New Hope Canoe Club

"New Hope Canoe Club Now On Facebook!"

2010-01-30T07:55:00.001-10:00

http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/pages/New-Hope-Canoe-Club-Ministry/276217432579?v=wall&ref=nf

Aloha

2009-10-13T11:11:00.003-10:00

Crew,

It's hard putting away something you love doing, but when God calls you on to pursue other works and things for you to concentrate on, you listen because He knows what is best, and that he'll take care of the hole in your heart as time goes by.

Thank you so much for the privilege, honor, and pleasure of serving you for four years as the e-mail list keeper, and web/blog guy. We've tried to keep it light, interesting, and as streamlined as possible so that it would always be "kanu klub news you can use for all of yous."

Thank you for the many contributors who have joined in this push to keep you informed and entertained at the same time such as photographers George Hom and Joel Olegario, just to name a few. Mahalo guys.

Honestly, I really don't know when a blog is shut down due to non-activity. There is a ton of photo links dating back to 2007, which we hope you will revisit soon should you desire to have photos and/or my graphic work which all belongs to our beloved canoe club and you.

I'll check in on the blog from time to time, perhaps that will help keep it in cyber perpetuity, or not...

Most of all, thank you Colleen, my beautiful wife.

I met and fell in love with you during the 2004 paddling season, and you have been the inspiration for me to find and share God through my camera's lenses, pen, brush, and computer keyboard. Thank you Co, I love you.

Thank you Jesus for all you have done for me, and for all of the extraordinary people I have met in and outside of the New Hope Canoe Club along the way since 2003.

On behalf of the New Hope Canoe Club Cyber Kanu Web Crew Class of 2004, 2007, 2008, 2009, Uncle Hut, Kaptain Kaneohe, and myself,

GodSpeed!

Your Friend,

Byron

P.S. For those of you who would like to tag along and pick up some kanu klub news you can use (and muse) for all of yous, FB me at facebook.com/kaptain.kaneohe

"Watch This Year's Moloka'i Hoe Live!"

2009-10-06T18:39:00.000-10:00

http://molokaihoe.org/Default.asp

"L & L"

2009-10-06T14:43:00.002-10:00

Welcome Home Larry!

Back from Iraq.

Congratulations Lono!

Grandpa Goo.

Thank you Jesus!

For fine men such as these.

"Shell Va'a"

2009-10-05T22:24:00.000-10:00

"Festivals of Aloha"

2009-10-04T20:18:00.001-10:00

Thu Oct 08 @06:30PM - 10:00PM Molokai Investiture and Kupuna Show
Fri Oct 09 @06:30PM - 10:00PM Molokai, Festivals of Aloha, Youth Night
Sat Oct 10 @09:00AM - Molokai, Parade and Hoolaulea

"2009 New Hope Canoe Club Na Wahine O Ke Kai Paddling Team"

2009-09-30T00:12:00.002-10:00

"Henry Ayau"

2009-09-21T13:32:00.004-10:00

Special Bonus! Queen Liliuokalani Photos from our friend and pro photographer Michael Lee!

http://www.leecaptures.com/Events/Queen-Lilio-09

“It’s nice to know that once upon a time, one could declare on prime time TV that our nation is God’s, and was applauded for it.” -Kathy DeVos

2009-09-21T12:41:00.003-10:00

F.R.O.G.

2009-09-21T11:13:00.001-10:00

F.R.O.G.

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"Best Wishes!"

2009-09-19T22:08:00.001-10:00

"NHCC NWOKK Flashback 2004"

2009-09-19T01:30:00.001-10:00

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"do whatcha gotta do"

2009-09-16T18:05:00.000-10:00

Make a Smilebox slideshow

2009 E Lau Hoe NHCC Photos

2009-09-14T23:00:00.001-10:00

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"E Lau Hoe Joy"

2009-09-14T14:44:00.002-10:00

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"Never Forget"

2009-09-11T19:27:00.001-10:00

"Congratulations!"

2009-09-08T08:15:00.009-10:00

Bringing Home The Silver

Wearing their silver medals all the way home from Kona, NHCC paddlers Arlene Iwano and Melissa Hill who were invited to jump in with the Keaukaha Canoe Club's 50 Masters Women's Crew (w/water changes) in the 38th Annual Queen Lili'uokalani Canoe Race captured 2nd place in their division.

Fun under a blistering sun.

Congrats to all of our NHCC kane and wahine paddlers on a job well done.

