November HTMC New Member Introduction
We would like to welcome our new members to the club with a warm aloha! In an effort to get to know our new members a little better, the board has introduced a new initiative for new members have the opportunity to share a bit about themselves and be featured in a newsletter article. Aiden (an HTMC membership officer) welcomes our new members with a request to fill out a questionnaire. Mahalo to the following three new members for their contributions, read more about them below.
What is your name?
Craig Rasmussen
Do you have a hiking nickname?
Not yet, open to suggestions
Tell us something about your background.
Lived in Hawaii 16 years, came from Minnesota, shocking climate change.
What made you want to join HTMC?
My sister had joined and I was drawn by the hikes that didn’t just follow established trails. Also was trying to compete with her for daily steps.
What month/year did you join HTMC?
September 2024
How did you hear about the club?
My sister and her husband had run into club members on a hike. She told me to go on a club hike with them.
What’s an interesting fact about you?
I was in Honolulu when Hawaii became a state. I was 5 months old. My dad was stationed at Hickam AFB (now JBPHH).
What’s been your favorite hike you’ve ever been on (either with the club or on your own!)?
The loop hikes in Hauula
What are you most excited about since joining HTMC?
Going to the clubhouse for potluck and some volunteer work.
What is your name?
Joao Jorge Duarte
Do you have a hiking nickname?
“Jorge”
Tell us something about your background.
I have been in Hawaii for 44 years, I consider Hawaii my home away from home.
What made you want to join HTMC?
To experience unique members only hikes
What month/year did you join HTMC?
August 2024
How did you hear about the club?
Through a friend I met while hiking with another group.
What’s an interesting fact about you?
I was born in Portugal one of 11 children, growing up on a farm was interesting.
What’s been your favorite hike you’ve ever been on (either with the club or on your own!)?
The recent members only Kahekili hike htmc was one of my favorites.
What are you most excited about since joining HTMC?
Meeting other members
What is your name?
Christine Lutz
Do you have a hiking nickname?
None, but I am open to ‘Sunshine”
Tell us something about your background
The possibility of meeting with others who want to travel together & hike in various countries.
September 2024
Other hikers
I have grandchildren without ever having children! I skipped the hard work just to spoil the grandkids!
I enjoy the beachline walk from Sandy Beach to Molokia look out.
The Clubhouse, I really enjoyed the October Presentation on the Infrared Telescope Facility
If you are a new member and would like to be included in these articles feel free to fill out the HTMC New Member Questionnaire (google.com).