Breaking News - Free VHSA Commemorative Surfboards for Competitors!

Photos courtesy Marianna Monentez


Marianna Monentez has just announced the Virtual Highway Surfing Association (VHSA) will be giving FREE VHSA commemorative BombOra surfboards to the first ten competitors to sign up for the first VHSA Surfing Competition!!!  Kayaker Magic, creator of Virtual Highway surfing, has teamed up with VHSA sponsors to provide this commemorative surfboard to the first ten VHSA competitors!  Now it costs you nothing to compete in the first VHSA surfing competition! 





Mari will be on the beach at Breakers Cove from 8:00 to 10:00 AM PST daily to give instructions on Virtual Highway surfing!  Kayaker has additional freebie give-aways at his tiki stand on the beach!  Don't miss the fun, the foam and the freebies!!!  Contact Marianna Monentez in VirtualHighway.us and sign up!  The waves are waiting for you!

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Boho Beachwear Review Series - 2 of 4


The second in the four part SurfWatch series on Bohemian fashion long dresses brings you a number of examples from Boho Baku by Twill Tymets.  Twill's Boho style mingles themes from gypsy, hippie, western, country, bohemian, peasant, and retro casual.  A believer in use of flex constructions to get just that right movement flow, her realistic clothing includes a variety of colors, including tie die, in cotton, silk, denim and other material textures.

In addition to browsing Twill's store, you should also take the time to explore the surrounding Twills Muse, a fascinating faery theme throughout the sim.

From the home sim of the SL Surfing Association at Solace Dreams, we see Twill's Boho Baku Tuli fushia gypsy skirt.

The SLSA Wants YOU!

Can you guess the surfer in the background video?


The Boho Baku Arwyn Coral boho gypsy skirt is worn while receiving the expected greeting at Tsunami Beach.




Enjoying the shade on Archipelago whose sim design theme is based upon the Dead Island game, we're seen wearing a Fiesta Tye Dye skirt, a favorite for exemplifying the fun in the sun look in a long dress.

And lastly in this series, the Perriwnkle dungaree skirt is shown at the home of Vibration Surf Alliance (VSA).  In addition to the usual ability to mix and match tops with these boho skirt styles, this  bib overall design allows for wearing with no top, if the straps are placed strategically and the buckles aren't too hot from being in the sun.




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Last Day for Monkey Cove

I received this message today:

Hey Monkeys,
Sadly we're down to the last 24 hours here at Monkey. If your going to drop by for one last surf or look around this is it!

Thanks for so many great memories the surf monkeys are the greatest!!

Peace
Syx


Sadly we are losing another great set of surf sims and its community. Get down to Monkey Cove and get your surf on while you still can.
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Kantbe Serious: Fun Facts


GET YOUR BEACH BALLS PUMPED UP!  Beach balls range from hand-sized to over 3 feet (1 m) across or bigger. They generally have a set of soft plastic panels, with two circular end panels, one with an inflation valve. A common design is vertical solid colored stripes alternating with white stripes.

Beach ball sports include water polo and volleyball.  Their light weight and stability made them ideal for trained seals balancing a beach ball on their noses. They are a popular prop in swimsuit phtotography : )

Fun Facts provided courtesy of Caledonia Skytower and Seanchai Library


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Virtual Highway "Waves of Courage" Surfing Competition!

Graphic courtesy Marianna Monentez



Virtual Highway Surfing Association (VHSA) will be hosting its very first virtual surfing competition, "Waves of Courage", during the Second Life Surfing Association (SLSA) off season!  SLSA seasoned judges and Directors Sally LaSalle and Bobbi Laval will be judging!  Kayaker Magic, creator of Virtual Highway surfing, will be marshall/back-up judge! 

Fantastic prizes!!
1st place:  V$5000
Top 3:       BombOra surfboards and custom Vogati kinis and boardies
All competitors receive a Vogati kini or boardie, SurfWatch backpack and Hair Affair hair just for competing!   

