Tables & BarBQ area

Due to what this management considered abuse by guests and outsiders, it has been determined by them to remove all but 2 tables. So it's now first come first serve. If you want a guaranteed place at the tables, you have to be there before 5pm











Tables were getting a bit old and worn out after all these years

















From a distance this is what we were using and their dark brown color











This is what we ended up with after the painting. The light green color matches the trim on our buildings. This confirms ownership to visitors and aids in privacy concerns.

The Surf Rider Foundation

THE SURFRIDER FOUNDATION’S OAHU CHAPTER PRESENTSTHE 9th ANNUAL JOHN KELLY ENVIRONMENTAL AWARDS PARTY Honolulu, O’ahu

(Nov. 7, 2011): On Saturday, December 3rd, the Surfrider Foundation’s O’ahu Chapter will present the 9th Annual John Kelly Environmental Achievement Awards. The celebration will be held at Waimea Valley Pavilion and will feature live music from the Intire Project and a few surprise guests. Tickets are $60 for general admission, $75 at the door and sponsor tables begin at $750. All proceeds will benefit Surfrider’s O’ahu Chapter and their efforts to preserve our coasts. The ceremony is in honor of John Kelly, the legendary waterman and environmental leader who started Save Our Surf and fought to protect Hawai‘i’s coastlines from overdevelopment. Kelly and SOS helped to save 140 surf sites on O’ahu and around the state, while also stopping many destructive developments. Following in his wake, Surfrider’s O’ahu Chapter has worked with other organizations to help preserve Pūpūkea-Paumalu (aka, Save Sunset Beach), Kaka’ako Park and Waimea Valley. The party will feature spirits from Barefoot Wine & Bubbly and a variety of local beers courtesy of Kona Brewing Company. Other sponsors include RevoluSun, Brett & Dee Thomas at Surf 4 Hugs, First Wind, Patagonia, the Kokua Foundation Hawaii, Green Magazine and Nella Media Group. Former Lifetime Achievement Award winner Mark Cunningham will serve as the evening’s emcee. This year’s awardees have done inspiring work to improve their communities and protect our marine environment. Cora Sanchez will be given the Lifetime Achievement Award for her efforts in helping to create the Pūpūkea-Waimea Marine Life Conservation District (MLCD). Cora was also a co-founder of Surfrider’s O’ahu Chapter (along with former winner Peter Cole) and the Friends of Shark’s Cove. She has worked tirelessly to help protect the North Shore’s coastlines and “Keep the Country Country!” The Kona Brewing Company will receive the Environmentally Friendly Hawai‘i-Based Company Award for their role in promoting sustainable practices at all their facilities and advocating for coastal preservation. The company helps organize the Kona Brewers Festival, which raises money for educational, environmental and cultural organizations. Along with installing solar and using recycled building materials at their facilities, Kona Brewing Company continues to support local efforts to protect beaches and coastlines across Hawai‘i. Kyle Thiermann will be given the Professional Surfer Award for creating a five-part video series, Surfing for Change, to encourage individuals to change their life habits to help save the environment. Kyle’s video “Where Is Away? Solving Plastic Pollution in 4 Minutes” shows how wasteful and destructive single-use plastics are to the marine environment and encourages people to bring their own reusable bags and bottles. Held each year in honor of John Kelly, the Awards Ceremony honors those individuals and organizations that have followed in his footsteps and continued his legacy of environmental leadership.
Below is a list of previous winners, all of whom are invited to attend the event:
Previous Winners Lifetime Achievement Hawai‘i-Based Company
Professional Surfer2010 Mark Cunningham Honolulu Weekly
Duane DeSoto2009 Yvon Chouinard Bill Braden
The Malloy Brothers2008 Shaun Tomson Styrophobia
Dave Rastovich2007 Randy Rarick Pacific Biodiesel
James Pribram2006 Peter Cole Schnitzer Steel Hawai‘i
Pancho Sullivan2005 Larry McElheny Jack Johnson/Brushfire Records
Rochelle Ballard2004 George Downing Oceanit
Kelly Slater2003 John Kelly Patagonia-Haleiwa
Rob Machado Tickets can be purchased online at the O’ahu Chapter’s website: www.Surfrider.org/oahu. Sponsor tables can be reserved online as well. For more information on the event and on sponsoring a table please contact Amanda Corby at amanda@undermyumbrella.com. The Surfrider Foundation is a non-profit grassroots environmental organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of our world’s oceans, waves and beaches through a powerful activist network. Originally founded in 1984 by a group of visionary surfers, the Surfrider Foundation is now in its 27th year and has grown to more than 80 chapters and 250,000 supporters, activists and members. The O’ahu Chapter focuses on the issues of beach access, water quality, coastal preservation and plastic marine debris. For more information about Surfrider and the John Kelly Awards, please visit www.surfrider.org/oahu. ###

Cora Sanchez - corasanchez@hawaii.rr.com

Rock Wall

Before we get into the pictures of the wall, I would like to extend a personal mahalo to those that donated funds to make this wall happen:

Terry & Kathy McGaughan, Paul & Lauren Martin, Al & Babe DaSilva all for their very generous support.












