Brad Ballesteros

Brad Ballesteros shares many fun stories about stories growing up in Makapala Camp and playing with friends in and around the area. He recounts his journey from Kohala to the military and then to a career in the police force. Brad talks about how Kohala changed after the plantation closed and harkens back to the strong values that keeps Kohala a tight community.

Interview Clips

Good Times Near Makapala Camp

From the Military to the Police Force

Hanging Out at the Sugar Mills

Introduction

Alter Boy Shenanigans

Playing Hookie In Pololū Valley

Working And Having Fun In The Macadamia Nut Fields

The Price of Gas

Jumping Off The Bridge

It’s All About Respect

The Effects of the Plantation Closure

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