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The Triple Crown of Surfing was started by two local surfers, Fred Hemmings and Randy Rarick. Now retired as the director of the Triple Crown, Randy has kept his passion for the sport alive.
The Hawaii Aquatics Safety Leadership Conference convened leaders from all over the state to address the drowning epidemic and form a statewide water safety coalition.
The Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) is proud to announce that five-time Olympic medalist and “waterman” Duke Kahanamoku is the recipient of the 6th Annual AAU Gussie Crawford Lifetime Achievement Award.
Hawaii is home to the best watermen and women in the world. We don’t have to wait to follow the lead of other states in policy development around aquatic safety.
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Find out how you can support the Farrington High School Surf Team which is teaching water safety, swim skills, and surfing to athletes in Kalihi.
Waikiki Yacht Club Commodore Ron Gridley highlights Cappy Sheeley's induction into the Hawaii Waterman Hall of Fame.
Graphic designer Greg Chinn discusses his life, work, and connections to Hawaii and Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation.
2022 Holiday Merchandise Fundraiser with designs by award-winning creator Greg Chinn
Local Hawai’i water athletes are representing the islands and the nation on the world stage this week at the 2022 ICF JUNIOR AND U23 CANOE SPRINT WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS held in Szeged, Hungary. Ten local paddlers will represent Hawai’i and the United States on the US National Team for Sprint Canoe & Kayak at the World Championships this week August 31 through September 4, 2022.
The Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation was featured on the KHON Nightly news after the birthday lei draping ceremony at the statue of Duke Kahanamoku in Waikiki. Features scholar-athletes Shaye Story and Makena Ginoza, as well as Executive Director Sarah Fairchild.
Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation Director Bill Pratt is interviewed on HiNow by Kainoa Carlson about the 20th year of Duke's OceanFest and the public screening of the documentary Waterman.
The Local Brand Co. Creative is back on board to develop some new designs for ODKF's holiday merchandise fundraiser.
In June 1986, Debbie Wayman received the first ODKF grant check from Ron Sorrell, chair of the ODKF Athletic Grants Committee, and Ben Cassiday, president of the ODKF. Debbie Wayman was the first female lifeguard on the North Shore of Oahu. She used her grant to participate in the U.S. Lifesaving Association National Championships in Galveston, Texas
Dorian reflects back at the Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation (ODKF) athletic grant he received as a teenager in the 80s to support the beginning of his surf career, as he inducted into the Hawaii Waterman Hall of Fame, hosted by ODKF.
The Maui News profiles 2021 Hawaii Waterman Hall of Fame Inductee Mike Spalding.
This article recaps the 2021 Hawaii Waterman Hall of Fame induction event.
This article explains the components of an athletic resume, which is required for the ODKF scholarship application.
Kona Brewing Hawaii is selling special edition stickers designed by Greg Chinn to benefit ODKF and Hoomaa Foundation.
Robert Burns is looking for help documenting this board he believes was owned by Duke Kahanamoku.
Raising Cane's donated $5,000 to ODKF to kick of application season.
Duke Kahanamoku is known for his many athletic achievements but he also coached extensively in his later years. The Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation (ODKF) thanks all the coaches out there who spend their valuable time helping kids build their athletic skills while learning important life lessons. Watch some of the 2021 ODKF scholars reflect on the impact coaches had on them. Video editing by Kahanu Cuban.
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2021 Duke's OceanFest - This one-hour special features some of the most influential surfers of Hawaii sharing personal stories of how they were inspired by the father of surfing: Duke Kahanamoku. Paul Strauch, Ann Yoshida, Billy Kemper, Kelia Moniz, and Keone Downing share never-heard-before original stories about Duke himself and their own surfing journeys.
Creative Director and Illustrator, Greg Chinn, was recently interviewed by Shoutout LA.
Cappy Sheeley recalls his memories sailing with the elder Duke Kahanamoku.
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A celebration of the 2021 Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation scholarship recipients.
ODKF grantee, Kamehameha Swim Club, competed at the ISCA International Senior Cup in St. Petersberg, Florida, from March 23rd to 27th. Seventeen swimmers from the club attended with help from the foundation.
A guide that details how to create and edit a Facebook Fundraiser for a chosen non-profit organization.
The story illustrates the important lesson of presence and listening that Doc Paskowitz learned from Duke Kahanamoku.
So, you’re thinking about applying for a scholarship? Before you get started, keep these tips in mind.
Created by Malama Pono to remind us all of of Duke's spirit of Aloha during the pandemic crisis.
The Arnott Family legacy gift to the Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation commemorates special bonds that spanned decades. There is a deep history between the Arnotts, Duke Kahanamoku, and the Outrigger Canoe Club.
Recent world events may have clouded your perspective on your dreams and how you expected your life to unfold. Perhaps you imagined finishing your senior year with certain celebrations or you've been working towards a special life goal, and suddenly plans have changed.
A virtual celebration of the 2020 ODKF scholarship winners.
Interview with our Executive Director and a Duke Award Scholarship Winner.
Sip, SUP and slumber... enjoy beachfront bliss with every 4th night free at the home of Duke’s Waikiki.
Malama Pono, Inc. announced it has produced a video in conjunction withNMG Network, to share the spirit of Duke Kahanamoku’s Creed of Aloha as our community copes with aglobal pandemic amid a period of civil unrest.
Duke’s Night 2020 tribute goes virtual, celebrating local scholar athletes and granting nearly $55,000 in scholarship funds
With fond remembrance, we honor Tim Guard, Board Member Emeritus to Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation, who passed away in February 2020. He was an avid waterman who generously gave so that others may enjoy watersports.
Waterman Hall of Fame member Kai Lenny, featured in a MidWeek piece, discusses what it means to be amongst other legendary watermen and women.
Kai Lenny, Tracy Phillips Darling and Robby Naish to be honored on Aug. 22, 2019
Select Clips Highlighting Duke's Oceanfest from XTERRA Adventures
Select Clips Highlighting Duke's Oceanfest from XTERRA Adventures
The 13th annual Duke's Oceanfest opens, celebrating the great Duke Kahanamoku's life, accomplishments, and spirit. People from around the globe gather in Waikiki to watch and compete in various water sports.
The Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation launches Hawaii's first Waterman Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame honors the men and women who have significantly contributed to various water sports and exemplify exceptional and admirable behavior.
