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A crowd gathers in anticipation of the departure of the Hokule’a and the Hikianalia on Friday in Hilo. Following several delays, the crews expected to depart Radio Bay and begin a three-year world voyage. To track Hokule‘a’s progress online, visit www.hokulea.com/track-the-voyage/.

A crowd gathers in anticipation of the departure of the Hokule’a and the Hikianalia on Friday in Hilo. Following several delays, the crews expected to depart Radio Bay and begin a three-year world voyage. To track Hokule‘a’s progress online, visit www.hokulea.com/track-the-voyage/.

Photos by HOLLYN JOHNSON