Ecotour Guide Manual Rev1

Awayan Poonian Solis
Community Centred Conservation (C3)
Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

A Manual for Tour Guides and Barangay Cooperatives
Community Centred Conservation (C3)

A Manual for Tour Guides and Barangay Cooperatives
Joann Awayan, Chris Poonian and Rutchelle Solis
INTRODUCTION About this manual This manual has been designed to support the project Building Capacity for Socially and Environmentally Sustainable Tourism in Palawan Province which aims to create realistic and sustainable options for the local people to enter the tourism sector. This manual presents the outline of a 5-day modular training course and aims to provide a self-help guide to participants during their training to become effective Eco Tour Guides. Included are easy tips and pointers to promote understanding of key ideas.
Objectives of the Training The 5-day training aims: To educate and capacitate trainees to become effective Eco Tour Guides by providing them sufficient information about their municipality including its environmental wonders For the trainees to appreciate, protect and respect their environment through helping them become aware of the preciousness of their environment and its rich natural resources and habitat. To address the trainees social and economic needs through capacitating them to become effective and admirable Eco Tour Guides. At the same time provide a sustainable economic alternative means through this training.
House Rules and Expectation from the trainees 1. All trainees are encouraged to participate in all skills training, group work and exercises to broaden their awareness and enhance their skills as tour guides. 2. All trainees are requested to come on time to be able to start and end the training on time. 3. Trainees are encouraged to participate actively at all times. Questions and other concerns regarding the training are encourage to be brought up in the plenary. 4. No cellular phones (if applicable) during training. 5. The manual and other documents given during the training must be with the trainees at all times. 6. Absences and tardiness are not allowed. The trainees that will be late and absent will be disqualified from the training
Course Outline
Module Municipality of Busuanga Contents Information about the Municipality of Busuangaincluding geography, social and economic conditions of Busuanga Useful information about Busuanga with regards to eco-tourism Definition of Ecotourism Importance of ecotourism to the community Opportunities and threats of ecotourism How ecotourism can help support the sustainable economic development of Busuanga Definition of Eco Tour Guide. Basic skills including communication, behaviour and characteristics Roles and responsibilities as an Eco Tour guide Tourism sites in the Municipality of Busuanga Guiding tourists at these sites How Eco Tour Guides should protect and conserve the tour site and its inhabitants Laws related to conservation and protection of the environment Guidelinesfor eco-friendly tourism Safety measures before during after tours. How Eco Tour Guides can properly take care of themselves and their clientsin case of accidents Definition of a cooperative The importance of working in a community tourism cooperative Important laws related to cooperatives Steps and requirements to register a cooperative
What is Ecotourism?
How to be an Eco Tour Guide
Tour Sites in Busuanga Conservation in Busuanga
Health and Safety
Understanding Cooperatives for Tour Guides
Activity 1: Introduce Yourself Purpose: To allow the participants to get to know one another Procedure: 1. Participants form two circles (inner and outer circles). 2. Music will play and stop randomly. During the music, the inner circle will go on one direction and the outer circle will go on the other direction. When the music stops, each participant should stop facing a Participants introducing one another. new partner. 3. Each pair will be given one minute to introduce themselves. Here are some of the things they should do and discuss: a. Each pair will have a marker and a sticker ID. b. One partner will ask each others name and write them on the paper and give it to the partner to be place on their chest. c. Each one will share the following information: (this will be written on the board for everyone to see during the exercise) i. Name ii. Barangay/sitio iii. Organization (if any), job iv. What they love about Busuanga. v. One adjective that describes them. 4. After one minute, a bell will sound and then the music will play again. The participants will move accordingly and the process will be repeated. 5. In case, the new partner already has a name tag, they proceed directly to sharing information about themselves. 6. At the end of the activity, the participants will be called up in the plenary and give a random introduction about one of the new people they have met. Time Frame: 15 minutes
Activity 2: Expectation Check Purpose: To set a common understanding between the participants and trainers on the following: Procedure: 1. A paper and a pen will be passed around. 2. Each trainee will write down their expectations on coloured paper: a. What will the training be all about? What do they expect to learn? b. What is their expectation from the trainer c. What will they contribute to make the training more effective and fun? d. What are their fears or short comings (if any) 3. Each expectation corresponds to a different coloured paper. (This will help the trainer to segregate the answers during discussion). 4. The trainer will collect all the coloured paper and will be placed over the board or any space available for the participants to see. 5. The trainer will summarize the outputs and will take note of them. 6. At the end, the trainer will present the objective of the training and expectations of the trainer towards the participants (or house rules). Purpose and objective of the training Flow of the training and topics and modulesthat will be discussed Mood of the training Who will conduct the training
Time Frame: 15 minutes Writing : 3 to 5 minutes Processing: 10 minutes
A trainee discusses her expectations on the eco-tour course.
The Municipality of Busuanga
Map of Busuanga Municipality.
The Municipality of Busuanga
General Information The Municipality of Busuanga is the 16th largest municipality in Palawan Province and is located on Busuanga Island, within the Calamian group. The municipality covers approximately one third of the western portion of Busuanga Island, the rest of the island falls under the Municipality of Coron. The town proper of Busuanga Municipality is Barangay Salvacion.
Calamian Group of Islands: This is a group of islands in the Province of Palawan which includes: Busuanga Island, Coron Island, Culion Island, Calauit Island and several minor islands around the region.
Background Information: Busuanga Island is part of the Palawan Province, MIMAROPA Region (Region IV-B). MIMAROPA stands for: Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon and Palawan.
Busuanga Island is known as one of the best tourist spots in the Philippine because of its rich and diverse marine and terrestrial habitats and the presence of twelve World War II Japanese shipwrecks in Coron Bay which were bombed by the American Navy in September 1944. Brief Historical Background Inhabitants from Malaya and Indonesian countries moved and settled in Busuanga as early as 3,000 B.C. Over the years, traders from China were recorded to conduct business with the natives from the Calamines. The name Busuanga which literally means burst in English was given to the island long before it was acknowledged as a municipality in 1951. A total of 14 Barangays were founded, and are listed below in chronological order: 1. Busuanga (Old Busuanga) about 1600 2. Sagrada - 1898 3. Cheey 1902 4. Concepcion 2nd June 1904 5. Salvacion (formerly Poblacion) 1905 6. Buluang 24th April 1908 7. Quezon 17th November 1917 8. San Rafael 1925 9. Panlaitan 10thDecember 192510. Maglalambay 27th June 1927
11. New Busuanga 1937 12. Bogtong 1947
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San Isidro 1951 (during the conversion of Busuanga into a Municipality) Sto. Nino (formerly Dipuyai) 1979
Socioeconomic Conditions Economy and Income: Busunga Municipality is classified as 3rd Class Municipality and has been recognized to be in a state of poverty since 2002. Most residents especially those who live and reside in coastal areas are landless and have limited coastal resources (e.g. fish, corals, sea weeds). Fishing and farming are the primary source of income. Recently, residents have recognized increasing problems with illegal fishing and slash-and-burn agriculture.Most residents are in need of employment and alternative sources of income to be able to provide their basic needs. At present, the residents need capacity training and education to alleviate them from poverty. Population and Ethnic Groups: Busuanga Municipality is home to about 21,358 people according to the 2010 Philippine Census. Barangay Panlaitan and Barangay Salvacion are the most highly populated barangays. Most residents are a mixture of indigenous peoples and immigrants from different countries. Indigenous peoples include the Tagbanua and Calamian and the Palawan major tribes including Cuyunen, Agutaynen and Cagayanen. Education: Residents in Busuanga have low literacy rate and education resulting in high levels of unemployment. Language and Dialects: The residents of Busuanga speak at least two languages and seven dialects. English is learned in primary and secondary education and is occasionally spoken especially for foreign tourists and guests. Tagalog is widely spoken.
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Languages: English and Tagalog Dialects: Batak, Cuyonon, Illonggo, Kagayen, Palawano, Tausug and Tagbanwa. Religion: Busuanga comprises of various religious groups: Baptist,IglesianiKristo, Adventist, Born Again, Christians and Catholics.
Health and Nutrition: The municipality of Busuanga faces various health issues such as malnutrition and water borne diseases. Most children face malnutrition due to low household income. In addition, the community suffers from inadequate supplies of potable water.
