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Surfing the Tsunami
2008-03-19 02:09:00 Every so often, when a tsunami warning or incident occurs, talk ensues about the history and potential calamities of the next tsunami to hit the Hawai’i Islands. One of the quandries debated among the surfing community is what one should do if a tsunami takes place while out in the water (only people who do ... More About: Surf , Surfing , Tsunami , Hawaii
My New Lover, Tudou
2008-03-15 20:30:00 When I was growing up, unless by accident, emergency or there were no other options, we never bought anything made in China, Taiwan, etc. My father had his rules, and besides not getting our ears pierced for fear of getting kicked out of the house, we were smart not to break them (okay, mom, sis ... More About: Movies , Lover , Tudou
Hawai?i Caucus Experience
2008-02-20 10:01:00 Was that really a caucus? Look, I didn’t have any grand illusions that it would be professionally organized; I know these people are volunteers, most first timers. And we have already seen how this election has brought the Democrats out in force. On top of that, certain areas here on Hawai ’i Island have grown during ... More About: Experience , Caucus
If Clinton Wins?We Get McCain
2008-02-19 10:59:00 <yo wil… think this one is even more to-the-point than the “Yes We Can” Obama original …and way mo funny> The Clinton ’s are disliked too much by the Republican’s. And if Hillary winds up as the Democratic nominee, the Republican’s have the weapons, the ammunition, all the Clinton corruption we’re sick of hearing about…to utilize against ... More About: Wins
Hawaii Island Caucus Precinct Sites
2008-02-18 22:37:00 There has been some discrepancies in caucus locations. I’ve published below what seems like the most accurate Precinct Election & Presidential Preference Poll site directory, found at the Democratic Party of Hawai’i web site. To use the site list, you will need to know your representative district. Enter your street name to see your district. ... More About: Hawaii , Sites , Big Island , Island , Caucus
Free WiFi Hawaii Island
2008-02-16 01:13:00 So, Starbucks made their splashy announcement that they’re ditching T-Mobile for AT&T and will now offer two hours of free internet with a purchase of $3.99 or more. As cutting edge as they were by taking that Seattle gourmet coffee habit and spreading the addiction to a world ready and willing to spend 2-3 times ... More About: Environment , Restaurants , Hawaii , Free
If Everybody Voted?
2008-02-11 07:12:00 I don’t think I’ve ever registered as a Democrat before (no, never as a Republican either), but I’m going to this time. Sure, I don’t agree with either side’s policies on many occasion -less government seems like a better idea- but on the other had, I suppose I’m more “liberal” than not on many issues. ... More About: Hawaii , Big Island
Meet Joe Blair!
2008-02-09 22:38:00 In the surfing world, specifically the surfboard manufacturing industry, there are a slew of icons who’ve maneuvered themselves front and center. Names of the players and their companies, similar to fashion designers, splayed across products, which often focus more on apparel and accessories. But there are others diligently working, seemingly behind the scenes, expending less ... More About: Surf , Hawaii , Blair , Meet , Hawaiian culture
Save O?oma (Pine Trees) in Kona!
