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Sailing by the Stars 🌟 & The Sun 🌞 Reviving Polynesian Voyaging (Expedition Drenched S01 Ep. 20)
4 November 2019 · 13 min · 35K views · Samoa & American Samoa
What this video covers
The Ga'alofa, a 22-meter traditional Samoan voyaging canoe, serves as a platform for reviving ancient Polynesian navigation techniques.1:54 Designed with twin hulls to accommodate 16 crew members, the vessel relies exclusively on wind and solar power.2:02 Navigators train to read environmental cues—including waves, currents, winds, clouds, and celestial bodies—to traverse the Pacific without modern electronic aids.2:46 The project emphasizes ocean conservation and cultural heritage, working with local villages to educate children on reef protection and sustainable practices.4:01
Separately, the crew of the sailboat Sylphia manages ongoing maintenance, including troubleshooting a 240-volt electrical system failure caused by an unplugged connection in the workshop.9:36 The team also coordinates the arrival of a new crew member, Emily, recruited after a chance meeting in Dominica.8:05 Traditional navigation relies on auditory cues, such as listening for waves breaking on reefs, to avoid hazards in coastal waters at night.12:24
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