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Kūpeke Ahupua’a is a 501c3 nonprofit and Native Hawaiian Organization dedicated to protecting ancestral land in Kūpeke for the purpose of perpetuating traditional and customary Native Hawaiian practices and environmental stewardship. Mission To restore and preserve native ecosystems and cultural resources in Kūpeke Ahupua’a. Protect the past – Sustain the future. Kupeke Loko Iʻa is a dedicated restoration and management project overseen by the Kupeke Ahupuaʻa nonprofit organization. As an ancient loko kuapā, this area represents a deep connection to our cultural heritage. Since November 2018, Stewardship by native practitioners of Manaʻe descent have worked to revitalize this space. Our current stewardship efforts involves the removal of invasive overgrowth, replacing them with native plant species, and ongoing monitoring of limu and marine life. Our primary objective is to cultivate a healthy, balanced ecosystem that provides a sustainable source of fish and limu for subsistence gathering. Site Access Notice: To ensure the biological integrity of the pond, access is restricted. Please do not enter the pond without express permission from management. These measures are vital to prevent the spread of diseases and invasive species via clothing and equipment. Furthermore, for the safety of the ecosystem, we kindly ask that you keep all pets leashed and away from the water. 
Woody, the resident aukuʻu bird on-watch at Kupeke Loko Iʻa.
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