KS’ new five-week summer program for Waialua region haumāna gave them the chance to learn from cultural practitioners, scientists, and ʻāina stewards ways to approach ecological problems. Above, Kilohana Waialua haumāna gather around a huge Hawaiian star compass puzzle after successfully teaming up to piece it together.

Kilohana Waialua haumāna practice their team problem-solving skills during the half-pipe marble challenge.

Haumana Hereiti Casey flashes a smile after braving the zip line.

Kilohana Waialua haumāna enjoy some beach time between lessons at Camp Mokulēʻia

Kilohana Waialua student, Suddn Santiago, strikes a pose while enjoying the sun, sand and waves.

Kumu Kāʻolino Yasuoka leads Kilohana Waialua students in singing “Pauahi Nona Ka Lei” in preparation for their visit to Mauna ʻAla – the final resting place of KS founder Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop.

Polynesian Voyaging Society Apprentice Navigators Lehua Kamalu and Kāʻohinani Kamalu, lead Kilohana Waialua haumāna in a nighttime star-gazing and celestial navigation lesson.

Kumu Uʻilani Kanehailua demonstrates proper marshmallow-roasting technique at the camp’s fire pit.