From the President’s Desk
ALOHA OUTRIGGER ‘OHANA, As we come to the close of this chapter together, I want to take a moment—on behalf of the Board of Directors—to express my deepest gratitude to you, our members, for what you bring to the Outrigger Canoe Club.
JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2026
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This Club is far more than a collection of buildings at the foot of Diamond Head or a calendar filled with events and competitions. It is a living community, shaped every day by the people who show up—with aloha, respect, and a shared love of the ocean and one another. It is sustained by volunteers who give their time generously, by athletes who compete with pride and
culture. The simple gestures—welcoming a new member, sharing a story, offering encouragement on the water or a smile on the lanai—are what keep the spirit of OCC alive. That responsibility belongs to all of us, and you have carried it with care. As I close this message, I do so with immense gratitude and confidence in the future of the Outrigger Canoe Club. There is no one better suited than our next President, Chris Laird, for what is on the horizon. We will be undertaking a major electrical upgrade, which we will use as an opportunity to make necessary updates to other parts of the campus. He has been deeply involved in those projects since their infancy. I am looking forward to following his lead. This institution is strong because its people are strong. It endures because its values endure. I also want to thank my family, Jessie and Holden, whose support and understanding permits me to be so involved in a place that means so much to us. Also, please excuse my son if he continues to say, “My dad’s the president,” for the next few months as he learns about “term limits” and adjusts to no longer being a part of the “first family.” Mahalo nui loa for your trust, your participation, and your aloha. It has been my privilege to serve you.
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humility, by families who create lifelong memories here, and by members who quietly uphold the traditions and values that make OCC truly special. Serving as President has been an honor I will always carry with me. I am often asked “how has it been,” usually with a wry smirk. Every time, I respond the same: I have been surrounded by such talented, intelligent, and caring people on our Board of Directors and with the Club’s management team that it has been a joy. I have been inspired by the commitment of our committees, the professionalism and heart of our staff, and the thoughtful engagement of our membership. Together, we have celebrated victories, navigated challenges, strengthened our governance, and continued the important work of stewarding this Club for future generations. Most importantly, we continue to preserve and evolve what cannot be written into bylaws or policies: our
On the cover: Angie Dolan paddling with her daughter, Photo by Paul Strouse
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On this page: Pat and Angie Dolan in the water, Photo by Paul Strouse
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