Niuli‘i update

November 2021—We are grateful for the mo‘olelo and ideas shared by the kupaʻāina of Niuliʻi as important guides for future hana to preserve the pūhala (hala trees) and surrounding ‘āina entrusted to us by the community. Spending time in the ancient ulu hala (hala grove) to clear invasive weeds and lauhala (hala leaves) buildup around the ulehala (hala roots), removing palahō (dried) leaves from the canopy, and practicing kilo are feeding our relationship with ʻāina. Over time, we hope to recognize seasonal and cyclical changes to inform respectful ‘āina stewardship practices. Contact Mia Akau-LaClair, community and resource relations manager, for more information.