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Fred Hemmings    

Hawaiian Historian, Politician and Former World Champion Surfer

Fred Hemmings qualifies as a leading authority on the history and culture of Hawaii and surfing. As a world champion surfer and founder of professional surfing, Fred not only knows surfing history, he helped make it. His eclectic background as a waterman, entrepreneur, radio talk show host, television commentator and political leader has gained him the reputation as a respected authority on Hawaii. Hemmings's speaking presentations focus on the history of Hawaii and/or surfing and can be tailored to meet your group's specific interests.

Speech Topics

Surfing Science, Technique and Equipment

Have you ever wondered where waves come from and why they are all so different? You are not alone in your curiosity even many surfer's do not fully understand the science of waves. Fred Hemmings, author of several books on surfing, former world champion and recognized as a leading authority presents the science, techniques and equipment used in surfing as part of his insightful presentation.

Surfing History

It is most interesting that of all the peoples of human history only the ancient Hawaiians saw pleasure in the surf. The history of surfing brought to you by Fred Hemmings is told only as he, as a champion waterman, can tell it. Hear the colorful history of surfing from one of the sports icons, Fred Hemmings of Hawaii.

Contemporary Hawaii

Unique is the best word to describe contemporary Hawaii. Fred Hemmings' presentation is punctuated with humor and personal anecdotes. He speaks of Hawaii's isolation, cultural diversity, colorful history as well as delving in to the many ethnic groups' contributions of language, foods, and Hawaii's "local style" of living. In this presentation, there are descriptions of prominent places as well as hidden treasures not seen by many of Hawaii's visitors. Hemmings defines aloha through his personal stories of the beloved Duke Kahanamoku.

Paddling Through Hawaii's History

Fred Hemmings fascinates his audience with stories that tell of the history of Hawaii from the time when ancient Polynesians navigated vast expanses of the Pacific to come upon these islands to the marvels of modern day Hawaii. History has many faces. Hemmings enthralls listeners with accounts from the time of ancient Hawaii, Captain Cook's "discovery" of the "Sandwich Isles," the evolution of the Kingdom, the overthrow of the Monarchy, annexation to the US and through the 20th century to modern day Hawaii. Hawaii's history, as told by Hemmings, is captivating and enlightening.

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News

Fred's crosses $18 threshold - Memphis Business Journal
Fred's Inc. touched a new 52-week high today, but recently crossed a technical milestone that investors must be pleased to see.

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