HI SCR71

Urges the State of Hawaii and state entities to support the Hokulea, a traditionally navigated double-hulled canoe, and her crew during a worldwide voyage around the world.

Acknowledges Hokulea's historical significance in proving the probability of intentional Polynesian voyaging and settlement, having first sailed from Hawaii to Tahiti in 1976 using traditional navigation skills.

Notes the worldwide voyage will cover 47,000 miles over four years, visiting 26 countries and 85 ports, building on 38 years of traditional voyaging across more than 140,000 miles of Pacific Ocean waters.

Identifies goals of the voyage to raise awareness about ocean protection, Hawaii's marine resource management, and environmental and cultural education for Pacific island communities.

Directs transmission of certified copies to the Governor, Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism, Hawaii Tourism Authority, and Polynesian Voyaging Society.