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Larry Goldstein
Lokahi
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 Posted - 01/11/2008 : 1:39:33 PM
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I'll be teaching "Three Little Birds" at Aloha Camp next month.
Mark,
This is my message to you; please consider an encore for June.
Larry
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Mark
Ha`aha`a
USA
1628 Posts |
Posted - 01/12/2008 : 08:41:12 AM
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Don't worry about a thing.....
Sure. Just remind, OK? |
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Mark
Ha`aha`a
USA
1628 Posts |
Posted - 02/17/2008 : 3:41:07 PM
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Aloha All -
Now that I'm back from Kaupoa, I'm starting to gear up for this June's camp.
We have a few changes to the staffing and scheduling to announce.
Sonny Lim had to bow out due to work-related issues (they wouldn't let him off.) So we have asked our dear friend Kevin Brown to come. Kevin and steel guitarist Geri Valdriz play in a great band together -- Ola Hou -- so I am anticipating some amazing late night jams.
Speaking of which: I spoke with Geri yesterday, and he is preparing 2 steel classes-- one for the "which end is up" group, and one for folks with some steel experience. (Julie, you listening?) He'll have tab, plus CDs, extra strings, extra bars, etc.
We have had to drop the keiki `ukulele building class. That means we do have a couple of spaces open for adults who want to make one of those cool cigar-box instruments. They are really great, mine smokes...(sorry).
As mentioned elsewhere, Chef Guzman's cooking class at Winter Camp was so awesome we are considering repeating it for June. I'd say it's a 90% certainty--watch this space.
Lastly, we are again trying to do the post camp Ho`olaule`a for the people of Moloka`i.
Last year I wrote a grant, only to see the local sponsor drop the ball. Mohala Hou, a new non profit, has agreed to help us out. I met with the funding agent for Maui County recently, and she says it is a go. Still lots of work to do; but it is planned for Sunday, June 29 in Kaunakakai. Volunteers will be needed to perform. Let's keep our fingers crossed!
We still have space for June, so hele over to the website and sign-up.
cheers,
Mark
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Larry Goldstein
Lokahi
267 Posts |
Posted - 02/28/2008 : 9:00:55 PM
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Aloha,
For those of you planning to go to Summer Camp, here is an opportunity for a great beach hike.
As you may know, the Nature Conservancy is an important organization in Hawai'i. There is a beach hike to a preserve on the day before camp opens. The Mo'omomi Preserve includes more than 22 species of native plants, and at least 30 bird species, about one-third of which are listed. The Hawaiian Owl - pueo - is regular.
Call 808/553-5236 or email hike_molokai @ tnc.org for reservations. A direct link for a description is http://www.nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/hawaii/travel/art18858.html?src=search
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Mark
Ha`aha`a
USA
1628 Posts |
Posted - 02/29/2008 : 09:28:31 AM
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Thanks for posting this, Larry.
I urge everyone who is coming to the camp to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity. I'll try to get some more info and post it here soon.
At February Camp, Sam Gon, who is the senior scientist for Nature Conservancy of HI, did some field work at Mo'omomi, looking for a rare endemic shrimp. He was pretty dang excited that he'd found them, too!
I am going to sign up, on the off chance I can sneak away for a couple of hours.
One more thing: Don't forget the Ho`olaule`a in Kaunakakai following camp, on Sunday the 29th. Two good reasons to sign up for the extended stay!
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Mark
Ha`aha`a
USA
1628 Posts |
Posted - 02/29/2008 : 10:23:19 AM
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Just heard back from the Nature Conservancy. As of today (Feb 29 -- Happy Bissextus!) there are 9 spaces open for the hike.
Here is the letter I rec'd:
Thank you for your interest in the Molokai Preserves. Guided hikes occur monthly at Kamakou (rainforest, Pepeopae boardwalk) and Mo`omomi Preserves (sand dunes). You must call or email The Nature Conservancy’s Molokai office to make reservations. There is a hike fee of $25.00 for each participant. To secure reservations, a refundable $25.00 deposit is required. The deposit will be forfeited if you do not notify us of any cancellation within 48 hours of the hike.
Pick up time at the Molokai Airport baggage claim area is at 8:30 a.m. for both hikes. Return time is approximately 4:00 p.m. for the Kamakou hike and 2:30 p.m. for the Mo`omomi hike. If you have your own 4-wheel drive vehicle, you are welcome to tag along and join the hike free of charge. There is a limit of one additional vehicle per hike so please contact the office in advance to arrange to do this.
Everyone participating on the hikes must sign a hike waiver. Note: The four wheel drive roads to the preserves are rough and bumpy. These trips are not recommended for people with bad backs. Both hikes are moderately difficult. The Kamakou hike is approximately 3 miles round trip. The boardwalk is about 8 inches wide, slippery in some areas, and not recommended for those who have difficulty balancing on a narrow path. The Mo`omomi hike is approximately 2 miles round trip. The preserve is located along the northwest coastline of Molokai and it can get very hot. This trail runs along the beach and is not recommended for people that have difficulty walking on the sand. Please keep in mind that the preserves are in remote areas and bring along any medication that you may need (i.e. allergy, asthma).
All participants are asked to bring a sack lunch and water. Shoes with tread are recommended for both hikes. Please clean shoes and gear of dirt and non-native (introduced) plant material before arriving on the island. For the Kamakou hike, wear long pants and shoes and bring rain gear. For the Mo`omomi hike you may wear either pants or shorts. Sunscreen and a hat are recommended.
I look forward to seeing you on Molokai.
