Founded in 1973, the Polynesian Voyaging Society’s mission is to perpetuate the art and science of traditional Polynesian voyaging and the spirit of exploration through experiential educational programs that inspire students and their communities to respect and care for themselves, each other, and their natural and cultural environments. Through voyaging, PVS hopes to inspire humanity to care for the earth by highlighting the vital importance of oceans, indigenous knowledge, communities, education and sustainability.

·  2025 marks the continuation of the Moananuiākea voyage, despite returning to Hawaiʻi at the end of 2023. While back in Hawaiʻi, PVS focused on intense crew training, participation in the Festival of Pacific Arts (FESTPAC), valuable time spent in Lāhaina for various events, and the start of a Pae ʻĀina statewide sail.
·  Hōkūleʻa celebrated her 50th Birthday in March 2025, the captains, navigators, crew, and staff who have made significant progress in valuable programming and preparation for the restart of the Moananuiākea Voyage.