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Just a quick reminder about the first race of the 2011/2012 Winter Series.
CCK welcomes us back to their site for one of the more enjoyable races of the Series out at Half Moon Bay. Always some interesting conditions and never the same, make sure to mark your calendars! http://wavechaser.com/event-info/schedule/half-moon-baycck-oct-29th-201…
We’ll offer two courses, short and a long course, roughly 5 and 10 miles. Course will be decided on race day depending on conditions for the day. We’ll also have offer a SUP course during the short course at 10:00.
Remember to bring your PFD”s and leashes as it can get challenging at times. For a reminder on registration and rules, check out this link http://wavechaser.com/event-info/registration-and-rules/
We are changing up our registration a bit and letting paddlers race twice for 30.00. Only 5.00 for the second race of the day. We might have a couple of other changes coming up, so try to make it to the first race to qualify for some overall awards we’ll be handing out.
Hope to see you on the water out at Half Moon Bay!

Australia's longest Iron Race. 40 km's along pristine tropical waters of FNQ.
Race is open to OC-1/2/6's and surf skis. Race starts at Palm Cove and finishes at the same time as 2 other events, RRR Mountain Bike Challenge and a Triathalon at 4 Mile Beach!!
The GBROC is the start of the week long Cairns Adventure Festival.
More information to follow....
Nominations now open. Follow the link, click on Cairns Airport Adventure Festival Events Open Online
, go to Hekili Great Barrier Reef Ocean Challenge and then click on the Aocra link....finally you are there!!
www.cairnsadventurefestival.com.au

2 races one day.
The morning is dedicated to a 4 mile short course for oc1, oc2, surfksi, double surfksi, kayaks, SUP’s and paddleboarders.
The afternoon is for oc1, oc2, surfskis, double surfksi’s and kayaks (NO SUP or paddleboards at this time)
Entry fee is $25 and includes a t-shirt for the first 150 registered.. (watch for on line registration TBA soon) lunch and awards for specified divisions (TBA).
If you want to race 2x (both morning and afternoon races), the entry fee is $30. (only one tshirt and lunch tho)

PA'A website is down and hopefully back up by next week. The first event is the Halloween Race on Saturday October 29.
Register early at PA'A Halloween Race Info and Entry!

ATTENTION ALL MASTERS AND MIXED MASTERS CREWS!
Plan on attending the 27th Annual Waimea Bay Challenge, also known as Blue Makua's Race:
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Haleiwa (Manu O Ke Kai Canoe Club)
Registration starts at 8:00 a.m. Registration forms will be available the day of the race.
Start Times:
Men – 9:30 a.m. (9 miles)
Women/Mixed – 11:00 a.m. or sooner (4 miles)
Entry Fee: $90.00 per crew. Includes awards, Hawaiian plate, refreshments and entertainment.
Guests: $5.00
BYOB!
Divisions
Masters – Men and Women 40
Masters – Men and Women 50
Masters – Men and Women 60
Mixed Masters 40
Mixed Masters 50
Mixed Masters 60
For more information call Randy Sanborn at 621-7240

The second annual Another Dam Race will run on Saturday, November 5th. An 11 mile downriver course on the Colorado River starting just below Parker Dam and finishing at the Blue Water Resort and Casino in Parker, AZ. Classes for OC1, OC2, OC6, skis, sup, rec, etc. Tons of schwag, all night beach party after the race, great racer's raffle, trophy steins from Mudshark Brewing, and fantastic Arizona weather.

posponed
For more information call Pacific Paddler 351-2398

Sunday October 2nd, 2011 - Ala Wai Community Park · Honolulu, Hawaii - 200m racing in FIVE paddle sports: KAYAK, SURFSKI, OC1, V1, PADDLE BOARDS & STANDUP PADDLING! - Bantam (14&under) Junior (under 18), open, elite divisions in men’s and women’s categories

Pu'uwai Canoe Club's new coaching staff of Luke Evslin, Kelly Foster, and Jeremy Cole will be putting on a Series of Outrigger Canoe Clinics at the Wailua River. The 1st clinic will be held October 2, 2011 at 9 a.m. see below for further information. Please, let us know if you are planning to attend by typing into the attached Waiver/Reservation Form and e-mailing it to [email protected].
Clinic 1:
Overview of the Essentials (FREE)
9am, October 2, 2011
Introduction: A Conversation about Outrigger Canoe Paddling & Personal Goals
Fundamentals of Stroke
1- Catch, pull, exit, return
2- Positive blade angle
3- Tahitian vs. Hawaiian styles
Mind set
1- Visualization
2- Race day
3- Mental governor
Training

