The crew learns about the history of Galapagos, including protecting endangered tortoises, and has the opportunity to participate in a tortoise naming ceremony!
Crewmember ʻAulani Wilhelm narrates Hōkūleʻa's encounters with the strict protocols for entering the Galapagos without bringing invasive pests, plants, diseases or harmful baggage into the islands.
Chris Huerbsch, president of the paddle club, CREBA, was one of Hōkūleʻa's generous hosts in Panamá. He delivered this moving speech to Hōkūleʻa crew and others on January 15, 2017.