Riwut canoes are miniature canoes that zip along at incredibly high speeds. The racing of these tender vessels seems to have phases of popularity. These photos are by Westward II in Uliga in 2013. As of 2026, while we occasionally see riwut canoes and we are forever optimistic for their
The Marshall Islands are named after Captain John Charles Marshall who was born in 1748 in England. At the age of ten, Marshall became an apprentice sailor and spent the majority of his life at sea. The following story about Captain Marshall, after whom the Marshall Islands is named, was
If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his own language, that goes to his heart. — Nelson Mandela You can download and print the book, which features my ‘alphabet photos’. The Marshallese Dictionary is also a
November, 2017: While filming for the story on the nuclear waste dump in the Marshall Islands, the ABC’s Foreign Correspondent team of Mark Willacy, Greg Nelson, and Ben Hawke amassed more visuals than they could use in the episode. So here, for your viewing pleasure today, is a compilation of
The Marshall Islands handicrafts are extremely artistic, long-lasting and a joy to own. The making and selling of them bring in much needed revenue, particularly in the outer islands.
I was taking a pleasant stroll down the center of one of the small northern islands of Majuro, when I saw this beautiful fish trap leaning against a tree. The trap is sturdy, about four feet in height, and has been repaired numerous times. What a beautiful object it is.
The RMI Riddle is published each week.. It is also published in The Marshall Islands Journal. I recommend you do the puzzle online, but if is possible to print it out and do it with a team or two or more. Enjoy.
The Battle of Kwajalein was fought as part of the Pacific campaign of World War II. It took place January 31 to February 3, 1944, on Kwajalein Atoll. Employing the hard-learned lessons of the Battle of Tarawa, the United States launched a successful twin assault on the main islands of
Expert weaver Susan Jieta very kindly made a ‘jainai’ (fresh coconut frond mat) and allowed me to photograph the steps she took to create this natural fiber mat that can be used for sitting on for using as a place to store goods.
Waan Aelon in Majel, aka WAM or The Canoe House, plays a key role by training groups of young Marshallese who lost their way in the education system and providing them with vocational and English-Math skills.
Learn Marshallese by studying the book Practical Marshallese by Dr. Peter Rudiak-Gould.
The Marshall Islands hosts a large number of religions and a majority of people attend church or temple on a regular basis.
The jaki-ed (clothing mats) revival program was championed by Dr. Irene Taafaki at the University of the South Pacific and Maria Fowler. Their efforts included weaving instructions, weaving circles, apprenticeships, and auctions of the mats. The book Clothing Mats of the Marshalls details the revival.
The revival program of jaki-ed (clothing mats) includes a virtual museum of the world’s collections of jaki-ed, many of which were collected from the turn of the century through to the 1920s. The museum was spear-headed by the University of the South Pacific’s Majuro campus Director Dr. Irene Taafaki. It was
Over the years many, many Marshallese babies have been adopted by American families, but not so many these days. Here’s one family’s story of their adopted son and his visit to his place of birth.
In the latter part of the last decade, the Historic Preservation Office spearheaded the creation of a website that’s bursting with stories about the Marshall Islands told by the people who lived the stories.
The MISCO market is your go-to store for local products including fresh fish, bananas, and freshly-made lunch take-out plates. Opposite is their handicraft store.
‘Nuclear Savage: The Islands of Secret Project 4.1’ … A must-watch film by Adam Horowitz. “…how U.S. scientists turned a Pacific paradise into a radioactive hell, using Marshall islanders as human guinea pigs for three decades to study the effects of nuclear fallout on human beings.”
Children enjoy the comfort of the living-room style seating in the Alele Library. Photo: Karen Earnshaw Two gentlemen do some research in the Alele Library, Uliga. Photo: Karen Earnshaw A young girl was spotted looking at a selection of books in the children’s section of the Alele Library. Photo: Karen
A significant link between the World Council of Churches and the Marshall Islands is the historic speech given by Ebeye’s Darlene Keju Johnson at the Pacific Plenary of the World Council of Churches* Assembly at Vancouver, Canada, in 1983. According to an article on Wikipedia, Darlene was a pioneering critic
So we (the U.S.) tested 67 nuclear weapons in the Marshall Islands from 1946-1958. If you take the explosive yield and spread it out evenly, the equivalent would be like setting off one and a half Hiroshima bombs every day for twelve years.
A Harvard science professor wants to further document traditional Marshallese navigation methods to help boost the islands’ indigenous culture. About his book…
Radio Bikini is a 1988 American documentary about the nuclear tests performed around Bikini Atoll during Operation Crossroads in 1946, and their effects on the indigenous population and American servicemen involved in the testing.