Weather and Climate: Busuanga Island experience inter-tropical converging zone in different parts of the year. Northeast Moonsoon (Amihan): November to February Southwest Moonsoon (Habagat): March to May Rainfall is experienced all year round. However, January to May are the most favourable months for tourist to visit for island tours, hiking or mountain climbing. Heavy rain is experienced from June to December. Local community and Leadership: Residents and community leaders need to be educated and informed to understand the preciousness of theenvironment. They must learn to appreciate, respect and protect the environment and its natural resources. These leaders require assistance in thinking of ways to both protect and conserve the environment as well as to be the good keepers of their surroundings. Since basic services are ineffective, the community leaders together with the residents should be able to join forces in order to effectively implement the laws on protection and conservation of Busuanga.
Natural Environment Busuanga Island is rich in natural resources. As more and more people move in and settle on the island, its natural resources are slowly diminishing. In particular, the growing population situated 12
along the coast creates risks to both the environment and people because of expansion of living areas, conversion of coastal areas for economic livelihood and other activities that threaten the natural resources and its ecosystem. Local communities have limited awareness of conservation of their natural resources. For instance: -Most farmers useKaingin, a practice that negatively impacts the health and condition of the soil and leads to erosion, negatively impacting coastal habitats -Communities living around mangroves use the wood as fuel and building materials; resulting in environmental problems that can threaten the living conditions of the communities themselvesfrom increased risk of flooding and coastal erosion as well as depletion of marine ecosystems and fisheries resources.
Kaingin Slash and burn method where in forest woodlands are emptied to create space for agriculture, pasture lands and also residents for settlers. Mangrove (Bakawan)A tree or shrub which grows in mud especially in tropical coastal swamps Environment conservation: to save and protect natural resources.
Forest: Busuanga has about fifteen endangered tree species recorded in the municipality. Below are the list of 15 endangered tree species and more information that would be useful for tour guides during tours, camping and other activities. 1. Lanete is a valuable timber which can be used as wood carving and musical instruments; also the leaves and flower that are cooked and eaten 2. Kamagong is also known as mabolo tree that is found in primary and secondary forest in the country. Kamagong wood has various uses. Traditionally it is use as a haircomb. However, kamagong have many uses from furniture, to musical instrument, handles, and others. Also, it is commonly planted as a roadside tree.
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3. Ipil is often called as Ipil-ipil tree (mimosa tree). It is often used as shade tree in coffee and cacao plantations. It can also be used as support for growing bananas, yams and many more. Almost each part of the tree has various uses: seeds can be used as a necklace (which is dyed and strung together); timber can be used as parquet flooring and furniture; seeds can be used to cure psoriasis (use as a moisturizer) and many more. 4. Akle which is only propagated by seeds can be found in is only found in Northern Luzon to Palawan and Negros Island. Akles wood is best used for cabinet furniture, gunstocks, sculptures, musical instruments and panels. Also, it is often used for house construction, railroad ties, charcoal and many more. 5. Apitong is an important timber tree in the country. The wood is use to make quality charcoal, while the fibre is used as a pulp to make paper. 6. Malasantol tree can be found in different countries in southeast asia. The fruit is eaten and can also be processed as jam or cook as viand. The bark is used as tanning fishing nets. Sometimes the wood is used as ingredient for perfume. Most importantly, the tree is good for soil conservation. 7. Antipolo tree is related to fruit bearing trees Jackfruit (Langka). The wood is used to make furniture. 8. Nato or better known as Eastern Mahogany is a strong wood that can be used as furniture, flooring, boat decking and guitar necks. 9. Yakal tree has a hard and dark brownish-yellow wood. The wood is used for bridges, high grade construction and other installations that need maximum strength and durability. 10. Duguantree is known for its hardwood and have a reddish colour. The tree grows fast and resistant to drought. This tree is ideal for reforestation especially in marginal areas. 11. Narratree is known as the Philippine National Tree that grows in different regions in secondary forest. The trees leaves, barks and roots have various uses. The leaves are used as an ingredient to make shampoo. Also, the leaves are good use for various health problems: diarrhoea, headache, prickly heat and ulcers. The wood is used for floorings, furniture, musical instruments and decorative carvings. 12. Molavetree grows irregularly with indefinite shape and height. However, it is one of the hardest woods which are use as railroad ties, wagong making, bridge, carabao yokes (magpamatok), wooden furniture and carving wooden tools. Also, the bark and wood of Molave is traditionally use on wounds and poisonous bites. 14
13. Mancono is considered to be one of the hardest trees in the Philippines. The wood is used as pillars or post for houses. The wood is also used as saw guide blocks, tool handles, and posts. 14. Kalaum tree grows in Southeast Asia. Kalaum is also known as Mariig and Malaruhat tree. The wood is a good use for construction of houses, bridges and furniture. However, its young shoots are considered edible and can be cooked and eaten. 15. Sakat tree has the scientific name ofterminalianitens which is only found in Japan and Philippines. The said tree is extremely endangered.
Wildlife: Busuanga municipality shelters about 145 different land animals including 99 species of birds (Palawan species), 18 species of mammals, 14 species of amphibians and 14 species of reptiles (snakes, crocodiles, turtles). At least 21 bird species are endemic to Busuanga.
Endemic: Commonly found in a particular place or area. Amphibian: A cold-blooded, smooth skinned animal that is capable to live both in land and water. E.g. frogs, salamander, toads
Coastal and Marine (Sea) Resources: The municipality hosts approximately 62 hectares of coral reef including 17 hectares in Barangay Panlaitan and significant areas in Barangay Concepcion and Sagrada. In general, most reef fish communities are severely depleted due to fishing and collection for the aquarium trade. Other endangered marine species such as sea cows (dugongs) and turtles are seen throughout the coastal barangays. Turtle nesting sites are found on several islands including:Dimipac, Elet, Malajom, Pamalican, West Nalaut, and Salvacion. Dolphins and whales are observed during May to December. An estimate of 161 hectares is covered by seagrass (lusayan) particularly in Barangay Sto. Nino, Concepcion and Calauit Island. Dugongs are listed as vulnerable to extinction by the World Conservation Union. They only feed on seagrass and reproduce very slowly. They are sometimes killed through entanglement in fishing nests. Female sea turtles return to nest on the beach where they were born. The most commonly-found sea turtles in Busuanga include the Endangered Green Turtle and Critically Endangered Hawksbill turtle. 15
Coral reefs are under threat throughout the world,because of human impacts and climate change. They support fisheries resources and provide protection from storms and flooding. Corals are living animals and are very sensitive, if you touch them, you can kill them. Seagrass beds are essential for fisheries because they provide a safe home for young fish to grow in. They also provide food for endangered species such as Green Turtles and Dugongs. Activity: Name Game Purpose: This exercise will assess how well the participants know the barangays in the Municipality of Busuanga. Suggestion: This activity would be most effective if it would be done before the first training session about Busuanga. Materials needed: Blank map of Busuanga Procedure: 1. The participants will be given a blank map of Busuanga Island. 2. The participants will be given 4 minutes to do the following: a. Draw the line that separates Busuanga Municipality to Coron Municipality b. Identify all 14 barangays on the map by labelling them respectively. c. Identify the sea(s) surrounding the island d. Identify the unique characteristics of each barangay 3. Once they are finished, the participants will share their answers to the plenary. 4. The map will be kept aside for the later activities. Time Frame: 15 minutes Writing: 4-5 minutes Discussion: 10 minutes 16
Participants are formed into three groups and each will attempt at naming places of interest on a map of Busuanga.
Activity: How well do I know Busuanga? Purpose: The activity aims to show how well the trainees know their local environment. Suggestion: This activity is most effective if done after the training session. Materials Blank Paper Pen Rules: 1. 2. The materials that will be chosen should represent the natural resources found in Busuanga The participants must be able to identify them and their features or what is it best known for. Example: Ipil-ipil wood used as wooden floors
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The trainees will be formed into groups. The groups are given 7 minutes to go outside the session area to collect as many materials as possible that they can. Once finished, the group should list on a sheet of paper what they have collected and also what is best known for or used for (at least in their community).