Don't wait until the last minute to create your avatar in-world and start practicing!  Get started in the Virtual Highway welcome area! Registration is limited to first 10 sign ups (with back up list), so contact Marianna Monentez and sign up today! Deadline for registration is July 18!

Date:  Saturday July 21
Time:  11 AM PST
Place:  Breakers Point, Virtual Highway


For more information, contact Marianna Monentez in VirtualHighway.us.




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Boho Beachwear Review Series - 1 of 4


With summer upon us and a time for celebrating in the sun and on the beaches, it's also a time for cool, breezy beachwear.  This report is the first in a series on the popular Bohemian fashion long flowing dress style.  We'll also be featuring some of the well known surfing beaches as backdrops to our sample pictures.

Hopefully, our male readers will enjoy this series even though the fit might be a little tight in some areas.

Our first featured Boho dresses are provided by Saris Saenz of Saris Creations, who is also listed in the Links We Like sidebar.

From the bridge overlooking the surf on the Chi, the oldest public surfing sim in Second Life, we have the Saris Creations' Jasper dress and top.



Looking for some shade, we see Saris Saenz' Yasu combination at Braata Beach.






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Cake Time Virtual Highway

Submitted by Marianna Monentes



Creative Cakes by M. was established in Second Life, 2009. Since that
time we have acquired confectionary skills which enables us to create
the most elegant cakes. You will find chocolate curls, curly springs,
whipped curls and garnishes found only here at Creative Cakes by M. We
do customize cakes, price vary depending on the time it takes, some
cakes have over 500 prims...and delicious. Creative Cakes can be found
at Virtual Highway Fine Foods
                                   http://virtualhighway.us/
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Kantbe Thursday - Fun Fact




"DUDE !" Surfers represent a diverse culture based on riding the waves. Within the United States, surfing culture is most dominant in Hawaii and California which offer the best surfing conditions. However, waves can be found wherever there is coastline, a far-reaching subculture of surfers has emerged throughout America. Some markers of the culture included the "woodie", the station wagon used to carry surfers' boards, as well as "boardshorts", the long swim shorts typically worn while surfing.



Fun Facts provided courtesy of Caledonia Skytower and Seanchai Library


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SLSA Encinitas Pro Results

The Second Life Surfing Association (SLSA) Encinitas Pro was held Saturday, June 23rd. It was the 51st series event for the SLSA and the final competition for the first part of the 2112 season. It also marked the first time for a non-SSi board to be used in a competition as we surfed on HP5 boards.

It was a long day but a fun one. The party in the stands was rocking! The wave and sim were very well behaved. And there were some high scores that have not been seen in a long time. It was incredible to watch!

Final results were:

Finals
1st: Wilfrid DeCuir - 17.00
2nd: Abel Halderman - 16.50
3rd: iLauren Resident - 15.83 (tie)
3rd: Lourinho Ninza - 15.83 (tie)
5th: Zelda Zimberman - 15.67
6th: Damiana Babcock - 15.33
Semi 1
Violet Rain:  14.50
Lourinho Nizna:  15.00* (Advanced in surf off)
Dax Verline:  15.00
Zelda Zimberman:  15.50

Semi 2
Wilfrid DeCuir:  16.50
Damiana Babcock:  15.50
Jordan Mendle:  13.83
oizanata Resident:  12.83

Semi 3
Imzadi Amaterasu:  14.67
iLauren Resident:  15.67
Abel Halderman:  15.00
Sarah Pevensey:  14.50

Heat 1
Abel Halderman:  14.33
Colleen Brennan:  13.17
Petra Xaris:  13.50
Melian Catronis:  12.17
Violet Rain:  14.50

Heat 2
Bobbi Laval:  14.83
Cierra Theriac:  11.83
Lanky Silvercloud:  13.67
Wilfrid DeCuir:  16.67
Dax Verline:  15.00

Heat 3
Jordan Mendle:  13.00
Ashoka Mosely:  6.83
Imzadi Amaterasu:  14.16
Ignacio Pevensey:  9.33
Saiansamuel Resident:  9.00

