UH Research Reveal High Rates of Outrigger Canoe Paddling Especially Among Native Hawaiians and Other
June 21, 2023
June 21, 2023
HONOLULU, Hawaii, June 21 (TNSres) -- The University of Hawaii issued the following news release:
A new study by UH researchers found that 1 out of 5 (20%) of Hawaii residents have participated in the uniquely Hawaiian sport of outrigger paddling. Paddling has particularly high popularity among Native Hawaiians where 42% have joined in this activity. The study also found the next ethnic group with the greatest participation was Pacific Islanders; 31% have paddled in their lifetime. . . .
A new study by UH researchers found that 1 out of 5 (20%) of Hawaii residents have participated in the uniquely Hawaiian sport of outrigger paddling. Paddling has particularly high popularity among Native Hawaiians where 42% have joined in this activity. The study also found the next ethnic group with the greatest participation was Pacific Islanders; 31% have paddled in their lifetime. . . .