Hawaii Wildfire Management Organization

11/02/2026

Lāʻau Love Fest returns! Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 14 from 9 AM to 2 PM at the West Hawaiʻi Civic Center.

Spend the day connecting with community partners, adopting free native and canoe plants, and enjoying local vendors and food, all in one place.

Join us for free hands-on workshops:
🌱 Native Plant Wreath-Making with Big Island Invasive Species Committee at 10 AM and 12:30 PM. Learn to craft a beautiful wreath using native plant materials, with all supplies provided.
🌱 “Right Tree, Right Place” with Hawaii Wildfire Management Org at 11 AM. Learn how to choose the right plants and place them wisely to help protect your home and community from wildfire.

You can also try your hand at kapa-making with artist Avalon Paradea throughout the day!

Registration for workshops and plants opens November 2nd. Workshops are limited to 25 participants per session. Learn more at bit.ly/laaulove.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

📅 Saturday, November 14, 2026
🕘 9 AM to 2 PM
📍 West Hawaiʻi Civic Center, Kailua-Kona

10/26/2026

10/22/2026

Tune in NOW to the YouTube premiere of “Stopping Wildfire in Hawaiʻi,” a new episode of Voice of the Sea featuring fire experts, researchers, land managers, and Firewise leaders working to reduce wildfire risk across our islands.

Learn about the science behind wildfires, the importance of prevention, and practical steps individuals and communities can take to make their homes and neighborhoods more wildfire resilient.

Join us for the premiere and participate in a LIVE chat with experts, ask questions, and learn more about wildfire preparedness in Hawaiʻi!

Watch NOW:

In this episode of Voice of the Sea, we’re on Kauaʻi at the Hawaiʻi...

10/21/2026

10/21/2026

What a great weekend at Puʻuwaʻawaʻa!

HWMO was excited to participate in the 19th Annual Run for the Dry Forest at Pu‘uwa‘awa‘a this past Saturday, joining runners, families, conservation partners, and community members in celebrating Hawaiʻi Island's precious dryland forests!

Our team hosted an outreach table, sharing wildfire prevention and preparedness resources and talking story with attendees about ways we can all help reduce wildfire risk.

We also had some special feathered friends join the fun! HWMO's very own Kaleo the Pueo was out and about alongside Pono the Nēnē from the Hawaii DLNR (Department of Land and Natural Resources) Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DLNR-DOFAW). Together, these two helped bring some extra excitement to the event while connecting with attendees of all ages!

Hawaiʻi's dryland forests are home to rare and endangered native species, and wildfire remains a significant threat to these unique ecosystems. Protecting these landscapes takes ongoing conservation, thoughtful land management, and a shared commitment to wildfire prevention.

Mahalo to the Akaka Foundation for Tropical Forests, event organizers, volunteers, and everyone who stopped by our table! We're grateful to be part of an event that brings people together to celebrate and protect Hawaiʻi's natural resources.

10/16/2026

HWMO was proud to participate in the AIA Maui Annual Meeting, connecting with architects, planners, and other professionals who play an important role in building a more wildfire-resilient Hawaiʻi.

HWMO's Amanda and Cassandra Smith joined the event, with Amanda leading an educational presentation on wildfire resilience and Cassandra sharing wildfire preparedness resources and connecting with attendees at our outreach table.

From building design and landscaping to community planning, these conversations are an important part of helping reduce wildfire risk across Hawaiʻi.

Mahalo to AIA Maui for the opportunity to share our work and connect with professionals helping shape Hawaiʻi's built environment!

Learn more about AIA Maui: https://aiamaui.org/

10/15/2026

Looking for wildfire training and conference opportunities? 🔥

PFX has compiled resources focused on wildland fire response, mitigation, and post-fire recovery relevant to partners across the U.S.-Affiliated Pacific Islands.

Scan the QR code to explore opportunities and resources tailored to Pacific Island communities on the PFX website.

10/07/2026

As we get ready to close out , remember that taking action today can help protect your community from the devastating effects of wildfires.

The Firewise USA® program offers simple, effective steps to reduce wildfire risks and strengthen neighborhood resilience.

Apply now to become a Firewise community and be part of building a safer, more prepared future: https://bit.ly/419Vm8l