Monday, February 27, 2012

Ama Divers coming to HSDTV


AMA DIVERS COMING TO HAWAII SKIN DIVER TV! PLEASE TELL YOUR FRIENDS & FAMILY TO WATCH THIS AMAZING SHOW!

PREMIER: TUESDAY, MARCH 6, 2012 8:30 PM (HST) on channel 16 or 1016 (High Definition)

REPEAT SHOWTIMES 7 TIMES PER WEEK: See http://redseaoceanadventures.com/hsdtv/

WATCH ONLINE: www.oc16.tv (everytime it airs in Hawaii)

FOR MORE INFO: www.redseaoceanadventures.com

Sunday, February 26, 2012

Rough water diving

Today Brent Ching (right) rented a boat for his birthday so joined him and his friends. The weather was windy, cold, dirty water, and big swells so that was my excuse for selecting to be the deck hand for the day. Luckily the boat was 39 ft long but still some of the boys got seasick. Rowen (left) also speared this nice kumu which will be getting steamed tonight.

Deroy Lavatai also showed us how to catch "Tako" Octopus and shared his secret recipe as well for making popcorn tako! It was great meeting new divers and look forward to having them on a Red Sea Ocean Adventure some day.

Rough seas

Means seasick

Boat dive

Starts now!

Friday, February 24, 2012

Women of the Sea


A few years ago I went to Japan with a group of 18 of us for the opportunity to film legendary Ama divers. It was like going back in time when there was no color tv, no computers or cell phones. Just the simple life of providing for your family. It was one of the most fascinating trips ever and we couldn't believe what happened. Since then, I've waited for the right opportunity to air this episode on Hawaii Skin Diver TV. Last year the Tsunami hit Japan and it was not the right time. Next month is the 1-year anniversary of the tragic event that shook the world and we hope this show will help uplift those who were affected. I have much more to say but will save it for another day...

Thursday, February 23, 2012

Celebrating 10 Years

Have you ever gotten butterflies paddling out to a new spot where the waves are going off? Or diving new spots where you don't know what to expect with currents, sharks, etc? Their risks involved in a lot choices we make but something or someone motivates you to try.
After the first ride or wipeout the butterflies subside and the experience of the ride takes over. Its addicting! You are hooked! You must do it again and again.

Then its time to kick out, paddle back, and repeat the process. 10 years ago we took a huge step to start a new business called "RED SEA OCEAN ADVENTURES". It was scary with huge risk involved. I asked millions of questions, prayed for wisdom, sought good advice, then paddled in. Year after year our company has grown and we've seen so many happy people whose dreams have come true. We have met so many cool people along the way and seen strangers become best of friends. Whether you ride the perfect wave, catch your dream fish, or experience a life changing moment it's all worth it. Life is to short to wonder the what ifs and now is the time to try! To all our friends and families who have travelled with us throughout these past 10 years, THANK YOU! The journey has just begun..

Here's a email we received after our last trip which summarized it all...Thanks Matt!

What an awesome and memorable trip! I've been on 5 Red Sea Ocean Adventures and each one has been incredible. I especially enjoyed myself on this one because there was "aunties and uncles" to make it feel like home even though we were far away. Thanks to KB for showing us all why Palau is such a special place. Ceri and my daughter are so jealous after I showed them all the video and photos I took of all the great moments.

Matt

Saturday, February 18, 2012

Gone fishin

Another windy day on Hawaii so headed to the pier to check the action with Maika and Kai. Lots of happy faces here!