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Biting at the Rain, Moaning Your Hellos

Jul. 26, 2009

When I worked for the Fish and Wildlife Service on Midway...

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The Owl and the Mosquito

Jul. 7, 2009

A few nights ago my neighbor popped his head up over the cinderblock wall between our houses and yelled for me to come see the owl pellet that he’d discovered in his breezeway.  It seems a barn owl has decided to take up residence somewhere around his house, or mine, and is making a good living from the usual urban fare:  rats and mice....

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Rrrrrriiiiibbbbeeeettttttt......

Jun. 5, 2009

Years ago, when I lived in Paia, my shower was outside.  I used to have to exit the bathroom, turn the corner, open the stall door and hop onto the big paving stone set in the gravel of the shower space.  The showerhead came out of the wall about 15 feet up.  I am tall, so I loved this....

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Maui's Wind Farm

Article by Chatten Hayes

Ancient Hawaiians harnessed wind for voyaging, but modern islanders benefit from Maui's breezes right at home, with electricity generated by Kaheawa Wind Power in the West Maui Mountains.

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Is the Trip to the Top of Haleakala for Sunrise Worth It?

* YES, the adventure of the journey and the beauty of the mountain makes it a "must do."
* NO, try going up in the afternoon instead!

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