Far Eastern University ManilaInstitute of Tourism and Hotel
Management
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Tourism Development Plan: Ninoy Aquino Parks and Wildlife,
Quezon CityA Site Development and Preservation
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A Tourism Planning and Development Proposal by
ABAINZA, Sheena GracielleBERMUDEZ, RafaelBERNARTE, Maria
ChristinaGABRILLO, CatherineMATTA, Camille GabrielSIMBE, Socorro
MarieVERGARA, Jome Adrian
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In partial fulfillment of Requirements for the Coursework
Tourism Planning and Development
October 2013
MissionTo conserve the country's biological diversity through
the establishment, management and development of the Ninoy Aquino
Parks and Wildlife Center (NAPWC), and the conservation of wildlife
resources, information and education that may be provided by the
park.
VisionPerpetual existence of biological and physical diversities
in a system of protected areas and other important biological
components of the environment managed by a well-informed and
empowered citizenry for the sustainable use and enjoyment of
present and future generations
Table of Contents
Title PageMission Vision
Problem Rationale Abstract 1Introduction of the Study
2Significance of the Study 4
Research Questions Review of Related Literature 5Theoretical
Framework 8 Statement of the Problem 11Objectives of the Study
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Research Methods Research Methods 16Targeted Results 17Scope and
Limitation 21Marketing Strategies21Timetable 23
AppendicesBibliography
ABSTRACTNinoy Aquino Parks and Wildlife Center (NAPWC) being one
of the Philippines botanical and zoological garden and one of the
countrys pride after having it named to the one of the most
controversial senators and also considered as the Edsa Revolution
heroes, the late Benigno Aquino, better known as Ninoy Aquino.
NAPWChas a lagoon, an aquarium, a playground and a Wildlife Rescue
Center, which theDepartment of Environment and Natural Resources
uses as a temporary shelter where confiscated, retrieved, donated,
sick, abandoned, and injured wild animals are placed to be taken
care of.
This study entitled Ninoy Aquino Parks and Wildlife Center
(NAPWC) Development is focused on the various areas where the park
is subject for further development and needed construction and
additional enhancement, amenities, features and services it may
have to offer so as to make the park more attractive to local and
foreign clients specifically the tourists. In addition the main
objective is for the preservation of life inside the park.
Data are gathered from different sources which include the
research and actual experimentation. The herein researchers believe
that the governments program to rehabilitate the park to make it
profitable and feasible and more income generating shall benefit a
number of industry areas in our country such as the tourism
industry and the education department. Conclusion of the study is
based entirely on the gathered data from various sources. Upon
completion of this project, the researcher aims to come up with the
following: to gain profit from the expected income after
development and also to make the park more viable to the
citys visiting local and foreign tourists thereby having the
park known not only nationwide but also internationally famous for
its ecological features with the core aim of conserving the
surrounding ecology system.
INTRODUCTION OF THE STUDY
The Ninoy Aquino Parks and Wildlife Center is 22.7 hectares of
land which was formerly 197.8 hectares it was reduced to 64.58
hectares under the issuance of the Proclamations Nos. 481 and 616
and is now what its currently land size is. The larger areas were
allocated for for Philippine Science High School and National
Government Center which was later on subdivided and developed as
the areas occupied by the Central bank of the Philippines, Lung
Center, Kidney center and Childrens Hospital. The park was
inaugurated and opened to the public by the President Ferdinand E.
Marcos and Vice President Fernando Lopez in 1962.
The park consists of 2 entrance gates one along Quezon Avenue
and another located at North Avenue, there is also adequate parking
space provided near the North Ave. entrance. Inside, the Main
Building which has a unique architectural design shaped like a
traditional salakot serves as the main exhibition hall for
educational exhibits. The building serves as the office for the
Protected Areas Wildlife Bureau (PAWB). Other facilities include a
basketball court and volleyball court open for the public. Trails
and asphalted road are also laid out in the park for visitors and
joggers. Also, there are huts and picnic tables found throughout
the park which makes it ideal for picnic spots and family and group
bonding. The IPAS PCU office near the basketball court presently
houses the Biodiversity Management Division. There are also
air-conditioned rooms ideal for meeting and conferences. In
addition to one of the most sought after inside the park is the
Craft Village, it is composed of seven cottages, which is being
used as office space by the different project of PAWB (e.g. Office
of the Park Superintendent, satellite
office of ACB and NRED). The architecture of these cottages is
inspired by our traditional nippa huts. Another model ecotourism
facility in a seven hectare area within Ninoy Aquino Parks and
Wildlife Center designed to become a haven for wildlife and
their conservation, as well as nature and wildlife awareness,
education and leisure is the Lungsod Kalikasan. Lastly, the
Wildlife Rescue Center (WRC) has been established as refuge and
repository for animals that has been confiscated and/or donated. It
serves as a rehabilitation clinic for animals and at the same time
as laboratory for PAWB veterinarians, staff and for students
conducting on-the-job training from different veterinary and
biology academe. It also serves as mini-zoo for the display of
animals for educational purposes. The center has a clinic and
laboratory for animals, a quarantine area and about 200 enclosures
for the different animals. The center occupies 8000 square meters
of the park.
However, in July 1982, the park was temporarily closed for
renovation in an effort to provide facilities and infrastructures.
In connection with this, the herein researchers would like to delve
in the problems / conditions of the said park so as to know the
scope of having the park restore its life and beauty to make it
more enhancing and enchanting to the public, hence, an income
generating agency for the tourism industry of the city as well as
source of livelihood and employment.
The call for the restoration and development of the park is
sounding louder. Its restoration can benefit a number of areas the
local government, the education department of the nation, the
employment opportunity and the rise of more viable livelihood
for the people. The countrys tourism industry is expected to grow
healthier and healthier global competition is expected in the area
of tourism industry.
The herein researchers believe that the development and
restoration of NAPWC can be another milestone in improving the
ecological system of the country and making the city as well as the
entire nation at par with other parks in the world where many other
parks in the world have been visited and have been internationally
renowned for its amenities and offers of exciting features and
other tourists interest.
SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDYThe Local Government is expected to
generate more income with the restoration and rehabilitation of
NAPWC and possibility of the rise and onset of other related
industries and business which may eventually aid in making the
city's business market more alive and accessible to everyone and
also making the area known for being eco-friendly for its wildlife
conservation and reservation of the park. The community will gain
more employment opportunities with the rehabilitation and
development of the NAPWC, more job opening shall be expected to be
offered such as park attendants, zookeepers, veterinarians,
maintenance personnel, food businesses, and many more. Thus, more
people are expected to earn for their families and thereby
alleviating the unemployment problems in the city. In addition, the
community would be more aware and conscious of their
eco-surrounding knowing that there is a nearby Rescue Wildlife
Center and reservation center, thus people will be informed of the
significance of protecting the wildlife where these animals have
their own roles in the ecosystem or the ecology of the surrounding
communities.The future researchers would expect ideas for
improvements of the park. Especially making it livelier and fun for
the visitors, the paper aims to improve the protection of the
wildlife, studies for animals available in the park is possible.
More students and educators shall benefit knowledge regarding the
importance of the zoo and garden and thereby having the information
on the significance of eco-tourism system in the country
The Tourism and Hotel and Restaurant Management students shall
benefit the knowledge regarding the importance of the different
roles of living organisms in the eco-system and the importance of
such establishment (NAPWC) for the conservation and protection of
animals. In addition, this study helps the students plan for an
eco-friendly business knowing the factors that may affect the
surroundings.
REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE
The NAPWC shall receive an estimated 500 -800 visitors daily,
peaking to as much as 2000on weekends. Being inexpensive and
exciting, the park is a very good place to come home to for many
visitors where a number of forms of enjoyment, fun and leisure are
expected to satisfy visitors.
With such a tremendous number of visitors even prior to its
planned development, it is clear that the park, when fully
developed is expected to enchant and persuade visitors to have a
choice of NAPWC above other leisure places.
NAPWC is not only a place for leisure but a place that would
remind the visitors of he beauty of nature and wildlife and that by
visiting the park one does not only gives himself satisfaction but
also is reminded of the historical background of the places which
eventually is part in molding peoples mind in the importance of
parks and wildlife.
The Ninoy Aquino Parks and Wildlife Center is an ideal leisure
park which is under the control of the Department of Environment
and Natural Resources and tagged as Protected Areas and Wildlife
Bureaus. It is located in Quezon Avenue Diliman Quezon City with
contact numbers 9246031 and fax number 9240109.
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Its amenities and services include the following areas:
1 The Administration Building (Directors Office)2 Administrative
and Finace Building3 Wildlife rescue Center4 Water Station5 PAWB
Cooperative Canteen6 Parking Area7 Biodiversity Management
Division8 Basketball Court9 Parking Area10 Bird Cage11 Visitor
Center12 Office of the Superntendent13 Mini Gazebo14 Proposed
Training Center15 Mindanao Cottage16 Visayas Cottage17 Botanic
Fruit Garden18 Nature recreation and Ext. Division19 Reds Cottage20
Bicol Cottage21 Upland Cottage22 Picnic Grove23 Gazebo24 Fishing
Village25 Tea House26 Rock Garden27 Material recovery Facility28
SMART Tower29 Old Kiosk30 Grotto31 Amphitheater32 DIGITEL Tower33
Hawk Cage34 Brahminy Kite Cage35 Butterfly House36 Serpent Eagle37
Hornbill Cage38 Ninoy Monument39 Flagpole40 Turtle Pond41 Bird
Cage42 Bird Cage43 Aquarium House44 Wildpig Cage45 Deer Cage46
Toile
The Ninoy Aquino Parks and Wildlife Center is maintained and
administered under the following laws and policies:Republic Acts
2013Republic Act No. 10629
An act providing for the retention by the Protected Area
Management Board of seventy five percent (75%) of the revenues
accruing to the Integrated Protected Areas Fund (IPAF). Amending
for the purpose section 16 of Republic Act No. 7586 otherwise known
as the National Integrated Protected Areas System of 1992
DENR Administrative Orders 2013
DENR Administrative Order No. 2013-20Revised Guidelines on the
Survey and Registration of Protected Area Occupants
DENR Administrative Order No. 2013-19Guidelines on Ecotourism
Planning and Management in Protected Areas
DENR Memorandum Circular / Order 2013
DENR Memorandum Order No. 2011-04
Strict regulation of Activities, projects and Land Uses in all
Areas proposed for inclusion in the National Integrated Protected
Areas System (NIPAS)
DENR Memorandum Circular No. 2010-17
Adopting the Wildlife Law Enforcement Manual of Operations as
Guide on the enforcement of Republic Act No. 9147 and other
relevant Wildlife Laws, Rules and Regulations by
designated/deputized Wildlife Enforcement Officers, Environment and
Natural resources Officers and Members of the Wildlife Traffic
Monitoring Units.
Technical Bulletin 2013Technical Bulletin 2013-03Technical
Bulletin 2013-04\
THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK
A park is a place for leisure and entertainment where people,
families, groups of friends, couples, children may go t unwind and
find a safe place to spend the day free from worries at affordable
price.
A park is an area of open space provided for recreational use.
Usually owned and maintained by a local government. Parks commonly
resemble savannas or open woodlands.
Quezon City is distinct for having the largest ecological parks
in an urban setting. IT is a balanced urban center with about 300
parks including the world renowned Quezon Memorial Circle and Ninoy
Aquino Parks and Wildlife. These parks provide more than just a
cozy ambience of trees and grass lawns. They were developed as
recreational areas with facilities that the public can freely
enjoy. The most famous parks in Quezon City are :
1 Balara Filter Park 2 Ninoy Aquino Parks and Wildlife3 Quezon
memorial Circle4 UP Arboretum5 La Mesa Eco Park6 Garden Venues
The world is abundant with parks. Many countries treasure their
parks and takes pride in maintaining the beauty and life of their
parks and wildlife. Among the parks which are mostly renowned as
world class are the following:
1 The Kas Sok National Park inThailand-Is an amazing place that
is covered by oldest evergreen forest in the world, huge limestone
mountains shooting straight up to the air, deep valleys,
breathtaking lakes, exciting caves, wild animals and much more.2
The Madikwe Game Reserve in North West Province-Out of the heart of
the spectacular Madikwe Game Reserve, embraced by pristine bushveld
nurtured by Mother Africas rich red soil. It is a very rawness of
Africa that attracts certain kind of people, with its grandeur and
untamed tangible beauty.3 The Twasula Kalahari Game Reserve in
Northern Cape South Africa-It is South Africas largest privately
owned luxury game reserve offering exclusive, private luxury
malaria free safaris, covering an area of 100,000 hectares.
Discover the beauty of the landscapes, its diverse wildlife and the
serenity of South Africas last great wilderness.4 The Croajingolong
National Park in Victoria, AustraliaA coastal national park in
Victoria Australia, 427 kilometers of east of Melbourne. Named
after the aboriginal people of the area, Croajingolong follows the
far eastern coastline of Victoria which features eucalypt forest.5
The Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming USA-The first national
park in the world that is known for its wildlife and its many
geothermal features, especially Old Faithful Geyser, one of the
most popular features in the park. It ahs many types of ecosystems
but the subalpine forest is dominant.
6 The Gorillas Safari in Rwanda-Thrilling and lifetime
experience with gorillas make this park famous for the adventurous
and the brave. The park offers highly personalized encounter with
the gorillas, at your own risks.7 The Killer Whale Watching in
Vancouver , Canada-A cottage industry of tours for those who want
to see the killer whales up close and snap few pictures. The chilly
northern waters of the surrounding Pacific are a miraculous
showcase of wildlife, with the orca whale being the star. Dozens of
massive mammals can be seen swimming, breaching and just playing
together in the water.8 The Hyde Park in London-One of the largest
parks in central London, and one of the Royal parks of London,
famous for its Speakers Corner. The park was the site of the Great
Exhibition of 1851 for which the Crystal palace was designed by
Joseph Paxton. The park has become a traditional location for mass
demonstrations.9 The Lincoln Park in Chicago-It is one of the 77
Community areas of Chicago, USA, situated on its north side. Named
after Lincoln Park, a vast park surrounding lake Michigan, Lincoln
Park is bordered by the community areas of Lakeview to the north
which was primarily forest with stretches of grassland and
occasional quicksand.10 The Stanley Park in Vancouver-This is a
world renowned park and tourist attraction in Vancouver, Canada.
With some of the breathtaking sites to enjoy.11 The Golden Gate
Park in San Francisco-With outdoor activities, best places to shop
and other amenities such as the Japanese Tea Garden, De Young
Museum, Baker Beach, Steinhart Aquarium, Bison Paddock, Speedway
Meadow , San Francisco Botanical Garden.12 The Ueno Park in
Tokyo-It is a large public park next to Ueno Station in central
Tokyo The grounds were originally part of the Kaneji Temple which
used to be one of the citys largest and wealthiest temples and a
family temple of the ruling Tokugawa clan during the Edo Period. 13
The Park Guell in Barcelona-A garden complex with architectural
elements situated in the hill of El Carmel in the Gracia District
of Barcelona, Catalonia Spain. Designed by the Catalan architect
Antoni Gaudi and built in the years 1900 to 1914.14 The Lumphini
Park in Bangkok-This park offers rare public space, trees and
playgrounds in the Thai capital and contains an artificial lake
where visitors can rent a variety of boats. This was created in the
1920s by King Rama VI on royal property .
