Since the influx of media reporting about residents and visitors being infected with rat lungworm disease (RLWD) on the Big Island and Maui, there’s been a lot of fear in regards to buying and eating produce grown in the Hawaiian Islands. When I’m eating at restaurants, I’m asking servers if their making certain dishes with Hawaii produce. When grocery shopping, I’ve been … [Read more...] about What you need to know about rat lungworm disease on Maui
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Haleakala National Park holds public meetings on proposed Kipahulu improvements
On Monday, Aug. 8, Haleakala National Park will hold a meeting at the Kipahulu Visitor Center from 5pm to 6:30pm. Another meeting will take place on Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2016 at the Helene Hall in Hana from 5pm to 6:30pm. These meetings are being held to seek public input regarding proposed Kipahulu improvements as well as "to better protect natural and cultural resources while … [Read more...] about Haleakala National Park holds public meetings on proposed Kipahulu improvements
Maui County Jr. Lifeguard program accepting applications
Maui County's Jr. Lifeguard Program is accepting applications from students ages 13 to 17; younger applicants must make the age requirement by May 2016. Registration dates for North, South and West Maui districts are April 16 and 23 at the Kokua Pool in Kahului and the Lahaina Aquatic Center, from 8am to noon. Applicants will be able to sign up for any district at both … [Read more...] about Maui County Jr. Lifeguard program accepting applications
Hana Cultural Center’s Hoolaulea
This Saturday, Aug. 22, the Hana Cultural Center presents its 17th annual Ho`olaule`a below the Hana Ranch Store. Keiki and kupuna alike are invited for a time of live music, hula performances, hands-on kapa and cordage demonstrations, traditional Hawaiian games and more. Enjoy storytelling, informational and vendor booths as well. Discover the town's rich … [Read more...] about Hana Cultural Center’s Hoolaulea
Eh nice guy who helped us after our Pali Trail hike!
We had just finished a grueling, hot, humid Lahaina-Pali trail hike on a Sunday morning when we discovered that we locked our keys to the car parked on the Lahaina side in the car over on the Kihei side. We were sweaty, dirty, stinky and exhausted when this generous Hana raised guy offered to drive us back to the other side in his clean car. He gave us both beautiful clean … [Read more...] about Eh nice guy who helped us after our Pali Trail hike!