1. Basic overview of periodization
   

Clinic 2:
Advanced Training Methods ($10 Pu'uwai Donation)
9am, Sunday, October 23, 2011
Training
1- Energy systems
2- Periodization
3- Sample Training program
Surfing
1- Reading bumps
2- Minimize effort/maximize efficiency
Nutrition (Dr. Lee Evslin)
1- Fundamentals of nutrition
2- Race Nutrition
Clinic 3:
V-1 and Coaching ($10 Pu'uwai Donation)
5:00pm, Wednesday, October 26, 2011
V-1
1- Fundamentals of V-1
2- Surfing in a V-1
Coaching
1- Youth Coaching
2- Training drills

Waikoloa Canoe Club presents the 22nd Annual Hei Hei Wa ‘a Nui ‘O Waikoloa (Great Waikoloa Race). This is the second year that the club will be “paddling for the cure” and in doing are glad to be supporting the American Cancer Society. The race starts at 8:00am at Anaehoomalu Bay. Canoes will leave the bay and head north to the Mauna Lani Point, turning on a buoy and head south to Kiholo Bay making the final turn north back to `Anaeho’omalu Bay for the finish.

Kailua to Kamakau Heihei Wa'a Fundraiser/Race
Course: Kailua Beach to Kokokahi YWCA in Kaneohe
When: Oct. 22, 2011
Time: 10:00am
Registration at Kailua Beach: 7:30 - 9:15 Meeting to follow.
Cost: $25.00 Preregistered, I have to have your info and payment by Oct 14th.
Otherwise: $30.00 Entry on day of event, which covers insurance, escort, use of facilities, food, etc.
Entry fee gets shirt or cap, entry, and food.
Who: OC1/OC2/Surfski/SUP/Paddleboard/V1/OC6
*NOTE: PLEASE PARK ONLY ON THE GRASS AREA AT THE KOKOKAHI YWCA. FOLLOW THE ARROWS DOWN TO GRASS AREA. NO PARKING ON CEMENT OR SAILING CLUB BOUNDARY'S. MAHALO
Event: This is a fundraiser for the Hawaiian immersion school Ke Kula o Kamakau, located on the grounds of the Kokokahi YWCA. We will be having demonstrations and possible keiki fun/races within Kaneohe Bay.
Contact: Dean Hirahara [email protected]
Send payment to: 2034 Haalelea Place, Honolulu, HI. 96813
'O Na Moi 'Ehukai, or the Moi fish of the red salt spray is in reference to the wahi pana/sacred places along this course as descibed by the Hawaiian Historian Samuel M. Kamakau. In his story, 'Alala point (Lanikai point), Popo i'a (Flat Island) and the area of Ka'ohao (Lanikai) is the birthplace of Kuali'i, one of the last Mo'i or King of O'ahu who lived to 150 years old. Another wahi pana along this course takes us to Ulupa'u crater on Mokapu, a part of this crater is the cliffs of Puka Ulua or Ulua hole, where the famous Mo'i Kahekili of Maui loved to cliff jump 200-300 feet into the rough sea. Through battle, Kahekili was the one to end the line of O'ahu Kings. A third place on this journey is Moku Kapu (Mokapu) or sacred island. Here is where Peleiholani lived, the son of Kuali'i. Which made it a kapu or sacred island. Kamehameha the great also used Mokapu as his place to hold chiefly councils, and became the fourth Mo'i to have spent time at Mokapu.
'O Na Moi 'Ehukai makes reference to the moi swimming in the ocean. Moi were only reserved for the ali'i to eat. The Moi are the Kings who continue to inspire us and hold us accountable to these mo'olelo (stories) in order for these wahi pana to remain alive and culturally relevant to all of us. These are the stories from our historian Samuel M. Kamakau. The namesake of this school which this fundraiser is for.
Mahalo

Presented By Hawthorne Pacific & Kailua Canoe Club
Aloha canoe paddlers & canoe racing fans:
Kailua Canoe Club & Hawthorne Pacific present the 16
th annual “Kailua Bay Men’s Iron Challenge” slated for
Saturday August 27, 2011. The annual event is a fund raiser
for Kailua Canoe Club & will get under way with registration
from 7 to 8:30 a.m. with the race starting at 9:05 a.m. sharp.
The open ocean event taking place at Kailua Beach Park will
feature a 13.5 mile course for the Open Men’s Division along
with a 9.5 mile course for the 18 & under, Novice, 40+, 50+ 55+
55+ Mixed, 60+ & 65+ Age Divisions.
Defending last years title will be 2010 winner Outrigger Canoe
Club. Awards & entertainment will follow with lunch by
Haleiwa Joes Restaurant & Kailua Canoe Club.
For further information contact:
Hank Leandro at 521-3325/226-2027
[email protected]