It's A Family Affair

NHCC Paddler Jennifer Gayle married Justin Moniz this past Sunday at Ko Olina. Both Jennifer and Justin's mums (Colleen Ballesteros Ono and Bernie Moniz) are long time NHCC paddlers too! Justin's sister Jiana (NHCC Na 'Opio paddler) served as one of Jennifer's bridesmaids.

Best wishes Mr. and Mrs. Justin and Jennifer Moniz!

"Ask Uncle Hut"

2009-08-31T00:11:00.001-10:00

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Na Pali Photos Vol. VI of VI

2009-08-28T18:41:00.001-10:00

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"Na Pali Photos Vol. V"

2009-08-26T23:17:00.001-10:00

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"Kailua Bay Iron Man Challenge Race Results"

2009-08-25T12:16:00.002-10:00

http://www.y2kanu.com/htm/09_Oahu/OHCRA/kailua_bay_iron.htm

"Make Your Free Paddling Photo Collage @ Walgreens Tomorrow"

2009-08-25T09:40:00.001-10:00

"Kailua Canoe Club Ironman NHCC Photos From George Hom"

2009-08-25T01:07:00.004-10:00

From: George Hom

God expressed His power of the wind and the waves at Kailua Beach this day.

Six brave crews started this race. Only five finished. Everyone returned safely.

God is faithful!

Congratulations to the 40 Men who finished in the top 10.

God bless you!

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"Team Bradley captures Dad Center women's long distance canoe race"

2009-08-23T23:59:00.003-10:00

http://www.honoluluadvertiser.com/article/20090824/SPORTS13/908240335/Bradley+still+the+team+to+beat

"Happy Birthday Hawai'i!"

2009-08-21T23:43:00.001-10:00

http://www.honoluluadvertiser.com/section/statehood

"Come Worship The Son @ 96701" New Hope Aiea

2009-08-20T13:40:00.003-10:00

Pastor (and our own New Hope Canoe Club paddler) John Tilton laid out "God's Plan" at New Hope Aiea's first of four church launch meetings which began this past Tuesday evening.

Join us next Tuesday night to hear Pastor Rod Shimabukuro speak on "Developing Servant Leaders."

"Duke Race Photo Collage"

2009-08-19T01:05:00.002-10:00

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"Race News Coverage"

2009-08-17T08:06:00.002-10:00

http://www.honoluluadvertiser.com/article/20090817/SPORTS13/908170333/Outrigger+Canoe+Club+continues+solid+ride

All Canoes/Pos. #/Club/Category/Time

1 14 Outrigger Open 2:48:50
2 80 Team Primo Open 2:49:23
3 9 Hui Lanakila Open 2:51:46
4 1 Lanikai Open 2:53:57
5 10 Hui Lanakila Open 2:58:14
6 6 Kailua Open 3:01:07
7 8 Imua Open 3:03:16
8 4 Healani Open 3:04:49
9 17 Waikiki Beach Boys Open 3:05:11
10 72 Leeward Kai Open 3:08:29
11 5 Kailua Open 3:10:48
12 3 Lanikai Open 3:12:06
13 12 Hui Lanakila Open 3:14:43
14 27 Kailua 50’s 3:16:47
15 11 Hui Nalu 40’s 3:16:55
16 15 Outrigger Open 3:17:23
17 13 Hui Lanakila Open 3:18:02
18 2 Lanikai Open 3:20:53
19 51 Keahiakahoe 55’s 3:21:05
20 24 Anuenue 40’s 3:24:41
21 22 Waikiki Beach Boys Open 3:26:07
22 58 Healani Open 3:26:49
23 21 Waikiki Beach Boys Open 3:28:08
24 52 Waikiki Surf Club Open 3:30:52
25 54 New Hope Open 3:32:59
26 25 Anuenue Open 3:33:58
27 16 Outrigger Open 3:34:43
28 59 Healani Open 3:34:57
29 55 Lokahi Open 3:35:43
30 50 Lanikai Open 3:36:05
31 70 Kailua 40’s 3:37:04
32 65 Kailua Open 3:38:34
33 75 Honolulu Pearl Open 3:40:55
34 23 Hui Nalu Open 3:41:48
35 74 Kailua Open 3:50:12
36 78 Kamamalahoe Open 3:50:15
37 69 Kai Oni Open 3:51:32
38 71 Outrigger 55’s 3:57:27
39 56 Lokahi Open 3:59:27
40 53 New Hope Open 4:02:50
41 73 Waikiki Yacht Club Open 4:05:09
42 63 Waimanalo 40’s DNF

Looking for wahine results. If you know the link please share. Mahalo!