15 The Beihal Park in Beijing-Imperial Garden to the northwest
of the Forbidden City in Beijing. It is among the largest of
Chinese gardens and contains numerous historically important
structures, palaces and temples.
16 The Red Sea in Egypt-Yam Suph is traditionally identified as
the Red Sea where the account of the Israelites escape from slavery
in Egypt was considered. 17 The Ibirapuera Park in Sao Paolo-It is
a major urban park in Sao Paolo, Brazil. It has a large area for
leisure, jogging and walking, as well as a convention center.
18 The Monsanto Forest Park in Lisbon-It is a protected forest
in Lisbon , the largest green patch in the city with almost 1000
hectares, and offers well diversified tree covered area to the
Portuguese capital.19 The Flagstaff Gardens in Melbourne-This has
been reserved as parklands since 1862 and today the stretches of
lawn are the lunch spot of choice for local office workers.
The mentioned foreign parks have been known for their excellence
and beauty as well as the incomparable amenities and superb
services they offer. These parks have been religiously maintained
not only for the historical backgrounds they have but also as a
sense of pride for their respective country.
The existence of these parks has made their respective countries
responsible for the development and maintenance of the ecological
system and the protection of natural resources and wildlife.
In the Philippines, we have the Cebu Park, the Malabon Zoo and
Wildlife and even the most famous Rizal Park. These local parks
have been maintained dedicatedly by the parks respective
administrators so as to protect the environment and be able to give
priceless entertainment to their clients.
Just like any other parks, the NAPWC is aimed at conserving the
nations biological diversity through the establishment, management
and development of the National Integrated Protected Areas System
as well as the conservation of wildlife resources and finally the
accomplishment of nature conservation information and culture.
We must be made aware as Filipinos that the parks in our country
is not only a source of entertainment bust as a part of the
Filipino culture and tradition and way of life, that the parks
reflect the kind of people the Filipinos are and how rigid and
dedicated the Filipinos are in maintain the ecology system of our
country. The NAPWC envisions a perpetual existence of biological
and physical diversities in a system of protected areas and other
important biological components of the environment managed by a
well informed and empowered citizenry for the sustainable use and
enjoyment of the present and future generations.
STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEMThe NAPWC is an area in the city which
needs further development and rehabilitation. The NAPWC can help in
the countrys aim to make its tourism industry healthier and be
globally competitive with other nations parks in the world.
There are obviously many factors to be considered in starting up
with the plans of having NAPWC rehabilitated for the purpose of
having it developed for the benefit of the city in terms of
enhancing its tourism industry as well as having it as a source of
income and employment for the entire nation.
Is the development of the Ninoy Aquino Parks and Wildlife Center
possible? Will the development assure the progress and growth of
not only the citys but also the countrys tourism industry? These
are the questions being considered in the development of the
parks.
The study attempts to delve on the following considerations:
1 What areas of the park are intended to de developed, enhanced
and be submitted for further renovation and construction?
2 Will these mentioned activities be able to assure the influx
of the local and foreign tourist?
3 How much budget is needed to make the activities of
renovation, construction, enhancement and the entire development of
the park?
4 Is there available financial support of local and national
government for the entire development of the park?
5 Is the development of the park a very good assurance of the
growth of the tourism of the city and the entire nation as
well?
OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY
Being a public zoo, garden and park, NAPWC, requires more
feasible plan to start its development and restoration for the
purpose of making it available to both local and foreign visitors.
The park has been referred to as the Metro Manilas lung center by
Environment Secretary Ramon JP Paje because of its capacity to
absorb carbon dioxide and turn into oxygen.There is an ongoing
proposal that the park would undergo rehabilitation to make it a
world class ecology park to boost its potentials.The herein
researchers join the governments plan for restoration and
rehabilitation for the following purposes and objectives:
1 To restore the life and beauty of the park thus making it
ecologically friendly;
Restoring the life and beauty of the park is the main concern of
the interested groups and government agencies and its
administration which envisions a manicured park where people can
spend their unhurried day playing with the kids, reading book or
just be with the nature. The NAPWC supports the governments effort
to provide and promote biodiversity and wildlife conservation, in
particular, and the protection of the environment. It is envisioned
to be a place where people can appreciate nature and learn about
its importance to human existence. The park-cum-wildlife center is
ideal for in city educational trips for the young and the old alike
because of its mini zoo with over a thousand animals which take
refuge in it.
2 That the park be made more accessible to its clients thus
making it as an income generating enterprise;
The park generates an annual income of Php 3.5 million from the
entrance fees and rental of facilities in the park, is subsidized
by the DENR-PAWB. With the proposed increase in the entrance fee of
Php 5.00 only for children and Php 8.00 for adults and the parking
lot charges which may range from Php 5 to Php 25, the park is
expected to be more saleable and attractive to every visitor,
whether local or foreign. The little amount of increase may
eventually add to the parks income which shall be used for its
maintenance and survival. An increase of Php 8.00 for children and
Php 10.00 for adults is very much affordable.
3 That the government may provide enough budget for its entire
restoration and development;
The park has an annual budget of Php 10 million for its
maintenance and operation. Because the park is proclaimed protected
area and a component of the National Integrated Protected Areas
System, entrance fee to the park is kept at minimum. Since 1987,
PAWB has never increase the entrance fees of NAPWC. PAWB Director
Theresa Mundita Lim bared plans to make a bid with the DENR for a
reasonable increase to generate revenue and enough fund to sustain
its operation and become self-sufficient. Lim reasoned out that the
NAPWC, being a protected area
and subsidized by the DENR and the PAWB, the Ninoy Aquino Parks
and Wildlife Center must be here to stay.
4 That a very feasible and viable program be laid and proposed
for proper park administration , staff delegation and be more
service oriented to its potential local and foreign visitors;
A program shall be laid down for the proper administration and
the maintenance of the survival and operation of NAPWC. Employment
systems shall be applied where the knowledgeable and the experts in
animal rescue and wildlife conservation shall join the NAPWC team
to improve its services. Employment opportunities are expected and
training for the parks crew and staff must be provided for.
5 That the park may be considered as world class eco-tourism
industry;Being a patch of green where wildlife converges and
because of the trees and natural surrounding which allows the city
to breathe fresh air because they absorb the excess carbon dioxide,
its existence become important. It is also an alternative for city
dwellers for rest and recreation. And at a very low cost, such is
meant for public relaxation. The park boasts of the Lungsod
Kalikasan, a model ecotourism facility in a 7 hectare area designed
to become a haven for wildlife and their conservation, as well as
nature and wildlife awareness, education and leisure.
RESEARCH METHODS
The researchers paper is supported by various documents that is
related to the site and will be used for the cultural mapping.
Additional documents such as archival and online researchers,
interviews, ocular visits of NAPWC, laws and amendments linked to
the site and if needed, surveys.
In addition, video and photo documentation will also be used to
easily locate the areas that need further improvements. This will
help the researchers to validate the accuracy of the information
gathered through the different sources. The importance of knowing
the exact location of every building and available amenities inside
the park makes it easier for the researchers to identify what
aspects needs improvement and what additional amenities may be
done. In reading the laws pertaining to the park, the researchers
shall know the limitations on the improvements that can be
done.
