MAKAI MAGAZINE by Lono Goo

Complimentary

June/July 2014

ISLAND NATIVE

NAHOKU KEALA

808.457.1102

Steeve Teihotaata and Coral Darbishire 2014 MolokaĘťi Solo Champions

makai ocean lifestyle Magazine JUNE/JULY 2014

Aloha Charlie.

Charles Paul Kukilakila Thurston Jr.

A Hui Hou! 4

makai ocean lifestyle Magazine JUNE/JULY 2014

Features June/JULY 2014

2014 HCRA STATE CHAMPIONSHIP Ke’ehi Lagoon, ‘Oahu, Hawai‘i Saturday, August 2, 2014

Cover Photo Courtesy David Murphey

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Friday, August 1st, 2014: 8am onwards Tent Setup 8am-11am Canoe Weighing 10am-5pm Select Craft and Food Booths Open 1pm-5pm Merchandise Tent Open 5pm-6pm Coaches Meeting 6pm-7pm Officials Meeting Saturday August 2nd, 2014: 7:30am Opening Ceremonies 8:00am 8:00am 8:15am

(Note: No warming up on the water is allowed after 7:30am)

Merchandise Tent Open Craft and Food Booths Open First Event

makai ocean lifestyle magazine JUne/JUly 2014

Island native NAHOKU KEALA

HAWAIIAN CANOE RACING ASSOCIATION STATE CHAMPIONSHIP PROGRAM

RACE AROUND THE HAT 2014

makai ocean lifestyle Magazine JUNE/JULY 2014

The

BarefooT Publisher

VOLUME 11 NUMBER 4 Publisher Lono Goo Editor Thalia “Chickie” Goo Advertising Michele Lee-Goo Writers Alyssa Navares, Bianca Aweau Makaloa Yim Contributing Photographers David Murphey Lori Hashimoto, Vance Hashimoto Cliff Young Distribution Alicia-Lei Goo EMail info@makaihawaii.com WEB www.makaihawaii.com 2014 Makai Ocean Lifestyle Magazine, is the premier source for information devoted to the ocean lifestyles in the Hawaiian Islands. The unique blend of an island surrounded by pure blue ocean, we highlight commercial, recreational, and people with a passion for the ocean which surrounds us. Makai Ocean Lifestyle Magazine is published monthly by Pure Blue Publications, LLC. Copyright 2014 Pure Blue Publications, LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this magazine shall be printed and/or altered without the written permission of the Publisher. Publisher reserves the right to edit material submitted. The Publisher reserves the right to accept or reject any advertising matter. Unsolicited manuscripts and photographs are welcome but must be accompanied by a self-addressed, stampedaddressed, stamped envelope. The Publisher assumes no responsibility for care and return of unsolicited material.

Greg Yep, Jarrett Makaimoku, Lono. Photo courtesy G. Yep

Aloha e Makai Ohana, Whew, what a Hot and fun-filled Summer! The thermometer, as well as various events were on the rise! We started off with all the 6-man canoe regattas, stand-up & paddle board races, the M2M (Maui to Molokai) M2O (Molokai to Oahu) and the HCRA (Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association) Championships at Keehi Lagoon, Oahu, this year hosted by Na Ohana O Na Hui Wa’a. (In the middle of this issue is the Official Program). Before you know it, Summer will be ending with the Fishing and Dive Expo in September. Thereafter, wrapping it up with the Na Wahine O Ke Kai and the Molokai Hoe, races and then we are off into the Winter surf meets. I may have missed other unbeknownst ocean events. If so, email us at: info@makaihawaii.com to advertise or make mention and even feature your event(s). We are so blessed to be in our beautiful Hawaiian Islands, we wish you the “best of the rest of summer”. Malama Pono! A hui hou, Lono P.S Don‘t forget to Vote! Remember, bad politicians are elected by good citizens that do not vote.

Contact us for your advertising needs: • Reasonable rates • 30+ days exposure • Island-wide distribution • Crisp, vivid, full color

facebook.com/makaioceanlifestylemagazine

Editorial, Advertising and Business inquires to: Makai Ocean Lifestyle Magazine P.O. Box 3232 Honolulu, Hawaii 96801 Phone: (808) 625-2444 Email: info@makaihawaii.com www.makaihawaii.com

Makana Romano V-1 Race Around the Hat. Photo Lori Hashimoto

makai ocean lifestyle Magazine JUNE/JULY 2014

Island Native

Hoku Keala By Alyssa S. Navares Myers Photos coutesy David Murphey & Keala Ohana

While Nahoku Keala may not have

had a typical upbringing, the 23-yearold from Moloka‘i says she wouldn’t have changed a thing. Rather than growing up in a suburban cul-de-sac – playing video games or kickball – she grew up on a fishpond with her parents and three sisters, climbing mangroves and having coconut-husking competitions. They had no running water or electricity but still learned to enjoy the simple things in life and thus, spent most of their time near the water. These factors, as she points out, played a huge part in helping shape her into the 8

makai ocean lifestyle Magazine JUNE/JULY 2014

Join us on : Specializing in Auto Glass Tinting

Starting at

$100 *

“Makai Ocean Lifestyle Magazine” & “MakaiHawaii”

Leeward Kai Canoe Club Presents

Makai Readers mention this ad and receive

20% off

* Free Estimates * Darkets Legal * Lifetime Warranty

Date & Time:

TOMORROW Paddle to the Sun

rd - 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Coaches Meeting – 7:45 a.m.

August 3 , 2014 * GiftSunday, Certiﬁcates

Course:

Sand Island to Nanakuli Beach (20 Miles)

Fees:

$300 $185 for Iron

Canoes:

HCRA Approved

1308 -A Hart Street

521-2050

* Some restrictions apply, Unlimited Class not combinable with any other offer of specials. Divisions: Men Women Mixed Youth (16-18) Classifications: HCRA Approved

Paddle to the Sun

Date & Time:

Sunday, August 3rd, 2014 - 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Coaches Meeting – 7:45 a.m.