Heat 4
Maldrul Morris:  13.83
Sally LaSalle:  14.67
Lourinho Nizna:  15.00
Sarah Pevensey:  15.00
Sparkie Cyberstar: 13.67

Heat 5
Zelda Zimberman:  14.67
Damiana Babcock:  15.67
Robbin Ember:  13.50
Jen Gustafson:  13.67
Naveah11 Resident:  14.00

Heat 6
Rayzza Rubble:  14.33
Revlon Benoir:  13.00
Mick Lunasea:  13.50
iLaurenB Resident:  16.00
oizanata Davi:  15.50

Staff
Event Coordinator: Revy Benoir
Head Judge: Xander Datura
Judge: Sunrize Mornington
Judge: Figger Arun
Marshal: Colleen Brennen
Security: Rayzza Rubble
DJ: Violet Rain
Wetsuit/Rashies: Revy Benoir

 Getting instructions from the marshal. Everybody ready?

 It's a party!
 The always awesome judges!

 Our finalists waiting to paddle out.

Primo seats!

Following Photos Courtesy of Dax Verlaine



 
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SLSA Competition Winner!

Submitted by Coolkat "CK" Delicioso

Wilfrid DeCuir wins the HP comp June 2012
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CelticMaiden WarriorLancaster in Concert Virtual Highway!




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SLSA Celebrates with Free Concert Saturday, June 23!


The SL Surfing Association (SLSA) is celebrating its 10th season with a free concert after this season's final Pro Competition on Encinatas.  Come join the celebration with "Sting Like A Scorpion", a Scorpions tribute at San Diego Port on June 23rd at 4PM SLT.
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SLSA Encinitas Pro Heat Draws

The Heat Draws for the Second Life Surfing Association (SLSA) Encinitas Pro have been announced!

Date: Saturday, June 23rd
Time: 11:00 am SLT (competitors please be on site and ready to go at 10:45am)
Place: Encinitas
Wave: HP Teahupoo
Board: HP5 (any version)

and without further ado...

Heat 1
Abel Halderman (RED)
followingwaves Sirbu (BLUE)
Petra Xaris (GREEN)
Melian Catronis (ORANGE)
Violet Rain (PURPLE)

Heat 2
Bobbi Laval (RED)
Cierra Theriac (BLUE)
Lanky Silvercloud (GREEN)
Wilfrid DeCuir (ORANGE)
Dax Verline (PURPLE)

Heat 3
Jordan Mendle (RED)
Ashoka Mosely (BLUE)
Imzadi Amaterasu (GREEN)
Ignacio Pevensey (ORANGE)
Saiansamuel Resident (PURPLE)

Heat 4
Maldrul Morris (RED)
Sally LaSalle (BLUE)
Lourinho Nizna (GREEN)
Sarah Pevensey (ORANGE)
Sparkie Cyberstar (PURPLE)

Heat 5
Zelda Zimberman (RED)
Damiana Babcock (BLUE)
Robbin Ember (GREEN)
Jen Gustafson (ORANGE)
Naveah11 Resident (PURPLE)

Heat 6
Rayzza Rubble (RED)
Revlon Benoir (BLUE)
Mick Lunasea (GREEN)
iLaurenB Resident (ORANGE)
oizanata Davi (PURPLE)

Stand-bys:
Colleen Brennan
Bullet Admiral
Curshaw Resident
Ekozlov Resident
NevenJr Resident

NOTE: This list may be subject to change. I will post an update if any changes occur. Changes should be posted on the SLSA Forum.
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New Members Guide to SLSA Surf Comps

Posted by permission of SLSA

The SLSA (Second Life Surfing Association) holds competitions through 10 months in a year. A year is divided into two seasons: February-June (Season 1) and August-December (Season 2).

