Island Culture
Kalani's culture is based on the Hawaiian core values of integrity and respect. In this section we invite you to learn more about the island life and Aloha spirit.
Lono Dickson, co-founder of Kalani Packaging.
Born and raised in Maui, HI.
Hawaiian Surfing
The Hawaiian word for surfing is he'e nalu which is translated into English as "wave sliding." The Hawaiian are of surfing include praying to gods for protection and strength prior to entering the ocean and leaving offerings in the trees from which they carved their boards. The most skilled surfers were often the chiefs and warriors, who surfed the best waves on the islands. Some of the ancient sites still popular today include Kahalu'u Bay and Holualoa Bay on the island of Hawaii. Ancient Hawiian people did not consider surfing a mere recreational activity or hobby, but integrated it into their culture as an art form.
The swells in Hawaii almost always offer the best conditions to catch a wave. During the summer season swells typically come in from the south and range in size from 3 feet to 12 feet. However, during the winter season the swells come from the north. These swells can range from 6 feet all the way to 60 feet or more!
Where Can You Find This Beautiful Beach?
Punalu'u Black Sand Beach is located on the island of Hawaii. Due to the constant volcanic activity on the island, white, green and black sand beaches exist. Punalu'u Black Sand Beach is famous for it's jet black sand. The black sand is formed when the volcanic lava flow meets the ocean. The waves pulverize the lava into tiny bits, forming black sand.
The beach is located between Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, and the town of Naalehu. Swimming is not ideal at Punalu'u beach, but it is a destination to see the protected Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles basking in the sun on the beach shore.