Course:

Sand Island to Nanakuli Beach (20 Miles)

Fees:

$300

Sunday, August$185 3rd, for Iron 2014

8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Canoes:

HCRA Approved Unlimited Class

Divisions: Appoved Men Canoes: HCRA &Unlimited Class Women Divisions: Men, Women, Mixed & Youth (16-18) Mixed Information : HOEIAKALA@gmail.com Youth (16-18) Classifications: HCRA Approved Open Men (9 Men), Open Women (10 Women), Youth Boys (10 Boys) Youth Girls (10 Girls) makai ocean lifestyle Magazine JUNE/JULY 2014 Iron – Open Men, Open Women & Open Mixed 40 Master Men (9 Men), 40 Master Women (10 Women)

woman she is today. As an avid paddler and kayaker, Nahoku – or Hoku, for short – continues to challenge herself, setting goal after goal until she reaches her personal best; all the while, keeping her kupuna close to her heart. But it is her ability to wear multiple hats that has perhaps best contributed to her success at such a young age. In addition to her extra curricular in the water, Hoku also models and goes to school full-time – soon graduating with not one but two degrees. In a one-on-one interview with Makai, we get to know this up-and-coming young waterwoman from the Friendly Isle. MOLOKA‘I MO’ BETTAH MAKAI: What was it like to grow up on a fishpond on Moloka‘i? HOKU: My dad, Buddy Keala, is a fishpond expert. Or “aquaculture consultant,” if we want to get technical. He’s been helping research, restore and upkeep fishponds for as long as I can remember. Fishponds are his passion and his connection to our ancestors’ way of life. Moloka‘i’s coastline is scattered with fishponds, and when I was eight years old, we moved to Ni‘aupala Fishpond, a 39-acre fishpond in Mana‘e (east end of Moloka‘i). My dad always told us that living on the pond was going to be an experience that we appreciated when we were older, and I agree with him one-hundred percent. It was one of the most humbling experiences in my life. Driving down a long driveway, our eyes set upon the house we were to live in: a single-room tiny house that sat on a concrete foundation a couple feet above the pond, with no running water or electricity. On the pond, we had a generator and windmill for electricity. We also had a cooler for a fridge, before eventually finding a fridge that ran on propane. Everyday life was an extra step. Yes, it was a pain most of the time, but the gift of being able to have a 39-acre fishpond as your front yard was truly priceless. (It gives me chicken skin) to think that hundreds of years ago, the fishpond that fed us also fed our kupuna. But that’s what it’s all about. That’s what my

makai ocean lifestyle Magazine JUNE/JULY 2014

dad wanted for us. M: What part did the beach and ocean play in your upbringing? H: It pretty much went hand-in-hand with my upbringing. My sisters and I grew up on the fishpond, so our diets usually consisted of something from the ocean. If we weren’t on the fishpond, then we were at the beach.

“...The lifestyle. I can’t really describe it. It’s just home...” M: What did you enjoy most about your growing up there? H: The lifestyle. I can’t really describe it. It’s just home.

M: How is it different than other islands or from O‘ahu, where you currently live? H: Every island is different; every island has pros and cons. I guess the biggest difference that Moloka‘i has, is that you could leave for years and not visit, and the day you get back, everything looks the same. It is timeless. PADDLING: A LIFELONG LOVE M: How long have you been paddling and how did you learn? H: I have been paddling since I was about 8. But I have been OC1 paddling for about four years. My older sister started paddling, and my mom coached. I was the little sister that tagged along and got in the boat when someone was missing or when we paddled back after practice. M: Which hui have you paddled for? H: Wa‘akapaemua, Kuku‘i o Moloka’i, Hui Lanakila and Hui Nalu. M: What’s it like to be out on the open ocean? H: I think I only truly fell in love with

PROTECT YOUR PASSION ALL YEAR LONG! OC-1 Canoe Insurance from $40/year

Kris Speegle

Agency Owner

Photo Courtesy Luke Evslin

Call us today to Protect your OC-1!

808-969-7767 or visit www.HawaiiAllstate.com

1289-D Kilauea Ave Hilo, HI 96720 808-969-7767 speegle@allstate.com www.hawaiiallstate.com

speegle12.indd paddling when I1started one-manning. The feeling of being on the water, paddling, is a very hard thing to describe. The ocean itself is beautifully intimidating. Like us, it has emotions. Some days it’s calm like a lake, other days it whips back and forth with aggression and sometimes, the swells rise and fall playfully.

My mom always said, whenever you get into your boat or go into the ocean, just take a moment to ask for safety and sort of ask to be in the water, and I still do that. You are entering into the ocean’s domain, and it is a place to be respected. As for being on the water itself and paddling, it is always surreal for me. Being Hawaiian, I often think of my kupuna, using their bodies, working with the ocean to travel from one island to another. M: How has paddling challenged you? H: I think the most challenging thing about paddling for me is reading the swells and connecting the bumps. I envy people who have that skill. Sometimes they fly by me so effortlessly. Since I started one-manning, I have gotten better at it but still have a long ways to go. Time in the water is the only way for me to improve, so that’s what I have been trying to do.

