Gaualofa / Samoa
Hokule'a / 03 March 2012
In 1989 the Hokule’a sailed to American Samoa. I was one of the paddlers that escorted them into the harbour. It was amazing to see these guys, they looked like warriors of the sea. I wanted to be part of that crew as soon as I saw them. Hearing their stories about their... Read the rest
The winds arrive / 27 February 2012
N1212.44’ W09708.95 25/2/12. Since we left San Diego a month ago it’s been smooth sailing. Good practice for our new cadets. I have to say everyone has been improving, especially Rob, Jayde and Sala. Tonight 30 knot winds and up with big waves are forecasted. In an... Read the rest
Working at Salthouse Shipyard
Working at Salthouse Shipyards
Working at Salthouse Shipyards
Working at Salthouse Shipyards
Working at Salthouse Shipyards
Painting the Sails
Painting the Sails
Tending to the Lashing
Provisioning
The New Solar Panel Arrives
Koleni Practises Media
Kalolo Does Media
Farewell Ceremony
The Skippers of the 7 Va'a
Featured Crew member: Karl (Kalolo) Edward Steffany
From the village of Aleisa, Karl has been member of the va'a and a watch captain since January 2010. Karl wants to personally make a difference so that 100 years from now there will still be healthy coral and abundant sea life. People should be the custodians of the world and not live extravagantly. Karl hopes to relearn traditional navigation and sailing skills, pass his knowledge onto the youth and one day skipper the Gaualofa. His favourite food: sustainably-caught yellow-fin tun... Meet the other Crew Members
