Big Island Vacation Guide 2009 - (Page 12) Beach Parks with Lifeguards Hilo Carlsmith Beach Park Weekends Water Safety Take care in and around the water. From shore, the clear, tropical waters of the Pacific look very inviting. And for the most part they are. But the ocean also commands respect. Strong, hidden currents can easily overpower even the most seasoned swimmer. Diving can be dangerous due to hidden rocks below the surface. Avoid walking on coral as it may cut your feet, as well as damage the coral. It’s a good idea to check for jellyfish or Portuguese man-of-war before entering the water. You’re more likely to spot them eight to ten days after a full moon. Standing on rock outcroppings can also be dangerous because of the risk of a sudden, rogue wave. Never turn your back on the ocean and always follow posted signs. If you’re uncertain about conditions, ask a lifeguard. Have fun, but please don’t take chances. Honoli‘i Beach Park Daily Leleiwi Beach Park Weekends Onekahakaha Beach Park Weekends Richardson Ocean Park Daily Kohala Coast Hapuna Beach State ¯ Recreation Area Daily Spencer Beach Park Weekends Kona Coast Kahalu‘u Beach Park Daily La‘aloa Beach Park Daily Puna Ahalanui Beach Park Daily Hawai‘i Island Major Sporting Events PGA MasterCard Championship – January This event, held at the Hualalai Resort ¯ Golf Club, annually kicks off the PGA Champion’s Tour. 800-417-2770, www.mastercardchampionship.com Parker Ranch Independence Day Rodeo – July See real paniolo (Hawaiian cowboys) in action. 877-885-7999, 885-5669, www.parkerranch.com/events 52nd Annual Haili Volleyball Tournament – March This popular event features novice to nationally ranked AA players from around the United States. 961-3633, www.hailivolleyball.com Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament – August This weeklong event is known as the “grandfather of all big game fishing tournaments.” 2009 marks the event’s 50th 9th Annual Hilton Waikoloa Village USTA Challenger Tennis Tournament – January Watch the best professional tennis players in the world compete in both singles and doubles competition. 886-2222, www.hiltonwaikoloavillage.com/ ustachallenger/index.asp Lavaman Triathlon – March Features an ocean swim, off-road run and bike ride down Queen Ka‘ahumanu Hwy. 329-9718, www.lavamantriathlon.com anniversary. 836-3422, www.hibtfishing.com Ford Honu Half-Ironman Triathlon – May Ford Ironman Triathlon World Championship – October Big Island International Marathon – March Run along the ocean at one of the world’s more scenic marathons. 969-7400, www.hilomarathon.org This extreme event is considered the world’s This event is part of the official qualifier top triathlon. series for the Ironman Triathlon World 329-0063, www.ironmanlive.com/events/ Championship held on the island in October. ironman/worldchampionship 329-0063, www.honuhalfironman.com Kona Marathon & Family Fun Runs – June More than a decade old, this event features four great races for the entire family. 325-0287, www.konamarathon.com Waikoloa Women’s Golf Challenge – November This three-day event brings together female golfers from across the country. 886-5524, www.waikoloabeachresort.com For a complete listing of sporting events on the island of Hawai‘i, visit www.bigisland. org/calendar. Events subject to change. 12 www.bigisland.org http://www.dolphinquest.com http://www.dolphinquest.com http://www.parkerranch.com/events http://www.hailivolleyball.com http://www.mastercardchampionship.com http://www.hibtfishing.com http://www.lavamantriathlon.com http://www.hiltonwaikoloavillage.com/ustachallenger/index.asp http://www.hiltonwaikoloavillage.com/ustachallenger/index.asp http://www.ironmanlive.com/events/ironman/worldchampionship http://www.ironmanlive.com/events/ironman/worldchampionship http://www.honuhalfironman.com http://www.hilomarathon.org http://www.waikoloabeachresort.com http://www.konamarathon.com http://www.bigisland.org/calendar http://www.bigisland.org/calendar http://www.bigisland.org
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