Canoe carving is a tradition that has been passed down for many generations in Hilo’s own Bumatay family.
Canoe carving is a tradition that has been passed down for many generations in Hilo’s own Bumatay family.
Ray Bumatay, a multigenerational canoe carver, will share his lifetime of experience centered around the building and racing of Hawaiian canoes during a presentation at 7 p.m. Friday at the ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center on the campus of the University of Hawaii at Hilo.
Bumatay’s lifelong passion has been instilled in his children, who today continue to teach and engage local students in the canoe culture of Hawaii, preparing these youth for success in life by instilling confidence and positive reinforcement.
Bumatay is a cultural leader in Hawaii, acclaimed for his knowledge and efforts to keep Hawaii’s canoe-carving skills vibrant and strong — and to ensure future generations continue to practice this art.
Come and learn from his experiences as “Uncle Ray” presents this talk, part of Wayfinding Month events at ‘Imiloa. General admission tickets are $10; $8 for members.
Tickets can be purchased at the ‘Imiloa front desk or by phone at 932-8901. For more information about the astronomy center, visit ImiloaHawaii.org.