Reference Links

Scouting Links

• Boy Scouts of America National Council
• BSA Aloha Council
• Merit Badge Research Center
• BSA Fast Start Program
• Camp Pupukea (Aloha Council)
• Camp Maluhia (Maui Council)

Oahu Trails

• Na Ala Hele - Hawaii Trail System - Oahu Trails
• Backyard Oahu - Oahu's Hiking Trails
• Hawaiian Trail and Mountain Club

Camping Gear

Recommended Local Retailers

There are relatively few local retailers that carry hiking and camping equipment.

• BSA Aloha Council Scout Shop (www.alohacouncilbsa.org) for uniforms, and a very wide selection of scouting and camping gear. Visit their site for store hours.
• Sports Authority carries a good, general selection of camping equipment.
• McCully Bicycle and Sporting Goods carries a limited selection of camping equipment.
• Military HQ (www.militaryhq.com) is located off of Sand Island Access Road and is a source of camping equipment.
• Mauka to Makai (www.mauka2makai.com) is located in the Ward Gateway Complex (corner of Ward Avenue and Auahi Street)

Recommended Online Retailers

• www.Campmor.com – Campmor is located in New Jersey and features a comprehensive inventory and low shipping costs to Hawaii.
• www.rei.com – REI also features a wide selection of camping and hiking equipment.
• www.backcountry.com
• www.sierratradingpost.com
• www.Outdoor-Gear-Online.com – Enter coupon code VFPKIV5Pct at checkout and receive a 5% discount.

In addition, there are many other online retailers. A quick Google search will disclose numerous sources for outdoor equipment.

Online References

• www.backpacker.com – Lots of general reference and recommendations
• www.rei.com – Also features reference material and purchasing recommendations
• www.backpackgeartest.org – Check out unbiased recommendations of camping and hiking gear from others
• www.thebackpacker.com – Another good source of gear recommendations.
• www.epinions.com – An extensive site featuring user ratings of outdoor gear.