Association News
June 2012
HTA and CNHA Support Honolulu Zoo Children’s Discovery Forest
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FIA recently received a $49,100 award for the Hono‐
lulu Zoo Childrenʹs Discovery Forest by the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority (HTA) Natural Resources Pro‐
gram, which is administered by the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement (CNHA). HFIA, the Hawai‘i Forest Institute (HFI), and com‐
munity partners are moving forward with plans for the project, which is located near the zoo entrance, adjacent to the future site of a Native Hawaiian Village. The Discovery Forest will be a representation of natural systems, creating a scene of Hawai‘i before the arrival of humans. The exhibit will be designed to dem‐
onstrate culturally significant Hawaiian plant species, the significance of place, and the kuleana of mālama ‘āina by integrating traditional Hawaiian forest ecosys‐
tems, forest stewardship opportunities, and innovative land‐based education for residents and visitors. The Discovery Forest will reconnect urban visitors with the Hawaiian forest through three demonstration zones: strand vegetation, dryland mesic forest species, and Polynesian‐introduced species and cultivars. It will be a place that serves as an outdoor educational setting in which visitors will learn about the impor‐
tance of the sustainability of native and Polynesian plantings within a framework of Hawaiian cultural values. The vision is one in which the vast cultural, natural and historical attributes of Hawaii’s endemic and indigenous coastal flora and geology is shared, demonstrating the bond that must be formed between people and ‘āina if both are to thrive. Inside…
Page 3: Featuring HFIA Business Member Ahu Lani Sanctuary
Page 4: Maruyama and Yoshino Workshops Benefit woodworkers
Page 7: 20th Anniversary Hawaii’s Woodshow a Big Success!
Page 9: Hawaii’s Keiki Help Out at Pana‘ewa Zoo Discovery Forest
Page 10: HFIA Redesigned Website
Page 11: HFI Welcomes Hawaiian Koa Wood Rings as First 1% for
the Planet Donor
Page 12: Monk Seal Facts
International Sandalwood Symposium 2012
Page 13: Keoki Apokolani Carter Engages Youth at La‘i‘Ōpua
Preserve
Page 15: Mahalo New & Renewing Members
Page 16: Mahalo HFIA Corporate & Business Members
Page 17: HFIA Board of Directors
Huelo Seastack, with the last intact lowland Pritchardia forest in
the main Hawaiian Islands. Photo: Leland Miyano.
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Renown landscape designer, artist, and author Leland Miyano is working with award‐winning land‐
scape architects PBR HAWAII & Associates, Inc. to lead the landscape design planning process. Leland, Jason Umemoto, and Leonard Bisel created the Schematic Concept Plan. The project will start with the strand vegetation of the coast and proceed to the dryland and mesic forest; using examples of indigenous and endemic flora. Plants that are associated with educational stories will be prominently displayed. For example, a depiction of a lowland loulu (Pritchardia palm) forest will be a unique feature. The landscape of the Polynesian‐
introduced flora will be presented and educational pro‐
grams will be developed related to topics such as evo‐
lution, ecological lessons, endangered species, water‐
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shed protection, ahupua‘a resource management, and invasive species. Hawaii’s native forests are our nation’s most en‐
dangered, and the lowland ecosystems have been se‐
verely impacted. By reintroducing elements of the forest, this project will return community rewards in the form of environment and cultural educational benefits, forest stewardship volunteer opportunities, and private and public partnerships. Other organizations that will be assisting with the project include Paepae o He‘eia, Conservation Coun‐
cil of Hawai‘i, Scenic Hawaii, Inc., Mānoa Heritage Center, Kualoa‐Heeia Ecumenical Youth Project (KEY Project), Polynesian Voyaging Society, and O‘ahu Re‐
source Conservation & Development Council. Honolulu Zoo Discovery Forest Schematic Design Plan created by Leland Miyano, Jason Umemoto, and Leonard Bisel.
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I think we need to plant more trees!
