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A Tribute to Pwo Navigator Milton “Shorty” Bertelmann
The Polynesian Voyaging Society honors the life, leadership, and enduring legacy of Pwo Navigator Milton “Shorty” Bertelmann, a foundational leader of Hōkūleʻa and a quiet pillar of the Polynesian voyaging renaissance..
Crew Reflection: Leave It Better Than You Found It
Fri, Jan 23, 2026 Aloha Kākou, We are coming up on a week in our time here in Aotearoa and it’s amazing to see how well our crew...
Crew Reflection: First Week of Dry Dock!
Sun, Jan 18, 2026 Aloha kākou, We just wrapped our first day with both canoes on the hard deck. The massive Travel Lift plucked...
Announcing the 2026 PVS Membership Design!
Become a Supporting Member of the Polynesian Voyaging Society in 2026 as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Hōkūle’a’s 1976...
