MĀLAMA I KE KAI ‘O WAIPI‘O

Community. Connection. Stewardship.

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Our mission is to ensure ocean access for Hawaii Island residents to perpetuate traditional forms of wave riding, fishing, gathering, and other shoreline activities that sustain a thriving Waipi‘o Valley.

Days since Emergency Proclamation. 

  • SIGN THE PETITION
    On Feb. 25, 2022 Waipi’o Valley access was cut off to the community under Mayor Mitch Roth’s Emergency Proclamation. Access was allowed for some while denied to others. Sign the petition to show support for community access.
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  • LINK TO SURVEY
    If you are a Hawai‘i resident,  have a strong history of connection to Waipi‘o,  and are concerned about being denied access, please link above to submit a testimonial. Itʻs important that the mayor understand the diversity in our community.

TESTIMONIALS

Why is Waipi’o important to you? 

Caitlin Kryss

I am a preschool teacher at a local public charter school, and our keiki need access to these special places. Young children light up when they tell me about the times their ʻohana take them to the beach. It gives them connections to their heritage, stories of their ʻohana, and a sense of place. It is heartbreaking to imagine one of our keiki being told they cannot visit Waipiʻo. Please protect access to a very treasured place for our keiki.

Caitlin Kryss
Joseph Shackelford

Born and raised in Hamakua, Waipi’o valley is more than just a surf spot, it is a sacred place where I can connect with the ocean & nature, and is essential to my mental and emotional health. I go there to surf, pray, and find peace of mind. To lose access will be a great loss to my soul and heart.

Joseph Shackelford
Keith Tallett

As a place, it helps me and my family recharge physically and mentally. It also connects me to my community, environment, and cultural practices. As a Hawaiian, Waipi’o informs me about my culture,  past and present.

Keith Tallett