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In the Spotlight
Featuring HFIA Member Ahu Lani Sanctuary
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hu Lani Sanctuary is a unique forestry center, farm, alternate energy experimen‐
tation site, and community gathering place located on the slopes of Mauna Kea on Hawai’i Island. Ahu Lani (ʺHeavenly Shrineʺ) is dedicated to restoring na‐
tive forests and associated wildlife habitats, identifying and implementing wise en‐ Ahu Lani Owners John Lindelow
ergy use practices, and educating the public and policy makers about the value of and Roz Rapozo.
native forests and habitats. Ahu Lani has been planting native Hawaiian forest trees and plants since they were established in 2002. From 2010 through 2011, they planted about 4,000 native trees and plants on 20 of their 24 acres under a joint Hawaii‐Federal program called the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP). Farming operations include raising eggs and organic produce. Up until 2011, Ahu Lani was also producing honey, but their three hives died out for unknown reasons. New hives will be established in the near future. “This year, we established our Adopt A Tree Program wherein people can adopt a tree and ʺwatch it growʺ; for each adoptive ʺparentʺ we plant a koa tree, care for it for decades, track it in our database, photograph and measure it at least once a year, and send a photo of the adopted trees on their ʺbirthdaysʺ to their ʺparentsʺ for 10 years”, said Ahu Lani Owner John Lindelow. Ahu Lani also has plans to experiment with aquaponics system, which will allow them to efficiently raise organic vegetables. Ahu Lani is a perfect setting for small group meetings or an overnight stay. There are serene walking paths and a 700 square foot round room ideal for yoga, meditation, body work, and dance. The Great Hall has cozy nooks for reading, and rooms range from suites with private baths to smaller rooms with shared bath. To the North of Ahu Lani is the Pacific Ocean. Looking makai, or towards the ocean, you can look down and see the blue Pacific several miles away and 3,000 feet below. To the South (which at Ahu Lani is ʺmaukaʺ or towards the mountains), you can see the summit of Mauna Kea and the foothills and cindercones at its base. On the Western border is Kalopa Gulch (pronounced Kaaʹ‐Low‐Paaʹ), in which a river flows at times of heavy rains. The gulch is home to groves of Eucalyptus trees. Ahu Lani is surrounded by ranch land, and you can often hear the low bellowing of cows or the hoot of a paniolo (cowboy). Flocks of wild turkeys and pheasant also call Ahu Lani home. Caretaker Dave is the man who knows the heartbeat of Ahu Lani best. With love and deep respect for the mountain on which Ahu Lani sits, he cares for, maintains, and nurtures the land and facilities. Dave comes from a diverse background that includes playing a major role in an outdoor school on the slopes of another mountain‐‐Mount Shasta. When you get to Ahu Lani, be sure to spend some time with Dave‐‐it is always a treat. Visit Ahu Lani Sanctuary on the web at http://ahulani.com/. Dave, Ahu Lani's
Caretaker and
On-site Manager.
Ahu Lani Sanctuary.
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Maruyama and Yoshino Workshops Benefit Hawaii’s Woodworkers
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Photo: © Hal Lum 2012
ationally‐known wood artist Wendy Maruyama conducted Image Transfer workshops on O‘ahu, Maui, and Hawai‘i Island in conjunction with the 2012 Hawaii’s Woodshow™. An addi‐
tional workshop, which transpired from the Kona workshop, was conducted on Hawai‘i Island; a plane demonstration workshop conducted by Japa‐
nese Plane‐master Takahiro Yoshino. The Woodshow serves as a reference point for planting high‐value hardwoods for future genera‐
tions and introduces residents and visitors to galler‐
ies and artists statewide. The workshops provided an important educational component, which bene‐
fited local artists as well as their potential clients. Professor emeritus of the Furniture Design and Woodworking Program at San Diego State Univer‐
sity, Wendy Maruyama has been making furniture since 1970. She was trained initially as a furniture maker and traditional woodworker. Today, her work is known for its deviation from the norm in the field of studio furniture. Her various bodies of work were often inspired and influenced by ex‐
tended residencies and visits to France, England, Japan, Korea and China. Koh Dana by Tak Yoshino won an Honorable Mention Award at
the 2012 Hawaii's Woodshow.
Maruyama conducted a workshop at the Univer‐
sity of Hawai‘i‐Mānoa and a slide lecture at Punahou School on O‘ahu; a work‐
shop and lecture at Hui Noʹeau Visual Arts Center on Maui; and a workshop and lecture at the Donkey Mill Art Center in Kona. There were 25 workshop attendees and an esti‐
mated 215 lecture atten‐
dees. Maruyama gave Book stand by Wendy Maruyama.
slide lectures along with the workshops, which were free and open to the public. Before departing for Japan after attending Ha‐
waii’s Woodshow™ and the Kona Image Transfer Workshop, multi‐talented, award‐winning wood artist Tak Yoshino graciously volunteered his time to conduct a plane demonstration workshop. There were 24 attendees at Takʹs workshop, which was hosted by HFIA President Tai Lake at his shop in Holualoa. Mahalo to sponsor State of Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture and project partners Hawai‘i Crafts‐
men, Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center, Punahou School, UH Mānoa, and Donkey Mill Art Center. A special mahalo to workshop coordinators Marian Yasuda and Kay Mura. Link to the project web‐
page from HFIA Homepage. (L) Wendy Maruyama and (R) Tak Yoshino with two of his children
at the 2012 Hawaii's Woodshow.
