If you haven’t been there yet, the several year old Kealia Boardwalk project along Sugar Beach has been finished and is a great place to stroll out over the pond. Just park in the small parking lot, put on your sunscreen and start walking. You’ll likely see birds like these enjoying the now safer and lower-human-impact environ. This Ae’o (Hawaiian Stilt) searches for fish and worms while the ‘Auku’ (A Black Crowned Night Heron) stands sentinel still.

If you get a chance, come on by and take a walk. You’ll be glad you did. The boardwalk has placards that describe the environment and the animals in it.