Time Frame: 20 minutes Gathering of materials: 5 minutes Writing: 5 minutes Discussion: 10 minutes
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Activity: Raise Awareness Eco Tour Guide Promotional Leaflet Purpose: To produce a promotional leaflet which can be used by the trainees to publicize their tour sites and to promote ways to conserve and protect coastal/marine and terrestrial natural resources Suggestion: The activity is best done after this session on Municipality of Busuanga. There will be two parts in the creation of the promotional leaflet which will be done per barangay. The trainees will be given instructions and shown sample works to learn and understand what they needed to write and work on in their own leaflets. Materials: Cartolina Magazines Markers Colouring materials Scissors and glue Procedure: Part 1: 1. The trainees will be divided into groups (4-5 members), according to barangay. 2. The trainees will be given time to gather their thoughts and work on the sections of their leaflets. 3. Once finished, the group will share their work in the plenary. 4. Comments and suggestions are welcomed for improvement. Part 2: 1. Ideas of all leaflets that were produced will be merged into one promotional leaflet for each barangay. 18
2. The trainees will be given guidance and assistance to draft their final promotional leaflet. 3. These outputs will be presented to their barangay council for approval.
Time Frame: Part 1:1 hour to 1.5 hours Part 2: 1 hour to 1.5 hours
A participant showcases a copy of her barangays promotional leaflet.
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Ecotourism
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Ecotourism
Introduction Tourism is defined as the practice of travelling for recreation (Center for Responsible Travel, Stanford University & Washington, DC). The International Ecotourism Society (TIES) define: Ecotourism is responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and sustains the well-being of the people. These definitions explain how ecotourism can help achieve economic growth as well as sustainable development of a particular area. Tourism has thus become one of the most recognized economic activities that contribute towards economic development. As a result, more and more tourist sites are being developed and turned into ecotourism spots which can help generate improved income and livelihood opportunities.
Characteristics of Ecotourism There are six important characteristics of ecotourism: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. involves travel to undisturbed natural areas or historical sites focuses on learning and quality of experience economically benefits the local communities ecotourists seeks to view rare species, landscapes and others ecotourists do not deplete or consume the resources rather sustain the environment or help to protect and save it 6. ecotourists appreciate and respect the local culture, traditions, and more
Source: Chesworth, Ecotourism Seminar paper delivered in the Institute of Environmental Studies and Management. 1995 In addition, ecotourism must be able to apply the following characteristics that support environmental sustainability: 1. 2. 3. 4. Low impact to protected the areas natural resources Involves stakeholders in the planning, development, and implementation and monitoring phases; Respects local traditions and cultures Generates sustainable and equitable income for local communities including stakeholders and other tour operators 5. Generates income to help in the conservation of protected areas 6. Educates stakeholder towards their role to protect the natural resources 23
Source: Drumm and Moore. Ecotourism Development: A Manual for Conservation Planners and Managers, 2002. Ecotourism includes community-based tourism, homestays, visits to historical ruins and/or sites, and other forms of travel. However, it is important to always keep in mind that ecotourism does not only promote the wonders of the landscapes and viewing of species. Responsible travel is one important characteristic of ecotourism. Eco Tour guides should remember this because they play an important role in the conservation of the environment, especially in Busuanga.
Importance of Eco-tourism Ecotourism is important to rural communities it can contribute to economic growth and reduce poverty. Ecotourism provides livelihoods to communities based on the natural resources around them. Different jobs may be generated and tour guiding is one of those opportunities opened to the community through ecotourism. Ecotourism is also important to promote conservation. In this section, tour guides will learn on how to appreciate and respect Busuanga: its ecosystems, species and landscapes.
Responsible Ecotourism Ecotourism has both good and bad effects on a local community. Responsible ecotourism should be embodied by all stakeholders (private organization/companies, communities, tourist/guest, and tour operators/guides). There are four important factors to a responsible ecotourism: 1. There must be proper management and planning of eco-tours 2. Community involvement and participation 3. Awareness and education about the environment 4. Manage tours which can only be handled within the capacity of the environment (to protect the species and natural resources) Source: Beeler, 2000.
Benefits of Ecotourism Ecotourism in any community creates social and economic impacts which can lead to both positive and negative results.
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Positive Effects of Ecotourism: 1. Creates job opportunities in the local community. Local accommodation and infrastructure are developed to welcome tourist and guests (both local and foreign), resulting inincreased job opportunities, including construction, food business, novelty items, tour operators, tour guides. 2. Contributes to the income of the municipality. Increased income of a municipality results from the investment and support of various investors, private and government companies; further job opportunities are established, the communitys infrastructure and capacity is developed further and more and more tourists are encouraged to come and visit. Therefore, ecotourism can be a sustainable business; there are many possible ways to generate income, for example: fees (entrance fee, transportation fee, use of equipment), donations (contribution for the maintenance of protected areas), and establishments (food business, shops, travel tours, equipment shops). 3. Creates awareness and appreciation of the cultures and traditions Some tourists are encouraged to meet and stay with the local people. Sometimes, local people prepare programmes to welcome and allow their guests to experience the rich culture and tradition of their community. Homestay (to live temporarily or stay in the community) allows this experience to be more fun, adventurous and insightful for the guests. Therefore, the guests understand, appreciate, and respect the culture and traditions of the local community. At the same time, this experience is also significant to tour guides and other tour operators. They are able to understand and learn the cultural differences, values and behaviour of the guests that they meet. This process creates an awareness and sensitivity to the local communities, and also, educates them on how to properly approach their guests. 4. Creates awareness towards the protection of the environment During the visits of tourists, their exposure to the wonders and beauty of the places they have visited encourages awareness to help, (even in the smallest way possible) respect and protect the environment. Eco Tour Guides have a huge responsibility towards this aspect. They are taught and encouraged to practise ways to conserve and protect the environment. In the same way, the tour guide is encouraged to share this learning to their clients especially before and during travel.
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5. Encourages responsible tourism All sectors, stakeholders, visitors and others are indeed encouraged to promote and implement responsible tourism. Responsible tourism creates a sustainable economy in a community but should not destroy and harm the environment. 6. Establish and implement protection and conservation of the environment and natural resources Tour operators and tour guides provide ongoing education in the conservation and protection of the natural environment, and thus have an important role to play in raising awareness from the community up to local government levels. 7. Encourages active participation of all sectors: men, women and youth Ecotourism opens many possibilities and opportunities to local communities. Women play an important role to address responsible and sustainable ecotourism in the locality through local crafts, hosting homestays and tour guiding. Youth are empowered and educated not only to appreciate the economic opportunities provided by ecotourism, but also they are also taught to practise environment conservation and promote responsible ecotourism.
Negative Effects of Ecotourism: 1. Environment degradation In any development of a community or area, the condition of the environment is always threatened. The construction of bridges, roads and other infrastructure and conversion of coastal and marine areas into tourist facilities often results in the depletion of natural resources. Some of the effects of development include: endangerment of water and land animals; disappearance of land and water habitats and ecosystems, coastal erosion and flooding. In addition, sudden increases in arrivals of many tourists/guests without sufficient waste management systems and sanitation facilities in place can cause serious and rapid environmental degradation. 2. Crowding of immigrants and tourists When a tourist destination becomes popular and known to local and international society, migration of settlers and unexpectedly high numbers of tourists can visitall at the same time, causing problems and conflicts.
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Asincreased work opportunities become available disagreement and conflicts may occur between local inhabitants and immigrant job seekers. Sometimes, the arrival of more visitors than can be accommodated properly can result in fewtouristsenjoyingtheir visits andsafety issues during tour activities. 3. Uncontrolled development A community or locality must understand that when the economy is doing well and tourists sites are becoming popular, development can become more aggressive, possibly resulting in environment harm and overcrowding of the small, rural community. It must be understood that development needs to be managed. This way, the environment is well conserved and protected, the community lives well and all (both nature and humans) may exist in harmony. 4. Unstable economy One of the downside of ecotourism is its unstable nature in terms of income generation.Tourist visits are often seasonal, and may be affected by international politics and safety concerns and unpredictable weather conditions and other natural phenomena can result in lower levels of income.