M: Is this something you can see yourself doing forever? H: Yes. I enjoy paddling not only because it has cultural significance to me but also because of the atmosphere. I enjoy the paddling community. Everyone knows everyone. M: What has paddling taught you? H: Paddling has definitely taught me how

PM to be mentally strong and2014-06-03 to keep 08:32 pushing. When I first started one-manning, I wasn’t very good. I thought the transition from paddling to one-manning was going to be easier, but it’s so different. My first season, I flipped all the time; lost hats and glasses and water bottles, paddled on one side most of the race because I was scared to flip, came in last in some of the races. When I first started, the goal was to finish the race – and maybe not flip or come in last place. Then the goal was to do the longer races, and then push myself to beat a certain time. Then pushing myself to beat a certain person. I was always behind, looking at the fast elite women pulling away in the distance. Eventually, my goal became to close that gap. I want to be one of those women that people recognize. I want to be in that top bracket.

M: Most memorable padding race? H: My most memorable paddling race was my first Moloka‘i Solo Race in 2013. The conditions were not in our favor. I remember people dropping out of the race that week, that weekend, that morning and then during the race. I almost thought about dropping out, too, but my goal was to do the solo by 21 years old. I was so scared that I wouldn’t last because I wasn’t sure how my body was going makai ocean lifestyle Magazine JUNE/JULY 2014

to handle paddling 32 miles in those kinds of conditions. When you are paddling for that long, you have so much time to reflect, but you also have so much time to let frustration get to you. You go through so many emotions crossing the channel alone: excitement, regret, confusion – as to why you are putting your body through it – and fear that you won’t make it. It was such a great grueling experience, and my mom was there to watch the whole thing on my escort, which was super special for me. KAYAKING: A REWARDING CHALLENGE M: How did you get into kayaking? What’s challenging about it? H: One of my friends wanted to kayak with me and I said, “Sure, why not? It will be good cross-training for paddling season.” (I like that) your balance improves dramatically when you kayak, which helps in the surf for paddling. Balancing, technique, and focusing (are most challenging). You can never “zone out.”

makai ocean lifestyle Magazine JUNE/JULY 2014

M: What’s your biggest accomplishment in kayaking? H: My biggest accomplishment in kayaking was in high school; being able to practice at the Olympic Training Center in Chula Vista, CA. It was a very good experience to see how the top kayakers train and compete. M: Most memorable moment in kayaking? H: Maybe not a good memory but flipping in the Ala Wai would be my most memorable moment. We would have morning practice, and I’m not a morning person, so I would get into my kayak around 5:45 in the morning, body still tired, and whoops….flip. Sprint kayak boats fill up with water when you flip, so you have to swim it to the side, pour out the water and get back in. It sucked, but that’s the mostmemorable moment. LIFE: AS IT STANDS M: Who are your role models? H: In life: My older sister Pili. She has always been a hard worker, always managed her time wisely and kept her goals in reach. I always looked up to her academically because she would manage to get 4.0’s in high school and continued to do so in college. That pushed me to try to be academically successful. Now that she is done with school, she continues to be my role model…being happy. Doing things and surrounding yourself with people or things

that make you happy are important, and my sister has done just that. In paddling: Kai (Firebreathingsharppointytalons) Chong. I met him when I was a sophomore kayaking, and he was the guy that everyone on the team talked about: “Kai’s so fast!” “I wish I could be as fast as him!” “What do they feed him?!” He was that up-and-coming high-schooler. I definitely see him as a role model because he is someone my age who has earned his success and continues to do so. I look up to him, even though I’m taller haha.

M: How else do you get in the water? H: I just started stand-up paddling. Like JUST started. So I’ll go out maybe once a week for a little workout. I like the challenge of having to balance and steer and move forward and back and using the swells. But that is also what is the most difficult part about it. I did a stand-up race recently (Da Hui Stand Up Race) and really enjoyed myself, even though my legs were shaky, and I was sore for a couple of days. Perhaps I’ve found another water sport I enjoy. M: What’s one thing you want people to know about you? H: I am graduating this Fall with two majors: Hawaiian Language and Dental Hygiene. I don’t like to toot my own horn, but

BE PREPARED! 2

Convenient Locations

349 406 406 449

$ $$449

Honda WX10 Honda WX10Waterpump Waterpump

• • • •

hpOHV OHV •WX10 WX10 1.1 1.1hp •25cc • Direct Drive 25cc • Direct Drive 13.4 lbs (Dry weight) • 13.4 lbs (Dry weight) Discharges 37 gal per minute • Discharges 37 gal per minute

Visit our new Waipahu Store 94-133 Pahu St. (808) 676-5534. (Behind Midas)

I have great respect for student athletes. You have to schedule your time down to a “T” because there is no time for everything you want to do if you don’t. Training for the solo, while being a full-time student with two majors is a hard thing to do, but it’s possible. I wanted to add this in, not to brag, but to encourage anyone who doesn’t think they can paddle while going to school. You can do it, but your schedule will be very full. Bottom line is: if you care about something enough, you will make time for it. That is true in all aspects of life, whether it’s sports, school, friends, family, boyfriends…it’s all relative.

1069 1069 789

$ $ $ $ 1069 Honda GeneratorEU2000i EU1000I Honda Generator

1.8 hpquiet OHV Air cooled • •Super 53db-59db. 50 cc • refrigerator, 0.6 gal tank lights,small • •Powers appliances • 3.8 hrs @ rated load • •Up 15@hours on a tank of gas. 8.3tohrs 1⁄4 load • •Easy carry, 47 lbs. (dry weight) 29 lbsto(Dry weight) www.AlohaPowerEquipment.com

Must present coupon

ALOHA POWER EQUIPMENT “We Sell put the power at&your fingertips” “We Best, Service the Rest!” 330 Sand Island Road Corner of Nimitz/Sand Island Rd.

Sale Ends

08/30/11 08/30/09 8/15/06 10/15/12 08-30-14

848-5534

Limited quantities • No Rainchecks

makai ocean lifestyle Magazine JUNE/JULY 2014

Theres Hope For Your Broken Canoe!

