For surfers, artificial wave pools provide consistent practice, something they say is needed for Hawaiian surfers to remain competitive in the sport. But in the birthplace of surfing, a proposed artificial wave lagoon is being opposed by other Hawaiians, saying it would endanger the environment. (May 29) (AP Video by Jennifer Sinco Kelleher)
EWA BEACH, Hawaii (AP) — Brian Keaulana is the quintessential Native Hawaiian waterman, well-known in Hawaii and beyond for his deep understanding of the ocean, gifted with surfing and lifeguarding skills passed down from his big-wave rider father.