How to address the negative effects of Ecotourism? As Eco Tour Guides, it is important to know the positive and negative effects of ecotourism. As a responsible tour guide, one needs to understand and learn how to address the negative effects of ecotourism. Here are some strategiesto address the negative effects of ecotourism: 1. Empower local communities Local communities are sometimes the first people to be affected by the negative effects of ecotourism. Therefore, local communities need to be educated about conservation and protection of their natural resources. The communities need to be given access to information and skills training to help address their socioeconomic conditions. An empowered local community helps in the maintenance and protection of the species and its environment. Also, they are able to help the local government to create a more sustainable economy, a well-protected and conserved environment for all. 2. Create alternative livelihood opportunities for the locality One means to empower local communities is through skills and capacity training. Providing them many choices and options to learn more and do more leads them to a more productive, generate income and improve their locality. 27
3. Create awareness about responsible ecotourism among local workers, establishments and other businesses Creating awareness can be done in various ways: include mini lectures on responsible tourism or their role as local workers in Busuanga; sticker post or information posts to selected areas is a good way to remind about responsible ecotourism. 4. Implement and practise environmental protection and conservation Eco Tour Guides need to know and understand local environmental laws.The information can help them implement and practice environment conservation; and encourage local awareness of environment protection and conservation by sharing this knowledge to others. The implementation of environmental protection can be strengthened with the help and collaboration with other local sectors and stakeholders. 5. Implement waste management There are various ways to practice waste management. Local communities and local sectors play an important role in ensuring the health and wellness of Busuanga. Providing information about the importance of waste management as well as the negative effects of poor waste management is a great eye opener. In this manner, it is important that all sectors do their part (even the smallest possible) to help in the wellness of the environment. 6. Promote and implement responsible ecotourism to guests and visitors Visits and tours provide a fantastic opportunity forEco Tour Guides or operators to incorporate awareness of responsible tourism. Of course Eco Tour Guides and operators should always act as role models and make responsible tourism their regular habit.
The conduct of regular beach clean-up activities is an example of responsible environmental stewardship.
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Activity: What is Ecotourism? Purpose: To ground the concepts and clarify misconceptions of the trainees about ecotourism The activity is also a good introduction to this course/session. Suggestion: The activity is best conducted before the start of this course. Materials: Anything they can find around them. Procedure: 1. Trainees will be given 5 minutes to go around either outside the session area or inside the room. 2. Each trainee should pick an object that best represents the symbol of how they understand and define ecotourism. 3. Once finish, the participants will go back to the classroom and share their thoughts on the following: a. What is the object they chose? (they will show the object to the plenary) b. Why did they choose the object? 4. Trainer will write down all the answers. Once everyone has finished sharing, the trainer will clarify misconceptions (if any).
Time frame: 25 to 30 minutes Looking for objects: 5 minutes Presentation/sharing: 15-20 minutes (I minute per person) Processing: 5 minutes
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Activity: Environmental Review Part 1: Review of environmental conditions Purpose: To educate and inform the trainees about the importance of Busuangas environment To learn doable ways to conserve and protect the natural resources (coastal and marine) Suggestion: This exercise is best done after the discussion of Ecotourism. Material(s): Markers Manila paper Procedure: 1. The traineeswill be divided into groups. 2. The groups will identify at least five environmental issues their barangay is currently facing. 3. Afterwards, the group would need to suggest at least two possible ways to solve the environmental issues they have identified. 4. Once done, the group can draw and write down their inputs and discussion on the Manila paper. 5. The group will discuss their outputs in the plenary.
Time Frame: 25-30 minutes (for 5 groups of 4 members each group) Writing: 10 minutes Discussion: 5-10 minutes
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Introduction Now that the basic foundations and concepts of ecotourism have been discussed, the next phase of this training is to learn the concepts, roles and responsibility of being an Eco Tour Guide. This chapter will have two main sections. The first section explains the role of a tour guide. It is important to learn the concepts, roles and responsibility and benefits of being a tour guide, especially in protected areas. The second section provides the basic foundation of being a tour guide. This section presents the technical aspects of being an effective tour guide including: basic communication skills, characteristics, behaviour and mannerism of being a tour guide, basic customer service skills and a list of rules and regulations tour guide need to learn and remember before, during and after tours.
Becoming a Tour Guide A tour guide is someone who assists and accompanies tourists and guests to travel around the places they would like to see and explore. A tour guide becomes the representative of the community when s/he meets a tourist (both local and foreign). Therefore, s/he carries with her/him the culture, tradition and characteristics of the local areas. Knowing this, it is important that tour guides understand that their roles and responsibilities are not only in promoting the beauty and wonders of their tour sites, but also, they must carry within them the cultures and tradition, and their role in promoting responsible tourism.
Importance of being a Tour Guide A tour guide should understand that their roles are important not only in promoting tourism. They play an important role every time they meet new guests/tourists. Here are some of the reasons:
1. Tour guides interact directly with tourists. It is important that they know how to properly communicate with these tourists. It is important that they leave a good impression and positive relationships with the other person which in turn contributes to a more successful and sustainable economy. 2. One of tour guides responsibilities is to promote responsible tourism and protection of the environment. Their role as a tour guide is important because they can encourage tourists in proper ways to conserve the environment, at the same time they are able to see and monitor 33
the conditions of their surroundings. In this way, mitigation measures can be implemented in good time without minimal environmental damage.
Roles and Responsibilities of a Tour Guide It is already noted that the tour guides should always ensure the safety and enjoyment of the tourists. Thus, the roles and responsibilities of a tour guide can be categorized as follows:
Before a Tour:
Information about Busuanga Make sure the tour guide knows as muchinformation as possible about the sites that will be visited, including the relevant animals, plants, and historical information. Accommodating Tourists and guest Know their names and try to remember them. It would be nice to learn to speak few words in the tourists language: e.g. Russian for thank you or good morning. Information and safety Check the weather conditions of the locality. Always be prepared: pack a first aid kit and carry contact numbers and addresses in case of emergency. Double check all equipment or gadgetsneeded during the tour. Check the vehicles used during the tour and make sure any drivers or boat captains are informed of starting times and destinations. Protection and Conservation of the guides must remember the Tour Environment environmental laws and basic rules and practices of protecting and conserving the environment. Tour Guide Carry and practice all the trainings on being an effective tour guide. Good grooming is important Make a checklist of what you need to do and bring before the tour.
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Accommodating guests Tourists and Remember to smile, relax and also have fun. Always make sure that the tourists are also relaxed and enjoying their tour. Before the tourists start their activities (e.g. hiking, swimming, trekking, etc) make sure that their equipment and gadgets are working. For the tourist to be safe at all times, the tour guide needs to explain the what they can and cannot do For tourists that are beginners in, for example, swimming in open sea or hiking in rocky terrain, it is best that the tour guide joins the tourists closely. Tour guides can encourage tourists in the conservation and protection of the areas they visited. Before proceeding to the area, explain the rules and regulations related toprotection of the environment. What they can do, where they should only stay, what they cannot do, and more Make sure to bring proper waste bags for the tourist and ensure that the area is clean before leaving the site.
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Protection and Conservation of the Environment
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Accommodating Tourists and guest Always ask for feedback. Ask the tourists if they had fun and learned something from the trip. Ask them if the need help / assistance to tour in other areas. Before the tourists leave, check that they have not left any of their belongings behind. In case of emergency, bring the patient to the nearest clinic for proper treatment. Self-improvement is always good. Learn and assess your trip, and improve from it. Rest and prepare for the next trip.
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Skills to be an effective Tour Guide The second important training to be an effective tour guide is to learn the basic skills in communication and customer service. This section presents principles and techniques on communication and customer service. As part of promoting the ecotourism in Busuanga, cultural knowledge and information will be used as part of the skills training.
