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2002 World Flying Disc Federation WORLD ULTIMATE CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS August 4, 2002, Honolulu, Hawaii USA |
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Hawai'i, the Aloha State
See also related pages:Weather
Daytime temperature averages around 89 degrees Farenheit (29.4 C) in August, with pleasant, cooling winds at 14 mph (? km/hr). Nights are cooler, at 74 degrees F (23 C). Water temperature averages 74 degrees F (23 C). Click for daily or monthly weather reports (links soon).
Activities
Aside from playing and spectating ultimate at WUCC 2002? Play local pick-up with Hawaii Ultimate League Association, Coed HOPU Tournament, or HULA Maui Chapter. Be sure to bring your aloha spirit! Enjoy the tropical beaches -- swim, ride the waves by surfboard, boogie board or just your body (wave size varies by location, time of year, and luck). Click on the lifeguards' interactive beach map for more info. Snorkel at Hanauma Bay or scuba dive. Equipment can be rented in many places. Hike and visit waterfalls or tidepools Learn about Hawaiian culture at Bishop Museum (Honolulu), Polynesian Cultural Center (La'ie) Do free activities in Waikiki like watching or learning hula, make leis or learn a little ukulele at Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center Visit Pearl Harbor Make friends with the locals And of course, you can always shop and sightsee.
Things to Use while on O'ahu
- Sunscreen! Strong sun + cool breeze = self-deception and burned skin
- The secret is to REAPPLY YOUR SUNSCREEN OFTEN.
- Disc and game gear
- Slippers/flip-flops
- Swim suit and towel
- Cool clothes for a warm climate -- maybe one long-sleeve shirt and pants (but you might never need them)
- Sequined dress and party hat optional
Hawai'i Facts
The state of Hawai'i is comprised of 7 main islands, O'ahu (the site of the WUCC 2002 tournament), Maui, Moloka'i, Kahao'olawe, Kaua'i, Lana'i, Ni'ihau, and the biggest island, also named Hawai'i (or "the Big Island"). These islands voted to become the 50th state of the United States in 1959. Prior to 1893, the Hawaiian Islands had been governed by native Hawaiians, notably by King Kamehameha, who united the main islands in 1780, and his descendants. In 1893, the Hawaiian government, embodied by Queen Liliuokalani, was overthrown by U.S. citizens. For more on Hawaiian history, visit the interactive timeline at the Office of Hawaiian Affairs. (map of Hawaiian Island chain coming soon)
For more information, click on the following links:
Honolulu is the state's capital city, and is on the island of O'ahu. Within Honolulu, the neighborhood of Waikiki is an important tourist district; WUCC players will have discounts with Waikiki hotels. Transport for players will be arranged between these hotels and the playing field. Players may also find their own transport. Public bus service is visitor-oriented and easy to use (rates: $1.50 for adults). There are many car rental agencies on the island.
(map of O'ahu with Honolulu and Waikiki, and more specific street map of Waikiki, with hotels coming soon)
The WUCC 2002 playing fields are located in Waipi'o, on the western side of the island of O'ahu. (Field link) Bus transport between designated Waikiki hotels and the playing fields will be arranged.
(map showing O'ahu, Honolulu and Waikiki, and Waipi'o)
The People of Hawai'i
While the people of Hawai'i are American citizens, Hawai'i also has its own unique culture influenced by native Hawaiians of Polynesian origin, Polynesians (Tongan, Samoan), Asians (Chinese, Filipino, Japanese), and others. Many people are ethnically and racially mixed.(population graph coming soon)
The principal language spoken is standard, American English. Some people speak a local form of English called Pidgin. Pidgin has words from English, Hawaiian and Asian languages in it, as well as its own grammar patterns. The Hawaiian language is also experiencing a renaissance. Families and communities may also use other languages.