We had a great time on our most recent trip to Maui. Sun, sand, and surfing! Goofy Foot Surf School in Lahaina provided the boards, swim shirts, shoes, and our instructor, Bully. Bully, who looked tough but was a really nice guy, has been surfing since the age of 4, and was a fantastic instructor. We all managed to get up on our feet the first time out! We didn't necessarily stay on our feet for long that first time, but we did get up. By the last ride in, we were all pros. Or, close to it. Surfing lessons are definitely a must-do in Hawaii. (Side note: If you do take lessons, be sure to wear board shorts - the non-skid surface on the boards is a little rough on bare legs!)
Since we were all in the water, and focusing on not getting hit by our boards or hitting anyone else with our boards, I wasn't able to record video. But we had some pics taken of Ashleigh, so here's a compilation for your viewing pleasure.
Untitled from Marnie Wilking on Vimeo.
The rest of the time was spent snorkeling and building sand castles on a variety of beaches, driving to parts of the island we hadn't been. Dragon's Teeth, La Perouse Bay, Oneloa Beach, and of course, our favorite, Black Rock, where we came almost nose-to-nose with a very large sea turtle! We also managed to get in a trip to the Maui Ocean Center, where our octopus friend entertained us by periodically punching an annoying fish. (Seriously! Watch the video!)
We were given a proper Hawaii welcome by a sea turtle while snorkeling at Black Rock. Ashleigh was able to use her Kodak PlaySport camera to get some underwater shots as our friend munched away, and tried to escape from the crowd of people who eventually also came to take pictures. I'm still working on editing that video so that you don't get seasick just from watching it.
More pictures are on the menu to the left. Holidays - and more pictures - are coming soon!
In the meantime, Hang Loose!