"Duke Kahanamoku NHCC Photos From George Hom"

2009-08-17T00:54:00.001-10:00

http://www.honoluluadvertiser.com/article/20090816/BREAKING02/90816032/Outrigger+captures+Duke+Kahanamoku+Long+Distance+paddling+race

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"Scene-stealing Canadian squirrel crashes NHCC paddling crew photo"

2009-08-17T00:11:00.004-10:00

"Duke Kahanamoku Race"

2009-08-17T00:06:00.003-10:00

Thank you Lanikai Canoe Club for a great day of Hawaiian outrigger canoe racing for all to enjoy!

"NHCC Na Pali Challenge Photos Vol. IV"

2009-08-15T20:51:00.005-10:00

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"Na Pali Challenge Race Results"

2009-08-15T02:43:00.003-10:00

http://www.gicra.com/Napali_Challenge/2009%20Results.html

"Coach Blane"

2009-08-15T00:40:00.004-10:00

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"Kauai Kanu"

2009-08-14T12:09:00.003-10:00

"NHCC Na Pali Challenge Photos Vol. III"

2009-08-13T22:32:00.001-10:00

"Faith Like Potatoes"

2009-08-13T00:18:00.003-10:00

Where There's Love, There's Hope

"NHCC Na Pali Challenge Photos Vol. II"

2009-08-12T23:53:00.003-10:00

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"NHCC Na Pali Challenge Photos Vol. I"

2009-08-11T23:39:00.005-10:00

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"Paddling with an Aloha Spirit"

2009-08-11T19:56:00.001-10:00

http://www.adventuresportsjournal.com/html/Articles/49/outrigger.htm

"Kauai Kollage"

2009-08-11T17:58:00.002-10:00

"On The Water - E Kaupe (Reach Out)"

2009-08-07T01:18:00.004-10:00

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"40 Days of LOVE"

2009-08-06T10:57:00.002-10:00

"Disaster Supply Kit Checklist"

2009-08-06T09:25:00.000-10:00

http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/HAW2/english/prepare/supply_kit.shtml

"Hurricane Felicia" (Live Track)

2009-08-06T01:55:00.001-10:00

http://www.honoluluadvertiser.com/section/hurricane

"Calling All Women"

2009-08-05T14:12:00.003-10:00

Aloha Paddlers,

Just wanted to share with you some upcoming events with the Women’s Ministry.

New Hope O'ahu Woman's Ministry is having our first ever Woman's Ministry Missions Brunch at the Lead Center, 290 Sand Island Road on Saturday, August 8! Our exciting guest speaker will be Darlene Cunningham, who, together with her husband Loren, founded Youth With a Mission (YWAM) over 30 years ago and has been involved in missions work ever since.

She'll be giving us miraculous reports about what God is doing around the world, and we'll hear testimonies from four inspiring missionaries. The cost for this delicious brunch and wonderful program is only $15. We'll also be taking an offering to bless our missionaries. Please don't miss this beautiful, uplifting morning.

Tomorrow, Thursday is the last day for registration. Please consider joining us by emailing Cheyanne, roxyann811@yahoo.com to save your spot.

http://www.enewhope.org/news/000500/index.php

You’ve been serving tirelessly and selflessly in ministry, are you looking for the next level? Would you like to find a place to hear the Word of God from a woman’s perspective? I strongly believe that we can continue to serve Him with excellence if we can find that safe place to learn to become more like Jesus. Women in the Word has successfully been bringing women closer to Him through the Tuesday evening studies. Please prayerfully consider joining us. This may be the opportunity to fulfill your discipleship needs.

Women in the Word Bible study begins Tuesday, August 11, 6:30 at the LEAD Center. Come and for the study and fellowship. No preregistration necessary.

This 7 week study is called “Snapshots of Jesus”

If you had a photo album, full of snapshots of Jesus, what would He look like? Cameras weren’t around when Jesus walked the earth, but for centuries, artists have painted Him, based on word-pictures given in the Bible.

For example, you might have seen a rendering of Jesus, carrying a lamb on His shoulders, since He called Himself “the Good Shepherd” and invites us to think of Him in that way. Perhaps you’ve seen a painting of Jesus with a glowing halo, carrying a lantern to light the darkness, inspired by His statement “I am the Light of the World.”

In this course, we’ll be studying six verbal “snapshots” of Jesus taken from the Scriptures. As we study each one, we want to focus on the reality behind the image and get to know Him better and allow Him to minister to us.

Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns.

With you, serving Him,

arlene

"Take The Challenge"

2009-08-04T20:24:00.004-10:00

http://www.gicra.com/Napali_Challenge/NapaliChallenge.html

Best wishes to our four New Hope Canoe Club paddling crews who will be competing in this Saturday's Na Pali Challenge on Kauai.