How to compete in the SLSA competitions
----------------------------------------------
Competitions are FREE to enter.
To compete you need to:
1. Belong to the SL Surfing Association group (free to join)
2. Be registered as a member of the SLSA forum (http://www.surfslsa.org/forums).  After you register, wait for activation of your account, which due to a number of bots registered before, is done manually by one of the SLSA Directors or forum moderators, after they confirm that you're a real avatar and belong to the SL Surfing Association group in SL. The activation shouldn't take more than 24hours.
3. Watch for SLSA group notices and check the SLSA forum (http://www.surfslsa.org/forums) for news and updates. Every significant announcement is done via group notice in-world, so no worries you'll miss something.
4. After the registration is open (it's always on a week before the competition, on Sunday at 12 noon SLT) register at the SLSA forum by following the link posted in the group notice. And replying to the Sign up post in the forum.
5. Before the competition the heat draws will be announced, and you will receive a competition pack with colour rashguards and boardies/kinis and important notecards to read (must read!) in it.
6. At the competition you need to use the type of surfboard that was announced as required for the competition.
The Comp:
1 you will be assigned to a heat with about 4 or 5 other surfers, and you will be assigned a rashguard color to wear.
2 you will get to surf 3 waves, and 3 judges give you a score out of 10 for each wave.
3 your best two wave scores are added together to give your heat score.
4 if you come first or second in your heat you will advance to the next stage of competition.
5 enjoy the fun and camaraderie on the waves and especially the party wave at the end of your heat (all surfers join in)
Prizes for the main event include a trophy board and Lindens for the top 12 finishers.

At all times the SLSA directors are at your service. Contact any director if you have any questions. :)

See you on the waves!
The SLSA Board of Directors
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Tone Uriza in Concert Virtual Highway




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SLSA at SLB9!


The step into liquid theme conceived by Sally LaSalle is perfect fit for SLB9 Exhibit. The "Hyper Wave" features a green board elevator that takes you into the surfing sphere where a surfboard rezzes to ride. SLSA members provided all the photos plus all teams that ever competed in SLSA are featured as well. Special thanks to Sally and Mick and to members for contributing and making this happen!

If you have the time, hang around the exhibit to greet people new to surfing in SL who might have questions.

Also join in the celebration of International Surf Day http://vimeo.com/43497320
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Welcome Webby Merlin! Virtual Highway

Submitted by Marianna Monentes

I have incredible news, Webby Merlin of Mated for Life and the Sugar
Shack product line is here in Virtual Highway and has just finished
filling her vending sign with “Mated for Life” Na'vi avatar line.  You
will find everything you need to create a complete realistic Avatar
with awesome details all using an ingenious menu system which allows
you to change the colors of your beads, ties, skin etc all with one
click.  When you purchase your Na'vi avatar from Webby you not only
have a quality avatar you have reassurance from Webby herself to help
you achieve that “look” you are after.

Due to be released this weekend, Webby will be adding the Sugar Shack
line, the private “personal attachments” every human needs to be
anatomically “complete”. All these items are HUD driven and allow you
to MOD and COPY so that you can have complete control over your
personal look.
In cooperation with Tiffany Magic, maker of fine beds, rugs, loungers
and other animated furniture, Webby has developed the Sugar Shack
men's “package” to adjust in position automatically with changes of
animations in the MLP beds.
“What's next, Webby?'
“Well I can see a need for some improved hands and feet, how about my
Finishing Touch Nails (hud driven fingernails with gemstone rings and
100 nail designs in one kit) and my semi-famous “Sandalfoot” line of
beachy footwear (includes the feet – color and texture changing as
well!)”
“Why does everything change colors, textures etc.?”
“Stems from my perpetual lack of decision making abilities. And short
term memory loss. What?”
http://virtualhighway.us/
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NOOB and NOW: Figger Arun

Submitted by Jimbo the Cart Boy

We all know that change can be good, especially when it comes to our personal appearances. Your friends at SurfWatch are excited to bring to you a new ongoing feature we like to call "NOOB and NOW". Today we proudly present to you, Figger Arun: 
Figger Arun - NOOB

