PPS is dedicated to:
   Increase public awareness of the historical, present-day, and future significance of Hawaii’s ranching industry, with emphasis on the roles and traditions of the paniolo.
   Collect, preserve and interpret documentation, photos, and artifacts that represent paniolo heritage.
   Collect, preserve and interpret the living heritage of paniolo history and Hawaii’s ranching culture.
   Develop financial resources to achieve the mission and goals via membership and fundraising.

THE LONG-TERM MISSION IS
To build and maintain a Regional Ranching and Paniolo Cultural Center with a focus on the Hawaiian ranching industry and the paniolo (cowboys) that made the industry possible.
The Great Waiomina Centennial Celebration, a public awareness program of the Paniolo Preservation Society, will be promoted beginning in 2007, offering statewide events throughout 2008. These events will publicize our long-term goal of developing a Regional Ranching and Paniolo Cultural Center with an Internet-accessible library of historical archives and thousands of maps and photographs.

2008 Waiomina Centennial Celebration Event Schedule

MARCH, 2008
Trail Ride.
A rugged trail ride, over lava rock and hilly terrain, limited to 20 riders. Site TBA.

MAY 2008
May Day Celebrations with paniolo themes at several schools throughout the State.

JUNE 2008
Trail Ride.
A leisurely trail ride over good terrain, participation approximately 100 riders. Site TBA.

JULY 4, 2008
Parker Ranch’s decades-long rodeo traditions continue in 2008, declared the “Year of the Paniolo,” with the 46th Annual July 4 Rodeo.

Hosted by Parker Ranch at their rodeo arena in Waimea and featuring paniolo from ranches around the island, both include action-packed rodeo events, keiki (children) activities, ono (delicious) food and more.

Ticket purchases in advance at the Parker Ranch Store or at the gate. Children 10 & under free.
www.parkerranch.com info@parkerranch.com

JULY 19-26, 2008
Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Join the Paniolo Preservation Society and its Waiomina Centennial Committee in a 6-day trip to the “Daddy of ‘em all” where three Hawaiians showed Hawaii had cowboys too in 1908! The Old West Museum will unveil its tribute to the paniolo and to the other cowboy participants back in 1908 when the world of the American cowboy was expanded to include Hawaii. See the CFD Rodeo website.

AUGUST 16, 2008
Pa’u Workshop at Anna Ranch in the morning.

"Real Beef by Real Cowboys"
at Pukalani Stables in the afternoon, sponsored by Hawaii Cattlemen's Association.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 22, 2008
Opening Cocktail Reception at Anna Ranch.
Our opening event will be held on the grounds of Historic Anna Ranch and commemorate the actual day that Ikua Purdy shocked the western world with his unprecedented win. Informal. Limitred public participation.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 23, 2008
Old Hawaii on Horseback.
This colorful pageant will recreate the historic tradition started by Anna Perry-Fiske in 1967 to showcase selected events in Hawaiian history thru colorful costumes and challenging horsemanship. To be held at Minuke’ole Park, next to the YMCA/Town Hall.

Horse Races.
Late afternoon at the Parker Ranch Rodeo Grounds and followed by the concert.

Hawaiian Music Concert at The Rodeo Grounds.
This evening of entertainment will feature Melveen Leed, Jerry Santos and other famed musicians singing both traditional and new paniolo and Hawaiian favorites. The event will be held at the Parker Ranch Rodeo Grounds.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 24, 2008
Trail Ride, Ranch Activities & BBQ.
A day at the ranch with a choice of horseback trail ride, ranch activities including ATV and wagon rides; tours of several nearby ranches; various cultural activities; followed by a barbecue dinner and entertainment. A time for mainland and Hawaii cowboys to talk story.

MONDAY - THURSDAY, AUGUST 25-28, 2007 ( all tours are pending participation and sponsorship)
Multidisciplinary Technology Tours will be available including:

Livestock Tours – visits to various ranches to demonstrate Hawaii livestock handling practices.
Astronomy Tours - guided tours of observatory offices and the ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center, all in Hilo; optional tour to the Visitor's Center at the 9,000 ft level of Mauna Kea.
Energy Tours - wind, geothermal and ocean energy projects.
Farm & Agriculture Tours - various agricultural projects (vanilla, cacao, coffee, macadamia nut, bananas, others); forest and soil conservation sites; and aquaculture projects at the Natural Energy Labs (NELHA).
Volcano National Park - Volcanoes National Park visitor center; visits to the volcano and seismic observatory; views of recently active craters; and a walk through a lava tube. Discussion with scientists on volcanic energy.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 29, 2008
Paniolo Pa'ina at Pukalani Stables.
There is nothing like a real paniolo pa'ina to celebrate our Hawaiian cowboys! Performances by our local halau hula. A perfect family event!

SATURDAY, AUGUST 30, 2008
Parker Ranch Labor Day Rodeo weekend.

The fun filled family event is sponsored and organized by the Parker Ranch employees and held at their rodeo grounds. Some outside participation is invited.

Ticket purchases in advance at the Parker Ranch Store or at the gate. Children 10 & under free.
www.parkerranch.com info@parkerranch.com

An Evening at Pu‘uopelu.
This paniolo formal event will be held at the historic home of the last Parker Ranch owner, Richard Smart. This is a fund raising event for PPS. Piano music by Jay Larrin. Silent and live auctions.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 31, 2008
Parker Ranch Employee Rodeo.
The fun continues and the winners prevail!

Evening BBQ and Paniolo Stew Cook off.
Another fun evening at Kahua Ranch that not only includes great food, but will have a paniolo singing exhibition.

MONDAY, SEPT.1, 2008
Cowgirls of the Far West Brunch & Fashion Show.
First annual event featuring local designers sharing their best paniolo attire during a saucy fashion show with charming cowboys and cowgirls. Held at Daniel Thiebaut Restaurant.