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Kona Historical Society

Beautiful Big Island’s Bounty!

From the ocean to the mountains, being on the Big Island of Hawaii brings many adventures for travelers and residents alike. In one day you can go from the ocean to the top of Mauna Kea, at 13, 803 feet, and then back down, after a stop at the Waipi’o Valley, to sip a Big […]

On our Big Island

 

A bird’s eye view from Bill McDowell of the top of Mauna Kea when it was covered in snow.

Taking a Field Trip: Akaka Falls and Hawaii Tropical Botanical Gardens

The Big Island of Hawaii offers so much to see and do! We just took a day trip to the Botanical Gardens in Hilo, enjoying the scenic ride and visiting the Akaka Falls. And the Botanical Gardens? A tropical delight founded by Dan and Pauline Lutkenhouse in 1978 and opened in 1984.

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Other Worldly Shots From Mauna Kea at Sunrise

Bill McDowell shares these incredible shots from the nine thousand foot level on Mauna Kea before and at sunrise, including one of The Blue Hour.

From the Camera of Bill McDowell

 

 

THE MILKY WAY THIS MORNING FROM 10,000 FEET ON MAUNA KEA. IT WAS A COOL 28 DEGREES AT TWO AM.

 

 

 

The BLUE HOUR, which lasts ten minutes as the sun comes up on the horizon.

 

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Seen Around Hualalai

When it’s rainy, windy and chilly, Mauna Kea gets a whipped cream topping.

 

Could there ever be a better walk?