Recreation & Activities 178 Credit: www.ColorsOfHawaii.com The Makapuu Point Lighthouse Trail rewards with awesome views of the Windward Coast, offshore islets and historic Makapuu Lighthouse. On a clear day, you may spot Molokai and Lanai islands. It’s also excellent for ogling migrating humpback whales from November-April. The Hawaii Pacific Tennis Foundation (HawaiiTennis.org; 808-479-6727) provides private lessons for adults and juniors at Schofield, Fort Shafter and Tripler. Several military base tennis shops feature teaching pros and stock what you need gearwise, including Hickam AFB (808-4225092), Pearl Harbor (808-473-0610) and MCBH-Kaneohe Bay (808-258-8081). The United States Tennis Association Hawaii Pacific Section (USTAHawaii.com; 808-585-9530) offers a spectrum of tennis programs at 25 public park sites. Pick your passion from lessons, cardio tennis, flex or regular leagues and tournaments. Once you’re into it, gear up at your base exchange. Recommended for physically fit only, Mauumae Trail climbs 2,500 feet through ohia and koa tree groves. Along the six-hour adventure, you’ll enjoy a rare look at Kaau Crater while traveling along Koolau Range’s southeastern edge. Diamond Head has a relatively easy climb to its highest spot, Point Leahi. You’ll work through gun emplacements, and then climb up steel stairways and ladders. The park entrance is off Diamond Head Road just beyond Kapiolani Community College. For additional hiking information, check out these resources: • State Forestry Na Ala Hele (dlnr.hawaii.gov/recreation/nah) • Hawaii Nature Center (HawaiiNatureCenter.org) • Hawaiian Trail & Mountain Club (HTMC1910.org) • Hawaii State Parks Hiking Information (dlnr.hawaii.gov/dsp/hiking/oahu) TENNIS Tennis is a wonderful way to have fun, get into shape and meet new people–all while enjoying a little friendly competition. Hawaii’s weather is conducive for yearround play, with courts located on almost every military installation. Most facilities are also equipped with lights for night play. With 30 miles of beaches, Oahu is home to stellar water sport opportunities.
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