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Wendy Maruyama O‘ahu Workshop.
Wendy Maruyama Maui Workshop.
Wendy Maruyama Kona Workshop.
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Wendy Maruyama Inage-transfer Art Pieces.
Tak Yoshino Plane Demonstration Workshop.
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HFIA 20th Anniversary Hawaii’s Woodshow™ a Big Success!
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awaii’s Woodshow™, Na Lā‘au o Hawai‘i, HFIA’s 20th annual statewide juried woodworking exhibition ran April 1 and runs through April 15 at the Honolulu Museum of Art School Gallery at Linekona. The Opening Reception, which was attended by about 500 people, was held on March 31. Fifty artists entered 85 magnificent pieces in the show. Congratulations to this year’s award winners: Award Artist Title Best of Show Marcus Castaing Guardians of the Heart Award of Excellence R. W. Butts Hibiscus Bowl on Stand 1st Place Furniture Peter Ziroli Center Table 1st Place Musical Instrument David Gomes Kanani Ekolu Kanaka 1st Place Sculpture Keith Maile 1st Place Turning Andy Cole Nesting Instinct 1st Place Open John Sincerbeaux Sacred Pond 1st Place Novice Eric LeBuse Kaloa Honorable Mention Tak Yoshino Koh Dana Honorable Mention John Mydock Koi Pond Honorable Mention Michael Patrick Smith Yin Yang Fern Honorable Mention J. Kelly Dunn Black Heart Mango Series Honorable Mention Honolulu Furniture Co. Desk and Chair Honorable Mention Marcus Castaing
Blanket Chest Kent Award Luke Shaffer Wave Desk and Octopus A new award this year was the Spirit of the Show, which recognized creative promotion of woods from lesser‐known, non‐native trees. Masako Schwalbenitz’s Many‐Legged Stool was selected to receive the Spirit of the Show Award. The Peopleʹs Choice Award went to Vedad Kulalic for his “Desk With Chair” and Peter Ziroli won the Artistʹs Choice award for Photo: © Hal Lum 2012
his “Center Table”. Jurors for the show were nationally‐known wood artist Wendy Maruyama, artist and professor emeritus of the Furniture Design and Woodworking Program at San Diego State University; one of HFIA and Hawaii’s Woodshow’s founders, Peter D. Simmons, consultant, In the Woods; and Steven Hill from the University of Hawaii School Of Archi‐
tecture. Only art pieces crafted predominately from Hawai‘i‐grown woods are displayed at Hawaii’s Woodshow as part of its endeavor to encourage and strengthen appreciation for sustainable forestry through the planting of native species. Endangered woods and certain rare species are prohibited. Hawaii’s Woodshow sponsors were HLH, Kamehameha Schools, DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife, State of Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture, Woodcraft Hawaii, Ron and Myra Kent, Specialty Forest Products, Inc., Alexander & Baldwin and the Alexander & Baldwin Foun‐
dation, Halekulani Hotel, C. Barton Potter, Bubbies Ice Cream, Thomas A. Loudat, Martin & MacArthur, and wood artist and HFIA Board Presi‐
dent Tai Lake. “Guardians of the Heart” by Marcus Castaing.
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Photo: © Hal Lum 2012
Photo: © Hal Lum 2012
A special mahalo to Hawaii’s Woodshow’s Event Coordinator Marian Yasuda for coordinat‐
ing another spectacular show. Marian is not only an excellent event coordinator, she is an athlete, community leader, and talented woodworker. Marian, who is a well known artist, has been in‐
volved with the Woodshow in one form or another since its inception. She began her involvement by submitting her work and her role as a contributing artist was constant throughout the first 14 shows. By the second show, she was volunteering first as the staging coordinator, then Woodshow co‐chair, and ultimately the event coordinator. Marian brings the unique perspective of artist, vol‐
unteer, and past HFIA director to the Woodshow. Mahalo to the Honolulu Museum of Art School Gallery at Linekona for continuing our partnership and accommodating next year’s Hawaii’s Woodshow. The Show will be open to the public April 1 through April 14th, 2013 and the Opening Reception will be held on Satur‐
day, March 30th. “Kaulana Ke
Kuahiwi” by
David Gomes.