Communication Skills An effective tour guide must be able to learn basic communication skills. One of the important skills that tour guide needs to learn to develop and also be confident about is proper communication. Here are some basic communication techniques to remember and practice. 1. Voice and Language It is important to always keep in mind that when you communicate your voice is clear and your thoughts are clear. It takes practice to talk and conduct orientations when you are in an outdoor area. Of course, foreign guests/visitors would appreciate it if you can talk in their native language. As a priority, you may want to learn and be confident in speaking in English. *Check activity sheets for drills and exercise for this section
2. Body language There are various body languages which state your mood or behaviour. For example: slouching (not sitting properly) may signify boredom or physical pain. Here are some important tips that can be useful for tour guides: When someone is talking to you, pay close attention by looking at them. Try your best not to look elsewhere. Also, listen carefully. You can write down details if you feel you need to. Smile when you greet or talk to tourists so that they feel welcome and happy Be alert and attentive. If you are travelling with a big group of tourists, make sure you keep an eye on them always. Relax and always stay calm. When you are nervous, it always shows in your voice, shoulder and other uncomfortable body movements. Be approachable. Smile and look at the tourists. This way they also feel welcome, relaxed and open to whatever information you would tell them. Also, try your best not to cross your arms and legs. Sit properly! 36
Improve your communication by using hand gestures. This can help you give a better instruction or sometimes aid you with what you want to say. 3. Remember important details As tour guides there is a lot of information you need to remember when you conduct the tours. Try to find ways to make your learning fun and easy. You can do the following: Write down important details Write down names (of tourists/guests) so you can call the tourist or acknowledge them properly Visual aids (pictures, drawing, or objects that can represent what you want to share and remember). 4. Pointers on how to improve communication There are many ways to improve your communication skills. As a beginner as tour guide, here are some helpful methods you can practice. Say what you mean, just say the message Make sure that your message is understood. You can ask them to repeat what you said, or you can ask them if they have questions Familiarization of the surroundings, people, culture can help develop self confidence Never assume. Always say what they need to know. Ask questions. Practise!
Behaviour and Mannerism Another important technique in basic communication is learning the right behaviour and mannerism. Here are some techniques that tour guides can use, develop and practice. 1. Confidence Building self-confidence begins with you. Thoughts like: you are happy about yourself, you are proud to be a tour guide, or you know you are helping create a warm and friendly environment in Busuanga and is proud of it are some ways to be confident. Of course, to be a confident as tour guides, one needs to practise and study. Knowing everything about the tour may help you do a good job which can build your confidence more. 2. Customer service skills As tour guides, the important customer service skill one needs to practice is listening and observing others (sensitivity to needs). Given all the tips on confidence building, communication skills and 37
others, listening and observing others (sensitivity to needs) to others is another important skill that is needed to be an effective tour guide. These two skills are best learned through constant practice. Knowing what the tourist wants to learn, where to go, what they need and others comes from listening properly to their questions and observing what they need in a given time and place.
3. Grooming Grooming means that tour guides are wearing proper attire and are well groomed (e.g. hair is brushed away from the face, clean hands and feet and others). It might be helpful if tour guides bring extra shirts and shorts especially when the tour will take the whole day.
Sharing traditional knowledge and skills about Busuanga Included in becoming an effective tour guide is to share ones traditional knowledge and skills. Tour guides can share their skills and traditional knowledge at any time (before, during and after the tour). However, it is important to remember that tour guides share their traditional knowledge and skills not only because they want to share some information about their surroundings, but also, they are creating awareness on responsible ecotourism and environment conservation.
Skills Briefing: Diving and Snorkelling Busuanga has many diving and snorkelling spots that tourists love. Before the tourist begin their diving or snorkeling, tour guide should do the following to ensure the tourists safety, well-being and appreciation of the tour sites.
Diving: Swimming and exploring under water Snorkelling: Swim using a snorkel
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1. Tour guides should give a brief orientation of the diving or snorkelling spot. The tourists will be provided with the following information: a. Name of the dive spot or snorkel spot b. Brief description of the site. Here tour guide can explain what they will expect to see under water (reefs, kinds of fishes, depth of water, others). This way, the tourist will be informed about the conditions underwater so they can be prepared for it. c. Rules on dos and donts should be carefully enumerated to the tourists. They must follow these rules as their contribution and responsibility in the protection and conservation of the reefs and other marine species. Any tourist breaking these rules should first be warned, but if they continue to ignore these rules they must be prohibited from snorkelling or diving for their own safety and the wellbeing of the underwater environment. 2. Tour guides will ask touristsif they have any questions and other concerns that need to be addressed before going in the water. When there is none, the tourist will be assisted to put on their diving or snorkel gear. 3. Tourists should be reminded again about the rules, paired up with a buddy and guided where to enter and exit the water from the boat. 4. In cases where the divers or snorkelers are beginners, they must be assisted properly to enter the water. For snorkelers, some tour boats provide ropes that can guide snorkelers where to swim around and view the reefs and marine species. Beginner divers should always be accompanied by a certified divemaster or instructor and maximum depth limits should be observed. 5. Before leaving the area, make sure that all tourists are back on the boat.
Rules for Divers and snorkellers All tourists are responsible in the conservation and protection of all marine species. Here are the rules that should be applied and followed. Divers and snorkelers cannot: touch or provoke any marine species or organism including corals stand on any reefs. In cases where there is underwater current, divers can only use their fingertips. collect, take samples, remove any organisms or species. What they see underwater, stays underwater. kick the sand because it can harm the reefs 39
spearfish First time snorkelers should be trained first to snorkel in shallow areas and given the option to wear life vests Divers should not: hold their breath at any time dive beyond their ability. Stay in their comfort zone. Also, make sure that the equipment or dive gearis properly secure to avoid bumping and dragging over the reefs. Lastly, as a responsible tourist, always make sure that the place is clean. Bring extra waste bags for garbage disposal. Take nothing but photos, leave nothing but bubbles
Lastly, tour guides must keep in mind the following: Find a good shoreline where to pick up and drop off tourists Remind and encourage boat operators to also practise conservation of marine species. For example: boat operators cannot use anchors to areas where there are reefs or marine vegetation. Encourage proper waste disposal. Encourage all (tourists, boat operators_) to clean up before leaving the area.
Guidelines for land tours Busuanga has various land and coastal tour sites, such as: wildlife safaris, freshwater falls, white sand beaches and an old naval base. Therefore Eco Tour Guides should do the following to ensure tourists safety, well-being and appreciation of the tour sites. 1. Tour guides must gather the tourists and give them a brief orientation about the place that they will visit including: a. Name of the tour site b. Brief description (historical facts, what they will see such as plants and animals). c. Rules on dos and donts will be enumerated to the tourists carefully. They need to follow these rules as their contribution and responsibility in the protection and conservation of the natural resources. 40
2. Tour guides will ask the tourist for questions and other concerns. Since this is a land travel, tour guides would request the tourist to do the following: a. Bring medication in case of emergency b. Bring extra shirt, bottle of water, sun protection, insect protection c. Wear proper footwear especially for the wildlife visit d. Reminded to be a responsible tourist. Do not litter. 3. Once ready, the tour guide will escort the tourist to the vehicle and would join them all the way to the tour sites.
Rules in Freshwater Falls Tours to view waterfalls often require a bit of trekking. Tour guides should remind and brief tourists ahead of time especially if the walk is long and difficult. In addition, here are some rules to follow: Always watch your step. Steps towards the waterfalls are often slippery or sharp. Never jump or dive from the falls, the water may be too shallow and result in serious injuries. If you cannot swim, make sure to stay on shallow areas. Always trek and swim in pairs so you can call for help in case of emergency.
Rules in Historical Places Visiting ruins and historical places is always fun. Tour guides are especially effective in for these tours because they can share unique historical and traditional knowledge. Some rules to ensure a fun, educational and safe tour: Do not touch anything. Do not take anything home. What stays in the ruins should remain there. Always make sure the tourists stayclose by, or stay in pairs and inform the tour guide of their plans.
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Make sure to go as a group especially for first time visitors. Do not panic. Stay calm. Running away can attract animals and may create more danger.
Activity: Rumour Clinic Purpose: To practice the communication skills and techniques explained in the course session Also to train the trainees to learn to remember details which are important for tour guides when describing a place or a species. Material: Phrases of words Procedure: 1. The trainees will be divided into groups of 5-6 people. 2. The group will be guided to choose amongst themselves who would be the first to receive the message, and the last member of the group to receive the message. 3. Once finished, the last member would have to write on the board the message that he/she received. 4. The output will be processed and discussed in the plenary
Time frame:25 30 minutes Receiver/transfer of message: 3 minutes Process and discussion: 5-10 minutes
Participants form lines as they conduct the rumor clinic.
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Exercise: Sample Word Drill Some useful words tour guides can use.
