Raise Environmental AwarenessTourism operations, especially in the adventure and recreation sector, have a unique opportunity to increase public awareness on environmental issues and nature conservation.
Tourists can be educated through quality outdoor experiences in natural settings such as snorkeling, kayaking, bushwalking which allows people to experience the unique beauty of the environment. To contribute to wider environmental protection utilising educational motivating individuals and groups to practice more ecologically sustainable travel and tourism practices. Other recommendations are Having educated guides, environmental programs and sustainability workshops ideal for schools groups at various levels of environmental studies. Education on unique natural features like rare or endangered species, landscapes, how to conduct and preserve or leave minimal footsteps behind Developing partnerships and frameworks with tour operators, promoting initiatives to reduce energy consumption and water consumption and community groups simply wishing to increase their environmental awareness. Ensure that staff understands local environmental, cultural, resource issues, and wilderness regulations and lobby governments for better environmental services/opportunities for tourists Implement and promote initiatives to reduce waste sent to landfill Empower local people with correct tools and education Objectives 1. To enhance general community's understanding of ecological sustainability through experiential learning 2. Fostering a deeper connection with nature through interaction and education 3. Encourage community desire to maintain existing environmental qualities. 4. Develop skills, knowledge and values that inspire and motivate individuals to support a more environmentally sustainable tourism. |
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