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hawaiiantropic HISTORY The heart and soul of Hawaiian Tropic is first and foremost about Hawaii. It embodies the Hawaiian "Aloha Spirit". Hawaiian Tropic calls to mind the lush vegetation, the tropical aromas,and the exotic beaches of the Hawaiian landscape. More importantly, it is a state of mind that is rooted in the deep passion that all people possess for the beach lifestyle. Hawaiian Tropic represents all outdoor recreational activities that include: surfing, volleyball, kayaking, boogie boarding, even Nascar and Formula I,as well as that age old sport of "working on the perfect tan". Hawaiian Tropic is a lifestyle brand that is very much about: The Ultimate Beach Party, Spring Break and Beauty Pageants. Hawaiian Tropic believes strongly in innovation and quality, and prides itself on providing excellent customer service. After having spent much of his teen years looking for that right suntan product that would shield his fair skin,Ron Rice decided to manufacture his own out of his garage. Rumor has it that Ron sold his first bottle of Hawaiian Tropic the same day that America launched the first moon mission in July, 1969. One could say it was "one small step for Ron, one giant leap for Hawaiian Tropic", because by the year 2003, Hawaiian Tropic had achieved the following: One of the top three leaders in the sun care industry. Overall brand awareness at 90%. MILESTONES In 1970, Hawaiian Tropic became the official sponsor of Spring Break.Today, over 30 years later, Hawaiian Tropic remains a dominant presence,premiering the annual ritual of Spring Break with spokes-models,large visuals and banners, and sample distribution. In 1983, Hawaiian Tropic hosted its first Miss Hawaiian Tropic International Pageant.Today, over 20,000 young women participate in these pageants with majorinternational coverage by television and radio, including specialsegments on the E! network. Over 1400 pageant events are held worldwideeach year with celebrity judges and guest appearances. In 1985, Hawaiian Tropic signed an exclusive sun care product relationship with"Six Flags" water theme park. Today, Hawaiian Tropic has more exclusive water parkrelationships than any other national brand, reaching over 50 million people.These parks include "Wet and Wild" in California, Las Vegas and Florida, as well as "Splish Splash",the only water park on Long Island, and of course "Big Kahuna's" in Florida. In 1997, Hawaiian Tropic launched its corporate web site, offering product information,suncare tips, as well as the sale of promotional products. Today, the site boasts over 19 millionhits per month, as well as up-to-date information on all promotional events. For the year 2004, Hawaiian Tropic will be a major sponsor of "The Betty Series",North America's premiere of all girl extreme sports series. The first of its kind,this event will feature surfing, skating, snowboarding and wakeboarding.

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Hawai`i Department of Land and Natural Resources: Division of State Parks: Oahu Parks Text version DLNR Home | State Parks Home | State of Hawaii Home | Search State Parks on the Island of O'ahu PARK HOURS. Entrance gates of certain parks on O'ahu are closed at nights. The open hours are 7 a.m. to 7:45 p.m. from April 1 to Labor Day, and 7 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. from the day after Labor Day to March 31. 'Aiea Bay State Recreation Area Off Kamehameha Highway (Hwy.) at McGrew Loop near Aloha Stadium, 'Aiea. Along the banks of Pearl Harbor's East Loch, the park offers picnicking opportunities. Views of Pearl Harbor and the Arizona Memorial. The Pearl Harbor bike path passes through the park. Diamond Head State Monument Brochure Off Diamond Head Road Between Makapu'u Avenue and 18th Avenue, Honolulu. Hawai'i's most famous landmark--a large tuff cone which was formed by a short series of explosive eruptions some 100,000 years ago; National Natural Landmark. Picnicking on the crater floor in a landscaped meadow; detachment from the city. Moderate family hike (bring a flashlight) with panoramic view of Honolulu; trail 0.7 mile one-way and with some hazards. Viewpoint of Kahala plain. Park gate open 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. 