Pohoiki Boat Ramp or Swim Ramp?

[LavaOcean]

Thanks for the input so far and I hope more is to come. The permit have been issued for 3 months now and curently I pay the harbor permit fees for both boat which are legally insured and permitted to Pohoiki. That said I'm seeking help in making sure thatit can remain a safe shared spot. So far Ive talked with the HFD(who now is in charge of water safety), the state DLNR(controls ramp), and local council women Emily Naole( whos helping set up Oct. 10th meeting) about getting a lifeguard at one of our most dangerous swimming areas. As for the swimming Id like to propose a new area north of Pohoiki where the road floods. I think with some creative solutions we could turn this into a great option for a safe place for children. The 6 passenger option is doesnt support amount of people we will need to serve to keep our boat viaible. A couple things to consider we just put 4 million into the park, the ramp is going to be improved, currently we have two food service companys working in the park, as far as I can tell Im the only one giving back any funds which starts at 200 per boat per month to the state. Not including the amount of fish we handed out at the ramp this year thanks to the great charters we provided to locals and tourist alike. Ive also entertained the idea of other tours however the draw is to see the lava active or not.

Shane Turpin
Lava Ocean Adventures