This year's Keiki Kamp served to stimulate both old and young as well as presenters and participants alike, making it a success in our eyes. Shared with the children were conservation practices our ancestors employed to ensure that the entire population of the Ahupua'a were well fed, and healthy. They learned about the importance of fish ponds to an Ahupua'a, fishing and gathering practices, the amazing skill our ancestors possessed in agriculture with our lo'i, and having over 300 different types of kalo varieties. Throughout the event great emphasis was placed on the reverence and care our ancestors had for their environment and their families.They were able to learn a hula, make 'ohe hanu ihu (bamboo nose flutes), they were able to make their own pa`i `ai, play in a lo'i, interact with a "tidepool" learn not just the words, but the story behind the song 'Opae E, create crafts, learn traditional mo'olelo and more.
We could not have done this without the kokua of our volunteers, to all of you who so graciously gave of your time, energy and aloha to assist us with making this event, MAHALO. MAHALO NUNUI. Our appreciation for you is immense, as is our aloha for you. Again, MAHALO.