475.0 acres Hanauma Bay State Underwater Park At Hanauma Bay Beach Park, 0.3 miles east of Hawaii Kai off Kalaniana'ole Highway (Highway 72). Observation of reef fishes and corals through snorkeling or SCUBA diving; good area for novices. Swimming. Adjoining land area is a City and County beach park. Interpretive kiosk in beach park pavilion. Taking of any marine plant or animal life is prohibited. 101.0 acres He'eia State Park 46-465 Kamehameha Highway (Highway 836) at Kealohi Point, He'eia. Coastal site with picnicking and good views of Kane'ohe Bay and He'eia Fishpond. Weekend party hall rental--contact the Friends of He'eia State Park at 247-3156. Park hours (see note). 18.5 acres 'Iolani Palace State Monument Corner of South King Street and Richards Street, downtown Honolulu. Royal Palace of the Hawaiian Monarchy. Officially dedicated in 1882, 'Iolani Palace served as the setting for the monarchs and their courts on formal occasions. Guided tours of the palace interior by advance reservations (fee charged)--call the Friends of 'Iolani Palace at (808) 522-0832; tour hours are 9 a.m. to 2:15 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday. Landscaped grounds popular for informal lawn picnics and Friday noon band concerts. National Historic Landmark. 11.0 acres Ka'ena Point State Park End of Farrington Highway (Highway 930), Makua. Relatively remote wild coastline with picnicking opportunities and shore fishing. Large sandy beach at Keawa'ula Bay with board surfing and bodysurfing for experts and swimming only during completely calm conditions in the summer; lifeguard services. Long family hike (2.7 miles one-way) along volcanic coast with tide pools, small natural stone arches and fine views of Makua coastline. Early morning porpoise sightings from point near Kaluakauila stream mouth. Viewing of the large sea cave, Kaneana, legendary home of Nanue the shark man. Hot, dry area with little shade. No drinking water. 778.6 acres Kahana Valley State Park 52-222 Kamehameha Highway (Highway 83), Kahana. Scenic wildland valley. Swimming, bodysurfing, beach-related activities, picnicking, camping and viewing of Huilua Fishpond at beach area. Hardy family hike (4.9 miles) and fruit picking in lushly vegetated forest; picnicking in coconut grove; pig hunting in public hunting area. Park open during daylight hours. 5,228.7 acres Kaka'ako Waterfront Park End of Ahui or Ohe Streets off Ala Moana Boulevard, Honolulu. Waterfront park with shore fishing and ocean access for body surfing. Built over a former municipal landfill, the park offers a waterfront promenade, picnic areas, an amphitheater, and observation areas with fine views of Waikiki and Diamond Head. 35.0 acres Kea'iwa Heiau State Recreation Area End of 'Aiea Heights Drive, 'Aiea Heights, 'Aiea. Forest recreation: picnicking, camping and hardy family hiking (4.8-mile loop trail); rustic facilities. Remains of heiau ho'ola (temple of healing) and specimens of medicinal plants on display. Park hours (see note). 384.5 acres Kewalo Basin Off Ala Moana Blvd. at Ward Avenue. Adjacent to Ala Moana Beach Park. Oceanside park near downtown Honolulu with a pedestrian promenade, trellised picnic areas, and outdoor showers. Kukaniloko Birthstones State Monument Brochure At the intersection of Kamehameha Highway (Hwy. 99) and Whitmore Avenue on the north side of Wahiawa. In early Hawai'i, this is where royalty came for the birth of their child to assure high-ranking status. The site consists of numerous stones within a grove of eucalyptus and coconut trees surrounded by pineapple fields. 5.0 acres La'ie Point State Wayside Off Kamehameha Highway (Hwy. 83) at La'ie town via Anemoku Street to end of Naupaka Street. Scenic views of offshore sea arch and seabird sanctuary island. Good shore fishing from sea cliffs at the point. Makapu'u Point State Wayside Off Kalaniana'ole Highway (Hwy. 72) from either Waimanalo or Hawai'i Kai. A 1-mile hike (one-way) along the former roadway to the lighthouse. At various points there are sweeping views of the southeastern O'ahu coastline - whales may be visible. Uphill climb to 500-foot elevation under hot, dry, and windy conditions. No drinking water or restrooms available. 