Participate
Ho’onalu Voyaging co-op is a community of ocean-minded
individuals seeking ways to adventure consciously
Ways to Participate in a Ho’onalu Voyage
Become a co-op member
Join the voyage for 1-4 weeks at a time*
Make a donation or purchase a “Wish List” item for us
Join the voyage as a member and help it evolve beyond an endless surf trip
photo by Lucy Larson
Ho’onalu Voyaging co-op was created to help support and contribute to ocean health advocacy and studies in remote regions where intact ecosystems still exist. We are gathering together surfers, kiters, spearfishers, sailors, free divers, scuba divers, sea gypsies, pirates, reef conservationists, shark advocates, families, and friends who truly appreciate the ocean and get so much from it that they feel compelled to give back. Co-op membership fees help keep Wild Thing afloat and equipped for extended off-grid voyaging so members and ocean research teams can immerse themselves in wild places to pursue adventure, science, sport, spirit, culture, and community.
Member perks include:
access to the detailed voyage calendar- see who will be onboard, and contact us to reserve a cabin.
access to our live boat tracker- see where we are Now
reduced daily boat fee and/or barter in exchange for daily boat fee
bring a non-member guest at your member rate
membership by referral, or join the boat as a non-member to gain your referral
one time, $500 membership fee - pay $250 for conditional membership, and $250 after your first voyage to finalize membership
*crew spots onboard are currently only open to Founding Members
reach out now to inquire about becoming a new co-op member to gain access to the boat in 2022
Expand your world beyond the horizon…
Meet the boat at a remote island, or sail with us to get there…
Crew Responsibilities
When joining a Ho’onalu Voyage, you are part of the crew and life onboard is a participatory experience.
Share your skills and passions; we all have something to contribute to the community (music, recipes, artwork, anything!)
Learn the ropes while sailing, and take your turn at night watch on a passage
Contribute to the family meal effort by taking turns cooking and cleaning up
Be supportive of each other in the water, on the boat, and all throughout our voyage together
Help keep shared living areas tidy and your cabin clean
Assist with boat repairs or projects if needed