You can insure your car, your house, you can even insure your life! But did you know that you could insure your one man canoe (OC-1) or (OC-2) or surf ski? When you break such an expensive and dear to your heart, piece or equipment, it is really hard explaining the feeling of what just happened. But it does happen, and more often than you know it. To repair your boat to its former state, it is very costly to repair, but it can be done. But the burden of worrying about how you can afford such a repair can be solved. For less than forty dollars ($40) you can have your canoe covered for a whole year! There is hope for a broken canoe, check to see if your insurance agent covers this, or you can contact Kris Speegle, at (808) 9697767 and he can take care of your canoe policy, quickly, and easy to keep your boat â&#x20AC;&#x153;wetâ&#x20AC;?. UP TO

50% OFF & FREE

PICK UP CONTACT US TODAY, FOR A FREE ESTIMATE!

HAWAIISELFSTORAGE.COM 949-7233 14

949-7233

makai ocean lifestyle Magazine JUNE/JULY 2014

Mahalo nui to Molokai Solo V-1 paddler Vance Hashimoto for his photos of his V-1 canoes.

2014 HCRA STATE CHAMPIONSHIP Ke’ehi Lagoon, ‘Oahu, Hawai‘i Saturday, August 2, 2014

First Event makai ocean lifestyle Magazine JUNE/JULY 2014

WELCOME MESSAGE

Na ‘Ohana O Na Hui Wa’a welcomes you to Keehi Lagoon for the Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association State Championship Regatta. We are excited to host you this year, as our association celebrates our 40th Anniversary.

Aloha and welcome to the 2014 HCRA State Championship.

Aloha, Welcome to Oahu for the Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association State Championship Regatta. This year it is exciting to be hosted by Na Ohana O Na Hui Wa’a as they celebrate their 40 years. Kai Oni Canoe Club, an original member of Hui Wa’a is where I first started paddling. It is nice to see our clubs continuing in tradition. Congratulations to the paddlers who are here to compete in today’s events. Without your participation and support, our sport would not be where it is today. I wish to express my thanks to our many sponsors and volunteers that have helped to make today’s event a success. Mahalo to Hawaii Independent Energy (Tesoro) who has joined our list of major sponsors. Mahalo to OHA, and Mercedes-Benz of Honolulu, Ocean Paddler TV, Outrigger Hotels, and Makai for your contributions. We appreciate your support of Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe Paddling. Again, it has been an absolute pleasure and honor to serve as your Race Commissioner. Have a safe and fun race today! Aloha-

It is my pleasure to welcome you to Keehi Lagoon for the 64th annual HCRA State Championship. We are pleased to be here on Oahu, "The Gathering Place," and I would like to thank our host, Na Ohana O Na Hui Waa, and its member clubs as they celebrate Hui Waa's 40th anniversary as an association. In 1991 this section of Keehi Lagoon Park was dedicated to Outrigger canoe paddling, Hawaii's official state team sport. Located within Keehi Lagoon is the culturally significant Mokauea Island, the site of Oahu's last Hawaiian fishing village. Keehi Lagoon Park has served us well over the years as a championship venue and we are excited to be back here to watch the best crews and clubs from across the state compete for individual crew and team titles in the four divisions. Congratulations and best wishes to all of the paddlers who have the privilege of representing their club in today's state championship race. Mahalo to all of the coaches, parents, spouses and other members of our paddling ohana for your continued support of the paddlers and the sport of outrigger canoe paddling. Mahalo to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs, one of our enduring major sponsors; joining them as a major sponsor is Hawaii Independent Energy dba Tesoro. Welcome and mahalo to Mercedes-Benz of Honolulu for their sponsorship. We also thank our other sponsors, and all of the people who make an event of this magnitude possible: the City and County of Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation, officials, race organizers, merchandise teams, vendors, merchants, advertisers, and media personnel. Your efforts are greatly appreciated. A hui hou.

Uncle Bo Campos

Special: HCRa state championship 2o14

Walter P. Vierra, President Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association

MAHALO to our Sponsors: Aloha Mai Kakou,

2014 Officers

Samantha Moikeha David Kawika Ho Charlotte Lagunte Trace Ballesteros Freddy Keomaka Missy Morton Daniel Sanford George Waikoloa Desmond Ishii Charray Noe Fox

President (2014-2015) Vice President (2014) Secretary (2014) Treasurer (2014) Director (2014-2015) Director (2013-2014) Director (2013-2014) Race Chairman (2014) Asst Race Chair (2014) Chief Recorder (2014)

Welcome to Keehi Lagoon – home to this year’s Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association State Championship Regatta. As Na Ohana O Na Hui Wa’a celebrates 40 years, we are excited to include you as part of our Ohana. With 19 member clubs, Hui Wa’a is well represented here at our State Championship regatta. Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe Paddling is our state sport and through all of your hard work with your clubs and paddlers, we are able to gather today to celebrate as an entire state. Canoe paddling has always been important in my life, but most recently, as I get older, I find that it is an avenue that allows me to give back to others. Physically getting in a canoe is not as easy as it was when I was 20, but I still love every bit of it. Although I grumble about my leg going numb, that the canoes are too skinny, and the paddles are too light, I am reminded that I should be grateful that I was raised and taught where all those changes came from. The kids in our canoes won’t know that the seats were wider then, that paddles were all wood, heavy and round, and that canoes were tied up to a tree or a concrete pillar. Some may never know what it feels like to pull a tire or a bucket. I am now, even more dedicated to the sport than I was in the past. I am sure that each one of you can recall such vivid memories as I have described. The main point is that we have a tradition to remember, a culture to support and a legacy to move forward. Mahalo to all who love this sport unconditionally and do all they can to support its values and traditions. I truly admire your efforts. On behalf of Hui Wa’a, we would like to send a very fond aloha to all the paddlers, coaches, parents, officials, supporters, and sponsors for their contributions to the sport of Hawaiian outrigger canoe paddling. Be safe and have an awesome race.

