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...
Responsibility to Culture

Responsibility to Culture

Hui Malama was able to show the public their commitment to preserving the culture at February’s First Friday event in Wailuku. Assisting mentors who play a key role in teaching all of us about the Hawaiian culture, students pounded poi, helped in selling and...
Kupa`a Farm

Kupa`a Farm

With assistance from Gerry Ross and Kupa`a Farm, Hui Malama students learned about one of the most vital components of sustainable, culturally-based agriculture: seed saving and germination. This excursion also expanded their network of local resources, and helped...
First student field trip to Wai Ki Kena

First student field trip to Wai Ki Kena

Wai Ki Kena: learning about the importance of kalo. Throughout this year, Alex Bode will be sharing his knowledge of kalo, the importance it has in our culture, and the responsibility that comes with maintaining a farm. His lessons will surely go beyond the farm, to...
First field trip to La`akea Community Farm of Maui

First field trip to La`akea Community Farm of Maui

Working together. Learning. Contributing. Students from Hui Malama and Kanehoalani Boys Home were able to help out at La`akea Farm the other day, harvesting and learning about sweet potatoes, their nutritional value, and the part they play in sustaining our...