Come to Fiji and compete with Fiji's best paddlers. Savusavu Outrigger Cup is on again in October. This is a three day event:
Day 1: 30km Marathon (open men/ masters) and 25 km (open woman/ masters) / Juniors 12 km
Day 2 Mixed Day: Marathon 19 km and V1 Relay Race.
Day 3: Sprint Races V6 (500m and 1500m) and V1.
Fijian cultural programme , food and activities are part of the after functions.
The event is open for international paddlers. charge: fee for boat/ canoe hire. More information and registration email: [email protected] or [email protected] If you have no team just email us. We can also help finding a crew.

Steinlager OC & SUP Race
register at https://mkulukul.wufoo.com/forms/steinlager-oc-sup-race/

Event Location: Treasure Island, FL
Dates: October 22 and 23rd
Schedule of Events:
Sat Oct 22 = OC-6 Challenge
Sun Oct 23 = SUP, OC-1, OC-2, Surfski, Sea Kayak
More information contact: [email protected]

Maui Nui Canoe Race & Kahana Canoe Club Presents the 2011 States After Parties Series!!!

1. Lahaina Lulu's Surf Bar and Grill: Featuring MAOLI from 8:30pm - 9:30pm and All Access Entertainment from 10pm to closing. (door opens at 8pm). $12 pre-sale and $15 at the door.
2. Hard Rock Cafe: Dat Guys, Malino and Jacob from the Alliez feat. The 'Til The Cops Come Band show starts 10pm - closing. $15 pre-sale and $20 at the door.
3. Longhi's: DJ all night 9pm - closing. $10.

• Get all locations pre-sale for $30 at Kahana Canoe Club merchandise tent during states

Race for the KOA
Sunday, August 7, 2011
PRESENTED BY NA KAI `EWALU CANOE CLUB
The day after HCRA State Championship medium distance koa and fiberglass outrigger canoe event at Hanaka'o'o Beach Park (Canoe Beach) 6 mile round trip race.
$100/crew. All proceeds go towards finishing NKE's koa canoe
Special Keiki event and island all-star/grudge matches
 
Contact [email protected] or call Hans (808) 250-­?2312 for details
Ka'anapali Coast Races begin at 9am (finaldivisions decided upon interest on race day)
UPDATED RACES
1st race: Novice Women, Masters Divisions, 18 & under, 'Ohana Division
2nd race: Novice Men, Open Women
3rd race: Open Men, Island All Stars

The Maui Nui Canoe Race is an ambitious undertaking that will challenge the skill and endurance of all participants. With over 100 miles of paddling this race will span a length of 3 days. At an affordable price this is not only a great value but will one day garner interest from ocean enthusiasts around the globe.
October 21, 22 and 23, 2011
The MAUI NUI CANOE RACE committee is limiting the entries to FIFTY(50) crews to participate in this year’s event on a first come first serve basis.
Divisions: Men / Women
Classifications: Open / V6 / Masters 40+ / Masters 50+
Intent to Participate is ready to go! Please sign and forward your fees accordingly. Look forward to hearing from you! Click on the link Download

March 8, 9, & 10. 2012. 3 days, 3 Islands, $50,000 prize purse. www.olamaurace.com

3rd Annual Ke'ehi Ironman Challenge - Hawaii Kai to Ke'ehi Lagoon. July 30, 2011, 8:30am. Lunch, beverages, awards, entertainment and t-shirts. Turn in your intent form early for a price break on the entrance fee & guaranteed t-shirts, or pre-register in person for the lower entrance fee on Friday, July 29th, 4-7pm, Ke'ehi Lagoon halau.
Contact 699-6297 for more information.

