Searcher Hawai'i
Ho'ina no ka 'imi 'ike
The return is for the search of knowledge
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About Us
From a single drop of water to every person we reach, we are all uniquely connected—bound by the vital need to care for our planet. In a time that demands resilience, we remain unwavering in our commitment. Guided by purpose and united by stewardship, we sail forward—together.
Research vessel Searcher brings unique capabilities and opportunities for marine research and education across the Pacific. We are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and innovative environment that empowers individuals to explore, learn, and grow. Through our work, we strive to build a global community that values knowledge, celebrates diversity, and recognizes the vital importance of caring for ourselves, each other, and our planet’s most precious natural resources.
Searcher is an ideal vessel for everything from day trips to months-long expeditions—offering security, flexibility, and affordability unmatched by other platforms.
Our Story
Rooted in legacy and guided by the foundations of our past, Searcher Hawai‘i carries forward a tradition of service and discovery.
Originally established in 1989, the Medical Foundation has operated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to safeguarding our future through marine research and advancing science around the world.
For more than 20 years, R/V Searcher has worked throughout the Pacific, including the main Hawaiian Islands, Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument, Palmyra Atoll, Kingman Reef, the Major Outlying Line Islands, Johnston Atoll, the Society Islands, and the Tuamotu Archipelago.
Building on this history and guided by MFSE’s mission, Searcher Hawai‘i and Ocean Conscious 501(c)(3) strive to expand opportunities for Hawai‘i’s education and research communities, while strengthening connections across the globe. By fostering experiences rooted in both social and environmental awareness, we seek to inspire stewardship and collective responsibility for our shared ocean.
OUR PARTNERS
Our flexible platform has supported a wide range of projects with partners including the U.S. Navy, U.S. Air Force, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, the University of Hawai‘i, the Office of Hawaiian Affairs, the Hawai‘i Institute of Marine Biology, Scripps Institution of Oceanography, the BBC, The Nature Conservancy, and the Ocean Futures Society.
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