Ridge * May 20 Pu’u O Kila * Jun 3 Kalena Jun 10 Kahana Jun 17 Makapu’u Tom-Tom  * - Trail requires a lot of work. Additional help would be greatly appreciated

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