As Frommers quoted, "this was one of those "unique Hawaii experiences" that you will remember long after your tan has faded. The ranch is an 8,500 acre working ranch. It sits at 3,200 foot in elevation on the slopes of the Kohala Mountains. "An Evening at Kahua Ranch" is a night under the stars with wonderful food, great entertainment, fun activities, and storytelling around a traditional campfire.
The folks from Kahua picked us up at our resort and we rode in the air-conditioned van, as we enjoyed the scenic coastline. Our guide shared stories about the history and culture of the area. We were personally greeted by the ranch owner, John Richards. When the sun starts to sink, we sat around the campfire looking into the Pacific and Haleakala Mountain on Maui in the distance. John talked about how cattle ranching came to Hawaii and how they manage the ranch in the 21st century. All the time we were sipping on locally brewed Kona beer. They also offered complimentary wine or soft drinks .
The meal was a traditional ranch -style barbecue of sirloin steak, chicken, locally grown potatoes, Waimea corn-on-the-cob, baked beans, Big Island green salad, Kona coffee, and dessert is served shortly after sunset.
After dinner the fun and games begin: The music starts and line dancing gets going on the dance floor, and several paniolo (cowboy) activities take place. You can try your hand at roping, play a game of horse shoes, or trying your hand at branding a cedar shingle. The stargazing was my favorite part. We saw Jupiter and the rings of Saturn through a monstrous telescope.
I have to say I have been to Hawaii many times, however, this was the most unique and fun thing I have ever done during my visit. Try not to miss it. It's only offered one day a week. 808 987-2108
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