A non-profit dedicated to supporting the regeneration of Hawai‘i’s native ecosystems by growing trees, Treecovery Hawaii is working tirelessly to restore the cherished forests and landscapes impacted by the Maui wildfires of August 2023. Fairmont Kea Lani is joining forces with Treecovery Hawaii to help plant and recover trees in the wildfire-impacted communities of Lahaina and Kula, promote environmental sustainability and support healing Maui’s land and people. As an official Treecovery grow hub, Fairmont Kea Lani is playing a vital role in Treecovery Hawaii’s mission to plant and nurture over 30,000 trees in Lahaina and Kula. The resort provides a temporary sanctuary to hundreds of potted trees, including an air layer from the historic Lahaina Banyan Tree, which survived the devastating wildfire and stands as a symbol of hope. Native trees were also planted across Fairmont Kea Lani’s grounds and are being cultivated on-site, cared for by hotel colleagues and Treecovery Hawaii staff to ensure that they thrive and are nurtured until they are strong enough to be returned to their home communities. Ultimately, the trees will be replanted in the communities of Lahaina and Kula, symbolizing healing.

In further support of Treecovery Hawaii, Fairmont Kea Lani is showcasing the work of Dale Zarrella, a longtime artist-in-residence whose stunning statues and carvings have been a part of the resort for many years. Acclaimed for crafting pieces that express themes of hope and resilience, the world-renowned artist has now launched a deeply purposeful project, breathing new life into wood salvaged from the burn zones of the Maui wildfires. His latest collection, “Rising from the Ashes - Spirits of Aloha,” transforms this reclaimed wood into one-of-a-kind sculptures of Hawaiian ‘aumākua (spiritual deities) that still bear the marks of the fires. 

Celebrating Maui's beauty and its people’s strength, many of the pieces from this exclusive collection are currently on display in Hale Kukuna, Fairmont Kea Lani’s cultural center. The exceptional sculptures are being sold to raise funds for Treecovery Hawaii, which assists Maui residents affected by the wildfires and gives each purchase a deeper meaning. You can explore the artwork and purchase a piece from the collection while sharing the renewal of Maui’s landscapes and traditions by visiting Treecovery’s website.

Learn more about Treecovery Hawaii, its partnership with Fairmont Kea Lani to restore the natural beauty of Maui’s beloved landscapes and Dale Zarrella’s “Rising from the Ashes - Spirits of Aloha” collection at treecoveryhawaii.org.