This is the entrance to Parking Lot B after the lights have been installed.

As an extension and completion of our fence project, it was determined that a rock wall would complete the project. The Board looked at various designs and determined that this one would look the best.

The next two pictures are the completed walls to Parking lot A



















These next two pics are the completed entrance walls to Parking lot B















Here's a view of the walkway from inside the property looking towards Haleiwa Rd.




This is one look at the right side of entry at Parking lot B before we built the planter.



















Rock wall parking lot B right side on entry










Parking lot B left side 2nd view










The Walkway before the wall










Beginning of right side parking lot A. I removed the hibiscus plant here on the end where the rock wall would be seen and transplanted it by the walkway where there were voids in the hedge.










Beginning of left side parking lot A










Here is where I removed the hibiscus plant from where the wall was being built as it would have blocked the view of the wall. I also removed a crouton plant along the left side of the wall and transplanted it. There is a need for about 4 more hibiscus plants in this area (as seen in the next picture). The next picture is where we did the transplanting of the hibiscus.

Travel along the North Shore

NORTH SHORE OF OAHU HAWAII TRANSPORTATION

There are many ways to explore the island of Oahu. Here are a few options:

By Air

Flights from all over the world land at Honolulu International Airport just outside of downtown Honolulu. Alaska Airlines now offers many non-stop flights to and from Alaska. Hawaiian Air, Island Air, American Airlines‚ and Delta Airlines are the major airline carriers serving the islands. Free Wiki-Wiki (Hawaiian for 'quick') shuttle buses run between the Main Terminal and Interisland Terminal every 15 minutes.



TheBoat

A new transportation service on Oahu between Barbers Point and Honolulu, Hawaii (TheBoat is no longer in service).



By Car

Rent a car at the airport and explore the island on your schedule. Haleiwa is only 20 - 30 minutes away from the the airport. Car rentals are available at the airport and various locations downtown. A car is worth having for visits to the North Shore or if you are staying outside of Honolulu/Waikiki. Major Highways (Click on the map for a larger view) which will be posted later. The following are some of the more important major highways on Oahu. Both the common name and the state route number are given here. With the exception of H-1, H-2, and H-3, locals refer to state highways by name, rather than route number.



•H-1 runs from Kahala in East Honolulu west, through downtown Honolulu, past the airport and out to the western suburb of Kapolei where it joins Farrington Highway.

•H-2 runs from the town of Waipahu through Mililani to the town of Wahiawa in Central Oahu.

•H-3 runs from the suburb of Aiea, through the windward communities of Kaneohe and Kailua, to the gate of Marine Corps Base Hawaii. Nimitz Highway/Ala Moana Boulevard (state route 92) runs from Pearl Harbor to Waikiki; it is the main route from the airport to Waikiki.

•Pali Highway (state route 61) runs from downtown Honolulu to the Windward town of Kailua.

•Likelike Highway (state route 63) runs from the Kalihi district of Honolulu to the Windward town of Kaneohe.

•Kalanianaole Highway (state route 72) starts from the east end of H-1 and runs through the East Honolulu suburbs around Makapuu Point, and through the rural community of Waimanalo, ending in Kailua.

•Kamehameha Highway (state routes 99, 80, and 83) is the main highway on Oahu, starting from Pearl Harbor, going through the leeward communities of Aiea and Pearl City, then through Central Oahu, around the North Shore, and along the Windward coast ending at the town of Kaneohe.

•Farrington Highway (state route 93) is two separate roads: the south side starts where H-1 leaves off in Kapolei and leads to the Leeward coast communities of Nanakuli, Waianae, and Makaha, ending at the south end of Kaena Point State Park. The north side starts from Waialua on the North Shore through the community of Mokuleia to the north end of Kaena Point State Park(the road used to go around the point but the part that actually rounded the point has been closed and replaced with a nature preserve. A trail connects the two portions).

•Fort Weaver Road/Kunia Road (state routes 76, 750) goes from Schofield Barracks near Wahiawa south to Ewa Beach.



By Bus"TheBus"

Bus routes for every destination make traveling the island a breeze. Hop on TheBus from the airport via the Ala Moana Mall and head up to Haleiwa. Busses run 24 hours a day and are a great way to see the country side with out having to navigate your way. The Oahu bus system, officially called TheBus, runs between almost all towns and to most tourist destinations. Fare for TheBus is US$2.50 for adults, exact change is compulsory and it will get you anywhere on the island TheBus goes.



There is a 4 day TheBus 'Tourist' pass available from most ABC Stores (like a 7/11) for US $25. Make sure you 'scratch' it correctly before getting on the first TheBus. Also available from ABC Stores and other Waikiki-area shops is a very handy guide to TheBus for US$2.95. 
TheBus to Wikiki: routes #19 and #20 run between the airport and Waikiki. The fare is US$2.25 for adults. Exact change is required and space for baggage is limited. When taking TheBus from the airport to Waikiki, make sure the destination sign reads "Waikiki Beach and Hotels". The westbound #19 bus continues to a military installation (Hickam AFB), and Military Police check all passengers for military ID at the gate.



