STA. CRUZ, Davao del Sur, Jan. 22 (PIA) – The Department of
Environment and Natural Resources XI has earmarked a total of P1.25 million for
its project supporting the ecotourism program in Barangay Sibulan, Sta. Cruz,
Davao del Sur.
Two infrastructure projects were established in the 3rd and 4th
quarter of 2014 to include a Tourist Information Center and Wash Up Area for
mountain climbers and six steel signages installed along the trail of Sibulan
to Mt. Apo.
The projects were a follow through of what the DENR had started
in 2013 as it also provided livelihood support to the Sibulan Porters Community
in the form of provision of climbing materials for rent worth P120,000.
All these projects have already been completed and properly
turned over to the community.
Aside from generating alternative livelihood opportunity for the
host community as envisioned by DENR and the LGU of Sta. Cruz, the projects
shall likewise be a platform towards protection of Mt. Apo Natural Park by
empowering the community to take charge in ensuring that all policies relative
to ecotourism shall be implemented. (CDIO-Sta. Cruz/Julius R. Paner)
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