Kanehunamoku Voyaging Academy

Papahana hoolauna program - papahana hoolauna is a school and community- based outreach program. Focus is on the perpetuation of hawaiian voyaging culture through hands-on learning in the classroom and aboard the canoe, kanehunamoku. Papahana hoolauna provides services to a wide variety of populations of all ages, including public, charter, and private schools from grades pre-k to post-secondary schools. Participants in this program learn the history of hawaiian voyaging, as well as methods used in wayfinding and sailing. We work with schools and teachers to customize instruction and learning outcomes.

Fest pac program - in 2024, hawaii was selected (first time) to host the 13th festival of the pacific arts & culture, which is held every 4 years. Delegates from 23 pacific island countries were invited to attend. The theme was hooulu lahui - regenerating oceania. The festival of pacific arts & culture (festpac) is the world's largest celebration of indigenous pacific islanders. The south pacific commission (now the pacific community - spc) launched this dynamic showcase of arts and culture in 1972 to halt the erosion of traditional practices through ongoing cultural exchange. It is a vibrant and culturally enriching event celebrating the unique traditions, artistry, and diverse cultures of the pacific region. Festpac serves as a platform for pacific island nations to showcase their rich heritage and artistic talents. Kanehunamoku voyaging academy organized and implemented the waa village at kualoa regional park/hakipuu for the duration of the festival. 17 canoes from various island nations, as well as hawaii, participated to share their traditional voyaging knowledge and culture with other festival participants and the public. Cook islands, tahiti, aotearoa, and the marshall island canoes were present at the event.

Ku i ka mana - ku i ka mana is a program of depth designed to nurture contemporary students of wa'a culture who are cognizant of their place and kuleana as torch-bearers in an important aspect of the unfolding hawaiian renaissance. Ku i ka mana is currently refined for grade 9 students at halau ku mana public charter school where captain and crew visit on a weekly basis for the entire school year.