Description Greeting (Pagbati) English Good Morning Good Afternoon Good Evening Form of introducing self My name is to another person I am (Pagpapakilala) Thank you How much Questions When (Panimulangpagtatanong) Where What How Why Asking questions Do you like to go to (Paraanngpagtatanong) How much is . How far is . Forms of Feeling Happy Ibatibanguringemosyon) Sad Hungry Tired Angry Sleepy Excited Tagalog MagandangUmaga MagandangHapon Magandang Gabi Angpangalanko ay Akosi / ako ay Salamat Magkano Kailan Saan Ano Paano Bakit Gusto mobapumuntasa Magkanopo Gaano pokalayoang . Masaya Malungkot Gutom Pagod Galit Inaantok Matindingpagkasaya
Busuanga hosts a healthy number of foreign nationals who are willing and able to provide realistic role play simulations for training purposes.
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Activity: Sharing Traditional Knowledge Purpose: To practise conversing and sharing traditional knowledge that can be used during their tours as tour guide; and to practise listening skills Material Paper and pen Anyobjectsas required for the exercise Rules: The group cannot repeat what was discussed Procedure: 1. The trainees will be formed into groups 2. They will discuss as a group and list down as much of the traditional knowledge they can recall. 3. Once finished, they are given time to prepare and explain what they have written down. They can look for materials around (if necessary) to make the exercise fun 4. The group will discuss one aspect of traditional knowledge each round 5. The trainer will process all discussions at the end of the exercise.
Time Frame: 20 minutes Group discussion and preparation: 10 minutes Group sharing: 10 minutes
In all barangays, unique cultural traditions and practices should also be considered for inclusion in any ecotour activity.
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Activity: Tour Guide Communication Skills Purpose: To practise the trainees communication skills for being a tour guide Materials Any objects useful for the exercise Theme: Tour guide for snorkelers Tour guide for divers Tour guide for visitor who wants to visit the naval site Tour guide for visitor who wants to swim in the freshwater falls
Procedure 1. The trainees will be divided into four groups 2. Each group will pick a theme. 3. They will prepare themselves as tour guides including how to take care, guide and assist visitors to go and see the sites 4. They can use objects they may find around to make it fun 5. Each group will present. 6. Trainer will assess the group based on the following: a. What was done, what was not done b. What could have been done c. Best practices shown during the exercise
Time Frame: 45 - 60 minutes Group Preparation: 5-10 minutes Group Presentation: 35- 40 minutes (8- 10 minutes per group) Assessment /Discussion: 5 10 minutes
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Activity: Tour Guideroleplay Purpose: To practise the trainees communication skills and roles as a tour guide
Roles per Group: Eco Tour Guide Tourist (Filipino) Tourist (Foreign non English speaking) Tourist (Foreign English speaking with bad temper)
Procedure 1. 2. 3. 4.
The trainees will be divided into groups Each group will pick their roles. The Eco Tour Guides will be prompted by the trainers regarding their roles. The group will be given the chance to go around the venue for their role play. Once finished, the group will gather to share their experiences, process and assess the activity.
Time frame:35 - 40 minutes Group Preparation: 3 minutes Role Play exercise: 10 minutes Assessment /Discussion: 15 20 minutes
Eco-Tour Guide simulation exercises are the nearest thing participants can get to an actual tour and provide vital experience which they can further improve on.
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Tour Sites in Busuanga
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Tour Sites in Busuanga
Introduction This chapter will help the trainees learn about the tourist attractions ofBusuanga. There are tenprincipal sites discussed in this chapter. These attractions offer different outdoor and nature experiences. It is important that the trainees know these tour sites attractions very well to help them prepare as tour guides. This chapter will also provide important facts and information such as: where the attraction is located, the best way to go there, what to see and find, and other information.
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Calauit Island
Background Calauit Island is located on the Northwestern coast of Busuanga. The 4,000 hectare island shelters the exotic and endemic species from Africa alongside indigenous species of Palawan. The area grows fruit trees and produces rice. The island includes 18 kmof coastline and along and about 9 km of reef as well as extensive seagrass beds.
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Calauit Wildlife Safari Park In 1976, the island was declared as a game preserve and wildlife sanctuary for endemic and exotic animals that came from Kenya. The Philippine Government supported the appeal of the International Union of Conservation Nature (IUCN) to save these endangered animals. In order to protect the animals in the sanctuary, the visitor should follow the Visitor Conduct Code as mentioned in the National Integrated Protected Areas Act and Strategic Environmental Plan (SEP) for Palawan. In 1997, the island sheltered 104 animals which are composed of 8 different African animal species. The lists composed of:
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Species Giraffes Zebra Eland Water bucks Bush bucks No. of Heads 22 38 25 23 7
How to go to the Island There are various ways to reach the island: 1. There is a direct plane route from Manila to Busuanga. From Busuanga, half an hour minutes by jeepneyride to DecalasiaoWharf . 2. From Coron, via jeepney ride it is about 56 km to Decalasiao Wharf. 3. Then, from Decalasiao Wharf, another three hours by pumpboat to Calauit. Time to visit Advisable time to visit: 5 AM to 7 AM. No regular boat trip hire is available.
Fees Boat Fee: P400/head Entrance Fee: Foreign Tourist: P400/head Filipino Tourist: P 200/head Truck Fee: P 1000/group Camping Fee: P350/7persons maximum P50/head in excess
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Black Island
Background The island is located near Barangay Panlaitan and is also known as Malajom Island. The small island is surrounded by clear blue waters with rich marine biodiversity (different species of fishes, coral reefs, seagrass).
Site Attractions The island has three small caves and natural mini-pools. Inside the caves you will see about 50m black rocks and hieroglyphics in Spanish. The island has a coral garden and sloping reef that has many coral varieties. Black Island is good for diving to see the coral reefs and dive wrecks. The island has two shipwrecks in front of Boya. First: 25mdeep is NanshinMaru Japanese oil tanker which is 75.80 meters long. The second shipwreck tried to salvage the NanshinMaru in September 1963".
How to get there About 3 to 5 hours boat ride if you are coming from the west side of Busuanga About 30-40 minutes boat ride from Barangay SalvacionPutod.
Fees Visitors are to pay P150/head/day visit. Overnight is P350/head/night.
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Calambuyan Island
Background The island is about 10 hectares. It is located in Barangay Concepcion.
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Site Attractions The island has white sand beach with rich marine life. The island is also great for diving, swimming and snorkelling.
How to go there: Land trip (by bus or jeepneys) from Barangay Salvacionis possible to reach barangay Concepcion. Then a 20-30 minute pumpboatride from Barangay Concepcion Pantalan(dock) to reach the island.
Fees Visitors are to pay P150/head/day visit. Cottage fee overnight is P300/head
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Dibutunai Island
Background The island is located near barangay Panlaitan.
Site Attractions The island is known to have a white sandy beach with abundant marine life. The island is best for swimming, scuba diving, sun bathing and snorkeling.
Fees No fees mentioned
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North and South Cay
Background This tour site is near Barangay Panlaitan. North and South Cay is in Sangat Island
Site Attraction The island has white sand beach and rich marine life. Tourists can swim and dive. There is also a hotel where tourists can stay overnight and explore the entire island. The area is naturally rich with land and marine resources. Tourist can do the following: swim, hike, snorkel, and island hopping. Tourist can stay and rest at the cottage in North and South Cay.
Cost North Cay: cottage costs is P700/head/day South Cay: camping costsisP300/head/day
How to get there: Take a pump boat from Barangay Concepcion boat dock. It will take 20 to 35 minutes to reach the Island.
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Chinibayan Falls
Background The site is located in Barangay New Busuanga. The huge falls host endemic species of frogs. It is located in the heart of the forest in the mountains of New Busuanga.
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How to get there It is a 30 to 40 minute bus ride from Barangay Salvacion toNew Busuanga. From there, take another motor bike ride all the way to the gates of the Pasteur ranches. Moderate to difficult trekking is needed to enter the forest and reach the falls. The waterfalls is clear and surrounded by primary trees such as Malasantol, Narra, others.
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Ocam-Ocam Beach
Background The beach is located in Barangay New Busuanga. The beach is known to have a long stretch of shoreline of white sand beach. Backpackers often visit this tour site to stay and explore and see the rich coastal species and marine life. The area is also an alternative route to get to theCalauit Safari. Site Attractions The beach offers a variety of activities to do. Tourists can hike along the trails. Snorkeling and swimming is also best enjoyed here. The beach has a resort that tourists can stay to go around the area. How to go there: A special ride from New Busuanga to Ocam-Ocam beach can be arranged and may cost about P150.
