Welina mai me ke aloha!

Hui Hoʻoleimaluō is happy to share that registration is now open for Papahana Puakahīnano – Summer 2026!

Papahana Puakahīnano offers keiki and ʻōpio a meaningful opportunity to strengthen their connection to ʻāina through hands-on learning rooted in STEAM education, traditional Hawaiian practices, and community engagement. Participants will take part in wahi pana exploration, restoration, and stewardship of ʻāina and loko iʻa ecosystems at Honokea Loko Kuapā, Kaumaui Loko Wai, and Hilo One.

Program Attendance Commitment Statement:

*Due to limited program capacity, families who enroll their keiki are expected to commit to full participation for the entire week of the program. Consistent attendance is essential to ensure equitable access for all participants. Failure to comply with this attendance commitment may jeopardize eligibility for future program enrollment. Students must register based on the grade level they have completed, not their upcoming grade.

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Our Program Coordinator, Nāhōkū Kahana (puakahinano@huihooleimaluo.com), will follow up with ʻohana and confirm participant placement within two weeks of registration.

Mahalo nui,

Hui Hoʻoleimaluō

Session 1 : June 8 – 12, 2026

• Holokai :

• Hilo One - UHH Canoe Club

• Grades 6 - 12

• Holokai will be accepting one set of applicants for participation across the 2 Week Sessions

• Keaolena :

• Kaumaui Loko Wai - 2212 Kalanianaole Street, Hilo Hi 96720

• Grades K - 4

• Loko Iʻa :

• Kaumaui Loko Wai - 2212 Kalanianaole Street, Hilo Hi 96720

• Grades K - 4

*Registration Deadline: May 20, 2026

Session 2 : June 15 – 19, 2026

• Holokai :

• Hilo One - UHH Canoe Club

• Grades 6 - 12

• Keaolena :

• Kaumaui Loko Wai - 2212 Kalanianaole Street, Hilo Hi 96720

• Grades K - 4

• Loko Iʻa :

• Kaumaui Loko Wai - 2212 Kalanianaole Street, Hilo Hi 96720

• Grades K - 12