"Hearts for Jesus"

2009-08-04T01:08:00.001-10:00

Make a Smilebox slideshow

"Paddling Party Pics"

2009-08-03T11:01:00.001-10:00

"Race Results for HCRA State Championship"

2009-08-02T00:21:00.001-10:00

http://hcrapaddler.com/members/hcra_results.php?view=byevent&rid=151

"Imagine Your Life without Fear by Max Lucado"

2009-07-30T14:32:00.002-10:00

A strain of Asian flu is boarding flights out of China. The plague of our day, terrorism, begins with the word terror. We fear being sued, finishing last, going broke; we fear the mole on the back, the new kid on the block, the sound of the clock as it ticks us closer to the grave. We sophisticate investment plans, create elaborate security systems, and legislate stronger military, yet we depend on mood-altering drugs more than any other generation in history.

Fear, it seems, has taken a hundred-year lease on the building next door and set up shop. Oversize and rude, fear is unwilling to share the heart with happiness. Happiness complies. Do you ever see the two together? Can one be happy and afraid at the same time? Clear thinking and afraid? Confident and afraid? Merciful and afraid? No. Fear is the big bully in the high school hallway: brash, loud, and unproductive. For all the noise fear makes and room it takes, fear does little good.

“Jesus was sleeping” (v. 24 ncv).Now there’s a scene. The disciples scream; Jesus dreams. Thunder roars; Jesus snores. He doesn’t doze, catnap, or rest. He slumbers. Could you sleep at a time like this? Could you snooze during a roller coaster loop-the-loop? In a wind tunnel? At a kettledrum concert? Jesus sleeps through all three at once! Mark’s gospel adds two curious details: “[ Jesus] was in the stern, asleep on a pillow” (Mark 4:38). In the stern, on a pillow. Why the first? From whence came the second?

First-century fishermen used large, heavy seine nets for their work. They stored the nets in a nook that was built into the stern for this purpose. Sleeping upon the stern deck was impractical. It provided no space or protection. The small compartment beneath the stern, however, provided both. It was the most enclosed and only protected part of the boat. So Christ, a bit dozy from the day’s activities, crawled beneath the deck to get some sleep.

He rested his head, not on a fluffy feather pillow, but on a leather sandbag. A ballast bag. Mediterranean fishermen still use them. They weigh about a hundred pounds and are used to ballast, or stabilize, the boat. Did Jesus take the pillow to the stern so he could sleep, or sleep so soundly that someone rustled him up the pillow? We don’t know. But this much we do know. This was a premeditated slumber. He didn’t accidentally nod off. In full knowledge of the coming storm, Jesus decided it was siesta time, so he crawled into the corner, put his head on the pillow, and drifted into dreamland.

His snooze troubles the disciples. Matthew and Mark record their responses as three staccato Greek pronouncements and one question. The pronouncements: “Lord! Save! Dying!” (Matt. 8:25). The question: “Teacher, do You not care that we are perishing?” (Mark 4:38). They do not ask about Jesus’ strength: “Can you still the storm?” His knowledge: “Are you aware of the storm?” Or his know-how: “Do you have any experience with storms?” But rather, they raise doubts about Jesus’ character: “Do you not care . . . ”Fear does this. Fear corrodes our confidence in God’s goodness. We begin to wonder if love lives in heaven. If God can sleep in our storms, if his eyes stay shut when our eyes grow wide, if he permits storms after we get on his boat, does he care?

Fear unleashes a swarm of doubts, anger-stirring doubts. And it turns us into control freaks. “Do something about the storm!” is the implicit demand of the question. “Fix it or . . . or . . . or else!” Fear, at its center, is a perceived loss of control. When life spins wildly, we grab for a component of life we can manage: our diet, the tidiness of a house, the armrest of a plane, or, in many cases, people. The more insecure we feel, the meaner we become. We growl and bare our fangs. Why? Because we are bad? In part. But also because we feel cornered.

Jesus takes our fears seriously. The one statement he made more than any other was this: don’t be afraid.

Fear will always knock on your door. Just don’t invite it in for dinner, and for heaven’s sake don’t offer it a bed for the night. Let’s embolden our hearts with a select number of Jesus’ “do not fear” statements. Fear may fill our world, but it doesn’t have to fill our hearts.

"Congratulations & Best Wishes!"

2009-07-30T12:35:00.002-10:00

"Mahalo Nui Loa"

2009-07-29T18:08:00.000-10:00

Aloha!