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Pamalican Island
Background The island is located in Barangay Panlaitan. The island is about 50 hectares. The island is surrounded by rich marine life and has white sand beaches.
Site Attractions The island hosts abundant marine life and coral reefs, perfect for snorkelling and diving. Surfing is possible when the weather is good. The island is best for camping and snorkeling.
How to go there A boat ride of 30-40 minutes from Barangay Salvacion to the island is possible.
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Fees Visitors are to pay P150/head/day visit. Overnight stay is P300/head/night.
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Concepcion Wrecks
Background The shipwrecks of Busuanga Island are Japanese World War II warships lying at between 5-40 m. TheTaieiMaru located off Barangay Conception is about 160m long and weighed about 10,000 tons. Location The wreck is located near Barangay Concepcion Depth The wreck lies at 26 m Cost Diving costs range from P1700 to P 2700 for single dive. How to get there: Take a pump boat from Concepcion boat dock, it takes 15-20 minutes to reach the dive spot.
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Tantangen Island
Background and site attractions The island is located infront of the boat dock in Barangay Concepcion. Tantangen Island is blessed with a wide forest (about half kilometre) of mangroves. On the other side, the island is surrounded by rich corals and abundant marine life.The coral reefs surrounding the island are within a marine protected area (MPA). Thus tour groups must inform the Municipal Agriculture Office (MAO) before entering the MPA to snorkel or dive.
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Introduction
Busuangas environment and natural resources is unique and abundant. This is one of the reasons why it is one of the most famous tourist destinations in the country, especially in Palawan Province. Now, Busuanga is becoming more acknowledged internationally because of the natural wonders of the place. Also, many tourists visit every year which helps create better economic livelihood opportunities to the community. On the other hand, degradation and overexploitation of natural resources and the environment becomes a concern. As explained in the previous chapter, one of the negative effects of eco-tourism is environment degradation and uncontrolled development that may lead to environmental damage. As a resident, one should act as a responsible community member to help protect the environment of Busuanga.
As a review, one of the roles and responsibility of a tour guide is to promote and advocate responsible tourism. This chapter aims to educate the trainees on the importance of conservation and protection of the environment. This chapter presents how to best conserve and protect the environment and natural resources to achieve sustainable ecotourism.
Busuanga: Development Plan for Sustainable Tourism One of the significant milestones of the Philippine Government is the Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP). The objective of this plan is mainly focused on the economic sustainable development of each region or province. In order to decentralize the implementation of this plan the Local Government Code of 1991 (Republic Act No. 7160) was signed and passed by the Philippine Congress. Through this, the local government was given the authority to implement the strategic development plans for economic and sustainable development and one of these is tourism.
Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP): CDP was developed by the Department of the Interior and Local Government Unit (DILG) for local government units to prepare and implement a comprehensive multi-sectoral development plan through its local development council and sanggunian. -DILG Reports
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One componentof the implementation of the CDP was the effort to promote the 1991 Philippine Tourism Master Plan (TMP). TMP enumerates the regions and local areas that are included in this strategic development plan. Busuanga, under Northern Palawan, is proposed to be a part of the sustainable tourism plan. As tour guides and residents of Busuanga, it is important to know that most areas in Busuanga are categorized as: Primary Tourism Development Areas, New Tourist Development Areas and Medium to Long Term Tourism Development Areas. Here are the local areas for development:
Tourism Development Areas (TDA) Category Primary Tourism Development Areas New Tourism Development Areas Medium to Long Term Tourism Development Areas
TDA Area TDA 2: Bintuan Concepcion Area TDA 3: Calauit Island Area TDA 5: Old Busuanga Salvacion Area TDA 7: Buluang Area
In fact, Northern Palawan (especially Busuanga) benefited from this plan. The continuous influx of tourists every year, the revenue generated and economic opportunities suggest that the economic development plan is a success. Therefore, ecotourism will be one of the important aspects in the socioeconomic development of Busuanga.
Laws and Policies addressing the protection and sustainable environment Laws and policies are important in the protection and conservation of the environment. They act as a guard protecting from over consumption and degradation. As a resident, consumer and Eco Tour Guide, it is important to know how to care for our environment. Also, it is important to know what laws can apply in the community. One way to advocate responsible ecotourism is to know the laws and policies that can help a community protect and nurture their environment. All members of the community in Busuanga should not only realize the preciousness of their surroundings and environment but also, have the commitment and responsibility to also respect and protect their environment. Here are some laws applicable to the community which would be helpful in advocating responsible ecotourism.
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Memorandum Circular No. 2003 Harmonizing the implementation of the Indigenous Peoples Rights Act (IPRA) and Environment and Natural Resources (ENR) Laws and Policies Main Objective: A state policy that ensures the protection and advanced the right of the people to live in a balance and healthy ecology in accord with the rhythm and harmony of nature as well as to protect the rights of indigenous cultural communities to their ancestral lands to ensure their economic, social and cultural well-being.
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Joint DENR-DOT Memorandum Circular No. 98-02 Guidelines Ecotourism Development in the Philippines Main Objective: A state policy that ensures sustainable use, development, management, protection and conservation of the countrys environment and natural resources and cultural heritage for the enjoyment of the present and future generations.
Understanding the Effects of Ecotourism Ecotourism in Protected Areas Protected areas are governed by laws and regulations which support the protection of natural resources, species and the environment. Some of these areas may generate income that can be used to maintain and patrol the area. Ecotourism in Coastal and Marine areas In areas such as Busuanga, coastal and marine areas are important to the local community for two reasons: (1) a tourist attraction, which generates revenues; and (2) where communities grow and extract their basic resources for survival. Overuse can become one of the problems and concerns for island areas. Some of the effects that tour guides and residents should be aware of include: 1. Mariculture in coastal and marine areas causes problem because it competes with and sometimes damages the natural inhabitants, e.g. the culture of oysters for export of raw materials and jewellery.
Mariculture: - a specialized branch of aquaculture that involves the cultivation of marine organism for food and other products in an enclosed space in an open sea. Turbidity: - is a cloudiness of a fluid
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2. Degradation of mangroves (caused by consumption by nearby residents for fuel and housing) results in increased freshwater run-off including mud from terrestrial areasand can cause turbidity in the sea water and negative effects on the balance of the ecosystem.
Ecotourism (in Land and Coastal Areas) If not properly managed, ecotourism can affect the entire balance of ecosystems in land and coastal environment. Some of the impacts include: beach erosion, waste/sewage outfall, water and land pollution. Also, the increasing population of tourists and immigrants can createmore and more damage and destruction if unmitigated.
Ways to Protect and Conserve Busuangas Environment and Natural Resources There are many ways to protect and nurture the environment. Some of these methods are based on traditional knowledge. Before proceeding to the ways and methods for conservation and protection of the environment, here are some pointers that should be remembered and practiced.
Attitude and Behaviour 1. Respect and Gratitude We, as human beings owe the environment our survival. Everything we need came from the environment. It feeds, shelters, and helps us to survive. Now, being tour guides, you are given the opportunity to have a safe, fun and economic livelihood. Embrace it. Never forget to respect the environment. Respect is manifested on how a person takes care of his/her surroundings (e.g. not wasting any food, material, electricity or other raw materials). 2. Commitment As guardians of the environment, commitment is important. It is an important foundation to be able to pursue and implement the policies, laws or regulations to achieve effective conservation and protection of the environment. Commitment and obligation is different. Here, commitment to responsible tourism comes from ones understanding that it just has to be done, while obligations are a form of duty. When a person decides to have something important for themselves and their family, the commitment is always there to make things happen. Remember, as tour guides, the commitment to be guardians is important. It requires patience, dedication and willingness to be responsible at all times.
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3. Discipline The basic foundation of a well nurtured environment comes from the discipline of the people living within it. As tour guides, discipline must be rooted. It means in anything that you do, take into consideration the effect of your action. For example: Make sure that for every tour, your first aid kit is complete and ready. Sometimes, this needs dedication and discipline to always check before you book a tour. Otherwise, lack of discipline to constantly check may cause you more problems and leave the tourist unhappy. Concrete ways to protect and conserve the environment and natural resources 1. Land and natural resources Guided tours There are occasions when tourists would want to go by themselves to experience the nature and wonders of the tour sites. As Eco Tour Guides, it is best that they are always encouraged to travel and go with a tour guide. This helps tour guides to make sure that the tour sites are clean, species are unharmed, and relevant rules are implemented. Signage Putting up signs can help create awareness in many ways. Some ideas are: protected areas, no littering, keep your distance from the animals. 2. Costal and Marine Guided tours Guided tours are important for coastal and marine adventures. Both tourists and tour guides have the opportunity to see the wonders of the environment especially endangered marine species (e.g. dugong, fishes and coral reefs). Tour guides can share their knowledge to tourists advocating the importance of caring for these animals and wider ecosystems. Proper areas for ecotourism and mariculture Some tour guides are familiar with marine production for food and consumption and areas for tour visits. As a guide, it is important to know and learn how to balance the coexistence of food production and coastal and marine wildlife without endangering and destroying them.
