The Hawaii Island Paddlesport Association is holding its 11th annual Valentine’s Day relay race for couples at 10 a.m. Feb. 14 at Honokohau Small Boat Harbor in Kailua-Kona.
Competitors race in one- and two-man outrigger canoes, as well as on top of paddleboards and standup paddleboards.
The race continues to grow because it’s a family friendly event. It also raises money for a chosen charity. This year, HIPA decided to donate funds to Special Olympics West Hawaii, especially since Special Olympics Hawaii lost its state funding in schools. Money will also be given to Greg Cameron, of the Kailua-Kona Fire Station, who was diagnosed with stage four cancer, said Ronona Della Cioppa, HIPA vice president.
Race entry costs $25. More information can be found online at www.kaikahoe.org.
Donations in honor of SOWH or Greg Cameron are now being accepted. Contributions may be sent via mail to Ronona Della Cioppa, 76-6254 Koko Olua Way, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740. Questions? Call 989-7066.