38.2 acres Malaekahana State Recreation Area Off Kamehameha Highway (Highway 83), Malaekahana Beach: Kalanai Point Section 0.6 mile north of La'ie town; Kahuku Section 1.3 miles north of La'ie town. Wooded beach park with swimming, bodysurfing, beach-related activities and shore fishing. Picnicking and camping a Kalanai Point Section. Picnicking, lodging and fee camping at Kahuku section--call 293-1736 for lodging and camping reservations. Park hours (see note). 110.0 acres Nu'uanu Pali State Wayside Nu'uanu Pali summit from marked access road off Pali Highway (Highway 61). Impressive view of windward O'ahu from brink of pali (cliffs) at 1200 feet elevation, Ko'olau Range. Winds are usually so strong that one can lean against the wall of wind. 3.0 acres Pu'u o Mahuka Heiau State Monument Brochure Off Pupukea Homestead Road (Highway 835) from Kamehameha Highway (Highway 83) across from Pupukea fire station. Viewing of O'ahu's largest heiau (place of worship), a low-walled court platform-type temple with two adjoining smaller independent structures. Reputed sacrifice site of Captain George Vancouver's watering party in 1793. National Historic Landmark. 5.7 acres Pu'u 'Ualaka'a State Wayside Off Round Top Drive off Makiki Street, Honolulu Forested area on a cinder cone close to downtown Honolulu. Lookout provides sweeping view of southern O'ahu from Diamond Head to Pearl Harbor, including Honolulu and Manoa Valley. Picnic shelters available. Trailhead for 'Ualaka'a Loop Trail (1-mile loop). 50.0 acres Royal Mausoleum State Monument 2261 Nu'uanu Avenue, Honolulu Burial place of Hawaiian royalty--members of the Kamehameha and Kalakaua Dynasties with their retainers. Information service; guided tours by advance reservations. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday thru Friday and on Memorial Day. Picnicking not allowed. 10.0 acres Sacred Falls State Park On Kamehameha Highway (Highway 83), 1 mile south of Hau'ula town. TRAIL CLOSED INDEFINITELY DUE TO 5/99 LANDSLIDE TRAGEDY . 1,373.9 acres Sand Island State Recreation Area End of Sand Island Access Road, off Nimitz Highway (Highway 92), Sand Island, Honolulu. Landscaped coastal park with picnicking, camping, pleasure walking, shore fishing and board surfing. Small sand beach. Good view of Honolulu Harbor and attractive sunsets. Boat ramp nearby. Park hours (see note). 14.0 acres Ulu Po Heiau State Monument Brochure By foot from YMCA parking lot, via Manu-O'o, Manu-Aloha, and Uluoa streets, off Kailua Road (Highway 61), 0.4 mile northeast of Castle Hospital, Kailua. Viewing of the ruins of a large, open platform heiau (place of worship). Fine view of Kawainui marsh. 8.3 acres Wa'ahila Ridge State Recreation Area End of Ruth Place, via Peter Street from St. Louis Drive off Wai'alae Avenue, St. Louis Heights, Honolulu. Wildland picnicking on a Norfolk Island pine forested ridge. Fine views of Manoa and Palolo valleys. Hardy family hiking in the forest reserve. Park hours (see note). 49.9 acres Wahiawa Freshwater State Recreation Area 380 Walker Avenue, off Avocado Street off California Avenue from Kamehameha Highway (Highway 80), Wahiawa. Picnicking along the wooded shore of Wahiawa Reservoir. Year-round shore and boat freshwater fishing; fishing restrictions. No swimming or water skiing. Boating only for fishing purposes; boat ramp at the site. Park hours (see note). 65.9 acres State Parks Home DLNR Home | State of Hawaii Home | Text Only | Boards and Commissions | Divisions and Offices | Quarterly Exhibit Contact Info | Administrative Rules | Exhibits | Credits | Privacy Policy | Accessibilty | FAQ's | Search State of Hawaii, Department of Land and Natural Resources Kalanimoku Bldg., 1151 Punchbowl St., Honolulu, HI 96813 Phone : (808)587-0400 Fax : (808)587-0390 Email : dlnr@exec.state.hi.us

