'OHANA WA'A O MAUI

We are a family of 2 adults and 2 keiki. Paddling has brought our family closer in so many ways! From sending dad (Saimone) off for the race and being there when he crossed the finish line. Most of the time the kids are screaming “Go Daddy Go” as he crosses. Our life revolves around paddling these days. Our closet friends are now our ohana, all we met through paddling.

Hi. My husband and I met paddling. I have been a member of the Kahana CC and Napili Canoe Clubs for about 23 years. I paddled about 5 full one- man seasons, excluding the molo solo. We are a family of 4. Recently lost our home in Wahikuli. Lahaina has been my home for 25 years. We are most appreciative of all of the love and support for our friends, family and community. Thank you so much❤️Aloha

I have been a part of the paddling community since I was 9 years old, specifically stand up paddling, and competed around the country and also competed in the channel crossings over these years. Last month I was gifted a brand new Ares from a family friend to get me connected to the water again and only got to use my boat a handful of times before the fires.