
Below are the last 5 columns written by Ron Mizutani
Opakapaka and onaga lovers have circled Sept. 1 on their calendars. It’s the day the Deep Seven becomes fair game - again.
We often refer to groundbreakers as pioneers - innovators who were willing to take risks. Dean Hayward is considered by many to be such a man, although he playfully labels himself something entirely different.
In the midst of the cheers and laughter at Maunalua Bay is the strong spirit of appreciation for a very special man. For the 12th consecutive year, paddlers from across the globe celebrated the life of Kala Kukea - a well-respected athlete, firefighter and family man.
The University of Hawaii spring football practices are in advanced mode - great enthusiasm, increased hitting,lots of snap,crackle and pop. And a good thing, too. After watching the University of Florida spring game on ESPN last week,Hawaii will have its hands full on the last Saturday in August.
Read Column>>Cast nets have been around for thousands of years, serving as fishing tools all across the globe. Finding one is no problem - finding someone who makes them is another story.