KAHO'OLAWE ISLAND RESERVE COMMISSION

Our Vision: The kino (physical manifestation) of Kanaloa is restored. Forests and shrublands of native plants and other biota clothe its slopes and valleys. Pristine ocean waters and healthy reef ecosystems are the foundation that supports and surrounds the island. Nā poʻe o Hawaiʻi (the people of Hawaiʻi) care for the land in a manner, which recognizes the island and ocean of Kanaloa as a living spiritual entity. Kanaloa is a puʻuhonua and wahi pana (a place of refuge, a sacred place) where native Hawaiian cultural practices flourish. The piko of Kanaloa (the navel, the center) is the crossroads of past and future generations from which the native Hawaiian lifestyle is spread throughout the islands.

811 Kolu St., Suite 201
Wailuku, HI 96793 [map]
Tel.(808) 243-5020
Fax (808) 243-5885
Email: kirc.administrator@hawaii.gov

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QUICK LINKS

  • FY2023 Year in Review and KIRC overview
  • Boater Registration, 2025 Permitted Trolling Schedule and Catch Report Forms
  • KIRC FY2022 Trust Fund Report
  • Updated Kahoʻolawe Living Library
  • Kahoʻolawe Brush Fire Relief Fund
  • Kahoʻolawe Island Guide now in the iTunes Store (our FREE mobile app)
  • KIRC Biosecurity Plan

    • NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

    • 12/02/2024 - For the month of December 2024, the waters around the Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve will be open for permitted trolling by permitted vessels only on December 14th, 15th, 28th and 29th. For more information click here
    • 11/20/2024 - The Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve has just posted its Summer 2024 newsletter. For more information click here
    • 11/20/2024 - The Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve has just posted its permitted trolling schedule for calendar year 2025. For more information click here
    • 11/01/2024 - The Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve Commission has just posted its' draft minutes for its' commission meeting held on September 24, 2024. For more information click here
    • 10/30/2024 - For the month of November 2024, the waters around the Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve will be open for permitted trolling by permitted vessels only on November 2nd, 3rd, 16th and 17th. For more information click here
    • 10/04/2024 - The Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve Commission is pleased to announce the first confirmed discovery, excavation and successful rescue and release of the Hawaiian green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas), also known as honu, nesting site on Kahoʻolawe. For more information click here
    • 10/01/2024 - For the month of October 2024, the waters around the Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve will be open for permitted trolling by permitted vessels only on October 12th, 13th, 26th and 27th. For more information click here
    • 09/19/2024 - The Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve Commission has just posted its' website version of its' amended agenda for its' next commission meeting on September 24, 2024, in-person, and Livestream via YouTube. For more information click here
    • 09/17/2024 - The Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve Commission has just posted its' agenda for its' next commission meeting on September 24, 2024, in-person, and Livestream via YouTube. For more information click here
    • 08/30/2024 - For the month of September 2024, the waters around the Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve will be open for permitted trolling by permitted vessels only on September 7th, 8th, 28th and 29th. For more information click here
    • 08/01/2024 - For the month of August 2024, the waters around the Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve will be open for permitted trolling by permitted vessels only on August 3rd, 4th, 10th and 11th. For more information click here
    • 07/05/2024 - For the month of July 2024, the waters around the Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve will be open for permitted trolling by permitted vessels only on July 13th, 14th, 27th and 28th for more information click here
    • 06/21/2024 - The Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve Commission has just posted its' website version of its' amended agenda for its' next commission meeting on June 26, 2024, in-person, and Livestream via YouTube. For more information click here
    • 06/19/2024 - The Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve Commission has just posted its' agenda for its' next commission meeting on June 26, 2024, in-person, and Livestream via YouTube. For more information click here
    • 05/31/2024 - The Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve Commission has just posted its' draft minutes for its' commission meeting held on April 24, 2024. For more information click here
    • 05/31/2024 - For the month of June 2024, the waters around the Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve will be open for permitted trolling by permitted vessels only on June 8th, 9th, 29th and 30th for more information click here
    • 05/31/24 - The Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve Commission is seeking qualified candidates for its Volunteer Coordinator position. For more information click here.
    • 05/01/2024 - For the month of May 2024, the waters around the Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve will be open for permitted trolling by permitted vessels only on May 11th, 12th, 18th and 19th for more information click here
    • 04/19/2024 - The Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve Commission has just posted its' website version of its' amended agenda for its' next commission meeting on April 24, 2024, in-person, and Livestream via YouTube. For more information click here
    • 04/18/2024 - The Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve Commission has just posted its' amended agenda for its' next commission meeting on April 24, 2024, in-person, and Livestream via YouTube. For more information click here
    • 04/01/2024 - For the month of April 2024, the waters around the Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve will be open for permitted trolling by permitted vessels only on April 13th, 14th, 27th and 28th for more information click here
    • 02/29/2024 - For the month of March 2024, the waters around the Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve will be open for permitted trolling by permitted vessels only on March 2nd, 3rd, 30th, and 31st for more information click here
    • 02/15/2024 - The Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve Commission has just posted its' agenda for its' next commission meeting on February 26, 2024, in-person, and Livestream via YouTube. For more information click here
    • 01/02/2024 - For the month of Jamuary 2024, the waters around the Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve will be open for permitted trolling by permitted vessels only on January 20th, 21st, 27th and 28th more information click here
    • 02/01/2024 - For the month of February 2024, the waters around the Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve will be open for permitted trolling by permitted vessels only on Feburary 3rd, 4th, 24th and 25th more information click here
    • 12/14/2023 - The Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve Commission has just cancelled its' commission meeting scheduled for December 15, 2023.
    • 12/07/2023 - The Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve Commission has just posted its' agenda for its' next commission meeting on December 15, 2023, in-person, and Livestream via YouTube. For more information click here
    • 12/01/2023 - The Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve has just posted its permitted trolling schedule for calendar year 2024. For more information click here

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