A hidden treasure in the mountains above Sharks Cove...Camp Pupukea! I was fortunate to be a part…read moreof my son's boy scout troop. Going up there for Winter Summit during the week of New Year's Eve was was an experience I'll never forget. Hearing from others who have been there told me it's cold, rainy and wet. Well it I true! The weather forecast predicted rain and wind. Good thing we came prepared. You wouldn't think you're in Hawaii being up there. It kind of reminds me of Lanai...lots of eucalyptus trees. They have multiple campsites throughout the property. We stayed at Po'o Huku which is probably the farthest from the dining hall and parking lot. However, it had the best drainage compared to other sites that got flooded out and were super muddy. Each site has a pair of portable toilets and sink with potable water. Showers and flushable toilets were nearby like a 2 minute walk. At least the showers have hot water! If you have a child who will be attending Camp Pupukea for the first time, make sure they bring the following... Rain jacket, warm clothing, trash bag to keep clothes dry just in case the tent leaks, mosquito repellent, good water proof or water resistant shoes.

Beautiful and fun. Hope they can open again soon, like so may places closed by Covidread more

Where the views camp-ture your heart every single time…read more We've camped at Camp Palehua several times now, and let me tell you ...the views never get old. Like, ever. Every sunset looks like it was custom-ordered, every sunrise feels cinematic, and the mountains and coastline somehow manage to outdo themselves each visit. Mother Nature really shows off up here. This place is the perfect mix of peaceful, rustic, and refreshingly unplugged ...the kind of spot where the air feels cleaner, conversations get longer, and your stress decides to hike somewhere else for a while. The grounds are well-kept, the facilities are tidy (huge camp-win), and there's plenty of space to roam, explore, and pretend you're on a wilderness adventure... even if your idea of "roughing it" still includes snacks and a cozy sleeping bag Family-friendly, quiet, and absolutely gorgeous. Camp Palehua is one of those places you keep coming back to because it just feels good to be there. Same campsite, same mountains, same sky... and somehow it's magical every single time. Bottom line: peaceful vibes, unforgettable scenery, and views so good they deserve their own camp badge. We'll be back, again and again

Went to Camp Palehua to hike and see what the camp had to offer…read more We had to schedule in advance, as well as fill out a waiver form. Once this is done a gate code is provided. It's a few mile drive until we reached the camp mostly paved road. The camps buildings are all in the same general area. There are bunkhouses, a building set up like a stable with groups of bunk beds, and other cabins. There is a mess hall and building for meeting. The camp is all very rustic with built in pool to cool off in. The camp has some beautiful views from the buildings including two giant size chairs to sit in and enjoy views below. They make for a silly photo op. Looks like a fun place for children or adults who want to relive camp memories to stay at. The office staff member is friendly and helpful. We hiked the 2 mile out and back hike to the Nanakuli Lookout. It use to be a loop trail however at this time part of the trail leading to pillboxes is off limits. Which was a disappointment. However the section of the trail available to us did offer some beautiful views and partial shade.

This place rocks! I took a 3-day surfing lesson pkg with a great instructor named Hayden at the…read morebeach in Del Mar, CA. Hayden was super friendly, patient, skilled and made me feel comfortable. He had me up and surfing the first hour! The price is reasonable, the weather perfect (Del Mar, CA) near San Diego! I would recommend this instructor to anyone who wants to learn to surf, young or old! Offices In Oahu and San Diego http://www.wbsurfing.com/willis/learn.html

From the owner: Welcome to WB surfing. We are a family owned and operated business who has been sharing the aloha…read moreof surfing for over four decades. Our mission is to teach you the "Sport of Kings", (aka surfing), in a safe and effective manner so you may experience all the wonder and excitement of riding a wave. Our instructors are trained and certified to provide you with all the skills you will need to become an avid surfer. As a surfer you will learn to enjoy the blessings the ocean so freely gives. We want to share this experience with you because we know it will enrich your lives, as it has for all of our family and friends.

Holy moly this tour was the best ever!! I did the advanced ride with Connor and it checked every…read morebox I was looking for! Luckily I was the only rider in the tour that morning so I basically got a private lesson! Raider was the horse I was paired with and I truly felt like I was in good hands as well. The check in area also has cool merch stand with shade and a petting zoo that you can choose to feed. This ranch and their staff are 10/10

First experience riding a horse and it was a great experience!!! Thank you to ocean and Kaylee. I…read morehope that's her name, she's new from mainland. They have a free petting zoo and I took my son there once there's feed you can buy to give them.

I recommended my students to here and they loveddd it. There were non-native English speakers but…read morethey picked up so much in a short time through this experience!

An amazing place to attend a birthday party. On a nice day the weather worked out perfectly with…read moresoft breezes and sunny skies. We really lucked out. Six wooden picnic tables overlooking the stream. A refrigerator to store the cake and drinks. Sinks for handwashing. Areas for kids to run around and play. The teacher guide Pauline was so patient. Pauline was there to help with taking kids on a hike, craft making activities and a trip to the river for fishing. The small hike was manageable. Craft making was a way for kids to be creative. Fishing for krill and toads was a way for the kids to burn excess energy. Bring sunscreen and lotsa bug repellent! Such a fun event outdoors and a learning experience even for the adults!

Our kids were homeschooled up until January this year, when we decided to put them into Ho'ala…read moreSchool in Wahiawa, HI. They are a private school (only K-8th), but I have found that their tuition is lower compared to others on the island. They also give a military discount. As someone who has worked in education, I was very skeptical about the school. But our kids have been happy- they want to be in school, and that means everything to me. They are a microschool, so they combine classes (which is what I was mainly skeptical of). But I have seen that the kids all work well together, and the teachers are super organized in helping students at their level. So, if you are considering transitioning from homeschool to a traditional school (or just wanting a school that focuses on the whole child) - consider Ho'ala.

Adorable little school that has been amazing for our girls!…read more Though Hoala doesn't look like much on the outside, the inside is full of color and character! The teachers truly care about their students, and our daughters have flourished! I'm SO happy we decided to try Hoala when we PCSed here!

Great experience!! My daughter loved the Mythology camp. Erica was great with the kids! Will…read moredefinitely do another camp.

From the owner: Challenge Island Parties, Camps, and Enrichment programs (both private and public) offer…read morecross-curricular STEM and STEAM activities in a creative and fun atmosphere. We appeal to both GIRLS and boys with over 90 pop culture themes! Please call or email for a detailed list. The hands-on opportunities made available in Challenge Island will ignite the curiosity and spark learning by letting the students experiment in real-world situations, even for students who do not think of themselves as "math and science kids". Challenge Island is an award-winning program that appeals to preschool and elementary aged keiki and will leave them asking to return. No screen time here, we are face to face creative fun hour that encourages team building and problem-solving while engaging in playful learning.