March-April 2014

March-April 2014 issue of Maui Nō Ka ʻOi Magazine

Polynesian explorers

Wayfinders

Polynesians navigate Earth's largest ocean by celestial bodies and seabirds, winds and ocean swells.
raw brownies by Choice Health Bar in Maui

Choosing What Tastes Good

How did a former banker and an anthropology major become accidental restaurateurs? Maybe Choice was Fate all along.

Be a Hero!

If you care about something, you take care of it. Maui offers many ways to gain that sense of belonging, as these volunteers can attest.
Star Noodle Empty Bowl fundraiser

Empty Bowl, Full Heart

Empty Bowl fundraiser at Star Noodle features entertainment, handcrafted art, and Asian-inspired dishes to benefit the Maui Food Bank and others.
orange retro chair

Natural by Design

Want a great indoor environment? Get in touch with the elements.
publisher's note

Spring-cleaning

Diane begins her spring cleaning regimen.
water friendly garden tips

Lean & Green

Your guide to a water-friendly garden starts here.
april fools day trick

Eh, No Foolin’!

Tita has some tricks up her sleeve for April Fools pranksters.
Hanna Mounce

Bird Woman

The Maui Forest Bird Recovery Project helps prevent extinction of the island's endangered bird species, including kiwikiu, who need to find a new home.
sake ohyama nigori

Sake, for Goodness Sake

Pure, expertly crafted sake is a great alternative to more traditional beverages. Move beyond traditional cultural pairing, and you’ll find an array of compatible offerings.
little fire ant in maui hawaii

Little Red Menace

Little Fire Ants cause animal blindness and painful stings, among other problems.