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About Kānaka Climbers
Culturally & Historically Significant Information for Hawai'i Hikers & Climbers
We are a Native Hawaiian led non-profit organization that aims to encourage a more responsible and ethical outdoor recreational community in Hawaiʻi. We focus on providing vital, culture based education surrounding hiking and climbing. We work with Cultural Practitioners, Allies who are experienced in Archaeology, Botany, History, and Locals. We hope to provide knowledge and guidance that will help people form a connection with the ʻāina (land) and in turn become better stewards. We actively engage in conversations with Kānaka (Native Hawaiian), Native Hawaiian Organizations and Locals within different recreational areas to assist in voicing and supporting area specific concerns, which often involve the protection and preservation of sacred spaces.
Quick Links
State, Environmental & Hawaiian Resources
DOCARE
Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement
DOCARE is also your best contact if you find significant traditional Hawaiian artifacts on public lands.
DOFAW
Divison of Forestry and Wildlife
DOFAW is your best resource to learn about threatened and endangered plants that you may encounter while in Hawai’i.
SHPD
State Historic Preservation
SHPD is comprised of three branches, Architecture, Archaeology, and History & Culture.
DLNR
Department of Land and Natural Resources
Enhance, protect, conserve and manage Hawaii’s unique and limited natural, cultural and historic resources.
Invasive species committees
A voluntary partnership of state, federal, and private agencies. Invasive Species Committees work to prevent the establishment of new alien pests, controls incipient pests on public and private land, and educates the community about the threats of invasive species and what they can do to help.
Hawaiʻi Birds Past Present
Hawaiian birds have experienced the highest rates of extinction of any other group of birds and continue to face alarming rates of decline throughout the main Hawaiian Islands.
Hawaiian Language Translator
One of the most ancient languages in the world is the Hawaiian language. It has its own vocabulary and grammar.
Hawaiian Historical Society
Preserving Hawaiʻiʻs History
Dedicated to preserving historical materials, presenting public lectures, and publishing scholarly research on the history of Hawai’i.
Historic Hawaiʻi Foundation
Helping people preserve historic places
To preserve and encourage the preservation of historic buildings, structures, objects, sites and districts relating to the history of Hawai‘i
Climb & Hike Resources
Access Fund
Protect America's Climbing
At Access Fund, we are on a mission to keep climbing areas open and conserve the climbing environment, and we want you to join us.
Nā Ala Hele Trail & Access Program
Approved Trails
Hawaii's official trail and access website administered by the Nā Ala Hele Trails and Access Program, Division of Forestry and Wildlife, State of Hawaii.
Hawai'i Climbing Coalition (HCC)
Protect Hawai'i's Climbing
HCC is an organization dedicated to protecting The Mokulēʻia Crag and educating the public about rock climbing safety. Go to HCC for REQUIRED Mokulēʻia Conditional Climbing permit
Oahu Bouldering Gym
Come climb with us!! Experience bouldering for the first time or bring your climbing to the next level at Oahu Bouldering Gym!
HiClimb Rock Climbing Gym
At HiClimb, it is our mission to build and enrich a community around the sport of rock climbing within Hawaii.
Oahu Bouldering Gym
Come climb with us!! Corner of Kalakaua and Keawe in downtown Hilo, Hawai'i Island
Volcanic Rock Gym
Climbers of all ages and levels are welcome at Kailua’s premier bouldering gym.
Established in 2010, we’ve been in the climbing community for over a decade.