“Ekolu Kanaka-Umeke Awa Vessel” by Keith Maile.
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Post Your Creations on Hawaii’s Woodshow Marketplace!
If you have entered a piece in the Hawaii’s Woodshow over the past 19 years,
you are eligible to post items on Hawaii’s Woodshow Marketplace. Visit the Hawaii’s Woodshow Home Page at http://woodshow.hawaiiforest.org/ and Hawaii’s
Woodshow Marketplace at http://gallery.hawaiiforest.org/ .
The items you post on the marketplace do not need to be previous Woodshow
entries. However your pieces will need to be approved for posting by the event coordinator if they are not a previous entry. If you are interested in posting a item, please
contact Sophia Cabral-Maikui at [email protected]
See “On Vacation” by
Artist Clay Simpson at
the Marketplace.
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Hawaii’s Keiki Help Out at Pana‘ewa Zoo Discovery Forest
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n April 14, a group of 20 volunteers of various ages put on work gloves and wielded trowels to remove weeds and plant seedlings at the Pana‘ewa Zoo Discovery Forest. The volunteers in‐
cluded a group of Kiwanis Kids, who have volun‐
teered to help out at the Discovery Forest on a quar‐
terly basis. During the weeding and planting, the Kiwanis Kids and their fellow volunteers learned about the significance of Hawaiian plants from Dr. J.B. Friday of the University of Hawaii Cooperative Extension Service. . Volunteers Mike Donoho, HFIA and HFI Directors Aileen Yeh and Peter Simmons and also pitched in to help organize the workday. On April 17, two first grade classes from Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalani‘ana‘ole Elementary and Interme‐
diate School planted native Hawaiian plants Kopiko and Papala kepau. Landscape Architect Leonard Bi‐
sel talked to the students about the native plants and helped them plant the seedlings. Two volunteer workdays are scheduled for July. On July 6th, 80 Kamehameha Schools first grade stu‐
dents and on July 14th, Kiwanis Kids and Circle K youth will be gearing up to help HFIA and HFI en‐
hance and expand the Native and Agro‐forest gar‐
dens, which were created by community volunteers last year. Kiwanis Kids Workday.
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(Top) Landscape Architect Leonard Bisel and (Bottom) Teacher Sunny Laplante with Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalani‘ana‘ole Elementary
and Intermediate School students at the Pana‘ewa Zoo Discovery Forest.
HFIA Redesigned Website
HFIA redesigned its website allows members to log in, update their profile, add a photo; and pay their dues. How to Update Your Profile 1. Go to Home Page at http://www.hawaiiforest.org/ 2. Click “Log In” in the top right corner or in the left Menu Bar under Membership, click “Update My Listing”. 3. Input HFIA (all caps) in the Password field and your First Initial.Last name in the Username field (i.e. David Smith’s Username is D.Smith). Once you are logged in, you can change your username and password. If you have questions or suggestions on ways to improve the site, email Sophia at [email protected] JUNE 2012
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Hawai‘i Forest Institute Welcomes Hawaiian Koa Wood Rings
As First 1% for the Planet Donor
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• Pana‘ewa Zoo Discovery Forest; • Honolulu Zoo Children’s Discovery Forest; • Youth education plan for Kapāpala Forest; • Native Hawaiian Seed Bank Cooperative; • Hawai‘i Forest Journal; and • Website at www.hawaiiforestinstitute.org. To encourage sustainability efforts worldwide, Pata‐
gonia founder Yvon Chouinard and Blue Ribbon Flies owner Craig Matthews founded 1% for the Planet in 2002. In just 10 years, the organiza‐
tion has grown into a global movement of over 1,500 member companies in 43 coun‐
tries that donate one percent of their sales to environmental organizations on the planet. Today, more than 2,950 non‐profit partners have received over $70 million in donations from 1% member companies. New busi‐
nesses are joining the network at the rate of more than one a day making 1% for the Planet a front‐
runner in supporting the work of environmental groups around the world. To learn how to become a HFI 1% donor, please visit the 1% website at www.onepercentfortheplanet.org or contact Heather Simmons at (808) 933‐9411. ust two months after it announced its partnership with 1% for the Planet, the Hawai‘i Forest Institute (HFI) is welcoming its first donor, Hawaiian Koa Wood Rings. As a 1% for the Planet member, Hawai‐
ian Koa Wood Rings owner and creator Che Garcia has pledged 1% of his monthly revenues to HFI beginning in June. Hawaiian Koa Wood Rings uses only sustainably sourced woods, reclaimed lumber or wood‐
working scraps for their wedding rings, bracelets and other accessories. “I originally created a titanium and Hawaiian Koa wood band for myself in 2004, and have since handcrafted over 1,000 rings for customers all over the globe,” said Che Garcia. Hawai‐