The actual cultural mapping process will take place in the
months of June to July 2013. The researcher then will spend the
remaining month of August to September to assess all data gathered
and validated, and the final writing of this internship paper will
be done on October 2013 which is then to be submitted for
readership and evaluation as prescribed by the Academic
Calendar.
TARGETED RESULTSThe study is expected to have a positive and
feasible and viable result that will produce and affect a very
clear framework of how to start with the aim of rehabilitating and
developing NAPWC for the benefit of the previously mentioned
benefactors of this study. It is also expected that the renovation
and rehabilitation may take place at the soonest time so as to
produce more income for the city and more job opportunities to the
jobless.
The herein researchers are expected to fulfill the following
targets depending on the accessibility of materials, time and
resources and most especially the availability of the budget for
such purposes of development and rehabilitation.The herein
researchers target to have in effect the following providence:1.
The proper and sustaining budgetThe allocation of the budget will
come from the local governments funds and the donations of the
privates sectors that wish to help the conservation of the park.2.
Additional amenities such as the:a. Playground for childrenThis
playground will serve as a sanctuary for kids and kids at heart.
The materials and paint are assured to be toxin and led free for
the safety of the children. Nearby clinic inside the park is
available for any accidents that might happen. b. Teambuilding
activities for the youthSurvival Scenario This exercise forces your
group to communicate and agree to ensure their 'survival.' Tell
your group that their airplane has just crashed in the ocean.
There's a desert island nearby, and there's room on the lifeboat
for every person plus 12 items they'll need to survive on the
island. Instruct the team to choose which items they want to take.
How do they decide? How do they rank or rate each item?Human spring
Ask group members to stand facing each other in pairs. Their elbows
should be bent, with their palms facing toward each other. Instruct
them to touch their palms together, and gradually start leaning
toward each other, so that they eventually hold each other up.
Then, instruct everyone to move their feet further and further
back, so that they have to depend solely upon their partners to
remain standing. Mine field This is a great exercise if you have a
large room or outdoor field. Set up a 'mine field' using chairs,
balls, cones, boxes, or any other object that could potentially be
an obstacle and trip someone up. Leave enough space between the
objects for someone to walk through. Next, divide your group into
pairs. Pay attention to who you match with whom. This is a perfect
opportunity to work on relationships, so you might want to put
together people who have trust issues with each other. Blindfold
one person, the 'mine walker' this person is not allowed to talk.
Ask his or her partner to stay outside the mine field, and give
verbal directions, helping the mine walker avoid the obstacles, and
reach the other side of the area. Before you begin, allow partners
a few minutes to plan how they'll communicate. Then, make sure
there are consequences when people hit an obstacle. For example,
perhaps they have to start again from the beginning.
See, Run, Do - Post the poster outside the room where no one can
see it. Divide the group into teams of 4-5. One person is going to
be seer only this person can see the poster and s/he must tell the
runner what he sees. Another person is the runner this person must
run from the worktable to the seer. The rest of the team are the
doers they must reconstruct the poster as the runner tells them,
based on what the seer tells the runner. The runner can run as many
times as necessary to get the correct information. Give a time
limit for the project. This activity can work for all age levels;
how you structure your poster may depend on the age group involved.
At the end, see which group did the best job reconstructing the
original poster. c. Indoor and outdoor gamesIndoor games such as
scrabble, chess, snakes and ladders, sungka can also be played
outdoors with larger sizes. Children will also be encouraged to
play Filipino games such as patintero, agawan base, piko, sips,
tumbang preso, ubusang lahi, this aims to educate them with the use
of native materials or instruments. d. Venue for the Elderly or
Senior CitizenThis venue aims to give elderly a place to relax and
to get along with others. The place is air-conditioned and provided
with tables and chairs, television, bookshelves, activities and
games. e. Dining areas (Canteen and Food Stalls)Food stalls are
prohibited to use any plastic or styro materials. Food containers
should be either paper plates or washable plates and spoon and
forks. Washable cups are also advised. Proper garbage segregation
will be strictly implemented.
f. Fishing AreaThere will be a fishing spot along the pier of
the lagoon, only a portion of the lagoon will be open for fishing.
Fishing equipments will be provided by the park, and there will be
additional payment for this amenity.g. Souvenir ShopThe items sold
in this shop are to commemorate our late President Benigno Aquino
and to further promotion of the park. Local materials will be used
such abaca, sea shells, bamboo and even coconut shells.h. NAPWC
ClinicThe clinic will provide a service that will be available
during operating hours, there will be first aid equipments and an
in house nurse. The clinic aims to ensure the safety of everyone
who visits the park. j. Biking AreasThe biking area is found around
the lagoon, there will be bikes provided for rental. Visitors who
will be bringing their own bicycles are also encouraged; there will
be no additional fees. Safety equipments such as helmets and knee
and elbow guards are encouraged by the park to be used.
SCOPE AND LIMITATION OF THE STUDY
The herein researchers limit the study only with the gathering
of data and information about NAPWC and not with other parks.
Though the study of other parks and their amenities and services
offered is very relevant in the continuity of this research study,
the main focus of the study is centered to NAPWC where all details
about this subject shall be meticulously reserved and dissected for
further reference and information dissemination.
Any documentation and studies pertaining to the improvement and
reservation of Ninoy Aquino Parks and Wildlife Center will greatly
help the researchers to supplement this project in order to gather
all needed information and materials for further support and
justification of establishing all significant changes.On the other
hand, the limitations of this project is the limited space of NAPWC
for additional infrastructures. This is because of the act for the
conservation the natural terrain of the place. ( Executive Order
No. 192 dated 10 June 1987 to ensure that the countrys biodiversity
are protected from various threats)
MARKETING STRATEGIESParks and wildlife currently marketed only
through online networks and websites. This may not a problem given
that technology is at reach for mostly everyone. An additional
campaign to promote the park is necessary specially in other
localities through advertisements, posters, brochures and many
more. This will help the park to be known not only in the local
government but also to other localities, which may encourage them
to visit the park.
SAMPLE BROCHURE
NINOY AQUINO PARKS & WILDLIFE CENTERProtected Area and
Wildlife Bureau Diliman , Quezon City Philippines9246031 * 9240109
A zoological and botanical garden where You can enjoy the day with
natures best!Features:
1. Fishing Area11Amphitheater2. Elderlys Venue12Butterfly
World3. Playground13Moviesa Arae4. Museum14Lagoon5. Souvenir
Shops15Mini Theater6. Music Area16Dance Areas7.
