Hawaiʻi Conservation Kuleana
Explore the stories behind Hawai‘i’s natural, cultural, and historic treasures with the Hawai‘i Department of Land and Natural Resources. Join us for in-depth interviews with the people who dedicate their lives to preserving our ʻāina and get a look behind the scenes at the Hawaii DLNR.
Hawaiʻi Conservation Kuleana
Latest Episodes
Kahu Tom Lenchanko - Kūkaniloko
At the heart of central Oʻahu lies Kūkaniloko, the site of the birthstones where the highest ranking children in the Nation of Hawaiʻi were born and raised to be leaders. It is a place of profound cultural significance and deep ancestral connec...
Hunting in Hawaiʻi
What does hunting really mean in Hawaiʻi—and why does it matter more than many people realize?In this episode, we head mauka to explore a side of conservation that’s often misunderstood. From early mornings in rugged terrain to the deep ...
Inoa iʻa - Hawaiian sea life names
What’s in a fish name? In this episode, staff from the Division of Aquatic Resources Hawaiian culture team talk about the importance of using the proper Hawaiian names for fish and other marine life found in Hawaiʻi’s waters. They explore how t...