Figger Arun - NOW

Would you like to be featured in an upcoming NOOB and NOW posting?
Click this link for instructions:
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SLSA Encinitas Open Results

The Second Life Surfing Association (SLSA) Encinitas Open was held Saturday, June 16th.
Heat 1
Jen Gustafson  12.83
Curshaw Resident  9.00
Saiansamuel Resident 10.83
bullet Admiral  10.17

Heat 2 
Colleen Brennan  10.33
Dax Verline  12.50
oizanata Davi  11.33
Sarah Pevensey  13.17

Heat 3 
Violet Rain  12.67
Wilfrid DeCuir 15.17
Naveah11 Resident  12.50
Nevenjr Resident  7.00

Heat 4 
Ignacio Pevensey  14.67
iLaurenB Resident  14.50
Sparkie Cyberstar  14.00
Ekozlov Resident  8.83

Final
Wilfrid DeCuir  15.00
Ignacio Pevensey  14.33
iLaurenB Resident  13.67
Sarah Pevensey  12.50
Violet Rain  10.17
Jen Gustafson  9.83



Advancing to the Pro:
Jen Gustafson
Saiansamuel Resident
Dax Verline
Sarah Pevensey
Violet Rain
Wilfrid DeCuir
Ignacio Pevensey
iLaurenB Resident
Sparkie Cyberstar
Naveah11 Resident

Standby list (In order of highest score)
oizanata Davi
Colleen Brennan
bullet Admiral
Curshaw Resident
Ekozlov Resident
Nevenjr Resident

Staff:
Event Coordinator - Revy Benoir
Head Judge - Maldrul Morris
Judge - Xander Datura
Judge - Cierra Theriac
Marshal - Violet Rain / Rayzza Rubble
Security - Rayzza Rubble
(note from Cierra - Consider training for and working as a Marshal or Judge. Being part of the event staff is a lot of fun. Or else I wouldn't do it. :) Contact any of the directors for information.)

The SLSA Encinitas Pro will be held on Saturday, June 23rd at 11am SLT.

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Kantbe Serious: Fun Fact


The Beach Boys have often been called "America's Band", and Allmusic has stated that "the band's unerring ability... made them America's first, best rock band.” The group has had 36 US Top 40 hits (the most by an American rock band) and 56 “Hot 100” hits, including four number-one singles. “Rolling Stone” magazine listed The Beach Boys at number 12 on their 2004 list of the "100 Greatest Artists of All Time," the highest ranking for an American rock band.

Fun Facts provided courtesy of Caledonia Skytower and Seanchai Library



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Virtual World Surfing - Catch a Wave!

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SLSA Encinitas Open Heat Draws

The heat draws for the Second Life Surfing Association (SLSA) Encinitas Open have been announced. The event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, June 16th at 11am SLT. The event organizers ask that all participants be on site and ready to go at 10:45am SLT.

Heat 1
Jen Gustafson (RED)
Curshaw Resident (BLUE)
jayden Domenici (GREEN)
Saiansamuel Resident (ORANGE)
bullet Admiral (PURPLE)

Heat 2
Colleen Brennan (RED)
Dax Verline (BLUE)
oizanata Davi (GREEN)
Ekozlov Resident (ORANGE)
Sarah Pevensey (PURPLE)

Heat 3
Violet Rain (RED)
Wilfrid DeCuir (BLUE)
Naveah11 Resident (GREEN)
CIRD Taurus (ORANGE)

Heat 4
Ignacio Pevensey (RED)
iLaurenB Resident (BLUE)
Sparkie Cyberstar (GREEN)
Zoso Zepp (ORANGE)

Comp packages with landmarks, rashies, and rules will be sent out soon.  If you are not competing come join us in the stands to cheer on those out in the water. See ya there!

