The crew of Alingano Maisu is doing well. After navigating through rough weather and heavy storms, they have now reached clearer skies and steady winds. With more than 1,000 miles behind them, the canoe is making strong time as it continues toward Taiwan. Excitement is building for the official arrival ceremony in Kaohsiung on March […]
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Alingano Maisu begins six-month voyage celebrating legacy of Micronesian navigation
By: Summer Kennard KOROR, Palau (Feb. 16, 2026) — The traditional voyaging canoe Alingano Maisu set sail from Palau on Feb. 15, embarking on a 6,200-mile, six-month journey across the Pacific to mark the 20th anniversary of the vessel’s gifting to late Master Navigator Pius “Papa Mau” Piailug. Alingano Maisu departs Malakal port on its […]
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Community Invited to Send Off Alingano Maisu on 6,200-Mile Pacific Voyage
KOROR, Palau (Feb. 12, 2026)— The Micronesian Voyaging Society is inviting the public to attend the launch of the traditional sailing canoe Alingano Maisu as it begins its 20th voyage, a 6,200-mile journey across the Pacific. The launch ceremony will be held Sunday, Feb. 15, from noon to 2 p.m. at NECO Marine in Koror […]