Waimea Valley
Located just down the road from O‘ahu’s famous big wave surfing spot sits Waimea Valley. This tranquil paradise has more than 5,000 documented types of tropical and subtropical plants that include native Hawaiian plants and endangered species. It also provides hands-on volunteer opportunities for many residents and visitors.
Protect & Preserve Hawai‘i
In 2018 Tyrone Montayre purchased 330 acres of conservation land and founded Protect & Preserve Hawai‘i, a non-profit organization dedicated to restoring the native habitat of lower Pia Valley. He faced a daunting journey, but in the end, he says it’s been a rewarding one.