2008-02-07 16:26:00 I thought the fight was already lost, but it seems it is still up for debate whether or not the county/state should acquire O’oma II to protect it as public, open space. Considering how important Pine Trees is -how precious the waters and how vital this surf / recreational / camping area is for families ... More About: Kona , Save
Wahine?s Number O.N.E. Coconut Water
2008-02-05 08:16:00 Despite the absolutely obscene cost of living, Hawai’i does have some economic advantages. I mean, if you’re starving, you can always climb a coconut tree -preferably a short Samoan- or even find a nut that has fallen (without crackin’) and machete it open. Drink the sweet juice, especially of the young coconut, and feel that ... More About: Hawaii , Alternative Medicine , Coconut , Water , Number
Hilo Rain, Water on the Brain
2008-02-03 08:36:00 <newly formed Lake Hilo> Just when you thought it couldn’t get any more wet…! Sure, East side Big Island residents are used to downpours, sometimes non-stop torentials lasting weeks, months… It’s often considered one of the wettest cities in the U.S. - though most lists on the topic omit it because they only focus on ... More About: Hawaii , Rain , Water , Brain
Airlines and Surfboards
2008-02-02 00:31:00 I always thought the luggage handlers who tossed your surfboard so carelessly onto the plane, or piled heavy baggage atop it, were jealous because you were going on a surf trip while they had to work. But when a whole airlines sez “screw you!” to surfers - you have to wonder why? Certainly most of us ... More About: Airlines , Hawaii
Hawaii Airfare War On Again (til tomorrow)
2008-01-30 02:40:00 The airlines in Hawai’i must hate having to raise and lower their fares whenever their competition does - and Mesa (Go Airlines!) is usually the one in control. Though it was only a month ago that they raised their inter-island flights to $49 (with Hawaii an and Aloha Air happily following suit) - today it’s back ... More About: Big Island , Tomorrow , Airfare , Tomo
Puna Getting Some Big Island Love
2008-01-04 22:33:00 Puna had seemingly been loosing the battle in terms of infrastructure and development needed to keep up with the population explosion of the past few years. While there’s been lots of debating, proposals, plans…action, when it occurs, is typically slow and inadequate. So it came as a surprise to many when the 5th District was ... More About: Love , Surf , Hawaii , Big Island , Island
Skin Care: The Best Natural Sunscreen
2007-12-21 23:27:00 Q: Can someone please recommend a good sunblock I can use while I surf that is waterproof and DOESN’T cause breakouts? A: I use AcneEyeStingSlipperyHands, SPF WashStraightOff, but I’m thinking about changing. After scanning the numerous “comments” sections of varying websites where everyone is asking everyone else what the heck is the best sunscreen out there, ... More About: Skin , Skin Care , Natural , Care , Sunscreen
Start a Revo[lution]
2007-12-19 06:39:00 {photo by Nina Brav} When you live in Small Town, Big Island , Hawai’i, sometimes it’s a stretch to look beyond your local environment…let alone decide to start a revolution that might have an impact on the world. But it seems easier when you have the advantage of being naively unconcerned with challenging undertakings or succumbing to ... More About: Hawaii , Start , Homeless , Hilo
Sharks, Swells and Stinky Smells
2007-12-17 01:54:00 It’s kinda a thing with surfers, to recite our homogeneous oceanic factoids and universal truths, though on occasion we’re not necessarily precisely sure what we’re talking about. This seems to be the case in regards to sharks, and particularly their olfactory sensibilities and its effect upon their desire to attack. How many times have we heard ... More About: Surf , Hawaii , Animals , Big Island , Hawaiian culture
Honu Attacks in Hawai?i!
2007-12-01 10:26:00 As a magazine writer (publishing my own magazines where I could -and would- add pages and shrink type size to barely legible as needed), I’ve grown accustomed to the zealous and verbose. Hey, when we wrote freelance back then we got two dollars for every drawn-out word (ah, the good old dayz). Anyway, I like ... More About: Surf , Surfing , Hawaii , Animals , Hawai
Groundation Growin? Roots in Hawai?i
2007-11-30 19:25:00 One of the most anticipated shows, Groundation returning to Hawai ’i. Another great reggae band with some heavy…Jewish roots! One review on Bookmans with podcast interview link adds some insight to their background: Dub+Reggae+Jazz! Black Uhuru meets Miles Davis! Groundation is a San Fran collective of college professor Harrison Stafford and Bay area musical heavies… SFGate has ... More About: Hawaii , Roots , Dati
Why Surfers Get Salt and Lemonade Cravings
