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At Protect and Preserve Hawai'i, our unwavering commitment is to contribute significantly to a better world for everyone. From the mauka (mountains) to makai (sea), we proactively engage in sustainable practices, championing conservation to safeguard Hawaiʻi's native ecosystem and cultural heritage.

Protect & Preserve Hawaiʻi

Since 2019, our mission has been to cultivate meaningful partnerships and create a positive ripple effect in all our endeavors. Join us in our journey to protect, preserve, and promote the beauty and richness of Hawaii.

330 acres

Preservation land in one of Oʻahu's last remaining lowland dry and mesic forests

11,000 native outplantings

Sourced from the SE Koʻolau seed zone

6 acres

Invasive, flammable species cleared

100+

Volunteers per month, and growing

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Protect & Preserve Hawai'i

Pia Valley, Honolulu, HI

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Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

  • "FOR x CHANGE" @ Koko Crater Botanical Garden
    "FOR x CHANGE" @ Koko Crater Botanical Garden
    Sat, Oct 05
    Koko Crater Botanical Garden
    Oct 05, 2024, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM HST
    Koko Crater Botanical Garden, 7491 Kokonani St, Honolulu, HI 96825, USA
    Oct 05, 2024, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM HST
    Koko Crater Botanical Garden, 7491 Kokonani St, Honolulu, HI 96825, USA
    Join us for some fun at this month's volunteer exchange and see "a blooming volcanic crater." Horticulturist Talia Portner will give us a brief tour of Native Hawaiian plants followed by restoration work in the red ‘ilima section of Koko Crater Botanical Garden.
  • SuperChill Saturdays Pia Valley
    SuperChill Saturdays Pia Valley
    Sat, Oct 26
    Pia Valley
    Oct 26, 2024, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM HST
    Pia Valley, Pia Valley, Honolulu, HI 96821, USA
    Oct 26, 2024, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM HST
    Pia Valley, Pia Valley, Honolulu, HI 96821, USA
    Check out what we are up to, meet members of our local conservation community, and help restore the biodiversity and resilience of the ahupua'a. Explore the valley we are trying to save!
  • Pōhaku Sessions at Kaiona Beach Park w/ Kimeona Kane
    Pōhaku Sessions at Kaiona Beach Park w/ Kimeona Kane
    Sun, Oct 27
    Kaiona Beach Park
    Oct 27, 2024, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Kaiona Beach Park, 41-575 Kalanianaʻole Hwy, Waimanalo, HI 96795, USA
    Oct 27, 2024, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Kaiona Beach Park, 41-575 Kalanianaʻole Hwy, Waimanalo, HI 96795, USA
    A special opportunity to learn the cultural practice of Uhau humu pōhaku from Kumu Kimeona Kane, Ryan Chang, and their hui at Pāhonu Fishpond! Weaving rock, friendships, history...

Mailing Lists

  •  (Mailing list) SuperChill Saturdays Site Visit & Maintenance (Ongoing)
     (Mailing list) SuperChill Saturdays Site Visit & Maintenance (Ongoing)
    Time is TBD
    Pia Valley
    Time is TBD
    Pia Valley, Honolulu, HI
    Time is TBD
    Pia Valley, Honolulu, HI
    (Recommended prerequisite for outplanting events) Check out what we are up to, help us bring some water to our precious young trees & maintain our restoration site. Explore the Valley we are trying to save!
  • (Mailing List) Pōhaku Sessions
    (Mailing List) Pōhaku Sessions
    Time is TBD
    Location is TBD
    Time is TBD
    Location is TBD
    Time is TBD
    Location is TBD
    A special opportunity to learn Uhau Humu Pōhaku from Kumu Kimeona Kane and his hui.
  • (Mailing list)  Mauka Missions (Ongoing)
    (Mailing list)  Mauka Missions (Ongoing)
    Time is TBD
    Southern Ko'olau
    Time is TBD
    Southern Ko'olau, Oahu, Hawaii
    Time is TBD
    Southern Ko'olau, Oahu, Hawaii
    Hike with experts, surveying and studying the surrounding area to better understand the ecosystems we are trying to restore.
  •  (Mailing list) "For x Change"  Volunteer Exchange (Ongoing)
     (Mailing list) "For x Change"  Volunteer Exchange (Ongoing)
    Time is TBD
    Pia Valley
    Time is TBD
    Pia Valley, Honolulu, HI
    Time is TBD
    Pia Valley, Honolulu, HI
    Helping out other projects & organizations. Gives us a chance to return the favor & show our appreciation to other organizations who do good work for Hawai'i.

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