A big mahalo from Lee and I to the whole club for your wonderful participation this past weekend with the 3 fundraising activities. The Koala Moa Chicken Sale this past Saturday from 7:00am to 2:30pm led by Lynn Akeo and Joanne Tano (1,467 chickens cooked!). Also on Saturday at 10:00am, 400 chicken plates were prepared for the "Spirit of Aloha" volunteers led by Arlene and Laurie with their team which included Pastor Rod's wife and Aaron's Kitchen at the Dole Cannery. Much mahalos! Coach Blane and Sam for helping to transfer equipment and the setting up at 3:00pm for the services at Farrington after leaving the Koala Moa site. And again the many paddlers that came that night to help to serve in the food booth. We shut down at 9:00pm that night. And lastly, all the help again on Sunday morning with the set up, serving and breakdown of the food booth during and after the 3 services were completed. People helped from 6:00am until 1:30pm. (450 plates sold) Excellent paddling outside of the canoe. It was encouraging and uplifting to see everyone having fun and working hard at the Koala Moa site. The racing that was going on under the chicken bagging tent was crazy. Still not sure who got Gold or Silver. The bonding and fellowship was heartwarming. The hospitality tent set up by Kehau Bishaw and the 50 women and our wonderful servant waitress in Janice Love who made sure that everyone had something to eat and drink throughout the day. The shuttling of workers coming in and leaving the site was stellar. Even the owners of the Koala Moa site were impressed and it gave them an idea of how to do things better at the site because of the parking and congestion problems. Mahalo again Laurie for making all of this possible. Finally, Uncle George Hom for being who you are and for all that you do for us to remind us of what's important and holding us all accountable to our mission statement. "Paddling with Him, and you, in His canoe!" ...Coaches Cy and Lee Kalama

"Chicken 4 Everyone"

2009-07-26T11:32:00.000-10:00

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"Hokule'a on Makai"

2009-07-26T06:05:00.006-10:00

"Chicken-2-Go!"

2009-07-25T19:32:00.006-10:00

"These Paddlers Rock!"

2009-07-23T01:43:00.002-10:00

"Canoe Club Chicken Pick-Up Reminder"

2009-07-22T22:18:00.001-10:00

"Dance In The Rain"

2009-07-21T15:42:00.003-10:00

"Go NHCC Novice B Wahine!"

2009-07-20T19:30:00.004-10:00

Congratulations and Best Wishes at the State Championships at Hilo Bay on Saturday, August 1st!

Photo by George Hom

"Hilo Or Bust!"

2009-07-20T12:55:00.003-10:00

"Congratulations Kailua Canoe Club!"

2009-07-20T02:33:00.008-10:00

New Hope Canoe Club's 40 Women racing to a 3rd Place Finish in the 2009 OHCRA Championships, and a berth in the HCRA State Championships at Hilo Bay on August 1st!

Congratulations to Kailua Canoe Club, winner of the 2009 OHCRA Championships, Ke'ehi Lagoon Beach Park, Sunday, July 19, 2009.

OHCRA Championships Results

http://www.ohcra.com/MZ2009upload/OHCRA_results_July_19_2009.pdf

Photos & Message from George Hom

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The Lord again blessed our canoe club with two third place finishes, (the Novice B Women and the 40 Women). In all, three crews (add the 55 Mix Masters) qualified to go to the HCRA Championships on August 1, 2009 in Hilo. Let's continue to embrace His joy in us as we end our regatta season and prepare for distance. God bless you!

“Congratulations”

2009-07-18T00:55:00.001-10:00

Congratulations to all of our paddlers on another terrific regatta paddling season.

2009-07-16T00:57:00.002-10:00

"NHCC Kaupiko Regatta Photos From Joel Olegario"

2009-07-14T05:20:00.005-10:00

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"NHCC Kaupiko Regatta Photos From George Hom"

2009-07-13T13:50:00.000-10:00

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"OHCRA Championships This Sunday"

2009-07-13T12:00:00.006-10:00

The 2009 OHCRA Championships are upon us!

Treat your family and friends this Sunday at Ke'ehi Lagoon Beach Park to a field day of great races, ono grindz', good times, and exclusive OHCRA Championship logo wear and gear (they make for great stocking stuffers at Christmastime).

Green Flag!

