The Forest Department is hosting its 2 nd Annual Savannah Summer Camp at the Savannah Forest Station in Independence Village from July 25th to 29th, 2016.
The summer camp aims to foster greater awareness and appreciation for the importance of Belize’s key biodiversity areas and sustainable forest management initiatives.
The Savannah Summer Camp 2016 is being held under the theme: “Changing Young Minds for a Greener Future. This year, more than 80 youngsters, ages six to twelve years, will participate in forest adventure group activities and will be guided by more than 20 team leaders representing the Forest Department, Community Based Organizations and local schools. Each adventure group will be involved in daily learning exercises that will help them to build community spirit, understand the value of sustainable forest management, and engage in hands-on activities that will demonstrate the environmental and economic benefits of our forest resources.
At the end of the summer camp, the participants will receive their Forest Adventure Certificate and be initiated as Junior Forest Guardians. The camp is being made possible through assistance from partners in the Non Governmental Organization and business community. The event promises to be an enjoyable learning experience! For more information please contact the Forest Department (FD) at 822-1524 or Savannah Forest Station at 533-3014.
