The traditional hālau wa’a was a longhouse, a covered structure near the shoreline dedicated to all matters related to canoes, and whose linear measure could provide ample shelter for vessels of sizeable length.
Knot Tutorial
Learn the basic knots for sailing and wayfinding! View the video, grab a rope and practice tying these knots.
This knot is ideal for keeping the end of a rope from running out of tackle or pulley.
This knot is used at sea in reefing and furling sails. It is used in first aid to tie off a bandage or a sling because the knot lies flat.
This knot doesn’t jam or slip when tied properly. It can be tied around a person’s waist and used to lift him, because the loop will not tighten under load.
This knot is the “general utility” hitch for when you need a quick, simple method of fastening a rope around a post, spar or stake.