-Uncle Hut

"John D. Kaupiko Regatta"

2009-07-12T22:17:00.001-10:00

"NY NHCC Liberty Challenge Race Photos From Chad Brownstein"

2009-07-08T13:13:00.000-10:00

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"Remaining Races For 2009"

2009-07-08T10:03:00.003-10:00

7/12/09
John D. Kaupiko Regatta
Hui Nalu CC
Keehi Lagoon

7/19/09
O.H.C.R.A. Championships
OHCRA
Keehi Lagoon

8/01/09
STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
HCRA
HILO BAY

Long Distance Races:

8/09/09
Kaena Challenge
Makaha CC
Sunset Beach Park to Makaha Beach

8/16/09
Duke Kahanamoku Race
Lanikai CC
Kailua Beach Park to Hilton Pier

8/22/09
Kailua Bay Iron Men
Kailua CC
Kailua Beach Park

8/23/09
Dad Center Race (Women)
Outrigger CC
Kailua Beach Park to Outrigger CC

9/13/09
E Lau Hoe (Women)
OHCRA
Maunalua Bay to Nanakuli Beach Park

9/20/09
Henry Ayau Memorial Race (Men)
Hui Lanakila CC
Maunalua Bay to Nanakuli Beach Park

10/11/09
MOLOKA'I HOE
OHCRA
MOLOKA'I to O'AHU

OTHER - (Non-Sanctioned)

9/27/09
NA WAHINE O KE KAI
NA WAHINE
MOLOKAI – O'AHU

"MacFarlane Regatta Photo From Joel Olegario"

2009-07-07T19:24:00.002-10:00

"More Waimanalo & Waikiki Photos From Joel & George"

2009-07-07T18:22:00.002-10:00

Photography by Joel Olegario

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Photography by George Hom

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"2009 Regatta Pa'ina Sign Up"

2009-07-05T22:24:00.005-10:00

Let’s Celebrate the
end of the
2009 Regatta Season!

Who: All NHCC Recreational and Competitive Paddlers and their Ohana
What: 2009 Regatta Pa’ina (Hawaiian Dinner will be served!)
Where: The New Hope L.E.A.D. Center on Sand Island Access Road
When: Sunday, August 2nd @ 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $10 for children 18 and under; $15 Adults

Please sign up amlongb8000@hawaii.rr.com as soon as you can for a head count by 17 Jul.
Please turn in payment by July 26th. Checks made out to NHCC.

"The Best 4th of July Ever"

2009-07-02T19:29:00.002-10:00

You pray a lot, you worry, you pray even harder, you cry out to God and ask him to look over your son, please Lord bring him home to us safe and sound.

The days turn into weeks, the weeks into months, and then you get the call, a familiar yet different voice, he's home on American soil! All praise be to God! Now he's far from a country which ends in a 'stan, just in time for the 4th of July.

Free from worry, free from pain, our airman is home, and this will be the best 4th of July ever!

Police warn of cell phone ban - Hawaii News - Starbulletin.com

2009-06-30T00:40:00.001-10:00

Police warn of cell phone ban - Hawaii News - Starbulletin.com

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"Waimanalo Regatta Memories From George Udabomb' Hom"

2009-06-29T19:14:00.003-10:00

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2009-06-28T23:18:00.001-10:00

"Welcome Home"

2009-06-25T21:18:00.004-10:00

Kyle, Kay, Daniel, and Sara Lum are moving back to O'ahu after six wonderful years on Moloka'i.

As they prepare to bid a fond aloha to the New Hope Moloka'i Oceanside Retreat, they need our help in finding a place to live come August 1st.

If you have a referral to offer, please e-mail me at paddlehard.orgohome@yahoo.com , and I will be sure that he gets it.

On behalf of the Lum Ohana, thank-you, thank-you, thank-you, and God bless you!

-Uncle Hut

"The Home Stretch"

2009-06-25T11:44:00.002-10:00

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"George Hom Father's Day Regatta Memories"

2009-06-25T09:52:00.002-10:00

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"Nanakuli Photos from Joel Olegario!"

2009-06-24T21:09:00.003-10:00

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"Leeward Kai Father's Day Regatta Results"

2009-06-23T00:51:00.002-10:00

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"Leeward Kai Father's Day Regatta Photos From George Hom"

2009-06-22T23:54:00.005-10:00

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2009-06-20T00:56:00.001-10:00

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2009-06-19T23:23:00.001-10:00

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"Congratulations Tiffany and Matt Sadoyama"

2009-06-19T22:04:00.001-10:00

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"NHCC Bio on Teams of Liberty 2009 Website"

2009-06-19T06:09:00.004-10:00

New Hope Canoe Club
Hometown: Honolulu, HawaiiClub Established: 1999Visit New Hope Canoe Club Website

Team Name: New Hope-Ekahi and New Hope-Elua Competing in: Mixed Open Division
New Hope Canoe Club Ministry began in 1999 with a mission, to “Reaching the world paddling HIS canoe with ALOHA that glorifies GOD!” We welcome all ages and levels of paddlers. Our sponsor is New Hope Christian Fellowship Church, http://www.enewhope.org/ . Pastor Wayne Cordeiro, Senior Pastor, also enjoys the sport of paddling. The two crews entering the Liberty Challenge is also looking forward to performing at the Pa’ina (celebration gathering) Luau scheduled after the race.

