Cultivating Aloha ʻĀina

Maintaining a living learning center with a range of educational programs that strengthen our relationship with the land, waters and one another. 

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    Field Trips & Group Visits

    We inspire a deeper understanding of our reciprocal relationship with the land through hands-on work. Please get in touch with us to check our availability and to schedule a field trip or group visit to Waipā.

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  • Mai Uka A i Kai

    Year round programs keeping multigenerational and historically underserved families tied to place and culture.

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    Volunteer Workdays

    Join the Waipā team to work and learn together while helping to mālama(care for) learning sites throughout the ahupuaʻa. We welcome volunteers every 4th Saturday of the month from 9am - 12pm; lunch is provided.

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    Internships & Workforce Development

    Waipa offers paid immersive summer internships for local youth and young adults.  These internships focus on aloha ‘aina, ahupua’a stewardship, local food systems, and empowering youth by building practical, professional, and cultural skills. Waipa also serves as a host site for year round internships through KUPU. These internships serve as pathways to career development in the aloha ‘aina sector and beyond.

    Interested in internship opportunities please contact us!

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  • Facilities

    Waipāʻs facilities and open spaces support economic development, community building and `ohana gatherings, as well as workshops and meetings that align with Waipāʻs mission.

Join Us for Our Annual Events

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    ʻĀina Festival

    The festival features live music and entertainment, ‘ono food, hands-on cultural activities, local vendors and artisans, and a waterslide for the keiki!

    MAHALO NUI for joining us at Waipā on for this yearʻs ʻĀina Festival.

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    Eat the Invasives (Fall 2027)

    Invasive species were eaten, the bounty of our ʻāina was celebrated,  beautiful mele was heard and the night was danced away! We are so grateful to the many hands the contributed to the success of the evening.

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    Christmas Craft Fair

    Each December, Waipā hosts a vibrant Christmas Craft Fair featuring artisans and vendors from across Kauaʻi. This is a great marketplace to support local and find unique gifts for friends and family.

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