HONOLULU (KHON2) — It’s been an all too common occurrence on the west side of Oahu. Residents holding rallies after too much violence, too many gunshots and far too many fatalities.
But crime doesn’t have to define the Waianae coastline.
Coaching for the crossing: Na Wahine O Ke Kai
Just steps away from where the latest shooting and rally that took place, these girls have chosen the waʻa, or canoe, over violence.
“It’s amazing. I never did this growing up. When we moved here, we gave it a try and ever since that, we loved it. This is our first long season and it’s trial and error and it’s been amazing,” said Pua Egloria, Leeward Kai Canoe Club…