April 6, 2016

Contributed by Shaundor Chillingworth

The Hōkūleʻa has been traveling up the Okeechobee River through Florida.

Upon arrival in Everglades National Park, the crew spent time with Council of the Original Miccosukee Simanolee Nation Aboriginal Peoples.

The crew departed Key West, FL on March 25, and has been traveling through the Okeechobee River since arriving at Everglades on March 26.

Throughout their Florida visit, crew members have been connecting with schools and maritime communities to spread the message of Mālama Honua.