The tram-style "Free Shopping Shuttles" which pick up around Waikiki beach will take you to the Ala Moana Center. Be aware that this shuttle will first take you to Hilo Hattie's flagship tourist shop west of the center. It's free, but not a direct route so if you're not interested in stopping off at Hilo Hattie's you may prefer to look elsewhere for transport as this option will add at least 30 minutes to your commute.





By Bicycle

Rent a bicycle in Honolulu or in Haleiwa and go for a ride! Haleiwa offers a brand new paved two lane bike path from town to Waialua. Lots of other biking trails for the off roader. Take your cruiser to Sunset beach and cruise from surf break to surf break. You can rent a board rack for you bike at most rental shops. Please email with questions concerning rentals on the north shore and in Haleiwa Town. By Motorcycle Rent a motorcycle in Honolulu and cruise up to the North Shore. The destination for all the motorcycle clubs on the island.



By Train

Dole Plantation - Historic train tours through the plantation outside of Haleiwa. This is a great way to see the countryside and enjoy fresh local cuisine. Check out the gift shop, it has some of the best locally made goods on the North Shore! To learn more and to plan a tour: Dole Plantation



Helicopter

Heli Tours is one of them - Heli USA Airways - Special North Shore excursion over Waimea Bay, Sunset Beach and the Banzai Pipeline! This extensive tour covers the history, myths and spectacular sites and beauty of the Island of Oahu! On this spectacular tour you will explore the hidden rainforests, valleys, waterfalls and beaches of Oahu only made possible by the unique abilities of the helicopter.



You will cruise past the vivid turquoise coral reefs and white sand of Waikiki to the extinct volcano of Diamond Head, the mythical home of fire Goddess "Pele." You will see the cliffs in the Nuuanu Valley where King Kamehameha defeated the Oahuans in 1795, as well as the locations made famous by movies such as Jurassic Park, Hawaii Five O, and Magnum P.I., Pearl Harbor and Gilligan's Island.



Your tour continues north up the spectacular coastline to Sacred Falls before returning via the Dole Pineapple Plantations to Honolulu Airport. Your tour will include views of Pearl Harbor, Battleship Row, Punchbowl National and the Arizona Memorial.



To learn more and to book an excursion: Heli USA Airways



By Glider Plane

The Original Glider Rides has a wide variety of flights available, from the easy going scenic flight to the wild aerobatic flight and everything else in-between. Turn your world upside-down with a thrilling aerobatic ride. Strap on a parachute, climb into out aerobatic glider with an experienced aerobatic pilot, and hold on tight for the ride of your life. Pull G's, float in zero-gravity, loop-d-loop, roll wing-tip to wing-tip, draw clover-leafs in the sky, pull straight up vertically into a hammer-head stall, and then fall off into a vertical dive straight down. At 2 positive-G's, wing-overs are the most mellow maneuver on your aerobatic ride. To learn more and book a flight: Honolulu Soaring

VASH

V.A.S.H. = Visitors Aloha Society of Hawaii will help you as a visitor if you have problems returning to your home because of something that affected your stay herein the islands. http://www.visitoralohasocietyofhawaii.org/ or phone them at 808-926-8274. They have 24 hour service and can come to you if you cannot get to them. It is a travelers aid organization.

Their mission:
The mission of the Visitor Aloha Society of Hawaii is to share Aloha with visitors who have been victims of a crime or other adversities, and to provide follow-up assistance and support in an effort to create a positive memory of their stay in our islands.

Their goal:
Our goal is for every visitor victim, whether from the Mainland, a foreign country, or a neighbor island, to share with their family and friends that, despite an unfortunate incident, the Aloha Spirit of Hawai'i is real and that they can look forward to their next visit to the "Aloha" state.

Their Basic Function:
1) Provide assistance to visitors traumatized by crime or other adversities. Cases can be referred by law enforcement agencies, hospitals, and others.
2) Recruit, train and coordinate the efforts of community volunteers to provide assistance and support to visitors.

Select painting shots as of August 12, 2011

Termite damage to front entryway over hallway front entry to Bldg. B scheduled for repair Aug 13










Carpentry work needing to be done above Unit 601 outside their lanai. Scheduled repair is Aug 13.











As of 8-12 Bldg B front entry by 402















As of 8-5 Bldg A

Aug 02, 2011 Hallway Bldg A 2nd floor













July 21, black & white photo










July 17
















July 1












June 28, 2011

Facelift - landscaping

Pictures are obviously posted from the new look back to the old look This portion of the landscaping project began July 21, 2011and was pretty much completed with the planting of the Areca palms on Monday July 25.

Facelift - painting began June 27, 2011

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