Santa Barbara State Sprint Championships
Location: Santa Barbara, California
Hosted By: Santa Barbara Outrigger Canoe Club

Catalina US Championships
Location: Newport Beach & Avalon, California
Hosted By: Offshore Outrigger Canoe Club & SCORA

Manu O Ke Kai Canoe Club Ocean Challenge
Hoping for conditions similar to last year (excellent!) but guarantee another nuts award party with the band!
Saturday - July 30, 2011
Sunset Beach to Haleiwa (approximately 8 miles)
Cost: $30.00 per person. Includes shirt, awards, and lunch.
Crafts: Choice your weapon:
OC-1: Men/Women (19 and under, 20 - 29, 30 - 39, 40 - 49, 50 - 59, and Kupuna)
- top 3 men/women OC1 finishers will fall into open divisions

 Rudderless: Men/Women

 OC2: Men/Women

 Surfski: Men/Women

 SUP: 12’6/14’/16’ Men/Women

Registration: 8:00am – 10:30am at the Manu O Ke Kai Canoe Club (between the Haleiwa Rainbow Bridge and Surf ‘n Sea).
Race starts at Sunset Beach: SUP - 11:00am, everybody else – 11:10am
Lunch, awards party at Manu O Ke Kai Canoe Club side afterwards.

Aloha. Although there are still negotiations in progress on some format changes for the Duke Race, we can say that the race from Kailua Beach Park to Anuenue site is on for Sunday August 21, 2011. More to follow on classes and divisions for this race and the traditional iron race. Stay tuned.

This Year's Race is Sunday June 26th, 2011.
Register now as a solo or race team member.
Two great races this year! The Round Bowen
Challenge is a 32 kilometer race around Bowen
Island..open to surfskis and outriggers as solo OR
2 PERSON relay team.
Our SUP race (shorter)will start after the main
race. see the website for more details on ferries,
start times and sponsors.
GET YOUR TEAMS TOGETHER AND JOIN US ON BOWEN FOR
THE "FUNNEST" SMALL BOAT RACE OF THE SEASON.
SALMON BBQ, BEER, PRIZES AND yes, FUN!
HOW WILL YOU COMPLETE THIS YEAR'S CHALLENGE??

Greetings from Ke Kai O’Uhane Outrigger Canoe Club, hosts for the upcoming Memorial Day Hoe Wa’a. We cannot wait to welcome our NCOCA and visiting clubs to Del Monte beach.
4-8 Mile, Novice and Open Class OC6 and OC1-2 Long Distance races, 2 days in Monterey, CA
http://kekaiouhane.org/assets/forms/memorialday/memday_cover.htm
Leah Gowron, Ke Kai Long Distance Coach/Race Coordinator
[email protected]
831-915-5644

Aloha Paddlers!
Please take a minute to log onto our new website:
kaiopua.org
Check it out...you’ll probably spend more than a minute there because it’s really big, beautiful and much improved.
Make sure you link to the Queen Liliuokalani Race info. 2011 is the 40th Anniversary of this classic race weekend....the signature long distance race on Saturday, the multitude of triangle races on Sunday and the Alii Challenge on Monday (Labor Day). And there’s all the other events...cultural fair...torchlight parade...concert...awards and luau.
If your club is considering coming, register as soon as you can. This will be a big year! If you are coming from out of state and need to borrow a canoe, only by registering and paying your entry fees will put you on the list for a guaranteed loan of a canoe. If you are coming from from inter-island, please make plans to book your canoe shipping well in advance.
We look forward to seeing you in Kona!

The 12th annual pre-season Kala'iomalulani Canoe Race will be another pre-season teaser. The 2010 race was a success and we're predicting the same in 2011. The Long Course will start in Kailua and finish at He'eia Kea Pier. The Short Course will start at He'eia Kea Pier, will continue toward Kualoa and back into Kahalu'u Pier (weather permitting for both courses). The short course will be for the womens, juniors and mixed crews. Don't forget the "'Ono" food Keahiakahoe is know for. We would like to extend an open invitation to all canoe clubs who may be interested in taking part in this highly competitive race.
We will invite all clubs to bring down the juniors in their clubs to join in the Keiki Race to be held at the Keahiakahoe Canoe Club race site. Registration is a small $50 per crew and also includes awards and lunch.
*MORE INFORMATION LOG ONTO WWW.KEAHIAKAHOE.COM

Main event: May 7, 2011
Registration Dinner: May 6, 2011
Warm up Race: May 5, 2011
www.kauaiworldchallenge.org

Races for OC6, OC2, OC1, Open 4, and Fun Races for the Keiki (under 15)
This is an Education & Cultural Grant Scholarship Fundraiser of the Na ‘Ohana O Na Hui Wa‘a Association.
Vendor Booths available at $25, $50, and $75. Bring/set-up your own tent.
Come join the fun and competition; all for a good cause.