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Hōkūleʻa sets sail for O‘ahu after two-week stay on Kaua‘i
The circumnavigation of the Pacific aims to begin a movement of “planetary navigators” who will work to ensure a better future for Earth.
Worldwide geography association honors Hawai‘i navigator Nainoa Thompson
Currently CEO of the Polynesian Voyaging Society, Thompson passes down knowledge to future generations, emphasizing the importance of navigation and voyaging.
Matson returns Hōkūleʻa home to Hawai‘i
The voyaging canoe was unloaded onto the water at Honolulu Harbor Thursday morning at 8 a.m.
Hōkūleʻa makes final stops on California leg of Moananuiākea Voyage
After San Diego, the canoe will be shipped back to Hawaiʻi where the Polynesian Voyaging Society will focus on training, education and planning until the Moananuiākea Voyage’s circumnavigation of the Pacific continues at a time that is yet to be determined.
Hawai‘i’s Polynesian Voyaging Society license plate wins national award
The award was presented to Hawai‘i Gov. Josh Green in his ceremonial office. Award plaques were also presented to the City and County of Honolulu, which creates and distributes the plates statewide, to the Polynesian Voyaging Society and to the plate’s designer, artist Todd Yamashita of Moloka’i.
Iconic Hawaiian vessel, Hōkūleʻa, heading for Alaska
The canoe’s latest voyage will begin Sunday, when she is transported to Juneau, Alaska.
Tahiti-Bound Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia Delayed Again
Due to the latest weather forecast, the Polynesian Voyaging Society is delaying the departure of Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia to Hilo.
Chad Kālepa Baybayan, Master Navigator and Captain of the Hōkūleʻa Dies at 65
Chad Kālepa Baybayan, master (pwo) navigator and captain of the Hōkūleʻa passed away suddenly on April 8 of natural causes while visiting and caring for ʻohana in Seattle, Washington.
Thompson Named 2018 Salesperson of the Year
Sales & Marketing Executives Honolulu (SME Honolulu) reports that this year’s Salesperson of the Year (SPOY) is Master Navigator Nainoa Thompson.
‘Raise Hawaiki’ Has World Premiere
On Thursday, March 28, 2019, at the Neal S. Blaisdell Center Concert Hall, the public got to see the world premiere of ‘Raise Hawaiki.’
‘Hikianalia’ Returns After Four-Month California Voyage
Polynesian voyaging canoe Hikianalia and her crew returned to Sand Island on O‘ahu the night of Dec. 12, 2018, at approximately 10 p.m.
Fairmont Orchid Honors Hōkūle‘a With Chocolate Display
The Fairmont Orchid is paying homage to Hawai‘i’s iconic Hōkūle‘a voyage with a chocolate canoe on display in the resort’s lobby until Jan. 2, 2019.
‘Hikianalia’ Expected to Come Home Next Week
‘Hikianalia’ and her crew are expected to arrive at the Marine Education and Training Center at Sand Island on Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2018.
‘Hikianalia’ Arrives in San Diego
Hundreds of people welcomed Hikianalia as the traditional Polynesian voyaging canoe arrived at the Maritime Museum of San Diego on Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2018.
‘Hikianalia’ Arrives in Redondo Beach
Hikianalia and her crew arrived into port at 4 p.m. at King Harbor in Redondo Beach, California, on Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2018.
‘Hikianalia’ Arrives at Channel Islands Maritime Museum
Hikianalia and her crew arrived into port on Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2018, at 4 p.m. at the Channel Islands Maritime Museum in Oxnard, California.
‘Hikianalia’ Arrives in Ventura
The Hikianalia Alahula Kai o Maleka California Voyage continued with a stop in Ventura County on Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
Hikianalia Arrives in Ventura, California
The Hikianalia Alahula Kai o Maleka California Voyage continues with a stop in Ventura County.
‘Hikianalia’ Arrives in Monterey
“Hikianalia” sailed into Monterey Harbor last week and received a ceremonial welcome on Sept. 29, 2018, from the Monterey community.
‘Hikianalia’ to Reach San Fransisco Sept. 16
Thousands of Californians and dozens of outrigger canoe paddlers are expected to greet voyaging canoe “Hikianalia” as it sails under the Golden Gate Bridge.
