He was the original Ambassador of Aloha and one of Hawaii’s most beloved athletes and heroes. But Duke Paoa Kahanamoku..

Heed the warnings! It’s a critical message that too often is dismissed. Whether it’s in preparation of an approaching storm..

A good canoe paddler will tell you it’s all about the reach. It’s obvious that decision makers at Hawaiian Airlines..

The late Rell Sunn taught me a valuable lesson several years ago. It happened on a warm summer afternoon at..

A large, appreciative crowd applauds in unison as Duane DeSoto walks toward the waiting surf at Australia’s Freshwater Beach. The..

There’s something about Wednesdays that brings out the best in Mother Nature. Perhaps it all started in 1978, with the..

You’ve heard the saying, “All good things must come to an end.” Don’t tell that to Chris Cramer and the..

The picturesque Mokulua Islands, which sit about a mile off Lanikai Beach in Kailua, are among the most photographed images..

Kailua native Kawika Watt may no longer call Hawaii home, but his heart and soul are still deeply rooted in..

Imagine being in the third grade and winning first place in your first canoe race. Now imagine stepping to the..

It cuts through the ocean with ease and power, slicing through oncoming surf with grace and strength, and is one..

It’s not rocket science — or is it? The world of surfing is on the verge of taking off to..

Kailua Beach is one of the most popular destinations in all of Hawaii, with millions visiting the picturesque shoreline every..

Hokule‘a crewmember Maui Tauotaha has fond memories of Kawaiahao Church School in Kakaako. It was more than 25 years ago..

When Benjamin Franklin said, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” chances are he wasn’t thinking about..

Steven Loui beamed and glowed as he looked over a large crowd at Pier 41. It was a diverse group..

Artist Patrick Ching always has been passionate about Hawaii’s precious ocean resources and Hawaii’s youths. In his latest book, Honu..

Kahaluu’s Mark Towill is sporting a new hairdo these days, and he couldn’t be more proud. His “inverted mohawk” may..

On Dec. 29, 2010, I shared in this column my decision to enter the ocean at Kailua Beach following a..