The Aloha ʻĀina Unity March down Front Street in Lahaina on Sunday was a huge success, according to event organizers, calling it a “a beautiful day of activation.”

Determined to raise awareness about development and the exploitation of the natural and cultural resources of the Hawaiian Islands, Aloha ʻĀina enjoyed an epic day that started with a march from Mala Wharf to Mokuʻula, followed by a rally at Kamehameha Iki Park, where leaders and performers took the stage.

“I’m feeling absolutely wonderful,” said Tiare Lawrence, one of the march organizers earlier today. “I’d say we had close to 6,000 people who showed up and took a stand today. I am extremely ecstatic, it turned out to be a beautiful day of activation.”