Samantha Mokuahi Moikeha Na Ohana O Na Hui Wa’a, President

Special HCRa state championship 2o14 3

HUI WA'A - Na 'Ohana O Na Hui Wa’a 'Alapa Hoe (E) Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe Club (C) I Mua (K) Ka Mamalahoe Canoe Club (Z) Kai Poha (A) Kalihi Kai (X) Kamaha'o Canoe Club (Y) Kamehameha (I) Kaneohe (J) Kumulokahi-Elks (V) Lokahi (H) Manu O Ke Kai (F) Na Keiki O Ka Mo`i (M) North Shore (R) Olelo O Keola (O) Pukana O Ke Kai (P) Waikiki Beach Boys (B) Waikiki Yacht Club (W) Windward Kai (S)

OHCRA- Oahu Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association Anuenue (11) Ewa Pu’uloa Outrigger (12) Hawai’ian Kanaktion (20) Healani (1) Honolulu Pearl (16) Hui Lanakila (26) Hui Nalu (2) Kai Oni (14) Kailua (3) Keahiakahoe (7) Keala Canoe Club (17) Keola O Ke Kai (18) Koa Kai (28) Lanikai (4) Leeward Kai (5) Makaha Canoe Club (6) New Hope (15) Outrigger (8) Waikiki Surf Club (9) Waimanalo (10) 4

Special; HCRa state championship 2o14

MCHCA- Maui County Hawaiian Canoe Association Hana (30) Hawaiian Canoe Club (31) Hui Wa'a O Lana'i (40) Kahana Canoe Club (32) Kihei Canoe Club (33) Lae'ula O Kai (37) Lahaina (34) Na Kai Ewalu (35) Napili (36) Wailea (39)

GICRA-Garden Island Canoe Racing Association Hokualele Canoe Club (79) Kaiola Canoe Club (85) Kawaikini (83) Kilohana (86) Koloa (82) Kukui’ula Outrigger Canoe Club (88) Namolokama (87) Niumalu (80) Puuwai (84) West Kaua’i Canoe Club (89)

MCRA - Molokai Canoe Racing Association Kukui O Molokai (95) Mana’e (91) Molokai (90) Wa’akapaemua (93)

MOKU - Moku O Hawai’i Outrigger Canoe Racing Association Hui Wa’a O Waiakea (63) Kai ‘Ehitu (59) Kai Opua Canoe Club (50) Kailana Canoe Club (52) Kamehameha Canoe Club (55) Kawaihae Canoe Club (51) Keauhou Canoe Club (58) Keaukaha Canoe Club (53) Keoua Canoe Club (54) Kona Athletic Club (61) Na Wa’a Hanakahi (62) Paddlers of Laka (64) Puna Canoe Club (57) Tui Tonga (65) Waikoloa Canoe Club (60)

Getty Images

makai ocean lifestyle Magazine JUNE/JULY 2014

4 Steps to Cleaning out Your Garage PLUS 9 Tips for Cleaning Up and the Garage Sale That Follows

SUP

THE EVOLUTION OF A

REVOLUTION

If your garage has become a glorified storage shed, here are 4 steps to clean it out. 1. Empty it. Take everything out and, starting with the first item you remove, sort each one into piles that will: 1. stay in the garage, 2. be put elsewhere in the house, 3. go into a garage sale, or 4. get thrown out. 2. Clean it. When the garage is completely empty, use a shop vac. Then hose the floor with the nozzle on its most powerful setting. Start at the back and spray into the driveway. Push pooled water out with a broom. Leave the door open and let the place dry. 3. Add storage units. Look at the pile of things going back into the garage and install the shelves, bins, drawer units, bike racks, and hooks you need to store them. Create a place for everything. Just your car and heavy equipment like a lawnmower should take up floor space. 4. Bring in only what's necessary. Put back the things that truly need to be there. Be merciless. If you think "maybe I'll want this someday," that item should be thrown out or go into the garage sale. Make sure things you use often, such as tools, are more accessible than seasonal items, such as holiday decorations. 9 WAYS TO CLEAN UP AT A GARAGE SALE After you clean out your garage, you can then clean up by having a garage sale. 1. Schedule smart. June through October is the best time. A one-day sale over 5 or 6 hours is enough to get rid of lots of stuff and let shoppers know they have limited time. 2. Advertise. Take out a classified ad in the local paper and on Craigslist. A few days before the sale, post several large signs around the neighborhood. Make all signs the same color and be brief: "Garage Sale (or Yard or Tag Sale), day, date, hours, street address, and an arrow pointing to your home. Make sure to catch traffic

makai ocean lifestyle Magazine JUNE/JULY 2014

in both directions and put a sign at your driveway. 3. Prep the merchandise. Clean items, press clothes, wash glasses, china, etc. Put a circle sticker with a price on each item. Mark cracked or chipped items "as is," so buyers know you've priced it with the condition in mind. Group items for adults vs. children, and don't forget shoppers looking for tools, sports and camping gear, electronics, used tires, and lawn equipment.

True 100% Financing Rural Housing may be closer than you think...

USDA

4. Price to sell. This is a garage sale, not an estate sale. Generally, price items for $5 or less, most for $1 or $2. Price more expensive items at 1/2 to 1/3 of the retail cost if in good condition. Leave room for haggling, setting prices 20%–30% above what you'd like.