Mahalo,
Candy Pedro
Operations Specialist
Email: hike_molokai @ tnc.org
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JeffC
Lokahi
USA
189 Posts |
Posted - 03/02/2008 : 11:57:45 AM
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Both of these places are spectacular with some other-wordly sights; and having a guide to help interpret what you are seeing makes the experience that much better. Maria and I have been to kamakou just once, but Mo`omomi several times. I would add to the Mo`omomi observations that in addition to the possibility of being very hot, it can be very wind-swept. Make sure to bring ample water.
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Jeff
Making Trout Country safe for Slack Key! |
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Larry Goldstein
Lokahi
267 Posts |
Posted - 03/02/2008 : 1:33:44 PM
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it can be very wind-swept
Good advice Jeff. I walked the spectacular Papohaku Beach in 2006 and the sand was blowing horizontal. Maybe that's why I had the entire beach to myself <g>
But that walk was a memorable highlight in a wonderful week of lifelong memories on Moloka'i.
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JeffC
Lokahi
USA
189 Posts |
Posted - 03/03/2008 : 09:44:27 AM
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Another thing that can be handy is a lens cleaner cloth, or (what I did) a shirt that you can use the inside of to clean your glasses and camera lenses regularly. I knew how often my glasses were in need of cleaning from the sea spray, but I didn't clean my camera often enough and have some really nice shots really blurred by salt!
One of our trips to Mo`omomi was relatively calm and we were able to swim safely in one of the small bays (usually not recommended). Windy or not, there is something magical about the place. When my kids were born, it was Mo`omomi that my wife visuallized in her mind to help with the rigors of childbirth. |
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Making Trout Country safe for Slack Key! |
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Mark
Ha`aha`a
USA
1628 Posts |
Posted - 03/15/2008 : 11:24:37 AM
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Hi all -
Just a note to let you know that the `Ukulele Building Class with Dennis Lake is full, and we are starting a waiting list.
Our server is undergoing some upgrade pilikia, so I have not been able to post changes to the website. Dang droids!
We still have space available for June, but it is filling up fast. Don't miss out-- it is going to be a great camp!
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Mark
Ha`aha`a
USA
1628 Posts |
Posted - 03/24/2008 : 3:04:22 PM
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Aloha kakou -
I am afraid I have some unsettling news. At noon Hawaii time on March 24th we received word that the Lodge and Beach Village at the Moloka‘i Ranch is closing effective April 5th.
Here is the text of the e-mail:
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Aloha Mark,
This is a follow up email to our conversation that we had moments ago. All guests rooms will no longer be available as of April 5, 2008. I'm very sorry to be the one to delivery this news. We received AMC's deposit for 2009 and I will be mailing this back to you today, via certified mail.
The Lodge & Beach Village at Molokai Ranch
Marlo Nishimoto
Sales Manager
This is disturbing news, but you can be assured that we are planning on going ahead with the Aloha Camp as scheduled. We are researching sites on Molokai, as well as some of the other islands so you will not have to change your travel plans.
If you have any preference, please let me know by posting here. But please do not call or e-mail–as you can imagine, Keola and I will be very busy over the next few weeks.
I will post news on the website, and e-mail weekly updates to our registered guests.
Here is a brief story for the Honolulu Advertiser:
http://www.honoluluadvertiser.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080324/BREAKING01/80324054/1001/BREAKING01
Mahalo nui for your patience and understanding.
Imua!
Mark Kailana Nelson |
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neeej
`Olu`olu
USA
643 Posts |
Posted - 03/24/2008 : 5:45:56 PM
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Julie H
Ha`aha`a
USA
1206 Posts |
Posted - 03/24/2008 : 6:18:18 PM
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I read the news report and it is blatantly obvious that this is a punitive measure. A Hong Kong company does not get its way immediately and so they will take their marbles, quit the game and go home, leaving destruction in their wake. My sorrow lies with all the loyal Molokai employees that we've come to know. I don't suppose there is any way a Hawaiian company could take over the business.
It reminds me of a local timber baron who threatened to cut down the area's huge old-growth redwood tree, which all the neighbors had loved over many years, if the neighbors protested his timber harvest plan.
Nasty, nasty, nasty.
Mark, I wish you the best of luck with your search for an acceptable place. I know it is going to be very difficult for you as these things always take so much time in advance. I know it took you a long time to find this place. It saddens me to think we'll never see it again...
Aloha, Julie |
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wcerto
Ahonui
USA
5052 Posts |
Posted - 03/24/2008 : 6:42:40 PM
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Talk about Greedy Smurf! Funny - not using the properties the way they are now being used makes no sense whatsoever. The corporation will then derive NO income. I don't get it,. Like Julie says, it is an obvious bit of arm twisting in an attempt to develop properties the way they want, without following the rules and without regard for the `aina.
Can read this at Star-Bulletin: http://starbulletin.com/2008/03/25/news/story01.html
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Ua Mau Ke Ea O Ka `Aina I Ka Pono.
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Ua like no a like
Me ku`u one hânau
Ke po`okela i ka piko o na kuahiwi
Me Moloka`i nui a Hina
`Âina i ka wehiwehi
E ho`i no au e pili
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Me ke aloha
Malama pono,
Wanda |
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wcerto
Ahonui
USA
5052 Posts |
Posted - 03/25/2008 : 05:02:49 AM
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| I think if I lived Hawai`i, I would become a radical. |
Me ke aloha
Malama pono,
Wanda |
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NANI
Lokahi
USA
292 Posts |
Posted - 03/25/2008 : 05:46:17 AM
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I am in a terrible state of shock. I just can not believe anyone would do someting like this. There are not words to express the emotions and or thoughts other than the thankfulness that I was given the gift of attending at least once.
GOOD LUCK
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"A hui hou kakou, malama pono".
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2008 Summer Aloha Camp
