We share a mutual concern that many keiki in Kailua today do not have access to traditional knowledge about fishing and if they do they may not have the opportunity to get their diving gear and spear some fish with friends because the near shore fishery no longer has an adequate supply of fish.

Our program teaches about place and the practice of Hawaiian lawaiʻa pono (fish righteously).  Our lawaiʻa pono council have lived their full lives in Kailua. As contributors to developing our educational resources, they share historical insight about the health of our ecosystem woven with stories of fishing in Kailua when they were young.​ ​From a cultural standpoint; teaching keiki- this part of Hawaiian culture–is an opportunity for us to get involved and give back to our community.

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We are currently piloting our education program and resources with plans to offer all schools access to these resources free of charge in the near future.  We will continuously work with and learn from the community  so that our outreach stays collaborative, relevant and meaningful.