March 1, 2017

Contributed by Shaundor Chillingworth

Jason Patterson and Haunani Kane strike a pose that many before them have taken when on the hunt for land. These young navigators will lead us into the future.

To reach Rapa Nui, the Hōkūleʻa crew travelled 1,900 nautical miles from the Galapagos Islands.

Rapa Nui appears on the horizon, blending with the clouds.

Students and kumu from KS Kapālana and Ke Kula o Samuel Kamakau Laboratory Public Charter School will join the Hōkūleʻa during this stop on the voyage. Follow along with their cultural-learning journey at http://nahiku2017.weebly.com/.