O'ahu Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association

On behalf of the paddlers and organizers of the Na Wahine O Ke Kai and Molokai Hoe, OHCRA is proud to give back to the community of Molokai through a donation to the Friends of Molokai Middle School and High School. This contribution reflects our deep commitment to supporting the youth of Molokai, helping them grow through education, culture, and community programs. We are honored to play a part in nurturing the future leaders of Molokai, ensuring the continuation of its rich traditions and values.

Mahalo to all who have made this possible through their dedication and aloha for the sport of paddling and for this beautiful island.




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Kuleana Kahea -
Calling all OHCRA Paddlers, Crews, and Clubs… it’s time to give back. Join us Saturday Oct 26th for@the first ever Ridge-To-Reef Restoration project. We are looking for 200 volunteers to mālama ‘aina and mālama kai. This is our mauka to makai kia’i call to take care of the spaces that take care of us!

Let’s do this gang—hui up and sign up today!!

Tune in live for the broadcast here!!!

How to watch the Molokai Hoe HONOLULU (KHON2) — Crews made up of the best of the best outrigger canoe paddlers will make their way across the Kaiwi Channel on Sunday morning–itʻs a race that shouldnʻt be missed. So…

Inside the action — our crews are prepping for the Moloka'i Hoe and the weekend is here.

‘Tackle the beast,’ Waakapaemua crew preps for Molokai Hoe “This is all family right here. Anything should go wrong at any time in their life. They know that they can call one of us,” explained Lohiao Paoa, Waakapaemua co-coach.

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OHCRA’s longstanding partnership with Hawaiian Airlines is profound and we are grateful for their continued support and encouragement of our wa’a culture!

Meet the indomitable Lorilei Rawlins Crivello, founder and producer of the Molokai Canoe Festivals Kulāia. With unwavering dedication, Lorilei has brought together the paddlers of and the Molokai community, weaving a beautiful tapestry of culture, unity, and aloha. A member of the OHCRA Moloka’i Advisory Council, she has worked tirelessly for nearly three years, helping to restore the races and ensuring they return to their roots.

Through her efforts, Lorilei has bridged community concerns and championed the vision of bringing the races back to the heart of Molokai, honoring the deep cultural and familial connections we celebrate as ‘ohana wa‘a. Her leadership has fostered a renewed spirit of togetherness, where paddlers and the Molokai community gather not just for competition, but to perpetuate the rich traditions and values that make these races so special. Mahalo nui, Lorilei, for your tireless work and for being the guiding force behind this beloved festival and the legacy we share.

Mahalo KHON2 for sharing the history and heroes of Na Wahine O Ke Kai!

‘We’re going to do it,’ paving the path for wahine paddlers “The highlight of the year was to go down and camp and watch the start of the race and I always thought ‘Wow, I wonder if wahine will ever do it.'”

Today we honor Ka Ala Nui I Ka Piko o Wākea, the path to the autumnal equinox, a time when day and night find perfect balance. This significant shift marks the start of our wet season in Hawai‘i, following the lunar month of Hilinamā and before the arrival of ‘Ikuā. It is a time for our kilo to pay close attention to the changing winds, tides, and signs ensuring we continue our role as stewards from mauka to makai.

Let us be mindful of these changes and honor the ‘Ike Kūpuna passed to us as we observe, pivot, and restore.

Sound words.
Are you Mākaukau?

“ʻAʻohe ʻauwaʻa paʻa i ka hālau i ka mālie.
No canoes remain in the sheds in calm weather.”

This is a powerful reminder of the importance of being mākaukau (prepared) and seizing opportunities.

When conditions are favorable, it's the perfect time to take action and pursue your goals! Many opportunities don’t last forever.

Mahalo nui to our Mana Maoli Intern, Waiʻolukea of , for creating this awesome graphic and caption to share!

The Henry Race is this weekend - mahalo Hui Lanakila Canoe Club for putting this memorial race together.

Here’s a little history on the man who’s name we honor in racing this weekend - Henry Keawe Ayau Jr.

Henry’s background reveals an exceptional Hawaiian man of rich experience and high achievement. Whether it be working out on the paddleboard or fishing with the late great Duke Paoa Kahanamoku in the decades past, doing business or donating generous amounts of time to many fine organizations, it all adds up to a big man with a big heart. Henry paddled and coached, and is recognized for having coached the winningest canoe paddling teams ever in HCRA history. And his legacy lives strong in our canoe clubs to this day. For those that knew him, his parting words can still be heard -
“Aloha My Braddah”

Official Moloka'i Hoe Merchandise is on sale now for pre-orders. Whether you are racing this year, have raced in the past or just love Molokai Hoe and our state sport… get yours today!

Mahalo MidWeek for helping to share our history, and efforts to perpetuate our state sport! The World Championships of Canoe Racing are back—please join us for the live broadcast and at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach finish line.
Na Wahine O Ke Kai - September 29th
Molokai Hoe - October 13th

It’s exciting times for Carleen Ornellas, former president of Nā Wāhine O Ke Kai, and Luana Froiseth, race director for O'ahu Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association, as the Moloka‘i Channel World Championships are finally back following a four-year hiatus. Read more in our Sept. 11 cover story.

Lawrence Tabudlo photo

OHCRA's E Lau Hoe Canoe Race is happening this Sunday, September 8th. Start time is between 8:30am and 8:45am. Coaches meeting is at 8:00am. In person registration is on Saturday from 8am til 11am to pay and pick up your canoe number and gifts.

For more info: go to our website: https://ohcra.com/News-Detail.aspx?wo=31

To register online, go to HCRApaddler.com / RD LD in the tope left corner.

To register your Es**rt Boat, use this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfr3DjtYySP2f6lG58MIfjO7pbpOywzAA7EFurifavLz7dXRw/viewform

Hope to see you there!

So you’re planning on registering for this weekends long distance races and you’re wondering g how to submit your crews and es**rt boat information. Check out this news & events article that spells out how to make your submissions.

https://ohcra.com/News-Detail.aspx?wo=71

Lanikai used a steady distribution of talent from its youth paddlers all the way through to its veteran ranks to claim its fifth consecutive Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association State Championship regatta at Keehi Lagoon.

More: https://808ne.ws/3YH6vN0

📷: Craig T. Kojima

Get ready for OHCRA’s first long distance race of the season… the Dukes races are set for August 17th and 18th. See flier below for more information.
Crew submission is through HCRA RD/LD and es**rt boat submissions link can be found on OHCRA.com

Celebrating the spirit of aloha and fierce competition at the OHCRA Championships! Mahalo to all the paddlers, coaches, and supporters who made this day unforgettable.
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