Kahana Bay from Pu'u Piei Trail

View of Kahana Bay and Huilua fishpond from the lower section of the Pu'u Piei Trail on the Windward Side of Oahu.

Three Summits on the Ko'olau Range

Kaluanui Ridge
A fast, easy hike from the top of Mariners Ridge. View of Waimanalo from the summit.


Wiliwilinui Ridge
A fairly easy hike from the top of Wai'alae Iki; except for the last climb where gloves will be useful when using the ropes. View of Olomana and the Windward Oahu from the end of Wiliwilinui trail.


Mau'umea (Lanipo) Trail
A more challenging trail starting from the top of Maunalani Heights. Be aware that there are about 20 ascents and descents along its path. View of Windward Oahu from Puu Kainawa'au Nui.

As a bonus, the trail provides a great view of Ka'au crater:

Perfect 1000 Calories for a Blue Day

If you ever find yourself in Portland and feel blue, look up Blueplate and order their delicious Grilled Cheese Sandwich (w/ bacon, of course), which comes with a homemade tomato soup to die for. Top it off with one of their old fashioned milkshakes or floats and watch your blues fade away.

Coffee Break

Thunderbirds in Action

Diamond Head from Tantalus

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