Amphitheater17Library8. Bird Cages18Clinic9. Serpent Cages19Central
Office10. Cottages20Lounge Area
Tourism Planning and Development TimetableJUNEJULY
WK 1WK 2WK 3WK 4WK 1WK 2WK 3WK 4WK 5
Research of data on different sources (newspapers, online, site
and interview)
Coordination with NAPWCResearch on laws and amendmentsActual
MappingBrainstorming on changes and improvements needed
AUGUSTSEPTEMBER
WK 1WK 2WK 3WK 4WK 1WK 2WK 3WK 4
Collation of Data, Evaluation, Validation, Consultation with
adviserRevisions of consulted paper
ConsultationInternship Paper Writing
Conceptualizing scale model
OCTOBER
WK 1WK 2WK 3WK 4WK 5
Internship Paper Writing:Revisions
Making of scale model for presentation
ConsultationSubmission of Final Paper for readership and
Evaluation
Internship Budget ProjectionTransportation500
Logistics (Print, photocopy, meals, etc.)5,000
TOTAL5,500
APPENDIXES
PROCLAMATION NO. 481EXCLUDING FROM THE OPERATION OF PROCLAMATION
NO. 42, DATED JULY 5, 1954, WHICH ESTABLISHED THE QUEZON MEMORIAL
PARK, SITUATED AT DILIMAN, QUEZON CITY, CERTAIN PARCELS OF THE LAND
EMBRACED THEREIN AND RESERVING THE SAME FOR NATIONAL GOVERNMENT
CENTER SITE PURPOSES.PROCLAMATION NO.616CREATING AND DESIGNATING
TWO PARCELS OF LAND, LOCATED AT BARANGAY TRIANGULO, NAGA CITY, AS
AN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PARK, PURSUANT Pursuant to the powers
vested in me under Republic Act (RA) No. 7916, otherwise known as
the Special Economic Zone Act of 1995, as amended by RA No. 8748,
and upon the recommendation of the Board of Directors of the
Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA),I, BENIGNO S. AQUINO
III,President of the Philippines, do hereby create and designate
two parcels of land, subject to the provisions of RA No. 7916, as
amended, its Implementing Rules and Regulations, Resolution No.
00-411 (s. 2000), as amended by Resolution Nos. 04-295 (s. 2004),
and 12-329 (s. 2012), and Resolution No. 13-228 (s. 2013) of the
PEZA Board of Directors, as anIT Park,to be known as theNaga City
Technology Park,located at Barangay Triangulo, Naga City, with an
area ofTwelve Thousand Five Hundred Forty-Six (12,546) Square
Meters,more or less
Department of Environment and Natural Resources PROTECTED AREAS
AND WILDLIFE BUREAU (PAWB) Accomplishment Report June 2011 June
2012
A. INTRODUCTION
The Philippines is rich in biological and genetic resources or
biodiversity. It is one of the 18 megadiverse countries in the
world. Majority of the plant and animal species in the country are
unique and cannot be found anywhere else. These are sources of
food, medicines, industrial raw materials, fishery and ecotourism.
They also represent the natural heritage of the country and a rich
source of customs, traditions and cultural identity. However,
Philippine biodiversity is also one of the most threatened in the
world. The Protected Areas and Wildlife Bureau (PAWB), being one of
the staff bureaus of the Department of Environment and Natural
Resources (DENR) was created by virtue of Executive Order No. 192
dated 10 June 1987 to ensure that the countrys biodiversity are
protected from various threats. DENR-PAWB, as the lead agency
tasked to conserve these resources, envisions a perpetual existence
of biological diversity (biodiversity) in a system of protected
areas and other management areas with the participation of a well-
informed and empowered citizenry. With this vision, the Bureau is
mandated to formulate and recommend policies and programs for the
establishment and management of an integrated protected areas
system and conservation of biological diversity; monitor and assess
the establishment and management of the National Integrated
Protected Areas System (NIPAS) and biodiversity-related activities;
and provide technical assistance to regional Offices and other
clientele. Specifically, its primary tasks are the following:
a. Establishing and Managing Protected Areas;
b. Conserving Wildlife;
c. Promoting and Institutionalizing Ecotourism;
d. Managing Coastal Biodiversity and Wetlands Ecosystems;
e. Conserving Caves and Cave Resources;
f. Information and Education on Biodiversity and Nature
Conservation;
g. Managing Ninoy Aquino Parks and Wildlife Center and the
HinuluganTaktak Protected Landscape; and
h. Negotiating Biodiversity-Related Multilateral Environmental
Agreements (MEAs) and Monitoring National Implementation.
B. HIGHLIGHTS OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS
1. Establishing and Managing Protected Areas
The main concerns of this Program are the identification,
delineation and management of areas that would fall under the
National Integrated Protected Areas System (NIPAS). This involves
activities related to the protection of resources within national
parks, wildlife sanctuaries and other areas considered to become
part of NIPAS. The establishment and management of protected areas
are guided by the National Integrated Protected Area System (NIPAS)
Act of 1992 and its implementing rules and regulations under DENR
Administrative Order No. 25, Series of 1992 which was eventually
amended in 2008 under DAO 2008-26 dated 24 December 2008. This
Administrative Order sets the procedures for the establishment,
administration, management and development of the System. To date,
there are two hundred forty (240) identified protected areas in the
Philippines. Of the 240, one hundred thirteen (113) protected areas
were formally proclaimed by the President under the System covering
a total of 3.57 million hectares. Of the 113 proclaimed protected
areas, 29 are marine protected areas with an area of 1.37 million
hectares while 84 are terrestrial protected areas covering an area
of 2.20 million hectares covering 0.68% and 7.33% of the total land
and marine areas of the country, respectively . One of the major
milestones in the protection and management of protected areas is
the implementation of the National Greening Program (NGP) in these
areas. NGP seeks the attainment of sustainable human development,
and economic and ecological security, improve water quality in
rivers and irrigation for farm lands, reduce the potential for
flooding, soak up carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere, and lay the
foundation for an expanded wood-products economy. As a strategy, it
aims to plant indigenous and endemic tree species including fruit
trees in identified denuded/degraded protected areas in partnership
with concerned stakeholders especially those identified peoples
organizations in protected areas. To date, a total of 8,421.18
hectares were planted with 3,161,430 seedlings in 64 PAs, and 319.5
hectares of mangroves were planted with 549,730 seedlings. The
Bureau and the Protected Areas, Wildlife and Coastal Zone
Management Sector is continuously implementing other programs and
activities related to protected area management such as
demarcation/delineation of PA boundaries, management effectiveness
tracking, management planning and zoning, law enforcement and
monitoring of protected areas to effectively manage these protected
areas.
2. Conserving Wildlife
The Bureau and the Sector have been continuously implementing
various programs and projects in line with the implementation of
the Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act (RA 9147).
In terms of policy development, we have facilitated the approval by
the DENR Secretary of the following Administrative Orders for the
establishment and management of critical habitats:
DAO 2011-02 Declaring a certain parcel of land located at Sitio
Kalanganan, San Vicente, Baungon, Bukidnon as Critical Habitat for
Rafflesia schadenbergiana (approved by DENR Secretary Paje on 23
February 2011)
DAO 2011-10 Declaring Cabusao Wetland Area situated in Brgys.
Pandan and Biong in the Municipality of Cabusao, Camarines Sur as
Critical Habitat for Philippine duck (approved by DENR Secretary
Paje on 23 August 2011)
DAO 2012-01 Declaring Malasi Tree Park and Wildlife Sanctuary
situated inBrgy. San Antonio in the Mun. of Cabagan, Isabela as
Critical Habitat for Waterbird species (approved by DENR Secretary
Paje on 7 February 2012)
Critical habitats are established to protect and conserve the
threatened species in the area in partnership with LGUs or private
sectors. To date, there are four (4) critical habitats established
with a total area of 382.237 hectares. As part of our efforts to
curtail illegal wildlife trade, we have established linkages with
our law-enforcement partners and collaborated for the apprehension
of twelve (12) Vietnamese nationals on board a Malaysian fishing
vessel by DA-BFAR MCS 3009, headed by Lt. Ludovico D. Librilla, Jr.
of the Philippine Coast Guard on April 22, 2012 and confiscated
frozen marine specimens of a) five bundles of black coral; (b) 87
pieces of hawksbill turtles (Eretmochelys imbricata); and (c)
around six hundred kilograms (600 kgs) of assorted hammerhead fish,
grouper, and squid. PAWB worked with the Hongkong CITES Management
Authority and effected on 27 April 2012 the repatriation of 13
heads of Asian Box Turtles (Coura amboinensis) and 18 heads of
Philippine Pond Turtles (Siebenrockiella leytensis) confiscated in
Hongkong in February 2012. The pond turtles were immediately turned
over to the Palawan Council for Sustainable Development (PCSD)
while the box turtles were placed under the custody of PAWB-WRC.
