Hawaiʻi Conservation Kuleana

Episode 0 - Trailer

Patti Jette and Dan Dennison Season 1 Episode 1

Step into the heart of Hawaiʻi’s most pressing environmental and cultural conversations with Hawaiʻi Conservation Kuleana, hosted by the Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR).

In each episode, we explore the intricate balance of conservation and community, diving deep into the challenges, triumphs, and innovative strategies shaping Hawaiʻi’s land, waters, and heritage. With topics ranging from climate resilience and wildlife preservation to cultural stewardship and community engagement, listeners gain unparalleled insight into the kuleana (responsibility) of safeguarding Hawaiʻi for current and future generations.

Join us as we bridge policy and practice and celebrate the people dedicated to protecting the islands we call home. Whether you live here, love to visit, or simply love nature, Hawaiʻi Conservation Kuleana offers inspiration, education, and a call to action for all.

He wa'a he moku, he moku he wa'a. “The canoe is an island, and the island is a canoe.” Subscribe to learn more about the Hawaii DLNR today!

Hawaiʻi Conservation Kuleana Episode 0: Trailer

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Dan: Aloha and welcome to Hawaiʻi Conservation Kuleana, a new podcast brought to you by the Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources. I'm Dan Dennison. 

Patti: And I'm Patti Jette. Here at the DLNR our mission is to enhance, protect, conserve and manage Hawaiʻi's unique and limited natural, cultural and historic resources.

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Dan: In each episode, we'll dive deep into stories of the land, the waters and the people who dedicate their lives to preserving our natural beauty and cultural heritage. You'll hear from DLNR leaders and experts sharing their insights and experiences. And learn how you can play a part in safeguarding Hawaiʻi's precious resources for future generations, whether you live here, like to visit or simply love nature, this podcast is for you. 

Patti: Subscribe now and join us on this journey to protect and celebrate Hawaii's natural wonders. This is more than just a podcast. It's a call to action and a reminder of our kuleana to the land we call home. He vaʻa he moku, he moku he vaʻa - the canoe is an island and the island is a canoe. Mahalo for listening. We'll see you in our first episode. A hui hou. 
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