Rural Development

PROGRAM FEATURES: • 100% Financial available • NO sales price restrictions, NO cash reserves and NO limit on seller contributions • Competitive Interest Rates PROGRAM FEATURES: • Closing costs may be financed if the • 100% Financing available appraised value is higher than the sales • No sales price restrictions, NO cash reserves price and NO limit on seller contributions • Competitive Interest Rates Rural • Non-traditional is allowed • Closing costs may be ﬁnanced if the appraised value is highercredit than the sales price Development • Property must be located in an eligible rural • Non-traditional credit is allowed • Income restrictions apply area • Property must be located in an eligible rural • area Income restrictions apply • Contact Ron Durant to ﬁnd out if your area is USDA eligible • Contact a Guild Loan Officer to find out if • All loans subject to underwriter approval. area is USDA eligible • Terms and conditions apply. Subject to changeyour without notice.

5. Have a free pile. Nothing stops people like the word "free" and many will stay and buy. 6. Take care with the layout. Arrange tables so people have room to pass. To avoid theft, rope off the sale area, put the payment table at the exit, and have a family member or friend help out.

Ron Durant, Branch Manager Ron Durant, Branch Manager

7. Be ready with change. Get lots of ones, fives, and coins, and carry them in a carpenter's apron or fanny pack. Have bags or boxes available. 8. Offer refreshments. Sell lemonade, snacks, and baked goods– you'll make some money and people will stick around longer.

NMLS ID 275617

Direct 808-263-8743 Fax 866-703-4876 Direct: 808-263-8743 | Fax: 866-703-4876 Email: rdurant@guildmortgage.com Email: rdurant@guildmortgage.com www.guildmortgage.com Apply online at: www.guildmortgage.net/rondurant An Equal Housing Lender. @Copyright 2006 Guild Mortgage Company

guild1313.indd 1

NMLS #3274

Now in Stock!

8/19/13 7:13 AM

Your Independent Goodyear Tire Dealer

9. Get rid of it all. Take any reasonable offer. In the last hour, have a "fill a bag for $1" deal. Put whatever doesn't sell out on the curb for free, throw it out, or donate it. When you're ready to upgrade, downsize, or buy your first home, we can help with the financing. We're happy to answer any questions, as soon as you're ready to take advantage of the opportunities in today's housing market. We can also help with refinancing your current home, or funding home improvements. Please call or email us any time. We're always here for you... Have a great day!

Rural Housing may be closer thank you think...

Bradley Service Centers

P.S.: When buying or refinancing, it's smart to start the process early. Please call or email us to explore the appealing options available now. These tips courtesy: Ron Durant Guild Mortgage-Branch Manager rdurant@guildmortgage.net 609 Kailua Road Suite 200 Kailua, HI 96734 808-263-8743 NMLS #275617

94-1201 Ka Uka Blvd. (near Costco Waipio)

Waiphau, HI 96797

(808) 678-9099

www.bradleyservicecenters.com

A Resource for Things Hawaiian

Free Hawaiian language & & hula Free Hawaiian language hulaclasses, classes Na Mele Concerts, books Na Mele NeiNeiConcerts, booksabout about Hawai’i, Nake’u Awaialoha aloha shirts, shirts, Bete Hawai’i, Nake’u Awai Bete Mu’u,Shell Ni’ihau hula Mu’u, Ni’ihau lei,Shell hulalei,implements, implements, lauhala & much more! lauhala & much more! Ward Warehouse Honolulu 596-8885 Ward Warehouse, Honolulu Also at: Hilton Hawaiian Village & Waikiki596-8885 Beachwalk

Open seven week Open sevendays days a a week

makai ocean lifestyle Magazine JUNE/JULY 2014 native books.indd 1

2/3/08 2:07:16 PM

Hawaiian Air/New York Outriggers Liberty Challenge. Photos Courtesy Cliff Young Dragon Boat Race Winners in Hong kong. Photos Courtesy Alfred Van Gieson/Jenny Lee

Summer Around the Globe!

ChinaĘťs Womens Here at home/Queens Photo Lenny Surfing CapeniaClassic. Photos Lenny Capenia 22

makai ocean lifestyle Magazine JUNE/JULY 2014

Go Bananas Watersports

Paddler supplies for Kayaks, Canoe & SUP boards. Ocean Kayak, Epic Surf Skis,Cobra Kayaks, Outrigger Connection &Hawaiian Designs Canoes. QuickBlade, Kialoa, Grey Owl, Carlisle paddles. Yakima, Thule, Trac -Rac and much more...

2 Convenient Locations! Waikiki 799 Kapahulu Avenue Honolulu, HI 96816 Phone: (808) 737-9514

Aiea 98-390 Kamehameha Hwy Aiea, HI 96701 Phone: (808) 487-3400

www.gobananaskayaks.com

CALL TODAY & LOSE 5-20 POUNDS IN JUST 10 DAYS &

FREE $50*

gift card

*Call for details

Debra Werner (808)597-6610 808purium@gmail.com www.behealthybecool.com

www.mypurium.com/debrawerner makai ocean lifestyle Magazine JUNE/JULY 2014

MacFarlane Regatta Waikiki Beach July 4, 2014

Another beautiful day in paradise! The MacFarlane Regatta one of the highlights of the season for many. The opportunity to canoe surf a 400 pound outrigger canoe in Waikiki. Once again, thousands were on hand to one of the biggest parties of the season!

makai ocean lifestyle Magazine JUNE/JULY 2014

Join us on :

Give Us Your

Headache.

Tenants Behind on Rent?

