Hui Hawai'i O Utah 25th Anniversary

Nov. 20, 2010



Aloha mai kakou!

Last night KALEA was well represented at the Hui Hawai`i O Utah Hawaiian Civic Club's 25th Anniversary Party!  Crazy weather aside, it was great to see everyone after what seems like a very long time!!  There was a lot of interest generated, with MANY people asking questions, asking for more information and excited at knowing about KALEA and what we have to offer.  People were definitely talking about Uncle Mike's paddle making skills, just one other facet of the sport that KALEA has to offer!  MAHALO NUNUI to everyone that came out in support!! Hui Hawai`i O Utah Hawaiian Civic Club thanks each of the members, and are humbled at the generosity shown with the raffle items donated to support the scholarship fund.
Also, when you next see Lincoln, congratulate him on being the newest member of the Board of Directors for Hui Hawai`i O Utah!  Know that KALEA'S interests, and those of the community and the civic club will be well represented! 

KALEA'S Board of Directors will also have some exciting news to share soon, so make sure you keep an eye on the blog, or get on our mailing list so you can stay up to date with all of the latest news!  Until that time, we would like to wish each and every one of you, and your families a blessed and bountiful Thanksgiving, and we look forward to seeing all of you soon!

9th Annual Na Alaka'i O Ke Kai Regatta

Oct. 23, 2010

Ua hele aku makou...And so we went...

We left Utah, to travel to Vegas for KALEA'S very first race, with feelings of excitement, nervousness, some anxiety and many butterflies. For many it was their first time competing and the excitement level was high. Friday night the team met to discuss the next day's events and more importantly, to strengthen the feeling of solidarity for KALEA.

Saturday morning found us gathered bright and early, eagerly awaiting the start of the regatta, KALEA being entered in the first two races. We had a pretty good showing, and these races only served to fuel the excitement for the rest of the day. KALEA was entered into a total of 5 races, and had an excellent showing for our very first competition.

We are pleased to announce that KALEA came in FIRST in the Makua Men's division.

KALEA: 4:51

Dana Outrigger Canoe Club: 4:59

Lake Havasu: 5:26

Hawaiian. 'Nuff Said: 5:29

Newport Outrigger Canoe Club: 5:30

Na Leo O Ke Kai: 5:37

Hawaiian. 'Nuff Said Team 2: 5:43

In the Open Men's Division, KALEA came in Seventh Place! This was by far the largest division of the race with 18 teams competing. KALEA'S time was 5:06 earning them Third place.

A heartfelt MAHALO goes out to the Las Vegas Hawaiian Civic Club for all of their hard work, dedication and aloha in putting together such a wonderful, well organized and fun event. Mahalo for helping make our first race a memorable and enjoyable one.

"Ho'i mai makou..." and so we return...

We return, with much less anxiety, having gained some experience. But we are no less excited, because now we have a renewed sense of purpose and vision for KALEA, and for our community. We thank you for your words of encouragement, your positive thoughts and your prayers. We are so appreciative of everyone's support, kokua and aloha! Rest assured we will have many pictures posted soon, until then, please feel free to enjoy these few shots and be sure and check back soon for more. Until then, MAHALO and ALOHA!