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Pure Texan - http://www.puretexan.com/ Texas themed jewelry emphasizing the use of star blue topaz and Concho pearls. Gold Crown Jewelers - http://www.goldcrownjewelers.com/ Hawaiian retailers, wholesalers and manufacturers of hand crafted and hand engraved jewelry in 14 and 18 karat gold, platinum, and silver. Gokul - http://www.gokulgold.com/ Offering 22kt gold jewelry from the far east and India. Hawaiian Jack - http://www.hawaiianjack.com/ Elegance with a touch of attitude. Hawaiian jewelry for all occasions. Island Girlz Hawaii - http://www.islandgirlz.com/ Specializing in Hawaiian and South Pacific exports. Luna Nuova - http://www.lunanuova.com/ Museum reproductions of Etruscan jewelry in 18 kt gold, silver, amber and lapis lazuli. Russian Charm Imports - http://members.cox.net/russiancharm Finift Russian enamel jewelry, icons, and brooches from Rostov, Russia. 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Chilleri Jewels - http://www.chillerijewels.it/ Offers quality cufflinks by Italian designers using gold and platinum with precious, and semi-precious stones. Ancient Silver Treasures - http://www.ancientsilvertreasures.com/ Offering necklaces, bracelets, rings, and earrings. Includes amber, garnet and amethyst, imported from Bali, Indonesia. The Great New Zealand Paua Company - http://www.nzefleece.com/ Specialized in paua shell jewelry. Cartouche, Ltd. - http://www.cartoucheltd.com/ Imported gold and silver Cartouches and Pharonic jewelry handmade in Cairo, Egypt. Joias Raras - http://www.joiasraras.com/ingles/index.asp Brazilian pendants, earrings, and rings made from coconut skin and gold. Also offers kits. La Bottega dei Monili - http://www.bottegadeimonili.com/ING/mstartING.htm Offering ethnic jewelry from all over the world. Hawaiian Heirloom Jewelry - http://www.hwn.net/ Manufacturer and wholesaler specializing in Hawaiian heirloom jewelry and diamonds. HandcraftedSilver.com - http://www.handcraftedsilver.com/ Handcrafted Scandinavian and Celtic designs. Hawaiian Jewelry Shop - http://www.hawaiianjewelryshop.com/ Custom made Hawaiian jewelry. Designs 'N Gold - http://www.designsngold.com/ Specializing in Hawaiian jewelry. Starlink Resource - http://www.starlinkresource.ca/ Offering ethnic and spiritual charms. Urweg - http://www.urweg.com/ Offering traditional museum quality Celtic, Norse, Scandinavian, Rus and Magyar jewelry. Jade from Burma - http://www.jadefromburma.com Offering a selection of jade jewelry such as rings, pendants and bracelets. Rei Jewellery - http://www.reijewellery.co.nz/ Maori and New Zealand design jewelry in paua (abalone shell), black pearl and greenstone jade (nephrite). Heruka's Treasure - http://www.herukastreasure.org/ Crafted Buddhist jewelry and dharma ritual items. Sterling Silver Jewelry 4-U - http://www.sterlingsilverjewelry4u.com/ Selection of imported sterling silver rings, bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and amber jewelry. Montana Dreams - http://www.montanadreams.net/ Offers sacred indigenous symology of Peru and Mesoamerica, and handcrafted sterling silver symbols. WFC Shop - http://www.wfcshop.co.uk Selling handmade semi-precious stone Tibetan jewellery including bracelets and pendants. Baku's Medieval Jewellery - http://www.teg.co.uk/teg/bak/carol.htm Offering medieval jewelry in a variety of styles. Pacific Treasures - http://www.pacifictreasures.co.nz New Zealand jewellery catalogue displaying themes including New Zealand native animals,plants and traditional Maoris designs. Egyptian Jewelry & Gifts - http://www.cartouchejewelry.com/ Offers Egyptian cartouche jewelry and handmade papyrus paintings. Dragonfly Dreams - http://www.dragonfly-dreams.net Jewellery from across the globe. 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Annabelles Treasures - http://AnnabellesTreasures.com/ Handmade Peruvian jewelry crafted with 60% silver and adorned with various stones including turquoise, tigers eye, agate, and black onyx. GreekDesignJewelry.com - http://www.greekdesignjewelry.com/ Imported jewelry such as pendants, crosses, earrings, rings, bracelets and necklaces made with semi-precious stones and murano glass from Greece and Italy. Taitu Joyas - http://www.taitujoyas.com/ Offering lapis lazuli jewelry and gift ideas from Chile. Wild Wire West - http://www.wildwirewest.com/ Specializes in personalized handcrafted western and cattle brand gifts and jewelry from gold-filled and sterling silver wire. Worldly Treasures - http://www.worldlytreasures.biz/ Featuring handcrafted jewelry made from seashells, beads and other natural materials imported from the Polynesian and Pacific Islands. E-Jewel - http://www.jewelweb.it/ Jewelry manufactured by international gold and silver service in Vicenza, Italy. 