ian Koa Wood Rings is located on the slopes of Hualalai in the small artist and coffee farming community of Holualoa on the Is‐
land of Hawai‘i. Visit Hawaiian Koa Wood Rings on the web at http://www.koawoodrings.com/. Funds raised through 1% for the Planet will help to support HFI’s conservation efforts including: • Dryland forest restoration and education at Ka`ūpūlehu Dryland Forest, Kalaemanō Cultural Center, and La`i`Ōpua Dryland Preserve; ™
HAʹENA GLASS. My Hawaii. Haʹena Beach lies at the “end of the road” on Kaua‘iʹs north shore, and is an extremely popular destination for both visitors and locals. Viewing of wet caves — ancient sea caves formed during a higher stand of sea, proba‐
bly 4,000 years ago; tradition credits Pele the volcano goddess as having dug the caves in her search for a new home. Hawaii artist Patrick Ching perfectly captures the serene wonder of this beach in his oil painting. Available in giclee or matted prints at Mar‐
tin & MacArthur or call Grand Hyatt Kauai at 808‐845‐6688. JUNE 2012
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Monk Seal Facts
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awaiian monk seals are one of the world’s most endangered animals, with population estimates less than 1,100. Hawaiian monk seals are endemic to Hawai‘i and therefore found nowhere else in the world. In June 2010, the Legislature passed Act 165, specifically to increase pen‐
alties for taking (which is defined to include harassing or killing) a monk seal. Itʹs a Class C felony (up to 5 years imprisonment). Someone con‐
victed under this law could face a maximum fine of $50,000. Monk seals are also protected under the federal Endangered Species Act and Marine Mammal Protection Act, which makes it a crime to kill or harm a Hawai‐
ian monk seal. http://www.kauaimonkseal.com/Home.html
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International Sandalwood Symposium 2012 October 21‐24, 2012 East‐West Center’s Conference Center, Honolulu The International Sandalwood Symposium 2012 is a four‐day, stand‐alone meeting to be held at the East‐West Center’s Conference Center located at the University of Hawai’i, Manoa Cam‐
pus in Honolulu from 21‐24 October 2012. It is de‐
signed to bring together a diverse international group of participants interested in the scientific research, conservation, ethnobotany, commercialization, and other aspects of sandalwoods‐ from the world’s lead‐
ing experts to students, landowners, land managers, business people, and the general public. There will be a variety of ways to participate in the meeting, includ‐
ing field trips, public lectures and workshops, presen‐
tations, poster and discussion sessions. To learn more http://www.iliahi.org/iliahi_photos.htm
go to www.sandalwoodfoundation.org/. ™
I think that I shall never see a poem lovely as a tree
A tree whose hungry mouth is pressed against the earth's sweet flowing breast
A tree that looks at God all day and lifts her leafy arms to pray
A tree that may in Summer wear a nest of robins in her hair
Upon whose bosom snow has lain, who intimately lives with rain
Poems are made by people like me, but only God can make a tree
by Joyce Kilmer (1886-1918)
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Keoki Apokolani Carter Engages Youth at La‘i‘Ōpua Preserve
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ultural Ecology Educator and Outreach Coordi‐
nation Keoki Apokolani Carter continues to pilot test his Mea Lā‘au youth education program at La‘i‘Ōpua Preserve. The Mea Lā‘au program focuses on native plants and trees for tools and implements and offers suggestions for alternatives to endangered species. The “hands‐on” portion includes examples and experiences with materials and historical imple‐
ments as stories are told; for these items or mea of the land are a testament to innovation, artistry, and con‐
nection to place. The program conveys the important message of developing thoughtful relationships and responsibility to the land—to instill a sense of kuleana; that the notion of protecting scarce resources is not a new introduced concept, but rather an ancient prac‐
tice as shown by the kapu system. The Hawai‘i Forest Institute (HFI) was awarded grants from the Atherton Family Foundation, Bill Healy Foundation, Kukio Community Fund of Ha‐
wai‘i Community Foundation to support restoration and education efforts at La‘i ‘Ōpua Preserve. In addition to creating a safe haven for the endan‐
gered plants Aupaka (Isodendrion pyrifolium) and Uhiuhi (Caesalpinia kavaiensis), endemic, indigenous, and Polynesian‐introduced species are being pro‐
tected and outplanted at La‘i ‘Ōpua Preserve under the leadership of Site Manger Wilds Pihanui Brawner. Kealakehe High School “Spirit of Aloha” students collect Naio seeds. Photo Yvonne Yarber Carter.
