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<a href="https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/coasts/"><span class="nivo-cap" >2026 is the Year of Our Coastal Kuleana</span><br /><span class="nivo-content">A time to learn about coasts, recreate responsibly, and give back through volunteering</span><br /><span class="s_readmore">Read More<i class="icon-signin"></i></span></a>

<a href="https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dofaw/pono/"><span class="nivo-cap" >Be Pono Outdoors</span><br /><span class="nivo-content">Pono the Nēnē shows us how to hike, gather and play pono. Watch Pono's videos, then claim your reward.</span><br /><span class="s_readmore">Read More<i class="icon-signin"></i></span></a>

<a href="https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dofaw/pono"><span class="nivo-cap" >Play Pono near Fire</span><br /><span class="nivo-content">Only make campfires in enclosed containers, and don't use fireworks at home. Play it safe and help prevent a forest fire.</span><br /><span class="s_readmore">Read More<i class="icon-signin"></i></span></a>

<a href="https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dofaw/pono"><span class="nivo-cap" >Be a Pono Pet Parent</span><br /><span class="nivo-content">Cats indoors and pets on leashes can save the lives of our Hawaiian birds</span><br /><span class="s_readmore">Read More<i class="icon-signin"></i></span></a>

<a href="https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dofaw/pono"><span class="nivo-cap" >Hike Pono</span><br /><span class="nivo-content">Clean your gear, stay on the trail, and listen to nature's music (or keep your own in headphones)</span><br /><span class="s_readmore">Read More<i class="icon-signin"></i></span></a>

<a href="https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dofaw/pono/"><span class="nivo-cap" >Gather Pono</span><br /><span class="nivo-content">Hawaiʻi's forests are here for you. You can gather fruit, foliage, and wood for free with an easy permit from Forestry & Wildlife.</span><br /><span class="s_readmore">Read More<i class="icon-signin"></i></span></a>

<a href="https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dofaw/endangered/"><span class="nivo-cap" >Be Pono Near At-Risk Species</span><br /><span class="nivo-content">Learn how to be pono near threatened & endangered species in Hawaiʻi</span><br /><span class="s_readmore">Read More<i class="icon-signin"></i></span></a>

<a href="https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dofaw/app/"><span class="nivo-cap" >Get the Outerspatial App</span><br /><span class="nivo-content">Hawaiʻi's outdoors is now in your hand. Find official trails and hunting areas near you.</span><br /><span class="s_readmore">Read More<i class="icon-signin"></i></span></a>

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Aloha from Forestry & Wildlife

Our mission is to protect, manage, and restore natural and cultural resources in collaboration with the people of Hawaiʻi. We envision a future with thriving native ecosystems and opportunities for the people of Hawaiʻi to engage with nature. E mālama kākou i ka ʻāina!

Explore Outdoors

To find resources near you, use the web map at the bottom of this page.

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Hunt- photo of game bird

Outerspatial- Our outdoor app- photo of hiker and smartphone

Explore Outdoor Hawaii- Activities and permits for all of DLNR

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Connect with Us

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Contact Us- photo of nēnē

Comment on plans, policies, and meetings- photo of two ʻiʻiwi birds

Jobs- photo of man with binoculars

Administrative Rules- photo of native snails

Learn About Hawaiʻi’s Species and Protected Areas

Education Resources- photo of student group outside

Native Species- photo of ʻiʻiwi

Forest Reserves- photo of hand on tree

Natural Area Reserves- photo of mountains

Wildlife Sanctuaries- photo of albatross chick

Our Program Areas

For a full list, use the Programs menu at the top of this page.

Forestry & Forest Health Programs- photo of a forest

Native Ecosystems Program- photo of pond and mountain

Wildlife Program- photo of a seabird

Recreation program- photo of tents

Wildfire Management- photo of fire fighter

Kaulunani Urban and Community Forestry- photo of ulu

Legacy Land Conservation Program- photo of rainbow and landscape

Forest Stewardship Program- photo of forested landscape

Snail Extinction Prevention Program- photo of snail

Hawaiʻi Invertebrate Program- photo of damselfly

Rare Plant Program- photo of plant

Invasive Species- photo of chameleon

Find Reserves and Trails Near You

Click on any reserve or trail in the map below to find more information (or view fullscreen). You can also visit our island hubs for information from our branches on Kauaʻi, Oʻahu, Maui Nui, and Hawaiʻi Island.

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