The species conservation programs/projects on Tamaraw, Philippine
Eagle and raptors, Pawikan and crocodiles were also implemented and
monitored: 2.1 Philippine Raptors Conservation Project (PRCP) The
Project is designed to prevent the extinction of the highly
endangered and unique Philippine Eagle, and other equally important
birds of prey such as hawks, brahminy kites, and sea eagles. It
complements and supplements the researches being conducted in Davao
with an off-site focus of operation in Luzon and the Visayas
regions. The Project operates through captive breeding, field
researches, which include the assessment of the remaining eagle
habitats and inventory of current wild population, and information
dissemination program. As part of the Projects habitat assessment
and eagle survey, there were several incidents of eagle sightings
in the Cordillera Mountain Ranges: (a) breeding pair and a juvenile
eagle were sighted by a team from the DENR-Protected Areas and
Wildlife Bureau, DENR-Cordillera Administrative Region and the
Philippine Eagle Foundation during their joint field expedition
from November 3-11, 2011.The confirmation of the presence of wild
population of the Philippine eagle in Calanasan, Apayao is a
welcome development in our efforts to determine and map the
remaining population distribution of the Philippine eagle in the
country for priority conservation and protection; and (b) on
February 2012, a new eagle territory was discovered in Pudtol,
Apayao. To date, the population of Philippine Eagle in the wild is
estimated at 340 pairs (Ibanez, et al 2003). However, based on
monitoring conducted in confirmed Philippine Eagle sightings, there
are around 29 individuals sighted. PAWB and Haribon also launched a
project entitled: Survey and Conservation of Philippine Eagle in
Central and Southern Sierra Madre Mountain Ranges in Baler, Aurora
on 22-24 May 2012, which is being funded under the Preventing
Extinction Program of Birdlife International. The Bureau has also
initiated for the drafting of a MOA between DENR and the University
of the Philippines Diliman for the implementation of the project
entitled: Reintroducing the Philippine Eagle in Southern Leyte
Ensuring the Survival of the King of the Birds. One of the
Objectives of the Project is to implement a Philippine eagle
reintroduction program in the Island of Leyte where the probability
of extirpation of the species is high. To further increase the
level of awareness of the public, the Project collaborated with
ABS-CBN in developing an infomercial to be aired at least once
every quarter over national television and broadcasted over local
radio stations once a month to generate support and continued
awareness for the conservation of the Philippine Eagle that has
been continuously persecuted over the past several years. The
infomercial was aired starting June 8, 2012 at ABS-CBN, local radio
stations 101.9 FM and DZMM. On 04 June 2012, PAWB launched the
Philippine Eagle Week celebration with the theme Lipad Agila,
Sulong Pinoy. Part of the launching event was the story telling
entitled Fly Malay Fly with representative from Haribon, PAWB
officials and personnel as audience. 2.2 Pawikan Conservation
Project (PCP) The PCP is a response to conserve the dwindling
marine turtle population in the country. It is responsible for the
formulation and implementation of conservation and protection
policies, management and propagation schemes and massive
information and education program to ensure the survival and growth
of the countrys marine turtle resources. The Project continuously
maintained the hatcheries in Turtle Islands Wildlife Sanctuary
(TIWS) in Tawi-Tawi, and in Nagbalayong, Morong, Bataan. Several
linkages have been established with concerned partners for the
conservation and protection of marine turtles. The Project prepared
and facilitated the signing of the following Memorandum of
Agreements (MOAs):
Establishing partnerships on marine turtle protection and
conservation between and among the DENR through PAWB and DENR 4A,
LGU-Naic, Cavite State University-Naic, Shoreline Kabalikat sa
Kaunlaran Inc., Far East Maritime Foundation Inc., International
Maritime and Offshore Safety Training Institute, Tropical Garden
Resort, and Sabrina Fair Philippines, Inc.
The MOA was signed by the partners on 31 January 2012 at Brgy.
Labac, Naic, Cavite which was the highlight of the launching of the
Naic-Pawikan Conservation and Protection Projects. Part of the
launching was the release of 202 olive ridley hatchlings.
MOA between Calamai Tropica & the municipal government of
Hinoba-an entitled Joint Marine Turtle Conservation at Hinoba-an,
Negros Oriental (Public-Private-Partnership Program for the
conservation of marine turtles)
Collaborative Project on Marine Turtle and Dugong Conservation
and Protection entered into by DENR-PAWB and Marine Wildlife Fauna
Watch of the Philippines which was signed on 23 February 2012 at
NAPWC Compound, Quezon City.
2.3 Tamaraw Conservation Project (TCP) The Project is designed
to prevent the extinction of the Tamaraw, which is endemic to
Mindoro, and to protect and conserve its habitats. It carries out
captive breeding experiments, habitat characterization, maintenance
of the Tamaraw Gene Pool in San Jose, Mindoro and public awareness
campaign program. The Project also provides livelihood
opportunities to local communities within the province of Mindoro.
The TCP has regularly monitored and protected important Tamaraw
habitats within Mts. Iglit-Baco National Park and in
Aruyan-Malato-Tamaraw Reservation. The annual Tamaraw count held on
16-23 April 2012 sighted around 327 individuals within the Mts.
Iglit-Baco National Park.
2.4 Palawan Wildlife Rescue and Conservation Center (PWRCC)
The PWRCC has continued its maintenance and protection of the
two (2) species of crocodiles (Crocodylus porosus and Crocodylus
mindorensis) and their habitats. To date, the Project maintained
312 heads of Crocodylus Porosus and 444 heads of Crocodylus
mindorensis at the Center. There are also 351 other wildlife
species maintained composed 22 heads of mammals, 111 heads of
birds, and 217 heads of reptiles. The Office of the Secretary
released an amount of Two Million Pesos (Php2,000,000.00) for the
renovation and improvement of the PWRCC and as of this date, the
following had been accomplished to wit: (i) Construction of three
(3) public comfort rooms outside the building; (ii) Cleaning and
repainting of various facilities of the building including existing
comfort rooms; (iii) Improvement of crocodile deck walk including
construction of roof; (iv) Construction of walk way roof from the
main building to the hatchling; and (v) Construction of walk way
roof from hatchling house to crocodile deck walk. One of the major
highlights during the period is the capture of the largest
crocodile on record in the marshlands of Bunawan, Agusan del Sur
last 03 September 2011. Weighing 1,075 kilos and measuring 20.1
feet in length and 3.3 ft in width, the reptile in the wild was the
object of a hunt in the Agusan Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary in the past
two years. On November 09, 2011 marks another history in wildlife
conservation as representative from the National Geographic Channel
declared Lolong as the largest crocodile caught alive in the wild
and maintained in captivity. On March 22, 2012 conducted a workshop
was conducted to develop the Crocodile Capture Protocol which aims
to develop a protocol that will serve as a measure to address human
crocodile conflit.
3. Promoting and Institutionalizing Ecotourism
The ecotourism development in protected areas was crafted to
make it a viable tool for sustainable development within the
recreation zones specified in the protected area management plan.
