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New Moon Foundation stewards over
2,000 acres in the North Kohala region of the Big Island of Hawai`i.
Extending from the Pacific Ocean to the Kohala Mountains, the land
contains much of 'Iole ahupua'a, a traditional Hawaiian
land allocation, and the 56 acre federally registered Bond Historic
District.
The land stewardship principles that guide New
Moon Foundation are respectful of this sacred setting and the people
of this land. Our commitment is to promote and sustain the land's
natural beauty and vital integrity for many generations to come.
With this spirit, we welcome individuals, groups, and families to
learn more about land stewardship and to appreciate its natural
gifts in several ways:
- TIMELESS TRAILS. Find yourself immersed
in the timeless beauty of nature as you walk ancient pathways.
With a historian's careful eye and the passion of a lover of
the land, Dr. Richard Stevens is spearheading our efforts to
uncover ancient Hawaiian trails and enhance the natural pathways
of this land. (Please note: For your safety, some trails
may be closed in inclement weather. Please check with the staff
and/or our Outdoor Kiosk for updated notices on trail closures
before walking on the land. Mahalo.)
- GUIDED HIKES and WALKS. Around the Spring
and Fall Equinox, we offer guided hikes of New Moon's lands,
led by local experts. For information about joining us on our
next hike, please visit the 'News & Events: Calendar of
Events' page of this website. If you would like to receive advance
email notification of upcoming hikes, please email your request
to: programs@newmoonfoundation.org. There is no fee for these events.
- YOUTH PROGRAMS. We welcome teachers, schoolchildren
and community youth groups interested in educational nature
walks or other outdoor activities. We are happy to work with
you to help arrange a meaningful visit. Please email your program
request to programs@newmoonfoundation.org.
Land Access: Policy and Procedures
The following guidelines and policy procedures
have been established to help ensure the maximal comfort and natural
experience of our visitors, as well as to protect and nurture this
sacred setting. We thank you in advance for your understanding and
cooperation.
Land Access - Guidelines: To help you
plan your visit, the following outlines some of the basic guidelines
that are included in NMF's Land Access Permit Form:
- With advance permission, visitors may be present during
normal access hours, currently 8AM to 5PM, daily.
- While at NMF, visitors agree to abide by the drug-free,
alcohol-free, and smoke-free policy that is in effect for all
of NMF's land holdings and facilities.
- If visitors bring dogs, those dogs must remain leashed
at all times. This is to protect guests, guests' dogs, domestic
animals and wildlife.
- Visitors agree to care for the 'aina by removing personal
trash, and to treat all forms of life encountered with respect.
- Children under 18 years of age require the advance consent
of their parent/guardian and must be supervised by an adult
at all times.
Land Access - Permission: For your safety
and the safety of others, all visitors must have first read and
signed New Moon Foundation's Land Access Permit Form.
This form is available at our administrative offices during normal
office hours (Monday through Friday from 8AM-5PM) or by calling
us at (808-889-0615). As land access requires prior approval,
visitors are strongly encouraged to submit their Land Access Permit
Form(s) for approval well in advance of the day you wish to visit.
How to Ensure Trails Are Open: Prior
to accessing the land, all visitors must check with the New Moon
Foundation staff and/or visit our Outdoor Kiosk,
located next to the administrative offices, for updated notices
of trail closures. Please note: This is required on the day
of your visit even if you have previously obtained a Land Access
Permit Form as the land conditions may have changed due to weather
or other reasons.
Again, 'E Komo Mai' - Welcome! We hope you enjoy the beauty
of this sacred setting.
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