Navigating Tradition: Polynesian wayfinding and modern challenges

Wed Oct 09 2024 at 06:30 pm to 08:30 pm

Corner Quay and Hobson Streets Viaduct Harbour, Auckland, New Zealand 1010 | Auckland

New Zealand Maritime Museum
Publisher/HostNew Zealand Maritime Museum
Navigating Tradition: Polynesian wayfinding and modern challenges
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Join Stan Conrad and Sonny Natanielu as they explore the traditional art of Polynesian navigation. Stan, a seasoned navigator mentored by legends such as Mau Piailug and Sir Hector Busby, will share his experiences as captain of Te Aurere. Sonny reveals how Pacific navigation blends natural and spiritual knowledge and the impact of environmental changes on future navigation practices. Don’t miss this insightful look at how ancient wisdom can inform our modern world.
Image credit: Te Aurere. Courtesy of New Zealand Herald Archive
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