As a form of sustainable tourism within a natural and cultural
heritage area, multi-stakeholder participation is ensured. In
addition, protection and management of natural resources; culture
and indigenous knowledge and practices; environmental education and
ethics; and economic benefits are fostered and pursued for the
enrichment of host communities and satisfaction of visitors. This
year, PAWB conducted site assessment for ecotourism development at
Butuan City, Caimpugan, San Francisco, Agusan del Sur, and Leyte
Sab-a. A database was also prepared for ecotourism sites with
assessment reports for areas with Full Site Diagnostic, Business
Planning, LGU partnership and ecotourism development plan. With the
recent pronouncement of His Excellency, President Benigno Aquino
III, PAWB closely coordinated with the Department of Tourism (DOT)
to pursue convergence efforts on the development and management of
the 83 priority ecotourism sites in line with the Philippine
Tourism Development Plan. To date, identification of specific
priority areas for development under the tourism portfolio of the
said plan is underway.
4. Managing Coastal Biodiversity and Wetlands Ecosystems
There are several efforts on marine biodiversity which were
extended to concerned stakeholders particularly to local
communities:
(i) Developed the National ICM Program and conducted the
regional and national stakeholder consultations;
(ii) Provided technical assistance to LGUs in the development of
80 ICM Plans;
(iii) Co-organized and facilitated the orientation workshops for
LGUS on MPA establishment, management and networking including the
staging of the MPA awards for outstanding marine protected areas
throughout the country;
(iv) Developed guidelines on mangrove rehabilitation and
reversion of abandoned, unproductive and unutilized Fishpond Lease
Agreements into mangrove forests through a convergence initiative
of DENR , DA-BFAR and DILG, and Coastal Law Enforcement Manual;
(v) Implemented initial activities of the Sustainable Coral Reef
Management Program such as the development of the coral
rehabilitation guidelines, social mobilization activities, habitat
and vulnerability assessment, among others; and
(vi) Coordinated the collaborative efforts of Batangas-Oriental
Mindoro MPAs and Bantay Dagat Networks for the management of Verde
Island Passage Marine Corridor.
4.1 Establishment of the DENR National Coastal and Marine Center
for Research Pursuant to Executive Order No. 192 and consistent
with the Integrated Coastal Management (ICM) Strategy provided
under Executive Order 533, DENR Secretary Ramon Paje issued on 03
November 2011, DAO 2011-12 entitled Establishing Snake Island as
the DENR National Coastal and Marine Center for Research. DENR
Secretary Paje immediately authorized the release of Three Million
Pesos (Php3,000,000.00) for the renovation and enhancement of the
DENR facility in Snake Island and another Five Hundred Thousand
Pesos (Php500,000.00) to defray the salaries and wages of six (6)
hired laborers to guard the island and sustain the cleanliness of
the surrounding, and to effectively implement the closure order of
the Secretary to any tourism activity in the island. As of 21 May
2012, the following had been accomplished: (i) Renovation of the
building including painting and improvement of the two (2) units
comfort rooms inside the building; (ii) Construction of two (2)
public comfort rooms outside the DENR building; (iii) Provision of
terrace and a veranda around the facility; (iv) Provision of one
(1) sala set and one (1) office table; and (v) a temporary helipad.
4.2 Coral Triangle Initiatives The Coral Triangle Initiative (CTI)
is dedicated to promoting healthy oceans by helping people manage
their marine resources through creating and strengthening Marine
Protected Areas (MPAs), promoting seascape management at a large
scale, improving fisheries, adapting to climate change and
recovering threatened species. The CTI National Plan of Action
(CTI-NPOA) is the fulfilment of the countrys commitment to the
conservation and protection of the Coral Triangle Region which is
strategically implemented in sites selected by the national CTI
coordination committee, the field implementers, our development
partners and academic and research institutions. In relation to the
implementation of the CTI-National Plan of Action (NPOA) the
Philippine through PAWB coordinated for the development the
following: (i) State of the Coral Triangle Report; (ii) Management
Effectiveness Assessment Tool (MEAT) for monitoring of Marine
Protected Areas (MPAs), MPA Financing Studies; (iii) Action Plan on
Climate Change Adaptation for Coastal Communities; and University
Mentoring Program.
5. Information and Education on Biodiversity and Nature
Conservation
To further our efforts in raising awareness and disseminate
information for the conservation of flora and fauna of the country,
PAWB has facilitated and set-up exhibits, video and powerpoint
presentations for special events such as the following:
The Philippine Eagle Week being celebrated nationwide every June
4-10 of each calendar year. This years theme, LIPAD AGILASULONG
PINOY symbolizes the Filipinos tenacity and resilience in
overcoming the odds to achieve its goals soaring high amidst all
adversaries.Various forms of information and education campaigns
have been lined up for the 2012 PEWs festivities to create
awareness about the importance of conserving the iconic Philippine
eagle and the environment at large. A mobile infovan, Harivan will
showcase various informative materials such as videos, brochures,
and CDs on the ecology and biology of this magnificent bird of
prey. A wide assortment of tarpaulins and posters will be hung in
strategic areas of the metropolis and major thoroughfares
nationwide, academic institutions as well as the Pahayagang Bayan
along the EDSA MRT stations, including conservation education
campaigns in selected schools upon the resumption of classes.
Celebration of the Month of the Ocean 2012 DENR has been
annually celebrating annually the MOO through various activities
that campaign for the continuous protection and conservation of our
coastal and marine resources. This year, array of activities were
observed, with the theme: Buhay Dagat, Buhay Natin! in conjunction
with the observance of the International Day of Biological
Diversity (IDBD) on May 22 and its theme of Marine Biodiversity.
Highlights of the event was the mural painting - Marine
Biodiversity painting of the 1,075 meter-fence of the Ninoy Aquino
Parks and Wildlife Center involving about 700 volunteers from
different sectors. This was followed by the Ocean jam which
showcased different performances in advocating conservation and
protection of the Philippine Coastal and Marine environment.
The PAWB Gender and Development (GAD) Focal Point System
conducted the fun walk/run on March 9, 2012 at the Ninoy Aquino
Parks and Wildlife Center (NAPWC) compound. This activity is in
line with the celebration of the Womens Month.
Information, Education and Information campaign was conducted
with the production and dissemination of information materials
(e.g. streamers, tarpaulin signages, printed t-shirts and
information kits) during the celebration of environmental events.
Biodiversity-related facts and figures were likewise uploaded to
the PAWB website to increase the level of awareness among the
general public.
6. Managing Ninoy Aquino Parks and Wildlife Center (NAPWC) and
the HinuluganTaktak Protected Landscape
The Project aims to develop and maintain the Ninoy Aquino Parks
and Wildlife Center (NAPWC) as the link between urban ecosystem and
natural forest ecosystem in order to promote consciousness on the
value and importance of natural heritage. Likewise, it aims to
develop the park into a premier ecological destination and peoples
center in Metro Manila. NAPWC maintained the different facilities
and amenities which catered to the needs of the public. Among which
are: (1) Bulwagan Ninoy, where public and official functions are
held; (2) Gazebo, which is found in the heart of the lagoon used
for official and social functions; (3) amphitheater; and (4)
Fishing Village, used for various public activities. NAPWC also
maintains the Wildlife Rescue Center (WRC) where confiscated and
donated wildlife are temporarily kept for custody, medical
treatment and/or later released. The Center recorded successful
breeding of the following species which were confiscated from
illegal trade: Green imperial pigeon, (Ducula aenea), a Nicobar
pigeon, (Caloenas nicobarica) and two (2) pairs of Island-collared
dove, (Streptopelia bitorquata) started building their respective
nests in recycled kaings. One of the nests of the island-collared
doves had two (2) squabs that hatched on May 16, 2012. As of June
2012, WRC houses a total of 1,015 different animals (20 arthropods,
126 mammals, 323 birds and 546 reptiles).