“Makai Ocean Lifestyle Magazine” & “MakaiHawaii”

There is a collection/eviciton process required by the ever changing Hawaii Landlord-TenantCode. Reduce your liablity exposure. • • • • • • •

No initial start-up or tenant placement fees Full tenant screening & background check Collection & accounting of rents and fees Accurate landlord/tenant software programs Monthly owner proceeds disbursement Bill paying- maintenance fees, GE, taxes etc Repairs with trusted & cost effective vendors

Sales/Property Management

“Moving Forward With You” Call or click us:

hawaiigrassshacks.com grahamrealtyhawaii.com

Baron Graham (RA) GRI e-PRO C-(808)220-5380

baron.graham@gmail.com

baron3.indd 1

2/15/14 6:19 PM

Complete line of: C-4 Waterman equipment Hinano Tahiti Clothing Von Zipper Sunglasses Reef Brazil Scott Hawaii and more. Visit our Warehouse Outlet Mon. to Sat. from 10-6pm 94-1388 Moaniani St. Unit 202 In the heart of Waipio

676-0700

www.surfvivor.com

makai ocean lifestyle Magazine JUNE/JULY 2014

It’s all about

Guava

John D. Kaupiko Regatta Kanohe Bay

FOUR GREAT OPTIONS: Hawaiian Acai Bowl All Fruit - Groovy Guava Classic - Gotta Guava Kids - Goodie Guava

√ Zero gram trans fat √ No high fructose corn syrup √ No artificial flavors and preservatives www.jambahawaii.com

makai ocean lifestyle Magazine JUNE/JULY 2014

STATE FARM

LIKE A GOOD NEIGHBOR STATE FARM IS THERE ®

Robert “Kiha” Tirrell Agent, LTCP

46-024 Kamehameha Hwy Kaneohe 247-5250

Auto • Home • Business • Financial Services statefarm.com®

State Farm • Home Ofﬁces: Bloomington Illinois

state farm .indd 1

4/17/08 11:42:05 PM

FOR APPOINTMENTS CALL

732-9710

Kaimuki Shopping Center 3221 Waialae Ave., Suite 390 Honolulu, Hawai‘i 96816 Located above Long’s

Blane K. Chong, M. D. Family & Sports Medicine

WE ACCEPT ALL MAJOR HEALTH INSURANCES.

Takase

Untitled-3 1

8/18/08 11:52:56 PM

DOORS & SERVICE

Hawaii’s Residential Garage Door Speecialist

John Takase

FREE Estimates • Broken Springs Replaced Sales • Service All Brands • Over 15 YEARS Experience

841-9134 1814-A Kahai St.

EW O N TI A C O L

Your one stop shop for all your vaping and tobacco needs. We specialize in e-cigs, e-juices, cigarettes and roll-your-own tobacco. To round out your shopping experience we also sell drinks and snacks. Come check us out! 1284 Kalani Street #104B. Honolulu, Hawaii 96817.

City Square Shopping Center (Near Youngs Fish Market & Across Sugoi)

puff.indd 1

808-841-PUFF (841-7833)

makai ocean lifestyle Magazine JUNE/JULY 2014

27 1/5/14 9:53 PM

RACE AROUND THE HAT

Photos courtesy Vance & Lori Hashimoto

Cummulative Overall Results PL Prelim Heat FINAL TOTAL 1 0:16:17 0:29:18 0:45:35 2 0:16:30 0:29:27 0:45:57 5 0:15:58 0:30:00 0:45:58 4 0:16:20 0:29:39 0:45:59 3 0:17:19 0:29:37 0:46:56 7 0:16:37 0:30:31 0:47:08 6 0:17:22 0:30:27 0:47:49 9 0:17:20 0:30:36 0:47:56 8 0:17:34 0:30:36 0:48:10 10 0:17:05 0:31:06 0:48:11 16 0:16:50 0:31:42 0:48:32 12 0:17:17 0:31:15 0:48:32 11 0:18:00 0:31:14 0:49:14 14 0:17:38 0:31:37 0:49:15 13 0:17:57 0:31:25 0:49:22 15 0:17:47 0:31:39 0:49:26 18 0:18:01 0:32:00 0:50:01 19 0:17:21 0:32:42 0:50:03 17 0:18:14 0:31:54 0:50:08 21 0:17:43 0:34:30 0:52:13 20 0:18:33 0:34:01 0:52:34 23 0:18:05 0:34:49 0:52:54 22 0:18:54 0:34:34 0:53:28 24 0:18:38 0:35:55 0:54:33 25 0:18:44 0:36:34 0:55:18 NOVICE 1 0:18:33 2 0:19:29 3 0:19:37 4 0:21:58 5 0:22:58 6 0:23:58 7 0:24:11 8 0:26:25 9 0:27:48 10 0:28:20 11 0:34:27

Alex Arasawa Adrian Flack Phillip Yee Ryan Stringfelow Lance Broussard Vic Allen Brian Sultzer Gerald Decorte Quintin Bray Charlie Quinones Nate Kwon

Division Results WOMEN 1 0:18:52 Jessie 2 0:23:45 Jackie 3 0:25:18 Zoe

Kaawa Kaya Coffman

8 & UNDER

12 0:33:05 Makana Dayton *Around Mokoli'I course, but not last buoy

makai ocean lifestyle Magazine JUNE/JULY 2014

15 & UNDER 1 0:21:52

Chevy

18 & UNDER 1 0:18:59 2 0:19:15 3 0:19:26 4 0:19:58 5 0:20:14 6 0:22:29 7 0:23:07 8 0:24:40 9 0:30:02 10 0:30:41

David Kaleleiki Kaimana Gomes Lamar Garcia Justice Kinimaka Preston Kaluhiwa Christopher Plunkett Kekoa Tudela Sevin Lanting Andrea Hardy Jacob Shelton

Villanueva

KeakuaKaawaNolan MannyKulukulualani Makana Denton Luke Evslin Heinere Itchner Sean Kaawa Kalei Kahookele Bill Oliver Jim Foti Alika Guillaume Vance Hashimoto Kealiii Paiaina Jordan Wong Mario Mausio Nue Youderian Christian Marston Jasen Kaya Trey Cox Ron Cotteen Kekoa Kau Alex Arasawa Chauncey Cody Anthony Ortiz Scott Coffman Darin Kohara Male Male Male Male Male Male Male Male Male Male Male