2007-11-20 04:41:00 Or at least why some surfers do and why many more should…. You know, though I looove Google, when it becomes your main reference library, no matter how efficient a searcher you are, you can’t deny your reporting deficiencies. I remember when my good friend Brian Doherty used to let me sneak into Reason Magazine and ... More About: Recipes , Surf , Surfing , Alternative Medicine , Salt
Cops Re-Arrest Superferry Protesters
2007-10-25 23:31:00 So, word on the streets of Kauai is that if you were among those arrested for blocking the Superferry from entering Nawiliwili Harbor August 26 and 27th… the cops might be looking for you! Originally, arrested protesters were released due to a mix of reasons including the fact that, for many, officers filed the charges ... More About: Environment , Hawaii , Protesters , Arrest , Hawai
Legislative Superferry Circus Makes Island Tour
2007-10-21 08:30:00 Possibly the final chance to get your voice heard regarding the Oahu-centric Superferry, as they decided to kindly offer public hearings on all the neighboring islands affected. But what are these hearings exactly? No matter the rulings, ultimately stopping the Superferry seems out of the people’s hands. These hearings -which are being called “Public Informational Hearings” ... More About: Environment , Hawaii , Rant , Big Island , Tour
My Apple, My Surfboard, My Bendable, Mutable Life
2007-10-12 00:10:00 I’d been enjoying some extra bed time while getting over a bug, when I had this annoying nightmare. In it my Mac Book was catching viruses off the internet. Could have been guilty download conscious, but I balance out such thievery with the reality that I wouldn’t buy any music even if I didn’t get it ... More About: Life , Apple , Surf , Surfing
Noni: The Stinky Magical Lifesaver
2007-09-28 01:18:00 It is assumed that Noni (”Aspirin of the Ancients”) originated in Southeast Asia (Indonesia) and was brought, approximately 2000 years ago, by ancient peoples of French Polynesia to the islands of the South Pacific. Captain Cook recorded it’s use in Tahiti (Nono) in the 1700s, and later documents show its use in Fiji (Kura), ... More About: Recipes , Hawaii , Alternative Medicine , Big Island
Fave Blog: Venice Surf Report
2007-09-18 18:20:00 There are a few surf-oriented web sites I like to check out on a regular basis - mostly for their surf reports, a scattering of surf-related news, vids, and such. For the most part they’re informational, some kinda generic, or ultimately catering to the business/contest-driven aspects of surf culture. But every so often you stumble ... More About: California , Surf , Surfing , Venice , Blog
Surfers vs. Hawaii?s Superferry
2007-09-14 00:20:00 After much balleyhoo regarding Hawaii ’s Superferry, it seems that the State (which supported the project with a little bit of government funding - $40 million, that is) is going to let the Superferry continue its operations, at least to Kauai, while it’s awaiting word on whether or not it will need an environmental impact study ... More About: Environment , Surfing
$9 Fares: Hawaiian & Go! Airlines - Today Only!
2007-09-06 02:51:00 We like price wars and spontaneous specials - and thanks to the new competition in town, Go! Airlines , we get fun $9 fares if we’re lucky enough to get the scoop in time. Hawai’ian Airlines is the best, as far as being on time and having a more functional web site (Aloha doesn’t seem to ... More About: Hawaii , Today , Hawaiian , Fare
Kilauea Lava Heading for Puna?
2007-08-28 21:51:00 It’s similar to “the boy who cried wolf”, worrying excessively -especially in the media- about potential natural disasters. Something may or may not be coming, may or may not hit, may or may not cause damage, risk any lives. But after the realization there was absolutely no tsunami warning system in Southern Asia…and after ... More About: Hawaii , Big Island , Puna , Lava , Heading
Kilauea Lava Heading for Puna?
2007-08-27 21:51:00 It’s similar to “the boy who cried wolf”, worrying excessively -especially in the media- about potential natural disasters. Something may or may not be coming, may or may not hit, may or may not cause damage, risk any lives. But after the realization there was absolutely no tsunami warning system in Southern Asia…and after ... More About: Hawaii , Big Island , Puna , Lava , Heading
Mahalo to Our Readers!
More articles from this author:2007-08-26 22:45:00 We’re finally getting our stat numbers up -not bad considering we just started in March- someone even donated, so just want to send back some love for all our readers. We appreciate all your support, and especially island wahines if you ever want to contribute…do check out our “help” page. Hopefully soon we can get ... More About: Readers , Mahal 1, 2 |
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