Site Manger Wilds Pihanui builds steps with Ke Kama
Pono haumana. Photo: Keoki A. Carter.
(L) Pomai and Kelii test Mea Lā‘au cultural implements (fids) and (R) Chadd, below deck, uses fid to lash Makali‘i as haumana assists
and learns. The cultural instructional implements were crated by Keoki Apokolani Carter. Photo: Keoki A. Carter.
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Wilds Pihanui Brawner with Kealakehe High School “Spirit of Aloha” students. Photo: Keoki A. Carter.
Cornell Environmental Studies students (L) record natural regeneration plots and (R) gather at Hale Maka Nui, a pavilion recently built by
HFIA subcontractor Pacific Stone Construction to provide shade for groups visiting La‘i ‘Ōpua. Photos: Yvonne Yarber Carter.
(L) Yvonne Yarber Carter speaks to Na Kahumoku and “Spirit of Aloha” students at Kealakehe High School. Photo: Keoki A. Carter.
(R) La‘i ‘Ōpua Team at Kealakehe, sharing online curriculum with “Spirit of Aloha” students. Photo: Yvonne Yarber Carter.
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Mahalo Renewing Members
Corporate ($300) Mike Lindstrom – Sales, Specialty Forest Products, Inc. Nickolas Koch – General Manager, Forest Solutions, Inc. Business ($125) Derrick Nishimura – General Manager, Agro Resources, Inc. Bart Potter – C. Barton Potter Co. Andy Cole Gregg Smith – Woodturner James Quinn – Member Manager, Hawaii Island Hardwoods, LLC Kent Lighter – Kohala Nui Farms, LLC Tay W. Perry – President, Tay W. Perry, Inc. Kevin Carl – The Koa Store Don Bryan – Tradewinds Hawaiian Woods Jorma Winkler – Owner, Winkler Woods, LLC Individual ($50) James Brewbaker Michael Buck Andrea T. Gill Chip Hartman Herb Kaneko Robert A. Merriam Frederic J. Peel Martha Peterson Dave Rinell Scott Rolles Terence Spencer Mahalo New Members
Business ($125) Clark Allred – Owner, Big Island Wood Products, LLC James De Mello – Owner, J.D. Enterprises Che Garcia – Owner, Hawaiian Koa Wood Rings The mission of the Hawai‘i Forest Industry Association is to
promote healthy and productive forests and a sustainable forest industry
through forest management, education, planning, information exchange, and advocacy.
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HFIA Corporate Members Robert Jolley, American Forest Management, Inc.
Mary and Eric Bello, Bello's Millwork Inc.
Sheri S. Mann, DLNR/Division of Forestry & Wildlife
Nicholas Koch, Forest Solutions, Inc.
J. Scott Meidell, Haleakala Ranch
Wade C. Lee, Ha’loa Aina (JAWMIN) LLC
Jeffrey A. Dunster, Hawaiian Legacy Hardwoods/Hawaiian Legacy Forests
Joshua Johansen, Honomalino Wood Mill Inc.
Kama Dancil, Kamehameha Schools
Michael Tam, Martin & MacArthur, Ltd.
Ed Takayesu, Maui Custom Woodworks, Inc.
Joyce H. Doty, Na Aina Kai Botanical Gardens
Fred and Connie Smales, Plywood Hawaii, Inc.
Mike Lindstrom, Specialty Forest Products, Inc.
Dave Sweitzer, Western Hardwood Association
Carol Akimoto, Woodcraft Hawaii
HFIA Business Members Derrick Nishimura, Agro Resources, Inc.
