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This cinder cone is located along the east rift of Maunakea, Hawaii. It is 9,600 feet in elevation and is part of the Laupahoehoe Volcanic Series that erupted 70,000 years ago. There are many kapu ( forbidden) signs around the perimeter of this cone discouraging people from hiking or riding ATV up its slope. This cone, like many others around Maunakea, are religious sites that are represented by a deity. Many ancient Hawaiians bury their dead in this locations.

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David Callejas, Marketing Director, helps bring EarthSky's content to the world via online ads and other products. He creates strategies that help people around the world find us and appreciate the work we do. He helps manage the EarthSky Store and bring to you the new products that you love. He's the chief liaison between EarthSky.org and the world of commerce. All that, plus he helps post content and populate our pages on Facebook, Google+ and Twitter. Go David!