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Traditional Foods The Settlement of Polynesia Part I The Settlement of Polynesia Part II The Spirit of `Ohana and the Polynesian Voyagers Provisions for Micronesian Voyage Provisions for Polynesian Voyages Traditional Foods and Preparation Plants Introduced to Hawaii Hawaii Proverbs Sin at Awarua Story History & Culture Traditional Foods and Their Preparation by Chad Baybayan The land and sea provided the Hawaiian with everything he needed to sustain himself. His diet helped him maintain a healthy, disease-free body. Today, it is our modern diet that produces many of the problems that ails Hawaiians. A dietary reform back to a traditional diet is the cure to some of the Native Hawaiian's health problems. Preserving food was essential to providing nourishment during a voyage. Drying and fermenting were the two techniques used in food preservation. Fresh foods were eaten at the start of the trip. Fishing along the way also supplemented food the voyagers brought with them. The Polynesians had to be excellent horticulturist also if they expected to survive once they got to land. Plants were transported as slips, cuttings, tubers and seedlings. The traditional diet is everything the doctor ordered for a long trip--compact, light, and nutritious. Here is what they brought: Plant Food--'ulu (breadfruit); niu (coconut, meat and drink); uhi (yam); 'uala (sweet potato); mai'a (banana); kalo (taro); kukui (candlenut); ko (sugar cane); hala (pandanus flour, paste) Animal Food--i'a (fish, dried and fresh); pua'a (pig); moa (chicken); 'ilio (dog) Preparing Foods for Voyaging by Paige Kawelo Barber, Moku Froiseth, and June Gutmanis Pepeie'e 'Ulu (Breadfruit and Coconut Cream)--Use the commercial variety of coconut cream or make your own by grating ripe coconut meat. Cover with warm water, let set, then squeeze through fine sieve. Liquid is coconut cream. Thoroughly mash very ripe 'ulu, mix in a great deal of coconut cream, wrap in ti leaves and cook thoroughly. Set oven at 350 degrees, bake until firm. Cool, slice and dry in sun so that a hard oily film forms on the surface. Kukui (Candlenut)--Remove outer husk and roast in barbecue pit over medium coals or in oven at 350 degrees for about one hour. Crack shell, remove nut, mash, add rock salt. Use as a flavoring in raw fish dishes. Oil of the nut serves as light fuel and body oil to prevent sunburn. Ki or Ti--Cut stalk two to four feet long. About the time the stalk starts to sprout new leaf buds, which will take about three months, cut the top of the stalk off. Wrap in green ti leaves and cook. Use the lowest temperature setting on your oven. Cook 24 hours. Dry. Limu (Seaweed)--Clean and wash well, set out to dry. Takes one to two days for drying. Reconstitute with water when ready to eat. Sea water is acceptable. Mai'a (Banana)--Select firm-ripe mai'a with slight green tinge remaining on skin. Peel and slice lengthwise into three or four strips. Arrange on drying rack; turn once a day. Dries between four and fourteen days depending on area; faster drying occurs in Makaha and slower drying in Manoa. Do not be concerned with the change of color of the mai'a during the process of drying. Mai'a is ready when consistency resembles dried apples. Ko (Sugar Cane)--Select mature cane which has not begun to 'sprout;' cut at base and bottom of leafy top. Wrap exposed ends to prevent cane from drying out. Store in cool, dry place. Cut off bark and cut again in stick-like pieces for eating. Niu (Coconut)--Life expectancy of fresh niu is quite good; the entire nut is useful as food, drink, and fuel. The a a niu (coconut cloth) is not used to wrap things. It substitutes for toilet paper; is not as rough when wet. 'Ulu (Breadfruit)--Select 'ulu which has reached the o o (mature) stage of ripeness, picking those still on the tree. 