A work in progress… Laulima – “many hands” contribute to the restoration and care of Keolamauloa. Even the animals have their work and contribution.
Our investment in the future is the restoration of the native forest and wildlife habitat. When we arrived here in 1983 we faced the daunting task of reclaiming a treasure that had been neglected for many years. Guinea grass and scrub guava dominated what had once long ago been a native Ohia forest. Fallen cyprus trees were buried in the head-high weeds.
Now 20+ years later we have cleared and planted over 300 native trees and plants. With the guidance and support of the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), we are restoring the native forest and creating wildlife habitat to preserve and protect our fragile ecosystem.
Our island was once the home of a people who lived on what they could hunt, gather and grow. Today we are challenged to return to a simpler way of life. Fresh, locally grown food for our family is the goal of our large gardens where we grow taro, sweet potato, banana, and a variety of other fruits and vegetables. Farm eggs, garden produce, native trees and plants are available for sale by request. For more information or If you would like to be added to our e-mail list please contact us.