John Lindelow, Ahu Lani Sanctuary
Aileen Yeh, Aileen's Nursery-Po`o Wai U,
Hawaii Agriculture Research Center
Owen J. Graham, Alaska Forest Association
Andy Cole, Woodworker
Jay Warner, Awapuhi Farms & Mill
Bart Potter, C. Barton Potter Co.
Scott Beaulaurier, Beaulaurier Forestry Services, Inc.
Clark Allred, Big Island Wood Products, LLC
Cliff Johns, Cliff Johns Gallery
Richard Cunningham, The Picture Frame Shop
J. Kelly Dunn
Linda Dunn, Dunn Gallery
Tim and Tiffany Shafto, DeEtte & Alan
Mats Fogelvik, Fogelvik Furniture
Jill Wagner, Future Forests Nursery, LLC
Gerhard Osterberger, G.O. Fine Woodworking
David Gomes, Gomes Guitars & Ukuleles
Gregg Smith, Gregg Smith - Woodturner
Jeff Gomes, Hawaii Bookmark/Jeff’s Workbench
James Quinn, Hawaii Island Hardwoods, LLC
Curtis Wilmington, Hawaiian Accessories, Inc.
Vedad Kulalic, Hawaiian Fine Woodcraft LLC
Bill Cowern, Hawaiian Mahogany, Inc.
Che Garcia, Hawaiian Koa Wood Rings
Honolulu Furniture Company
James De Mello, J.D. Enterprises
Terry & Carole Wells, Kahili Makai Ranch and Supply
Kip Dunbar, Kainalu Ranch
Charles Gerdes, Kalaau Graphics
A. C. Sandy Brodie, Kaua'i Koa Farm
David Longacre, Kawika Tropical Fruit Orchards
Kent Lighter, Kohala Nui Farms
Greg H. Blomgren, Koa Hawaiiana
Rick Rutiz, Ma Ka Hana Ka‘ Ike
James A. Mehrwein, McKenzie River Associates, LLC
Richard Willson, Ocean Eagle
Andy Parker, Parker Productions Unlimited
Brandi Beaudet, Parker Ranch
Robert Puakea Jr.
Les Goya, Queen Emma Land Company
Rhoady Lee, Rhoady Lee Architecture & Design
Ricardo Vasquez
Ron Kent
Roy Lambrecht, Roy Lambrecht Woodworking, INC
R.W. Rollo Scheurenbrand, Scheurenbrand Guitars
Aaron Lau, Simply Wood Studios
Clay & Shel Simpson, Simpson Art Works
Edmund K. Clark, Stewardship Services
Martin Mansson, Swedish Woodwork & Design
Tai Lake, Tai Lake Fine Woodworking
Takahiro and Junko Yoshino
Tay Perry, Tay W. Perry, Inc.
Kevin Carl, The Koa Store
Elin Walburn, Teichner Walburn & Associates
Don Bryan, Tradewinds Hawaiian Woods
Michael M. Kraus, Tree Works, Inc.
J.B. Friday, University of Hawaii Manoa Cooperative
Extension Service
Alan Wilkinson, Wilkinson Koa Furniture
Jorma Winkler, Winkler Woods, LLC
Loren Wilson, Wilson Woodcraft
Thomas M. Calhoun, World Wood Works
Roy Tsumoto, Woodcraft by Roy Tsumoto
Ron Hester, Woodworking Studio Hawaii
Hidetaka Yamauchi, Yamaichi Fancy Veneer
Tom Zelko, Zelko Woodworks LLC.
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HAWAI`I FOREST INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION
OFFICERS
Tai Lake, President
Aileen Yeh, Vice President
Mats Fogelvik, Secretary
Elin Walburn, Treasurer
DIRECTORS
KAUAI
Laurie Ho
Donald Riedel
OAHU
Robert Osgood
Diana Tusher
MAUI
Kip Dunbar
Thomas Calhoun
HAWAI`I
Mike Robinson
Peter D. Simmons
AT-LARGE
Don Bryan
Mats Fogelvik
Nicholas Koch
Tai Lake
Elin Walburn
Jay Warner
Jorma Winkler
Aileen Yeh
HAWAI’I FOREST INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION
P. O. Box 66
’O’ōkala, HI 96774
Phone: 808-933-9411
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.hawaiiforest.org/
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