09-23-2007, 03:15 AM
Once again all the fedback is great and is positive whether whether pro or con.
Hope you made it to the Pahoa community meeting, there was some great resources & info there.
In response to the last couple forum entrys.
Why did you feel you need a 24 seater? Do to the growth in our business I was having to take 4 to 5 trips a day when the season was best, also seeing that 30+ van opperators in our area are currently running similar lavd based tours I felt that I would purchase a safe vessel that allowed my company growth.
Cannot remember a single incident where, both adults and kids were nothing but respectful of any boat (gas or human powered)that was either entering or exiting the water. Amazing to see, everyone is OUT of the water long before the boat is even there, same goes for launch. Lets be realistic no ones perfect but with a Lifeguard present we can then radio in and make sure there is an all clear when approach the dock. Yes we tie up just like at any other harbor or just trailer the boat. Yes we can trailer this boat shes raeally not that big. People used to launch simial sized Force fishing boats years ago. Now that the ocean is rising the tides are more favorible.
A couple meetings are currently scheduled this month addressing the possibility of a water safey officer/lifeguard to be a part of our new Pohoiki. Which I feel is the best solution for all of us.
Our boat will allow tourist the oppportunity to see the beautiful Kalapana coastline, but it is also a chance for local people to get out and see the amazing sites too aboard a safe, USCG licensed, State permitted well equipped vessel.
Fuel type? Were powered by 2 200hp honda 4 stroke motors which are effient and clean burners.
Just as this is a place to surf, swim theres a reason theres a boat ramp here too. Once again I'm not trying to stop all swimming, but need it to be a safe enviroment for both of us. Thats where a lifeguard protects both swimmers and boaters like.
As for the safety issue, it was raised to me but various locals so that is why Im addressing it. Historically Ive launched many times with people all around the boat, doesnt reall bother me, however when the people talk to me this is the main issue that continues to come up so Im doing my part to make it as safe as possible.
As for me and our opperation there are no deep pockets here and Im not in it for the beer money. This venture was founded on blood, sweat, and the desire to enjoy life and share this fun with other people. It took more then 6 years to get the Lava tour off the ground. So nothing happened over night, just some long term planning.
Anyhow on Oct. 10 at 6pm were having a community meeting at the Pahoa center reguarding this issue with council women Emily Naole love to see you there.
Shane
Puna is a beautiful place that we can all enjoy & share.
Shane Turpin
Lava Ocean Adventures
Hope you made it to the Pahoa community meeting, there was some great resources & info there.
In response to the last couple forum entrys.
Why did you feel you need a 24 seater? Do to the growth in our business I was having to take 4 to 5 trips a day when the season was best, also seeing that 30+ van opperators in our area are currently running similar lavd based tours I felt that I would purchase a safe vessel that allowed my company growth.
Cannot remember a single incident where, both adults and kids were nothing but respectful of any boat (gas or human powered)that was either entering or exiting the water. Amazing to see, everyone is OUT of the water long before the boat is even there, same goes for launch. Lets be realistic no ones perfect but with a Lifeguard present we can then radio in and make sure there is an all clear when approach the dock. Yes we tie up just like at any other harbor or just trailer the boat. Yes we can trailer this boat shes raeally not that big. People used to launch simial sized Force fishing boats years ago. Now that the ocean is rising the tides are more favorible.
A couple meetings are currently scheduled this month addressing the possibility of a water safey officer/lifeguard to be a part of our new Pohoiki. Which I feel is the best solution for all of us.
Our boat will allow tourist the oppportunity to see the beautiful Kalapana coastline, but it is also a chance for local people to get out and see the amazing sites too aboard a safe, USCG licensed, State permitted well equipped vessel.
Fuel type? Were powered by 2 200hp honda 4 stroke motors which are effient and clean burners.
Just as this is a place to surf, swim theres a reason theres a boat ramp here too. Once again I'm not trying to stop all swimming, but need it to be a safe enviroment for both of us. Thats where a lifeguard protects both swimmers and boaters like.
As for the safety issue, it was raised to me but various locals so that is why Im addressing it. Historically Ive launched many times with people all around the boat, doesnt reall bother me, however when the people talk to me this is the main issue that continues to come up so Im doing my part to make it as safe as possible.
As for me and our opperation there are no deep pockets here and Im not in it for the beer money. This venture was founded on blood, sweat, and the desire to enjoy life and share this fun with other people. It took more then 6 years to get the Lava tour off the ground. So nothing happened over night, just some long term planning.
Anyhow on Oct. 10 at 6pm were having a community meeting at the Pahoa center reguarding this issue with council women Emily Naole love to see you there.
Shane
Puna is a beautiful place that we can all enjoy & share.
Shane Turpin
Lava Ocean Adventures