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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