NEWS & EVENTS DETAIL

RACE INFORMATION:

• Course / Divisions - 
•         Short Course - 6 Mile Course | Novice, Jr's, 60+, 65+ 70+ (Men / Women / Mix)
•         Long Course - 8 Mile Course | Open, 40+, 50+, Unlimited (Men / Women / Mix)
  
• Date and Time - Saturday, April 12th Race Start: 8:30am / Coaches Meeting: 8:00am
• Fees - $210 per crew
• Payment - Payment can be made the day of via cash or check made payable to Keahiakahoe Canoe Club.
• Online Registration - 
•         To register a crews, please use the RD LD Crew Registration link.
•         All paddlers MUST be validated in the HCRA System or will need to pay an additional day-of registration rate of $35.
•         Crews need NOT belong to the same club to participate in OHCRA preseason races together.
• In-person Registration - Check in w/ TEAM KOKUA for canoe assignments and last minute registration. | Registration opens at 730am.
• Race Flier

GENERAL INFORMATION:

• OHCRA rules will apply. You must be a registered member of HCRA.
• Out of State clubs must provide COI with club name and OHCRA as additional insured (Paddlers names must be listed as club members)
• Crews affiliated with an out-of-state club are subject to approval
• Canoes must have their racing number displayed on the right front of canoe
• Your club is responsible for removing all tires and rubbish from rigging site to avoid a fine

CREW REQUIREMENTS:

• All crews will consist of 6 paddlers of the same gender except for mixed crews which shall have 3 male and 3 female.
• An Open crew (non-age limiting) can include up to 3 Jrs paddlers ages (15-17yo).

Race Background: The Kala'iomalulani Race, proudly sponsored by the Keahiakahoe Canoe Club, stands as a testament to the club's dedication to preserving Hawaiian culture, fostering community bonds, and promoting the sport of canoe racing. Named after the revered Hawaiian navigator Kala'iomalulani, who possessed exceptional knowledge of the ocean and the stars, this race embodies the spirit of adventure, exploration, and reverence for the natural world.

Set against the stunning backdrop of Hawaii's azure waters, the Kala'iomalulani Race draws paddlers from near and far to test their skills and endurance along a challenging course that traverses the island's scenic coastline. Participants paddle with passion and determination, propelled by the rhythm of the Pacific and guided by the wisdom of their ancestors, as they navigate the open ocean in search of victory and personal achievement.

As paddlers race towards the finish line, their synchronized strokes harmonizing with the sounds of the sea, spectators gather along the shores to cheer them on, their voices mingling with the gentle lapping of the waves. Families, friends, and supporters come together to celebrate the paddling community and the bonds forged through shared experiences on the water.

For the Keahiakahoe Canoe Club, the Kala'iomalulani Race is more than just a competition; it is a celebration of Hawaiian heritage, a tribute to the navigational prowess of Kala'iomalulani, and a reaffirmation of the club's commitment to perpetuating the traditions of canoe racing. Through this annual event, the club honors the legacy of their ancestors, inspires future generations of paddlers, and strengthens the ties that bind their community together in the spirit of aloha.