"They gave me the name kahuna kalai wa'a but I kept saying I am not kahuna, I'm a kalai wa'a, a canoe builder."  Bobby Puakea is the son of a canoe builder. He teaches his craft and mentors young artists. It takes him three years to build a single va'a (outrigger canoe).  He is a generous elder who has shared his knowledge with many who are serious enough to dedicate their time and devotion.

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