Organic…Of Course!

Organic…Of Course!

Our first visit to Kupa’a Farms was a success! Students were able to understand how hard it is to be an organic farmer, but how much more beneficial it is to our aina. The more natural materials we can recycle, the less unnatural materials would be needed....
WOW, Laulau!

WOW, Laulau!

Under Uncle Bobby Pahia and Uncle Hoapili Ane’s support and guidance, Hui Malama students and staff were able to harvest some of the most beautiful looking luau leaves and some of the tastiest kalo. These wonderful gifts were used to make pork laulau and veggie...
Push…Pull…Push…

Push…Pull…Push…

Stubborn stumps, brush and a lot of weeds were removed during our last visit at Aunty Penny’s. Clearing this piece of land will make way for Native Hawaiian plants that Hui Malama students will plant, maintain and hopefully be able to harvest and replant in...
Appreciating Our Community

Appreciating Our Community

So much has happened for our students and staff during this past holiday season. New adventures and new lessons were learned with each of our mentors. Continuing to contribute to the community and appreciating the gifts that were afforded to us has humbled all of us...
Plumeria and Poi

Plumeria and Poi

Lei making and poi pounding: both actions require patience and the utmost care. Students get “natural” class time to learn about these cultural skills and how these skills help one’s thinking for a sound mind, nutritional needs for a sound body, and...