Like most cultures, ri-Majol (Marshallese people) love it if you at least try to wrap your mouth around their language, so here are a few words and phrases to get you going.
Look back in time at the history of the Marshall Islands by year. The timeline was kicked off by the BBC and continued by this site’s author, Karen Earnshaw.
Years ago, World War II buff Matt Holly made a number of historic dive sites in the Marshall Islands’ atolls. These were mostly done in the late 1990s for the RMI Historic Preservation Office, but still have some relevance. Click on the relevant pdf to start the download. Matt Holly
The late Lijon Eknilang, a master navigator from Rongelap Atoll, performs a traditional Marshallese navigation chant. To learn more about Marshallese canoes and traditional navigation, visit the Waan Aelon in Majel site.
August, 2017: In her new poem ‘Anointed’ Marshallese poet and activist Kathy Jetnil-Kijiner explores the nuclear testing legacy of the Marshall Islands through the legends and stories of Runit Island on Enewetak Atoll. The poem was written and performed by Kathy Jetnil-Kijiner, the video was directed by Dan Lin,
La Mancha Media — a California nonprofit corporation — was in the Marshall Islands in March 2018 to continue its goal of filming worthwhile projects around the world. The team published its RMI ‘episode’ on May 24, 2018.
The story of how the Marshall Islands went from being a bystander in commercial fishing in the Pacific to operating the world’s busiest tuna transshipment port, two fish processing facilities, a purse seine vessel net repair yard, and a fleet of locally-flagged and -based fishing vessels is documented in a
An interesting look at the arrival … and departure … of the first missionaries in the Marshall Islands.
After years of wowing the crowds with their Polynesian performances, the Dar Dancers are embracing their own culture and have a number of stunning Marshallese routines that include Marshallese flags and amimono fans. The group performed at the recent state dinner for the ROC President Tsai Ing-wen. The dancers’ leader, Salome Andrike, said
The official seal of the Marshall Islands was approved in 1986. Follows is what is symbolizes: The centerpiece is the Angel of Peace with outstretched wings. Around the angel from the top and moving clockwise are the following… First, is the 24-point star representing the 21 municipalities of the Republic.
An aerial shot of Wake Island. The marina is to the left of the runway. Photo: Unknown Wake Island Lodge. Photo: Karen Earnshaw Cary Evarts with the Wake Island transport known as a Mule. Photo: Karen Earnshaw A squad of coconut crabs being looked after near the Wake Island water
Former Peace Corps volunteer Dave Moss, who grew up in Richmond California, arrived in the Marshall Islands in July, 1968 to work as a teacher. First he taught at Rita Elementary and then moved on to Marshall Islands High School. He shared a house with Ron Levy, who worked with
The woman who taught three RMI Presidents including Dr. Hilda Heine.
Acronym heaven: One aspect that’s extremely likely to send you up a tree in your first week in Majuro is the locals’ love for acronyms, many of which turn conversations into a pile of mumbo-jumbo. A case in point would be the following conversation: Bloke A: “I just got in
Waan Aelon in Majel (Canoes of the Marshall Islands) is based in Delap, just west of the Marshall Islands Resort. The grassroots non-profit, non-government organization known as WAM trains Marshall Islands youth based on the traditions of the Marshallese canoe as well as basic English and math. Sail on a
A look back in time thanks to Eldred ‘Al’ Fewkes, who came to Majuro to give a helping hand to Pacific Industrial Inc. boss Jerry Kramer. The photographs from this era give you a sense of the era and how much things have changed today.
“ Hey guy, I know what I saw and I saw the lady! — Bilimon Amram, as remembered by his friend Charles Domnick Update · July 2017 The Photograph The photograph suggested to be of Amelia Earhart and Fred Noonan in the Marshall Islands, found in the US national archives.
How Islam Is Gaining A Foothold In Micronesia A mosque and a Muslim congregation are flourishing in the Marshall Islands by demonstrating Islam is a force for good in the community. Joyia sees his community playing a healing role where Marshallese society is out of balance: drug and alcohol abuse, a
Riwut canoes are miniature canoes that zip along at incredibly high speeds. The racing of these tender vessels seems to
My Remembering RMI guest is NATALIE NIMMER who has lived in the RMI off and on since 2002*. Natalie with
The Marshall Islands are named after Captain John Charles Marshall who was born in 1748 in England. At the age
Bwiro: Breadfruit Leaves vs. Tinfoil Preserved breadfruit cooked the island way, in double breadfruit leaves tied with coconut-frond string, alongside
A Nauru Airlines plane in a hangar in Brisbane, Australia. Nauru Airlines serves Majuro twice
The first President of the Marshall Islands was Amata Kabua, who served from 1979 to
After flying into Amata Kabua International Airport you have a number of transport options to
Climate: The year-round average daily temperature is 80.4 degrees Fahrenheit. While generally hot, cooling northeast
The Marshall Islands Marine Resources Authority (MIMRA) is the fisheries agency of the Republic of
You need or want a product, but you can’t work out a way to ship
This is the nuts and bolts guide to finding things in Majuro and being able
Majuro Cooperative School is a private, secular school educating students in grades pre-K through 12th.
