Malama 'Aina Letterbox Hybrid
Kauilamermaid: Aloha all-after 31/2 years-this cache has seen many visitors! Exactly 207! many folks from different lands-thank you to all for your enthusiasm and dedication to our "sport". Time to archive this one. This Letter Box has been a joy to me, and an honor to Punaluu and of course the Legend of Kauila. Blessings to all and Cache On! (There were no TB in this cache as it is archived-a hui hou!)
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"Ua mau ke ea o ka 'aina i ka pono" (the life of the land is preserved in righteousness) is the motto of Hawaii. This Letterbox is placed near Punalu'u Black Sand Beach. It is home to the Hawksbill Turtle (Honu). Preservation of this sacred area in Kau is very important to all. To find this interesting place, travel south from Kailua Kona past South Point Rd. on Rt. 11 through Na'alehu. Enjoy the views along the way. Whittington Beach Park is a nice place to explore. Turn right at 1st Punaluu Black Sand Beach sign. Drive to parking area at restrooms near beach park. Walk on the black sand, enjoy fresh water springs and honu. Visit the plaque near parking area to learn the story of Kauila and the mystical turtles at Punalu'u. Go back the way you came and stop at Sea Mountain Golf Course Proshop and Snack Shop on right. Park in their lot. Go inside small shop to see Herb Kawainui Kane's painting honoring Kauila, turtle mermaid of Punalu'u. (Kane is a respected well known artist and it unusual to see his work in such a remote place!) If shop is closed, you can see the painting through the glass. The stamp represents kahiko (old style) hula. Hula is telling story and helps preserve the beauty and culture of Hawaii. The terra cotta color ink represents traditional dye used on kapa. After discovery of this box please cover well. Mahalo. Please let me know if you felt Kauila's presence at the beach.
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