PARTNERS IN OHANA

Connecting community, competition, and coastal culture through outrigger canoeing in Avila Beach, California.

  • Pale Kai Outrigger is a community-driven paddling club rooted in Avila Beach, built on the values of ohana, inclusivity, and respect for the ocean.

    For nearly 30 years, PKO has brought together paddlers of all ages and abilities to compete, train, and celebrate the sport of outrigger canoeing while fostering lifelong friendships and community pride.

    Our events are grassroots, high-energy, and deeply personal—where competition meets connection.

  • The Avila Beach Outrigger Expo is one of PKO’s signature annual events, bringing together paddlers from across California and beyond for a full day of racing, celebration, and beachside connection.

    The Expo is more than a event—it’s a reunion, a beach party, and a showcase of the outrigger community’s spirit.

    Event highlights include:

    • Competitive and recreational outrigger events

    • Visiting clubs from across the region

    • Vendors, food, and sponsor activations

    • Post-event lunch, awards, and storytelling on the beach

  • Our Audience

    • Outrigger paddlers and water athletes

    • Families, friends, and supporters

    • Visiting clubs and alumni paddlers

    • Local Avila Beach community

    Demographics & Psychographics

    • Health- and lifestyle-oriented

    • Community-minded and loyal

    • Passionate about outdoor recreation

    • Strong brand affinity for sponsors who show up authentically

    This is an engaged, present, and highly social audience—both on-site and online

  • Sponsoring the PKO Avila Beach Outrigger Expo offers brands a chance to:

    • Align with an authentic, values-driven community

    • Gain meaningful, in-person engagement—not just logo placement

    • Reach a niche but loyal and influential audience

    • Support local sport, wellness, and coastal culture

    • Be part of an experience people talk about long after event day

    Our sponsors are partners, not background logos.

  • Case Study: Avila Beach Tourism Alliance

    The PKO Avila Beach Outrigger Expo directly supports the Avila Beach Tourism Alliance’s goal of driving visitation to Avila Beach—bringing both energy and measurable economic impact to the community.

    In 2025, 55.6% of paddlers traveled from out of county, and through integrated promotion of local lodging on our website, 13.3% stayed overnight, supporting local hotels, restaurants, and businesses.

    What this means for partners:

    When sponsors are thoughtfully integrated into the event experience, we’re able to influence where our audience goes, how they engage, and where they spend—turning brand presence into real-world impact. description

Sponsoring the PKO Avila Beach Outrigger Expo means showing up for a community that shows up for each other. It’s a chance to connect in person, be part of the energy on the beach, and create something people will remember—not just see.

TITLE SPONSOR

“Packet Pick-Up hosted by [YouVenue/Brand]”

Ideal For: Lifestyle, beverage, wellness, fitness, hospitality, automotive, and financial brands

Opportunity: Own the event as the presenting partner with top-tier visibility across all touchpoints—from first announcement to final recap.

Why it works:
Maximum visibility, deep brand integration, and strong association with a beloved community event.

Benefits include:

  • Exclusive event naming rights

  • Logo lockup on all primary event assets

  • Prominent placement on:

    •   Event logo and key art

    •   Website and registration page

    •   Email campaigns and social media

    •   On-site signage (beach, packet pickup, awards)

  • Verbal recognition during opening announcements and awards

  • Prime booth or experiential footprint on the beach

  • Opportunity to include product in swag bags

  • Dedicated sponsor spotlight post

  • Inclusion in post-event recap communication

PACKET PICKUP HOST

“Packet Pick-Up hosted by [YouVenue/Brand]”

Ideal For: Wineries, breweries, restaurants, tasting rooms, retail spaces, and local hospitality venues

Opportunity: Host official packet pick-up on Friday, September 25 and welcome participants into your space ahead of the Expo.

Why it works: This is a high-intent, in-person touchpoint with nearly every paddler—creating a natural opportunity to introduce your space, drive traffic, and convert new customers before the event even begins.

Benefits include:

  • Designation as the Official Packet Pick-Up Host

  • All participants directed to your location to check in and collect materials

  • Inclusion in all pre-event communications (email, website, social) with your address and brand featured

  • On-site signage and co-branded touchpoints during pick-up

  • Opportunity to offer tastings, specials, or retail promotions to attendees

  • Verbal recognition during event announcements

Official Commerce & Vendor Sponsors

Ideal For: Apparel, nutrition, wellness, surf, paddle, and local maker brands

Opportunity: Sell products and engage directly with attendees in a high-energy beach environment.

Why it works:
Direct access to a targeted, purchase-ready audience in a relaxed, social setting.

Benefits include:

  • Vendor booth space on the beach

  • Recognition as an Official Commerce Sponsor

  • Logo on website and event signage

  • Opportunity to offer Expo-only promotions

  • Inclusion in post-event thank-you content

Swag Bag Sponsor

Ideal For: CPG, supplements, apparel, and local businesses

Opportunity: Get your product into the hands of every participant.

Why it works:
Guaranteed reach with every paddler and strong brand recall through physical product interaction.

Benefits include:

  • Product placement in all swag bags

  • Logo on sponsor list

  • Mention in pre-event swag highlights

  • Post-event recognition

Beverage / Hydration Sponsor

Ideal For: Beverage, hydration, and wellness brands

Opportunity: Fuel participants and spectators throughout the day.

Why it works:
Frequent interaction, strong visibility, and natural alignment with an active audience.

Benefits include:

  • Branded hydration station or bar

  • Logo on cups and signage

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Custom Sponsorship Opportunities

Ideal For: Brands looking for something unique or more integrated

Opportunity: Create a custom activation or partnership tailored to your goals.

Why it works:
Allows brands to show up in a way that feels authentic, memorable, and differentiated.

Benefits include:

  • Flexible integration opportunities

  • Creative collaboration with PKO

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