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Public Statewide Fishermen Workshops & Meetings from August thru November
Tuesday, August 24th, 20102010 Spearfishing Nationals Results
Thursday, August 12th, 2010Aloha State Games Freediving Entry Form
Monday, July 12th, 20102010 Fantasy Spearfishing
Thursday, May 13th, 2010How it Works:
Fantasy Spearfishing is for the Largest Fish (Team) in both the Speargun and 3-prong Division of the 2010 Gene Higa Memorial Spearfishing Tournament which will be held on May 22, 2010. Pick the team you think will win the largest fish category. Then, guess the total weight of their winning catch. That’s it! If your team wins and you are the closest to the total winning weight without going over, you win.
You may enter once for the Gun Division and once for the 3-prong Division. Click on the links below to participate.
What You Win:
* Speargun Division – $150 Gift Certificate to Hana Pa’a Fishing
* 3-Prong Division – $50 Gift Certificate to Hana Pa’a Fishing
Entry Deadline:
* All entries must be submitted by midnight, May 21, 2010 (HST).
* Entries received after contest deadline will not be counted.
Other Info:
* Tournament participants may enter, but they cannot pick themselves.
* Winners will be notified via email on May 24, 2010
* Prizes will be divided evenly in case of a tie
To enter go to: Fantasy Spearfishing
Have Fun! And win without even getting wet.
La Paz World Cup Invitational 2010
Monday, May 10th, 20102010 Gene Higa Tournament Forms and Info
Tuesday, March 30th, 2010May 22, 2010 @ Puiki Pavilion, Waialua, Hawaii.
Save the date.
Also:
Iron Chef Kimi Werner will take on Challenger Nico Chaize of Nico’s at Pier 38
at the 2010 Iron Chef Competition.
It should be exciting!
FOOD NETWORK’S “DINERS, DRIVE-INS AND DIVES” GOES HAWAIIAN
Tuesday, March 30th, 2010On April 5, “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives” will air an episode featuring three of Oahu’s favorite eateries – Hank’s Haute Dogs, Highway Inn, and Nico’s at Pier 38. The popular show is hosted by Guy Fieri, known for his trademark bleached spiked hair and laid back California attitude. In its 8th season, “DDD” travels across America visiting classic spots known for their unique take on ‘comfort food’.
“This is exciting. It’s such a popular show. This is the first time Guy and ‘DDD’ has come to Hawaii, so we feel even more pumped to be on it,” said Nico Chaize, owner of Nico’s at Pier 38.
Nico’s is located waterfront on Pier 38 just off Nimitz Highway in Honolulu. Immediately next door is the United Fishing Agency, home of the Honolulu Fish Auction, where Nico selects his fish every morning. Opened in 2005, the casual open-air diner quickly established a reputation with the locals for serving fresh fish that has gourmet appeal and wallet-friendly prices.
Also featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives will be Hank’s Haute Dogs and Highway Inn.
Award-winning restaurateur Henry Adaniya took his fine-dining knowledge and expertise and put it into a hot dog. Hank’s features authentic Chicago hot dogs, local sausage and innovative gourmet creations inspired by regional and traditional flavors. Hank Haute Dogs is located on Coral St in Kaka’ako as well as an express in Waikiki.
Highway Inn opened in 1947 by Seiichi and Sachiko “Nancy” Toguchi. This family-owned and operated restaurant in the heart of Waipahu continues to thrive 63 years later because of its tradition of serving quality Hawaiian and American food has remained unchanged and secure in the hearts and stomachs of locals and visitors. The restaurant recently completed a renovation that included enhancements and expansions to its seafood market and catering facilities.
To commemorate the event, all three restaurants have indicated that on the day of the show a special menu item or promotion will be offered to their customers.
“The Blue Wild” 2010 International Spearfishing Expo in Florida
Friday, March 5th, 2010Announcing “The Blue Wild” Expo on June 5 and 6, 2010, in the magic city of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida! It’s our fourth year, and we’ve outgrown our previous venue, so we are holding it at the prestigious and modern Broward County Convention Center.
We have plenty of action for spearos and freedivers, but we also have presentations and product demos for those interested in underwater photography or videography. We have several world-class marine artists exhibiting their works, and many unique presentations — whether you want to learn more about blackouts, shark management, or dive history….we have something for everyone, including a Film Festival!
Speakers this year: Stan Waterman (famous underwater cinematographer), Dr. Jose Castro (world-renowned shark scientist), Rob Torelli (spearo and award-winning videographer), Pipin Ferreras , Manny Puig, Ron Mullins, Art Pinder, Dan MacMahon, Kirk Krack, Dimitris Kollias, and many more.
We have all the major brands represented and many Exhibitors who will give demos including Jay and Julie Riffe, Mark Laboccetta, Daryl Wong, Ray Powell, Guy Skinner, Roger Yazbeck, Shane Breedt, and more. The Expo also features practical hands-on Workshops and a huge Raffle at the end of each day with over $30K of prizes!
You won’t want to miss the Friday Evening Kick Off Party at the Marriott Courtyard on Ft. Lauderdale Beach — on the sundeck, right on the beach, drinks, music, and lots of fun. The nightlife in Ft. Lauderdale Beach is HOT, HOT, HOT!!!
For out-of-towners, our sponsoring hotel, the Marriott Courtyard on Ft. Lauderdale Beach is offering an amazing $89/room rate (on the beach), as is the Marriott Renaissance Hotel which is across the street and walking distance to the Convention Center. We recommend flying into Ft. Lauderdale airport and taking a taxi.
You can dive right off the beach during the day and party at the clubs and restaurants at night. But most of all, you won’t want to miss this amazing Expo on Saturday and Sunday! For hotel and other information, or to pre-register, go to www.thebluewild.com, or e-mail Sheri Daye at sheri.daye@yahoo.com.
U.S. National Spearfishing Championships – August 5, 2010 – Greers Ferry Lake, Heber Springs, Arkansas
Sunday, January 17th, 2010Hi Competitive Chairs for USOA Clubs and Councils,
You will find attached the approved “U.S. National Freedive Spearfishing Championship bid for next years event. Please pass this bid to your club/council/members so they can make plans for the 2010 event which will be hosted by the Midwest Diving Council (MDC) and held on Thursday, August 5, 2010 at Greers Ferry Lake in Heber Springs, Arkansas. This is going to be a great event at a beautiful new location. You will be allowed to spear up to 15 game fish plus the normal rough fish.
One of the issues we will need to figure out is whether we will have a Mixed or Women’s team division this year. I am asking each club to get back to me by May 31st with the tentative number of teams they would like to send for each of these divisions.
Also, as a reminder, this years National Championship scores will be added to 2011 National Championship scores to determine who will represent the U.S. at the 2011 Pan-American Spearfishing Championships and the 2012 World Spearfishing Championships. The 2011 U.S. Nationals will be held somewhere in Florida most likely, so Florida divers have a big incentive to come in 2010 and work towards a World team berth.
Best Regards,
Dave Edlund
USOA National Skindiving Director
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