All the information for the event can be found here.
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LaNebia's Shops Network Virtual Highway

Submitted by Marianna Monentes

LaNebia Stransky of LaNebia's Shops Network has just opened shop here
at Virtual Highway at the Blue Moon Pandoran RP Region Shopping Pods
in the Virtual Highway Mothership welcome area.

As you can see in this photo, LaNebia offers many Na'vi skins for you
to create that Na'vi avatar so you can get into character for the
awesome Roleplay soon to come.
You can find LaNebia's either by obtaining the LM at the welcome area
or IM Marianna Monentes for a tp.
Welcome LaNebia, she is one creator we are so thankful to have join us.
http://virtualhighway.us/
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Team Profile: Montego


Team Name:  Montego



Year Founded:  2009

Founder(s): Robbin Ember, Kohana Schimmer & Candywhite Compton

Owner/Captain:  Robbin Ember

Co-Captains:  Robbin Ember & Sunrize Mornington

Mentors:  Maxwell Silvansky

Current Team Standing:  Montego is currently ranked in first place as of this post, Season 1 2012.

Where did the team name come from:  It was named after a beach that Robbin Ember worked on at that time.

Why was this team started:  When Cornish disbanded, Montego was formed.

Pertinent history/team highlights:  Montego has gone through changes. The only original team member left surfing is Robbin Ember, Maxwell is still around as our supporter along with his trusty sidekick, Bandit. In 2010 It was like restarting the team with Robbin, Sunrize, Bodhi & Maldrul. The team has since grown as friendships formed. We are one big family of friends who care for each other and love surfing together.

How does this team train and how often: Montego has no real training program. The surfers meet up once or twice before a comp and chat, surf, basically have fun together. Of course we try to help answer each other's question about problems we may have with a wave or a board, but it is mainly a surf party with friends.

What is the basic philosophy behind this team in terms of SL surfing (reality vs. gaming): Fun In Friendship. The friendships are real and the surfing is something we all enjoy and love doing together.

What board does this team use and why? SSI. Some of Montego surfers prefer longboards and some short. Makes for a better balanced team.

What wave does this team prefer and why?  [no response]

What associations does this team compete in? SLSA, some independant comps ie. non SLSA sanctioned events

Who are the top scoring riders on this team? By the rankings for Season 1 2012 (as of this post): Sunrize Mornington, Jordan Mendle, Damiana Babcock, Maldrul Morris, Ashoka Moseley, Zelda Zimberman, Robbin Ember. All of Montego are top riders in Sunny's book. (That is a fact!)  We like to take turns being on the podium too. LOL

additional comments from co-founder, Robbin Ember:  The "thing about Sun, she kept this thing together and Mal, well he did too, and Bodhi... and I love them all so much..."
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Registration for SLSA Encinitas Comp Closes Tonight

Reminder to all those that want to, or have been thinking about, competing in the Second Life Surfing Association (SLSA) Encinitas competition that registration closes at midnight tonight SLT, 6/12/12.

With 38 surfers currently registered (at the time this was written), the Open will be held Saturday, June 16th at 11am SLT. The currently ranked top 20 surfers and those that advance from the Open will be surfing in the Pro event to be held on Saturday, June 23rd at 11am SLT.

The event will be held on Encinitas using HP5 boards and on the Teahupoo wave. If you do not have your own HP5 board, there is a rezzer on the beach and will be available for the competition.

It's time to get up and personal with the HP5 board and tame that wave!

To register, head over to the SLSA forum and we will see you on the waves.
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Kantbe Serious: FUN FACT


“HEY BRA!  WATCHU DOIN’?” For centuries surfing was a part of ancient Polynesian culture. Surfing may have been first observed by Europeans at Tahiti in 1767 by the crew of the “Dolphin” – the first Europeans to visit the island. OR botanist Joseph Banks -  part of the first voyage of James Cook on the “HMS Endeavour” in April 1769 on Tahiti. Lieutenant James King was the first to write about the art of surfing on Hawaii when completing the journals of Captain James Cook in 1779.

Fun Facts provided courtesy of Caledonia Skytower and Seanchai Library  

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