"King Kamehameha NHCC Photos From Joel Olegario"

2009-06-17T22:43:00.002-10:00

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"You Are Loved"

2009-06-16T21:11:00.005-10:00

You are loved.

God loves you, and he will never forsake you, no matter how dark and lonely the world may sometimes seem.

We love you.

You have a lot of brothers- and sisters-in-Christ who are here for you. To laugh, cry, pray, and play with too!

If your heart is breaking, and you need someone to love on you this Father's Day, come to our New Hope Canoe Club tent on Nanakuli Beach this Sunday, where someone will invariably greet you with a smile and a hug, a place where God's children are always welcome.

"Nanakuli to New York"

2009-06-15T23:11:00.006-10:00

Or, from "The Big Pineapple to the Big Apple"

As our paddlers prepare for this Sunday's Leeward Kai Father's Day Regatta, another group of our paddlers are also ready to start spreading the (good) news in the city that's so nice, they named it twice - New York, New York!

It's the first time we've entered this race, and we can't wait to hear how cool it was to paddle in the 2009 Liberty World Outrigger Competition on Saturday, June 27.

God Speed New Hope New York paddlers, and give our regards to Broadway!

"THE FISH Splashdown At Sea Life Park"

2009-06-15T22:16:00.002-10:00

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"King Kamehameha Regatta Photos From George Hom"

2009-06-15T20:13:00.003-10:00

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From: George Hom

The Kai 'elua is back on the water thanks to the tireless work of Luana.

Our canoe club thanked her by singing a thank you song (chicken skin moment).

God guided our crews. More crews qualified for the 4th of July race at Waikiki Beach. What a wonderful day at Kailua Beach.

God bless you!

"Great Race Day Photos From Joel"

2009-06-09T20:06:00.004-10:00

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"161"

2009-06-08T22:50:00.004-10:00

161 action-packed, fun-filled, nail-biting, and heart smiling photos

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"Clement D. Pa'aina Regatta Race News Articles and Results"

2009-06-08T07:07:00.009-10:00

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"Clement D. Pa’aina Regatta Memories"

2009-06-07T22:13:00.002-10:00

"Congrats All '09 Grads!"

2009-06-06T22:20:00.004-10:00

"Canoe Club News For All Of Yous"

2009-06-04T22:36:00.002-10:00

The 2009 O'ahu Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association regatta season begins this Sunday, June 7th, at the Ke'ehi Lagoon Beach Park (Clement D. Pa’aina Regatta).

From dawn-2-dusk, canoe race day at Ke'ehi is like no other.

Come one, come all, and treat yourself, ohana, and friends to a sweet day of fun in the bright and beautiful Hawaiian sun. Memories to last a lifetime.

Best wishes to all of our New Hope Canoe Club racers, we'll be cheering for you from start to finsih!

GOD-Built, FAITH-Driven.

Your 2009 NHCC Cyber Kanu "In HIS Kanu With U'!" Blog Crew

P.S. Why wait until Sunday for the fun to begin? It's a "Spirit of Aloha" weekend starting with a free concert tomorrow night!

Spirit Of Aloha Celebration Weekend June 5, 6, 7
Be a part of the fun at New Hope Oahu's annual "Spirit of Aloha" weekend Celebration at the University of Hawaii's Stan Sheriff Arena. Friday, June 5th... Free concert featuring award-winning Christian artist Tommy Walker and new artist Anne Gilbert. Doors open at 6:00PM / Concert begins at 7:00PM. Joining the concert will be New Hope's praise & worship band and dance teams, together with a 100+ member choir.Then Saturday and Sunday, hear an inspirational message from Pastor Wayne Cordeiro. Service times are Saturday, June 6 at 6:00 PM and Sunday June 7th at 8:00AM & 11:00AM. This year we will also be presenting awards in recognition of a few random acts of kindness performed by members of our community. The chosen recipients have displayed the true heart of serving the people of O'ahu.This is a weekend you won't want to miss! For more information call the church office at 842-4242 or log onto www.enewhope.org

P.S.S. Aloha to Paddler's Inn in Kaunakakai, Moloka'i. We just heard that tomorrow is closing day. Besides the great food we've eaten at your restaurant over the years, you've warmly welcomed Na Wahine O Ke Kai and Moloka'i Hoe paddlers from around the world, offering each and every one a home away from home. Where will all of those great yesteryear paddling pics which now hang on the walls end up?