7. Negotiating Biodiversity-Related Multilateral Environmental
Agreements (MEAs) and Monitoring National Implementation.
The Philippines, through the Protected Areas and Wildlife Bureau
is a signatory to International Conventions for the conservation
and protection of biodiversity. These conventions are: (1)
Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD); (2) Convention on the
Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS); (3)
Convention on the International Trade in Endangered Species of
Flora and Fauna (CITES); and (4) Convention on Wetlands of
International Importance especially as Waterfowl habitats (Ramsar
Convention). The Bureau continues to establish links and
cooperation with various local and international institutions that
paved the way for technical cooperation and financial assistance
for the conservation of biodiversity nationwide such as the
following:
a. National Biodiversity Planning to Support the Implementation
of the CBD 2011-2020 Strategic Plan in the Philippines
In line with the decision made during the 10th Conference of
Parties of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD-COP) in
2010, the Philippines, thru PAWB is in the process of updating the
National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) based on
Strategic Plan for Biodiversity and Aichi Targets 2011-2020 which
was adopted during the 10th COP-CBD. PAWB, in partnership with the
UNDP, was able to facilitate the approval of a grant from the
Global Environment a Facility (GEF) to facilitate this process. The
Project Document required for the release of the grant is being
finalized for submission to GEF this July 2012. Initially, the
Project has organized a Technical Working Group composed of
biodiversity experts from NGAs, academe, private institutions and
CSOs who will provide scientific and practical guidance for the
updating of the NBSAP .
b. Expanding and Diversifying the National System of Terrestrial
Protected Areas in the Philippines (NewCAPP)
The development objective of the Project is to expand and
strengthen the terrestrial PA system in the Philippines by
developing new PA models and building capacity for effective
management of the system. The notable accomplishments of the
Project are as follows: Outcome 1 Expansion of the Terrestrial PA
System
(i) Recognition/establishment of 15,036 has. as conservation
areas (ICCA and LCA) and development of Community Conservation
Plan
(ii) Identification of elements of the National ICCA Framework
as defined in the Manila Conference on ICCA
Outcome 2 Capacity Building to Manage Existing PA System and New
Conservation Areas The Project was able to: (i) implement priority
capacity development activities which resulted, among others
increased appreciation of IPs and other stakeholders at the
national and local levels in ICCA; (ii) integrate biodiversity
concerns in LGU Plans and adopt conservation plans by relevant
stakeholders; and (iii) completed capacity assessment of PAW Sector
which resulted in the development of the Proposed Capacity Building
Program for the PA Sector and validation of the baseline capacity
development scorecard for PAWB and PAW Sector. Outcome 3
Sustainable PA Financing The NewCAPP has accomplished the
following: (i) establish linkages with other institutions for the
economic valuation studies in project sites (Mt. Nacolod, Polillo,
Tawi-Tawi and Zambales Mountain Ranges); (ii) submitted a draft
policy for increasing development fee for the utilization of PA
resources; and (iii) provision of support in the procurement of
Consultants for NPS-ENRMP, which intends to support 18 PAs in the
formulation of Business Plans including identification of viable PA
revenue-generating activities.
c. Partnerships for Biodiversity Conservation: Mainstreaming in
Local Agricultural Landscapes Project (Biodiversity Partnership
Programme)
The Biodiversity Partnership Program (BPP) is in recognition of
the need to address habitat fragmentation brought about by
inadequate policies, tools and capacities, to encourage the
participation of local government units in mainstreaming
biodiversity conservation in local agricultural landscapes. The key
intention of this project, therefore, is to increase the capacity
of the LGUs to mainstream biodiversity conservation in agricultural
production landscapes/seascapes geared towards the protection and
enhancement of the quality of the environment and the sustainable
management of the natural resources. In this early stage of
implementation, the Project has accomplished the following:
(i) Conducted capacity assessment for BPP Responsible Partners,
to determine and validate their technical and financial capacities
to implement the project
(ii) Facilitated the signing of the Memorandum of Agreement
between partners (Haribon, PEF, FFI, PBCFI, CI Philippines and
HLURB)
(iii) Facilitated the inclusion of biodiversity conservation in
the green business terminologies under the DILGs Local Investment
and Incentive Code
(iv) Created the Project Board chaired by Undersecretary Manuel
Gerochi, with members from partner agencies and CSOs, and the
Inter-Agency Technical Working Group which is composed of partner
organizations, i.e., DA, DTI, DENR Bureaus, DOT, HLURB, NEDA, UNDP,
NCIP, PCW, League of Provinces and Municipalities, and CSOs. The
TWF will serve as a sounding board of their respective offices to
facilitate the information dissemination and feedback,
d. Rehabilitation and Sustainable Use of Peatland Forest in
Southeast Asia (ASEAN Peatlands Forest Project or APFP
The APFPs objective is to promote the sustainable management and
rehabilitation of peatlands through awareness raising, capability
building and enhanced inter-agency cooperation for the benefit of
the local community and the conservation of biodiversity. A key
strategy is to develop sustainable uses of peatlands by local
communities and conservation measures for areas of high
biodiversity through the implementation of small community-led
projects at Caimpugan peat dome in Agusan Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary
in Mindanao and Sab-a Basin peatland in Leyte Island, in the
Visayas. Among the important activities undertaken were the
following:
Attendance to relevant international workshop and mettings
relevant to peatland management;
Operationalization of the national and local working groups on
peatlands
Information, Education and Communication (IEC) activities,
including preparation of publishable materials for policy makers
and general public;
Identifying donor agencies for sustainable financial mechanism
for peatland management;
Land use planning activities including consultations;
Site assessment for rehabilitation and guided demo farm; and
Ecotourism site assessment and stakeholders consultation.
e. Manila Bay Environmental Management Project (MBEMP)
The project is a local component of the Regional Programme on
Building partnerships in Environmental Management for the Seas of
East Asia. It aims to develop and implement a Operational Plan for
Manila Bay Coastal Strategy (OPMBCS) in partnership with national
government agencies and stakeholders both from public and private
sectors. Hereunder are the notable achievements:
PAWB Manila Bay Technical Working Group was created on 02
September 2011 for the implementation of the Operational Plan for
the Manila Bay Coastal Strategy;
Conduct of the Training Workshop on Macrobenthic Assessment at
the Manila Ocean Park-Manila on 14-17 December 2012 to capacitate
selected DENR personnel in assessing and monitoring benthic system
with important mudflats of Manila Bay;
Conduct of initial reconnaissance survey and initial assessment
of coastal habitats and other inland bodies of water in Manila Bay
together with the representatives from Region 3, 4A and NCR
(LPPCHEA); Sasmuan-Macabebe, Pampanga; Tortugas and Puerto Rivas in
Bataan;
Actual conduct of Macrobenthic Assessment in the monitoring
sites (Sasmuan in Pampanga; Tortugas in Bataan; LPPCHEA and Navotas
in NCR and Naic, Ternate and Noveleta in Cavite) from January to
March together with the representatives from NCR, Region 3 and
Region 4A.
Identified wetlands for possible designation as wetlands of
international importance are: (i) Las Pias-Paranaque Critical
Habitat and Ecotourism Area; (ii) Sasmuan, Pampanga; (iii)
Tortugas, Bataan; and Candaba Swamp, Pampanga.
Establishment of marine turtle sanctuary in Naic, Cavite in
collaboration with Pawikan Conservation Projec.t
Conduct of Mangrove validation within Manila Bay Region (NCR,
Region 3 and 4A)
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