That relationship got strained after Sept. The issue, to those being denied access to traditional surfing and fishing sites, is more of access than security. And firefighter Dellick Numazawa has what seems a very valid point.
He is not slowed down for security reasons if the fire truck he is riding on is called to the base, but he is denied access to a favored surf and fishing site when he is not on duty. The U. Navy in May said the base closure not only at PMRF but at all Navy bases in the state, will remain in effect for the foreseeable future.
The public enjoying the beach areas of the base provided valuable additional sets of eyes that in the past have reported suspicious behaviors to base security. Those who frequented the base who showed proof of car insurance and filled out some simple forms were issued windshield stickers identifying them as registered civilian users, and with those privileges came also responsibilities to stay out of unauthorized areas.
Even during some range operations and missile launches, portions of the shoreline remained accessible before Sept. During long holiday weekends, and the annual opening of crab season, tent cities sprung up along the beaches, and Navy and civilian personnel shared the beaches with no problems at all, said one base civilian employee. While Majors Bay, named for majors who used to be commanding officers and occupied a house on the northern point of the bay, is the most well-known of at least three surf spots on the base, the PMRF shoreline is also home to great fishing grounds, said one fisherman in a position to know.
Nothing is concrete yet, and logistical and legal concerns would have to be worked out before such a plan would be implemented, said Kouchi. Staff Writer Paul C. Megan Shute Follow me on:. With more than 10 years of experience as a professional writer, Megan holds a degree in Mass Media from her home state of Minnesota. After college, she chose to trade in her winter boots for slippahs and moved to the beautiful island of Oahu, where she has been living for more than five years.
She lives on the west side but is constantly taking mini-road trips across the island and visits the neighboring islands whenever she can getaway. She loves hiking, snorkeling, locally-grown coffee, and finding the best acai bowl on Oahu. The only safe place to swim during calm seas is an area known as the Queen's Pond, a reef protected section adjoining the beach.
The panoramic photos below where taken in front of the pond but it's not visible due to high surf. Preparations are required for a day trip to this hot region.
Pack plenty of food and a beach umbrella if possible. The drive to the beach is via a 5 mile long poorly maintained dirt road. You may want to double check that your rental car agreement allows you to drive the road..
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