"Paddler's Skin Care 101"

2009-06-04T22:25:00.002-10:00

So beautiful, to be out on the water on a gorgeous sunny day, blue skies, trade winds, catching swells, and feeling “the glide” when you paddle together, yeah?

So, with all those good things to enjoy, you may not give much thought to skin care. But you should! There was a time in the ‘60’s and 70’s when tans were in vogue and pale people would soak up all the rays they could, deliberately adding some kind of tanning oil to accelerate the sun’s effects. Just look around- you’ll see plenty from those days, and the skin on many looks a bit, ah, “high mileage.”

Dr. Amanda Haley did a survey of paddling related injuries in 2007 for paddlers on Oahu. So this applies to us! She reported significant issues with skin: 7.5% of paddlers had sunburn severe enough to require medical attention, 6% had pre-cancerous lesions, and nearly 3% had skin cancers. She didn’t ask about wrinkles and accelerated aging, would have been plenty!

So there are 3 main reasons for concern:

1) Risk of sunburn. We’ve probably all had a bit of reddening and local discomfort somewhere along the line, but sunburn can be far worse than that. Extensive or severe exposure involves loss of fluids, reduced ability to regulate your body’s temperature, and may be associated with heat exhaustion. And it can sneak up on you. By the time you feel the pain, the damage is already done. Plus the long term damage even after the immediate symptoms resolve.
2) Risk of skin cancer. All the skin cancers are associated with sunburn and sun exposure: Basal cell cancer, squamous cell cancer, and the far deadlier melanomas.
3) Accelerated aging. Maybe you aren’t worried about this now, or figure this only applies to haoles. But in fact, chronic sun exposure even short of sunburn causes dark spots, wrinkles, and other problems. Sometimes these show up at a surprisingly young age, even for those blessed with brown skin from the start.

Sun exposure “goes with the territory” when paddling in Hawaii. This is a daytime sport, so whether on the water in the canoe or on the beach, there’s sunshine. Even on a cloudy day, plenty of ultraviolet rays come through. So what are you to do? Here’s my top 10 tips to avoid sun related problems:

1) Use sunscreen. Seriously. Even the brown guys. Lots of it. Apply to any and all areas that are sun exposed, preferably before you go out in the sun. Half an hour before exposure is not too early. But if you forget to apply early, put it on as soon as you can. Use at least SPF-30, and SPF-45 or 50 may be better. Use a “sports” formula that won’t wash off right away with water exposure and perspiration.
2) Re-apply sunscreen every 2 or 3 hours, maybe more often if you’re sensitive or there is any question about covering all the areas or the earlier application getting washed off.
3) Stay in the shade when you can. Yeah, we don’t have umbrellas on the canoes, so I’m talking about at the beach or on the escort boat.
4) Wear sun protective clothing. A hat is essential, preferably with a visor or brim to cover your face and neck. Wear a shirt, with long sleeves when you can. Most any shirt is better than nothing, but look for fabrics certified at SPF 15-20 values. Even still, if you’re going to be paddling long- put sunscreen on even under the shirt. Seriously.
5) Stay hydrated. Even if you don’t feel very thirsty. You lose a lot more fluids when it is warm and humid. Coupled with exertion and even mild sunburn, if you’re dehydrated you have an increased risk of heat exhaustion or heat stroke. And sports medicine gurus say even 2 or 3% dehydration cuts down your peak performance. So…, stay hydrated.
6) Have your skin checked regularly. Especially if you’re over 40 and are one of those with a history of sunburn/sun exposure in years past, have your MD look you over for skin cancer. If they’re there- you want to catch ’em early!
7) If you’re concerned about sunspots and wrinkles, there are things you can use. Separate discussion for another day, let me know if you’re interested.
8) Keep your kids out of the sun and do all the stuff for them that I’m talking about for you. Train them early and hope they make this a life-long habit.
9) Use a lot of sunscreen and re-apply regularly.
10) Did you catch the part about sunscreen?

Enjoy paddling, and God bless,

“Doctor Jon”

Jon L. Ruckle, MD
Principal
Pacific Pharma Group, LLC
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"Standup Paddle Magazine"

2009-06-02T23:29:00.001-10:00

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