About the Reserve
Kamehameha V Deer Reserve is dedicated to preserving and protecting The King's Deer as a cultural part of Hawaii's historical sovereign monarchy. We are establishing a world-class model of harmonious land stewardship where vibrant native ecosystems and a protected living royal legacy coexist, fueling community resilience and indigenous cultural on Maui, Hawaii.
We are currently evaluating premier conservation tracts across Maui to establish our permanent physical sanctuary footprint.
Our Pillars
1. ʻĀina Conservation & Ka Wao Akua
• Focus: Implementing landscape-scale restoration across the reserve,
anchored by Ka Wao Akua—"The Realm of the Gods”—a pristine, one-acre living window maintained in its absolute pre-contact state, completely free of introduced herbivores or human interference, showcasing pure, unaltered Hawaiʻi.
2. Royal Legacy Stewardship
• Focus: Maintaining a humane, sustainably managed sanctuary—a
puʻuhonua— for a resident axis deer herd, honoring their historical status as
a living legacy requested by King Kamehameha V.
3. Community & Economic Empowerment
• Focus: Generating green jobs, sustainable tourism, and local economic
opportunities that allow the community to directly thrive alongside the land.
4. Cultural & Educational Leadership
• Focus: Integrating indigenous knowledge and youth education programs to
foster the next generation of environmental and cultural stewards.
Our Heritage
The legacy of The King's Deer is deeply rooted in the history of Hawaii's sovereign monarchy. Kamehameha V Deer Reserve is committed to honoring this heritage by preserving and celebrating the cultural significance of these majestic animals.
Our Board.
Jennie Kaahui
Chair
John Warner
Director
Stephanie Kennedy
Director
Rebecca Kidd
Secretary
Martin Coster
Treasurer
Our Team.
John Kaahui
Executive Director
Jennie Kaahui
Chief Operating and Philanthropy Officer
Kai Kaahui
Director of Cultural and International Affairs
Chief Financial Officer
CFO
Dr. Michael Weinless
IT Manager
Director of Stewardship
Director of 'Aina Stewardship
