Warning: Falling trees
Dear Poli Poli Waiakoa, Your first warning sign was related to hunters and bright clothing. Got it. But I'm not sure how to heed this new...
Trees are good hosts
Dear Haleakala, The forest mushrooms are growing out of the tree trunks on your trails. Your trees are hosting different varieities at...
Lilikoi
Another great hike with Tencia. This time we went to the Poli Poli area of Haleakala. We did the loop and saw lots of tree mushrooms and...
Kahakapao Catwalk
Dear Kahakapao, Your catwalk rivals Olinda Waihou. You have more sun and red dirt than Olina which is covered with the fallen needles of...
The Zigzagiest Road
Dear Lahaina Pali, As usual on my first visit, I got lost. Blasted right past the trailhead and ended up at a dead end at the highway....
Over or Under?
Dear Kahakapao, To go over or under. That is the question. Your trail is blocked by a fallen tree. I go over one tree and under the...
Take a hike
Dear Kahakaloa, You are to Paia what Kaena Point is to Pupukea. You jut out on the north west side at the end of a long, winding, narrow...
Twin Falls
Dear Twin Falls, Nice to meet you. You are at the top of my list of Maui trail runs and so you have been top of mind for over a week now,...
Shoe Love
Dear Skora, I love both the Fit and the Phase. They are lighweight, flexible and comfortable minimal shoes. The Fit is like running in a...
Kia'i Moku
Dear Makawao, Whaaaaat's that?! I was surprised to see these purple thistles in your parking lot. These are common on California trails,...
