Pupukea to Poamoho Trail

November 19, 2017

I decided to spend another camping weekend in the mountains, but on the KST this time around. Thanks to Lonnie for dropping Ani and myself off at the start of our hike. No other hikers on the trail this morning, except … … a friendly dog walker and her domesticated charges. Enjoying the mountain shade […]

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Kaena Point to Kolekole Pass

November 10, 2017

We spent Veteran’s Day Weekend camping and hiking in the Waianae Mountains. Big shout out to Alexis for driving Stuart and myself to the end of the island to start our hike. Trying to tie my shoe laces in the wee hours of the morning with makapiapia still in my eyes. Thanks to Alexis for […]

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True Manamana to Crouching Lion Trail

November 5, 2017

We managed to coax a 10x veteran from retirement to join us on today’s hike. Met up with Agnes, Anne, Chris, Daryl, Lee and Mia at the beach park. Thanks to Alexis for dropping me off. The most dangerous start to any hike, crossing the road to get to the other side. Luckily, we made […]

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Poamoho Trail to Pauao Ridge

October 29, 2017

Glenn wanted me to set up a hike to this picturesque summit in the Ewa Forest Reserve for his 24 hour fitness buddies. A social mixer hike. The only problem was that his social buddies decided to work out at 24 Hour Fitness instead. At least Alexis, Brian, Chris, Dale, Daryl, Ferlino, Glenn and Josh […]

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Piliwale Ridge to Pali Lookout

October 22, 2017

Ben and I woke up before the crack of dawn to attempt our three saddle traversal hike. Key word on attempt. Somebody overslept again. Heading up the ridge, too early for the bees. Gazing at the Windward city lights. Ben peering over the notch into the inky darkness. Daylight breaking over the mountains, allowing us […]

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Nihoa Gulch (Crystal Canyon) to Kaena Point

October 15, 2017

We decided to explore a well-trafficked canyon on the North Shore side today. Met up with Chris, Dale and Ferlino at a secluded beach in Mokuleia. Somebody overslept. Thanks to Cisco for the beta on this neat little canyon tucked away in Mokuleia. We fled the tsunami and hiked inland through the waist high California […]

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Ohikilolo to Ka’ala Road

October 8, 2017

West side is the best side, especially for hiking. Thanks to Jasmin for dropping Alexis, Annalyn, Ferlino and myself off in Kea’au. Starting our dawn retreat into the valley. Party of four for the horseback adventure tours? It’s amazing how a few years can commercialize this valley. Hiking on the rocky, dirt road with views […]

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Aiea Ridge to Waimano Trail

October 1, 2017

Chris asked if I had ever done this particular route before. Nope. That’s how I found myself back on the Aiea Loop Trail with Chris, Ferlino, Jason and Matt. Thanks again to Jasmin for dropping us off. Matt fiddling with his hardened shoes which would end up giving him problems on the trail. Hoping we […]

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Aiea Ridge to Tripler

September 24, 2017

We decided to visit Hell and Heaven today; I met up with Alexis, Analyn, Chris and Ferlino at Moanalua Valley. Too early for the chickens. Only the dogs were barking as we started our early morning hike. Thanks to Jasmin for dropping us off. Bench with city light views. New sign. Summit Trail. No Exit. […]

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Pali Notches to Kalawahine Trail

September 17, 2017

Picking up the trail from last week; met up with Ani, Analyn, Chris and Ferlino at the blustery Pali Lookout. Ready … 1,2,3 … Push. Wait, I’m not ready! Photo by Ferlino Carinio. Ferlino climbing up the short and steep hill from the lookout. Catching a view. Photo by Ani Lagpacan. Ani making her way […]

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