Mauka to Makai

ʻElepaio is excited to invite you and your ʻohana to our annual Mauka to Makai! This free, two-day event celebrates the beauty and sacredness of our ahupuaʻa. 

Mauka: Saturday, Nov. 21, 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. at Kaʻala Farm 

Makai: Sunday, Nov. 22, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Pōkaʻī Bay 

Day one takes place at Kaʻala Farm (Waiʻanae Valley) to learn about our Waiʻanae watershed, the moʻolelo of the space, and traditional farming practices. ʻOhana participate in cultural activities, such as kuʻi kalo, kapa making, and dryland kalo planting.

Day two is in partnership with Nā Kama Kai and starts at Pōkaʻī Bay (Neneʻu) with a small beach cleanup, followed by an array of ocean activities like stand-up paddleboarding and canoe paddling. People can visit different community booths for hands-on, cultural activities and enjoy live entertainment.

Booth line up:

• Akau Boards

• Coastal Zone Management

• Conservation International

• Department of Aquatic Research

• Hoʻomāhua Foundation

• Ka Poʻe Lawaiʻa

• Ka lei puʻupuʻu

• Niu Now

• Mana Moana Institute

• MAʻO Organic Farms

• Maoli Farms

• Pili Nā Moku

• Waiʻanae Coast Comprehensive Health Center

• Waiʻanae High School Culinary

• Waiʻanae High School Marine Science and Learning Center

Attendees also receive free lunch and event swag on both days.