The next hikes from the Hawaiian Trail and Mountain Club:

• Mar 20 Sat 8AM WILIWILINUI (4 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Wai’alae)

The good news is that it’s mostly a 4WD road walk and quite lovely with the first two steep, eroded sections of the trail terraced with man-made steps.  The bad news is that on the final ascent to the Ko’olau crest the upper two exposed sections have turned into a trench with no terraced steps with only a rope to assist you.  Would you believe this trail was first hiked by the club on March 20, 1920? Coordinator Wil Kawano, ph 373-1492.

• Mar 20 Sat  POTLUCK & SLIDESHOW (Potluck @ 5PM)

In September of 2009, seven HTMC members traveled to Europe to hike the popular Haute Route trail. Join them this evening at the Clubhouse as they share their photos of the 20 day adventure, hiking roughly 110 miles from Chamonix France to Zermatt Switzerland. Please bring a potluck dish to share. RSVP via Email (preferred) HTMCEntertainment@yahoo.com or call Bev at 384-5100. Non-members pay normal clubhouse fee to attend.

• Mar 21 Sun 8AM WAILUPE LOOP 100-Mi (6 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Aina Haina)

It’s a steep, lung busting climb to the crest of the Ko’olau from the valley; cross over the narrow, windswept, summit ridge with death drops; and at the Wiliwilinui ridge summit make your way down the slippery, clay-like dirt trail with a rope to assist you. Watch for pink ribbons along the4WD road that will loop you back to the valley. Coordinator Jay Feldman, ph 234-9069.

• Mar 28 Sun 8AM MANANA

(12 Mi/Advanced/Ridge/Pacific Palisades) All hikers will enjoy this magnificent ridge walk. Beginners can stroll through the level, lower section. Intermediates can turn around at the scenic helipad. Hardcore hikers can head for the summit and a chance at a windward view. Coordinator Justin Ohara, ph 778-8629.

Information from the Hawaiian Trail and Mountain Club about their hikes:

Visiting hikers are welcome; every non-member 18 and over are asked to give a $3 donation. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

For hikes, meet at Iolani Palace, mountain side, at 8 AM unless otherwise noted. For trail maintenance, call  Mike Algiers, 422-1048. Please sign our release and abide by our rules.

We do not arrange transportation. However, you are welcome to arrange your own. You are cautioned not to leave valuables in parked cars.

Bring lunch and water on all hikes. Wear sturdy shoes and clothing. Extra caution may be required on some trails. You are responsible for yourself at all times.

Keep trails and lunch sites free of litter; treat trees and plants with respect and care. ALWAYS be careful with fire, matches and cigarettes.

Many of our hikes require special permission. For trails open to the public, refer to the State Forestry maps. Firearms and pets are prohibited on hikes.