Keālia Pond NWR is a hidden wetland treasure transitioning the urban development and agriculture fields. Here, endangered Hawaiian waterbirds are protected and go about their daily activities, and are joined by migratory birds in winter. Quiet solitude for those that wander and explore the wetlands. The protected wetland is home to the endangered ae‘o (Hawaiian stilt) and ‘alae ke‘oke‘o (Hawaiian coot), providing…
The Maui Visitors and Convention Bureau (MVCB) is a subsidiary of the Hawaiʻi Visitors & Convention Bureau (HVCB). HVCB is contracted by the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority (HTA), the state of Hawai‘i’s tourism agency, for destination marketing in the United States. MVCB supports our international partners in Canada, China, Japan, South Korea and Oceania (Australia and New…
The Hawai’i Institute for Human Rights (HIHR) is dedicated to promoting human rights principles and a culture of peace through education and advocacy. HIHR advocates the use of public law instruments in implementing civil, political, economic, social, cultural, collective and ecological rights. HIHR strives for social justice in the development of a sustainable society in…
In the 1920’s, two brothers, Eldon and Afton Coon, built a fishing boat in Port Townsend, WA, and set sail for Alaska. They eventually settled in the towns of Sitka and Ketchikan. Both married, raised families, and continued the Coon Brother tradition. But it was Eldon who carried on the family’s wanderlust. Operating a successful…
Environmental Stewardship – CommunityService – Sense of PlaceWith the ocean as our office, we take great pride in caring for Maui’s environment, community and island culture. We provide authentic sustainable eco-tours that encourage you to discover a deeper appreciation of and connection to Hawaii’s marine environment.Since our inception in 2010, we’ve encouraged visitors to love…
LbE Hawaii is an educational organization, supporting, designing, and operating educational experiences for learners across the state of Hawaiʻi and from all over the world.Our diverse program themes include: sustainable development, global competency, intercultural communication, cultural exchange, career preparation, leadership, and team work.
HAWAIʻI STATE PARKS Hawaiʻi is the most remote archipelago on earth. Our reputation for unsurpassed natural beauty is reflected in Hawaii’s State Parks. The Hawaiʻi State Park System is composed of 50 parks encompassing approximately 30,000 acres on five major islands. These parks offer a variety of outdoor recreation and heritage opportunities. The park environments…
Provide quality products and services that advance Hawaiian language and culture and empower Hawaiians of all ages to kū a kanaka, or live a Hawaiian lifestyle.