'ulu has reached the o'o stage when white sap appears on skin of fruit, and 'browning' of the skin can be seen. Bake for one-and-a-half hours, or steam for one hour. Let cool. Remove skin and seeds; mash into pulp. Spread on sheet of wax paper; place similar length of wax paper over 'ulu pulp. Using rolling pin or bottle, spread 'ulu out as you would when preparing dough for pie. Remove top wax paper. Place 'ulu on lower wax paper on drying rack; save the other piece of wax paper for later. When surface of 'ulu dries, turn entire sheet of 'ulu onto the first wax paper. Repeat until drying process is complete, turning once a day. 'Ulu assumes a deep reddish brown color when dried; takes four days in hot area to dry completely. Tuck in one end of dried 'ulu, and roll as you would a jelly roll. Wrap in plastic wrap. Hapu'u or ama'uma'u (Ferns)--Cook the butt ends of the fern stalk. Store when cool. The Hawaiians considered ki and hapu'u to be famine foods. When food was scarce, due to drought, these plants were eaten. I'a (Fish)--Immediately after catching, keep the fish cool and under cover. As soon as possible after catching, cut and salt fish for drying. Cut fish on one side of dorsal line through the head, leaving the belly line intact. If fish are large, cut through bones parallel to spinal column, and cut flesh to allow salt to penetrate. Spread open the cut fish, remove gills, viscera, and the coagulated blood along the spinal column and wash the cavity clean. Hawaiians in the past rubbed the exposed flesh on both cut sections with the blood. Slap the cut portion onto the salt which should be evenly distributed over the exposed flesh. The skin section need not be treated in this manner, as it will receive an adequate amount of salt when the fish is stacked in the container. Place the fish in a wide container with the salted portion down and stack in layers as evenly as possible. The fish in each layer should be laid vertically to those on the bottom layer. After all the fish have been salted, place container under cover and allow to stand overnight. The next morning wash salted fish thoroughly and soak in water for one or two hours. During this period the water should be changed two or three times. When salt can barely be tasted, fish is ready for drying. 'Uala (Sweet Potato) and Uhi (Yam)--Rinse and cook, preferably by steaming. Test for readiness by piercing with fork; do not overcook. Let stand to cool, then slice into l / 2 inch pieces; arrange on drying rack, turning once a day. Dries within three to four days. He'e (Octopus)--Keep freshly caught he'e cool and damp. Before drying, remove the ala ala (ink bags) and salt them for drying (usually to be used for other purposes although it is used as a flavoring ingredient when prepared for raw consumption). Pound the he'e thoroughly with approximately two handfuls of salt. Add more salt as it dissolves. Pound in an up-and-down motion, grasping the central or head portion and pounding it on the rest of the body and tentacles. After as much as seven hundred strokes and intermittent washing, the whole he'e becomes tender enough so that the flesh tears easily with a minimum of effort. The process of pounding in salt serves two purposes: (1) removing mucus and (2) tenderizing. After pounding and rinsing off the extraneous matter, hang up the he'e to dry for three or more days. Kalo (Taro)--Wash and cook thoroughly, preferably by boiling. Best to leave skin on while cooking, removing skin as soon as kalo is cooked and cool enough to handle. When dried after pounding, kalo is similar to hard-tack, especially if rolled out into thin layers or sliced. To prepare pa'i'ai, follow the above cooking instructions, wet board and pounder lightly with water. With even strokes, begin mashing kalo while still warm from cooking, producing a doughy mass. Lightly wet board and pounder to prevent sticking. Be careful not to use too much water; the less water the better. Be sure to mash thoroughly so you have a smooth, heavy poi. Fermentation of pa'i'ai acts as a preservative, as it does in regular poi. The process of fermentation is much slower in pa'i'ai.

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