The "Superbowl" of American Samoa 🇦🇸 🚣‍♀️ (Voyage Sneak Peek)

The fautasi race is one of the biggest, if not the biggest event that is the flag day for American Samoa. 🇦🇸
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Firstly, I want to take the time to thank the Aua village fautasi crew for allowing me the time and space to learn more about the rigerous training that takes place for the big race. And especially so for Voloti for taking the time to sit down with me for an interview to help me understand the historic and cultural significance of what is, a big tradition in these islands.🇦🇸
The fautasi race is a historic event that revolves around pride throughout the number of villages present with their boats. Each with a unique theme and motto, with designs that range from different materials. costing in the $100,000’s. 🚣🏽
Fautasi takes places of a voyaging narrative. But little did I know, it IS the voyaging narrative. And I just so happen to be here for it all! #blessed 🌊

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Rooting for my Iseula Blues! But as champs, MT is the boat to beat! LETS GO! 💙

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(MT !)

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How do you fund your trips? Will you visit the French Polynesia?

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As for French Polynesia, I have no plans for it on this trip because I have a gut instinct that doing Fr Poly on its own would be best

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That is why these guys and this culture dominate Americans football and rugby because of these ancient canoes competitions from of old..