Novice Novice Novice Novice Novice Novice Novice Novice Novice Novice Novice

Female Female Female

Open Open Open

Male

8 & under

Male

15 & Under

Male Male Male Male Male Male Male Male Male Male

18 & Under 18 & Under 18 & Under 18 & Under 18 & Under 18 & Under 18 & Under 18 & Under 18 & Under 18 & Under

Male Male Male Male Male Male Male Male Male Male Male Male Male Male Male Male Male Male Male Male Male Male Male Male Male

Open Open Open Open Open Open Open Open Open Open Open Open Open Open Open Open Open Open Open Open Novic Open Open Open Open

Check out the Bomber Floating Eyewear booth at the 2014 HCRA State Championship Regatta . on Saturday August 2, 2014 at Keehi Lagoon

A Book

Retail store locations at: www.bombereyewear.com

“

“Hawaiian Waterman” Kolaiah “Fuzzy” Jardine Photo: Scott Sakamoto

Save Our Kaka‘ako” by Ron Iwami

NOW AVAILABLE Hawaiian South Shore Surf Town & Country Surf Downing Hawaii Tropical Blends Surf Shop & also Ronʻs Van (Credit cards are accepted)

““The story of how the “Power of the People” was able to mobilize in just nine months to stop the Sale of Public Land to build luxury residential highrises by rallying the support of the legislators to enact a law prohibiting the sale of public land and banning all residential development in Kaka’ako Makai. This law stands today, protecting this last public oceanfront land from becoming another Waikiki to be enjoyed by all of the People of Hawaii in perpetuity.”

www.kewalo.org/purchase-book All profits from the sale of the book will be donated to Friends of Kewalos to help continue its mission. makai ocean lifestyle Magazine JUNE/JULY 2014

INTENSIVE LEARNING CENTER STAFF MALAMA MOKAUEA Mokauea is a modest 10 acre triangular shaped island which lies only ¼ mile off shore from the Sand Island Boat harbor. The island is only one of only two, historic, traditional fishing villages left in the State of Hawaii. It is the last one on Oahu. When our Intensive Learning Center staff were invited onto the island, I jumped at the chance to visit. Our adventure began with a brief synopsis of Mokauea by our tour guide Kehaulani, followed by instruction of our 6-man and double-hull canoe paddle to the island. When we arrived, we were greeted with Aloha by Aunty Joni, a well known matriarch there.

Both Kehau and Aunty Joni educated us on the background, history, humble island living, resident sea creatures, how opala (trash) impacts the environment, recycling and preservation of our resources. I left Mokauea with a deeper sense of awareness, respect and gratitude for Kehau, Aunty Joni and the Mokaueans who like our kupuna (ancestors) cared for the land and ocean for our keiki (children). Let‘s Malama Pono (take care) and do our part for our future and keiki. You can help make a difference by picking up your opala around you. M. Lee-Goo

Jarett Makaimoku with tips for paddling the wa’a.

...More instruction...

Kehaulani Kupihea explains Mokauea Island

Paddlers prepare to go out to Mokauea Island

Joni Bagood, explans life on Mokauea Island

Staff help to keep the island clean. 30

makai ocean lifestyle Magazine JUNE/JULY 2014

Greg Yep brings the staff back to the “Mainland”

Lunch is served, after canoe rides began!

makai ocean lifestyle Magazine JUNE/JULY 2014

2014 outback

0% APR foR 36/48/60 MoS*

$2000 DiScount** $1000 DiScount**

2014 legacy

2014 forester

Summer is here and Subaru’s go-anywhere, do-anything all wheel drive technology is the perfect fit for all your active adventures. It’s a great time to enjoy the drive and enjoy the ride in a new Subaru.

OAHU – Servco Subaru Honolulu • 2850 Pukoloa St. Ste # 104 • Hon. • 808.687.7600 Servco Subaru kaimuki • 3361 Waialae ave. • Hon. • 808.687.7620

SubaruHawaii.com

Big islAnd – Hilo Subaru • 1 keaa St. • Hilo • 808.961.4411 kona Subaru • 75-5793 kuakini Hwy. • kailua kona • 808.329.5274 MAUi – Servco Subaru maui • 445 kele St. • kahului • 808.877.0031 KAUAi – Servco Subaru kauai • 4337 rice St. • lihue • 808.245.6978

* Program runs 6/1/14 – 7/31/14. offers subject to credit approval - not all applicants will qualify. restrictions apply. 0% aPr offer good for up to 60 months on a new/demo 2014mY outback and Forester (maximum to finance: $35,000), new/demo 2014mY legacy (maximum to finance: $30,000), and new/demo 2014mY impreza (nT) (maximum to finance: $24,000). 0.9% aPr offer good for 36 months and 1.9% aPr offer good for 48 or 60 months on any new/demo 2015mY Forester (maximum to finance: $35,000), in stock, financed and delivered between 6/1/14 – 7/31/14. not combinable with any other dealer rebates. See dealer for additional details. ** Program runs 6/1/14 – 7/31/14. $2,000 discount good with purchase and delivery of a new/demo 2014mY outback and 2014mY legacy, $1,000 discount good with purchase and delivery of a new/ 32 makai ocean lifestyle march/apriil 2014 demo 2014mY Forester, $750 discount good with purchase and delivery of a new/demo 2014mY impreza (nT) or $500 discount good with purchase and delivery of a new/demo 2015mY Forester between 6/1/14 – 7/31/14. in stock; no backorders. not combinable with other dealer discounts. restrictions apply. See dealer or visit SubaruHawaii.com for sales event details.