If you’re in need of a quick and tasty lunch, try The Food Truck 692
Not all restrooms are created equal in Majuro, so here’s a rundown on where to
The Marshall Islands handicrafts are extremely artistic, long-lasting and a joy to own. The making
Good food with a fabulous view: That’s The Toeak Bar and Grill in Uliga. The
Bikendrik Islands is one of two luxurious places to stay on a small islands in
This is the nuts and bolts guide to finding things in Majuro and being able
A group of cruisers were lucky enough to have Won Hai Shien owner give us
An aerial view of the Marshall Islands Resort showing its solar panel array, installed in
Riwut canoes are miniature canoes that zip along at incredibly high speeds. The racing of
My Remembering RMI guest is NATALIE NIMMER who has lived in the RMI off and
The Marshall Islands are named after Captain John Charles Marshall who was born in 1748
If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his
November, 2017: While filming for the story on the nuclear waste dump in the Marshall
This is one of the great films about the Marshall Islands’ past, present and future.
Making a video of youth singing the Marshallese National Anthem was a long-held dream …
The Marshall Islands handicrafts are extremely artistic, long-lasting and a joy to own. The making
The Mieco Beach Yacht Club is designed to be a social and informational group for
The Marshalls Billfish Club hosts regular monthly tournaments and two premier competitions each year: The July Tournament and the All Micronesia Tournament, a.k.a. the All Mike.
Despite the fact that Majuro is the country’s largest population center, with about 35,000 residents,
Soccer has become a huge thing for Marshallese in RMI and the US mainland in
The Historic Preservation Office, found in the Alele Museum and Library building next to
The Marshall Islands Marine Resources Authority (MIMRA) is the fisheries agency of the Republic of the Marshall Islands. It looks after all aspects of commercial fishing in the nation, bringing in substantial revenue. Director Glen Joseph believes in transparency at all levels, commissioning in-depth, magazine-style annual reports every year.
Beran Island in Ailinglaplap is the capital of surfing in the Marshall Islands. It’s managed by Indies Trader, a company owned by Australian Martin Daly.
Marine scientists are regular visitors to the Marshall Islands. Their specific research topics vary, but most choose the Marshalls because our reefs are so accessible … plus those that aren’t so accessible, on the remote outer islands, are truly unique.
The Mieco Beach Yacht Club is designed to be a social and informational group for
The Mieco Beach Yacht Club built and maintains moorings at two islands in Majuro lagoon.
A fish landed on the deck of our yacht Seal. What did I do? Prepared
The Mieco Beach Yacht Club began working on a mooring project for Enemanet and Eneko
Enemanet Island, a few miles from downtown Uliga in Majuro, is the perfect place for
Yachts checking into Majuro, capital of the Marshall Islands, generally agree that the process is
The Mieco Beach Yacht Club is a social and safety non-profit organization. They held a
The yacht Windryder was dismasted on its way from Majuro to Hawaii. Here’s the tale…
Riwut canoes are miniature canoes that zip along at incredibly high speeds. The racing of
My Remembering RMI guest is NATALIE NIMMER who has lived in the RMI off and
The Marshall Islands are named after Captain John Charles Marshall who was born in 1748
Bwiro: Breadfruit Leaves vs. Tinfoil Preserved breadfruit cooked the island way, in double breadfruit leaves
A Nauru Airlines plane in a hangar in Brisbane, Australia. Nauru Airlines serves Majuro twice
The first President of the Marshall Islands was Amata Kabua, who served from 1979 to
After flying into Amata Kabua International Airport you have a number of transport options to
Climate: The year-round average daily temperature is 80.4 degrees Fahrenheit. While generally hot, cooling northeast
A Nauru Airlines plane in a hangar in Brisbane, Australia. Nauru Airlines serves Majuro twice
The first President of the Marshall Islands was Amata Kabua, who served from 1979 to
After flying into Amata Kabua International Airport you have a number of transport options to
Climate: The year-round average daily temperature is 80.4 degrees Fahrenheit. While generally hot, cooling northeast