He ali‘i ka ‘āina; he kauwā ke kanaka
Where land is chief and man is steward
Experience our campus, tour historic cultural sites and learn how to become a culturally responsible ahupuaʻa steward. ʻIole operates 2,400 acres in the ahupuaʻa of ʻIole.
Welcome to ‘Iole
As a Hawaiian cultural based education nonprofit, we create experiences where learners and visitors understand their environment, natural resources and discover the impact they can have on their world and their community.
Committing to Sustaining Our ʻĀina
inspiring sustainable thinking
At ‘Iole, we are guided by the values, principles and wisdom of Mālama ʻĀina and to care for and properly steward the land. The commitment to protect and preserve sustainable stewardship practices by sharing indigenous knowledge and passion to nurture thriving communities is Hawaiian, cultural resilience.
In doing so, we aspire to perpetuate an enduring love and affection for the land, natural environment, and cultural resources, and aloha ʻāina.
Committing to Sustaining Our ʻĀina
inspiring sustainable thinking
At ‘Iole, we are guided by the values, principles and wisdom of mālama ʻāina and to care for and properly steward the land. The commitment to protect and preserve sustainable stewardship practices by sharing indigenous knowledge and passion to nurture thriving communities is Hawaiian, cultural resilience.
In doing so, we aspire to perpetuate an enduring love and affection for the land, natural environment, and cultural resources, and aloha ʻāina.
Our Projects
‘Iole seeks to be a global model of sustainability, under the values of Hawaiian indigenous mindset. Project focus areas include renewable energy, food security, and global resilience.
Our Facilities & Lodging
Surrounded by stunning views of the Kohala mountains and the Pacific Ocean, our lodging facilities and meeting spaces are flexible, light-filled and feature all the essential amenities for a memorable stewardship retreat or corporate off-site meeting or conference. Within the Pu‘uhonua o ‘Iole campus are ten bungalows and a forty-bed dormitory that combine the comfort of modern accommodations with the natural island beauty of Hawaiʻi.
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