01-01-2008, 05:34 AM
Hitchhiking which is still relatively safe in Puna is one of the very special things about the area. The very first time we arrived on the BI we rented a car and picked up the first HH we saw. After that, we continued to pick up. Every one, no matter the age or background, was an enriching experience. And when our rental car's battery flaked out (two different times) people stopped to help us - bigtime. It feels like a very good give and take. Now, as a resident, I too hitchhike when possible, to save gas and not add to the traffic and when I've had car trouble. I hope this ride sharing can continue safely as Puna's population expands.