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Be The Good: Sharon Cortez on forest schools, getting kids to go outdoors

Catch this interview with Forest School Philippines founder Sharon Cortez about the benefits of outdoor play and what forest schools are all about.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 16th, 2024

Camp John Hay Forest bathing site closed due to forest fire

aguio City’s famous “forest bathing” site at the yellow trail of Camp John Hay (CJH) was temporarily shut down after a blaze hit portions near the Voice of America (VOA) compound on Sunday morning......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 13th, 2024

DENR stops operation of Chocolate Hills resort

MANILA, Philippines —  The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) issued a cease and desist order (CDO) against the controversial Chocolate Hills resort operating in a protected area in Bohol province. DENR Undersecretary for Field Operations Juan Miguel Cuna said the CDO was issued on March 14, putting Captain’s Peak Garden and Resort under close monitoring.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

Legislator Urges DENR to Investigate Mining and Quarrying Activities in Catanduanes

Congressman Leo Rodriguez strongly encourages the leadership of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to investigate mining and quarrying activities in the province of Catanduanes. Despite the Provincial Board’s withdrawal of their resolution allowing small-scale carbon mining, the congressman hints at the authorities due to the lack of action on his complaints. According […] The post Legislator Urges DENR to Investigate Mining and Quarrying Activities in Catanduanes appeared first on Bicol Peryodiko......»»

Category: newsSource:  bicolperyodikoRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

Samal resort gets notice of violation over hawksbill turtle hatchlings

The Department of Natural Resources-Davao Region (DENR-Davao) has issued a notice of violation to Isla Reta Beach Resort in Samal for the illegal possession of hawksbill turtle hatchlings. The resort violated Republic Act 9147, which prohibits the exploitation of wildlife resources and their habitats. The law strictly prohibits collecting, hunting, or possessing wildlife or their by-products, with penalties including imprisonment and fines. In response to the notice, the resort's owner must release the turtle hatchlings within a day, or face legal action. Despite the resort's intention to care for and release the hatchlings after six months, DENR-Davao found 130 hatchlings inside styro boxes and emphasized the critical importance of immediately releasing them to ensure their survival. The Philippines recognizes five sea turtle species, with hawksbill and leatherback classified as critically endangered. DENR-Davao encourages individuals to report wildlife sightings and pledges to conduct public awareness campaigns for wildlife conservation. Isla Reta Beach Resort faced criticism for unauthorized plans to raise the hatchlings......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

Rare beetle discovered in Mt. Hamiguitan sanctuary

In a recent discovery, a rare long-horned beetle, Paraskeletodes hamiguitanensis, was found in the Mount Hamiguitan Range Wildlife Sanctuary (MHRWS) in Davao Oriental. The beetle was unearthed during a scientific expedition led by the Provincial Government of Davao Oriental and conducted by a team from Davao Oriental State University (DOrSU). Dr. Milton Medina, a Filipino coleopterist, confirmed the uniqueness of P. hamiguitanensis through careful morphological examination, highlighting distinct differences from its closely related counterpart found in Sulawesi, Indonesia. The discovery sheds light on the limited knowledge of beetle taxonomy in the Philippines and underscores the need for increased scientific and conservation efforts in biodiversity hotspots like the Philippines and Sulawesi. Concerns were raised about the global trade of beetle species and the rapid loss of forest cover in the Philippines, emphasizing the vital role of protected areas like Mt. Hamiguitan as essential sanctuaries for biodiversity. The researchers emphasized the need for cooperation with DENR-Davao in promoting biodiversity conservation and encouraged young scholars to explore beetle taxonomy. The discovery of P. hamiguitanensis and several other beetle species in the area underscores the rich biodiversity of Mt. Hamiguitan, with ongoing research aiming to describe more species and uncover many undiscovered ones in the region......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

REPORT THE CASES | BCPO beefs up measures amid robbery cases; police on top of situation

REPORT THE CASES | BCPO beefs up measures amid robbery cases; police on top of situation.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

Forest, grassfire nabantayan sa bukid sa Argao

Forest, grassfire nabantayan sa bukid sa Argao.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 21st, 2024

Benguet highway closed due to forest fire

Halsema Highway or the Baguio-Bontoc road in Atok, Benguet was closed to traffic yesterday due to a forest fire......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 16th, 2024

Forest fire forces closure of Benguet highway

The Atok Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO) ordered the closure of the Halsema highway (Baguio-Bontoc road), specifically in Kilometer 46, Barangay Paoay due to the raging forest fire in the area on Friday morning......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

Echoes of the Forest

Echoes of the Forest.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 6th, 2024

BFP logs 74 forest fires in the Cordilleras

Seventy-four forest fires have been recorded in the Cordillera Administrative Region since January, according to the Bureau of Fire Protection......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 5th, 2024

Forest fires rage in Benguet

Firefighters continue to extinguish two forest fires in Itogon, Benguet, the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) reported yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024

Forest fire breaks out in Bontoc anew

Another forest fire broke out in Bontoc, Mountain Province yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 29th, 2024

Baguio, Benguet forest fires: Smog alert up

The city health services office has warned the public against the adverse effects of smog from forest fires in this city and parts of Benguet......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 23rd, 2024

Public warned vs smog caused by forest, bush fires in Baguio, Benguet

The Baguio City Health Services Office (CHSO) has hoisted an alert against the ill effects of the smog created by the smoke from forest and bush fires occurring in different locations in Baguio City and Benguet province......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 23rd, 2024

46 die in Chile forest fires

46 die in Chile forest fires.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 4th, 2024

Exploring Southern China

I must admit, I had never heard of Zhangjiajie before… then I was told of the “Avatar Forest,” which I had heard of. That is in that city in the northwest of Hunan Province in China where that famous forest is located and is home to the famed Wulingyuan scenic area (a 26,000-hectare area that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and other tourist attractions......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 11th, 2024

DENR cancels deal with Surigao cult over land violations

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources has terminated its agreement with the controversial Socorro Bayanihan Services Inc. due to violations of the terms governing a land grant in Surigao del Norte......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

Ex-military who allegedly wants to take possession of their house slain by younger brother

Ex-military who allegedly wants to take possession of their house slain by younger brother.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024