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Wahine Rite of Passage

A weekend journey into Haleakalā Crater. We hike in, camp a night under some of the darkest skies anywhere, and hike out the next day. Free, thanks to the generosity of our funders and donors.

Open to girls ages 13 to 17. Space is limited to keep the group small and safe on the trail.

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Program Info

Who

Girls, ages 13 to 17

Duration

One weekend, one night camping

Pre-Trip Meeting

Wednesday, September 30

Camp Dates

October 3 to 4, 2026

Location

Haleakalā Crater, Holua Campsite

Cost

FREE

The Weekend

Sat 10:00 Meet up, gear check, and pack out
Sat midday Drive up, hike in, and set up camp at Holua
Sat night Dinner together and stargazing
Sun Hike out, home by about 5:00 PM

Meeting spot

Shared with families after registration, along with the full schedule.

Gear

We provide

Tents, backpacks, camping stove, food, and transportation.

She brings

A compactible sleeping bag
Hiking boots
Head lamp
Warm clothes, it gets cold in the crater
Water bottle

Need any of it? Tell us and we can arrange to borrow. A full packing list goes out once you are signed up.

Activities Include

Guided hiking through Haleakalā Crater, led by our female instructor team

Setting up camp and cooking meals as a team

Stargazing and journaling under Maui's night sky

Learning about the place and how to care for it

A closing circle to mark the journey

Our
Programs

Mana O Maui runs free outdoor programs for Maui youth. We provide transportation, gear, and food, so that cost and logistics never keep a family out. Every young person who has applied has had a spot.