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Community and Surroundings Waste management and segregation In any developing community, waste management is an essential means to protect and respect the environment. This method is practical and doable but needs to be implemented. 63
As an Eco Tour Guide, you should encourage establishments or tour sites to place trash bags or cans for waste disposal for tourists. It is best if the wastes are also segregated into: 1 -Biodegradable: food, paper 2 - Non-bio degradable: bottles, plastics, cans, wax wrappers, and more Cleanliness Make sure that Eco Tour Guides always remind tourists to clean up before they leave the tour sites and take all trash home with them. At the same time, tour guides should also be in charge of taking care of the cleanliness of their surroundings. This is not only pleasing to the tourist but it creates a good environment for the whole community to live in. Recycling Recycling materials promotes environmental sustainability and is actually more practical and economical. Some ideas on recycling include: - Plastic bottles can be used as flower pots and decors - Bottles can be used to store drinking water, or container for fluids, etc.
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Community organization for conservation and protection Awareness and disseminate information It is important to always keep learning new ideas and information to strengthen your role as Eco Tour Guides. It will build your confidence, sense of fulfilment and dedication to be a better tour guide. Involvement of youth and women in the advocacy campaign Active participation of youth and women has more power and strength especially during cases where it needs local governments attention to address local issues and concerns. Network for environment protection As tour guides, having an organized community would lessen the burden of checking where tourists go and anynegative impacts during tourists visits. An organized community can have an office where tourists can register and receive proper information, guidance before they start exploring the area. Also, an organized community can tap into other sectors, creating a network that would altogether be responsible for the nurturing and protection of the environment.
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Fees and costs for conservation of marine, coastal and natural resources A percentage of Eco Tour Guides fees can be contributed to provide more materials, trainingto support the protection of the environment and ultimately the Eco Tour Guides livelihoods. It can also support advocacy and campaigns related to environment. Activity: Threats in the Environment Purpose: For trainees to think of ways that communities can harm the environment, specifically wetland areas Topic: Based on the environmental review activity, the trainees will discuss the current conditions of the wetland and its ecosystem in their respective barangays. Procedure: 1. The trainees will be divided into groups. As a group, they will choose a specific issue/ concern that is common to the group 2. The group will list down their common issues. 3. The group will share their best practices on how to solve their issues. 4. Once finished, the groups will gather together to share their outputs in the plenary.
Time frame: 30 35 minutes Group work and preparation: 10 - 15 minutes Plenary and discussion: 20 minutes
Participants brainstorm on threats to their local environment.
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Activity: Vision and Goal Setting Purpose To help the trainees have a mindset of positive development for their community. To have a basis for the activities in their Planning and Monitoring workshop Materials Manila Paper Markers/pens Magazines Scissors/glue Topic: How do you envision your community 10 years from now?
Procedure: 1. The trainees will be divided into groups 2. Each group (by their respective barangay) will discuss and draw their vision of their barangay 10 years from now. 3. Once finish, the groups will gather together presenting their work in the plenary.
Time frame:1 hour Group work and preparation: 40 to 45 minutes Plenary and discussion: 20 minutes
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Activity: Planning and Monitoring Purpose To help the trainees have a mindset of positive development for their community. To have a basis for the activities in their Planning and Monitoring workshop Materials Manila Paper Markers/pens Magazines Scissors/glue Topic: What issues and objectives which can be prioritize to help improve the trainees respective barangay three years from now? Procedure: 1. The trainees will be divided into groups 2. Each group (by their respective barangay) will discuss and plan their work plan / action plan for their barangay three years from now. 3. Once finished, the groups will gather together presenting their work in the plenary.
Work Plan Template
Example
Issues/Concern Objective Waste management Time frame Proper Awareness March waste Campaign segregation on waste August for each segregation 2013 barangay Activities Resources Needed Signage, trashcans, leaflets Fund Source Local government Person/Group Responsible Local government on health, tour guides , barangay council for health
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Note: The trainees will also present these outputs together with their Eco Tour Guide Code to the barangay council at the end of the training. The outputs will be turned over to their local council to help the trainees implement their activities.
Time frame:2 hour Group work and preparation: 1.5 hours Plenary and discussion: 30 minutes
An eco-tour guide presents a proposed Eco-Tour Guide Code to local authorities.
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Health and Safety
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Introduction This manual has provided a variety of ways, techniques and information on how to be a good and responsible tour guide. Health and safety measures are just as, if not more important. These procedures ensure the safety and welfare of a group of tourists. A responsible tour guide needs to learn some basic safety measures that will help you act decisively and not panic during emergency cases.
Pointers for Health and Safety 1. Learn and Study As tour guides, it is important that you continuously learn new safety procedures. This can prepare you when dealing with a new emergency situation. Group discussions and sharing with co-tour guides can help you learn more techniques in first aid and life saving. 2. Practice Practice makes perfect. During your free time or whenever possible, try to practice some techniques you learn. Drills and practice can help you to =perform the lifesaving procedures and get positive results in real-life situations. 3. Think ahead, prepare ahead Think ahead of the situation to make sure that you are prepared for any emergency that may arise. You should carry a first aid kit, rope, extra life vests and others as necessary. Think of what emergency situations may arise before leading a group of tourists. 4. Dont panic. Remain calm at all times. This can help you think of what you need to do during times of emergency. Always carry with you emergency contact numbers so you can easily summon expert help and advice in an emergency.
Basic Skills for Health and Safety 1. Situations on Land. Here are some common situations encountered during visits to waterfalls, wildlife or trekking and hiking:
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Condition Snake bites
Procedure 1. Keep the patient calm and still. Restrict any body movement. Make sure that the bitten area is below the heart level to reduce the venom. 2. Clear any clothing in the bitten area. 3. When the patient is stable, evacuate the victim immediately. 4. Monitor the persons vital signs (temperature, pulse, rate of breathing, and blood pressure). Watch for any signs of shock (sweating, clammy skin, or shallow breathing), since the fear of having been bitten is often more dangerous than the bite. 5. Attempt to identify the snake for medical treatment. 1. Check the condition of the victims fracture. Best is not to move the victim. 2. Find any flat and sturdy object to be used as a splint. 3. Make sure the fractured area is stable before applying the splint. 4. Use any cloth or bandageto wrap the fractured leg. For a broken leg, supporters on each side of the leg are best. Make sure not to put any pressure on the injury while doing this. 5. Call for help.
Medical measures (if needed) Make sure the patient goes to a nearby clinic as soon as possible.
Broken leg or fracture
Evacuatethe patient to the nearest hospital
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Condition
Procedure
Asthma
1. Best is to take all precautions. The tourist should know what can trigger their allergy to prevent any serious attacks. 2. In case the victim begins to have an asthma attack, remove the person from contact with the allergen (if you suspect the allergen is something in the air or on the skin). Sometimes moving a few yards away is enough to help with recovery. 3. Keep the person calm and sitting upright. 4. Assist the person in using his or her inhaler. The medication should be inhaled deep into the lungs. 5. Coach the person to breathe steadily with pursed lips (puckered or "fish" lips), especially on the exhale. Breathe with the person, helping them focus on you.
Medical measures (if needed) The victim must always bringtheir own medication. The patient should be checked at a nearby clinic as soon as possible.
When out doing water-based activities, the use of life vests is a vital health and safety practice.
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2. Situations on Water. Here are some common situations encountered during snorkelling, diving, swimming or island hopping.
Condition Drowning Procedure 1. If the patient is unconscious, wear a floating device (if available) before you go and rescue the victim. It is important that both of you stay safe. Also, you can tie a rope around the patient to pull her/him off the water. 2. If you have company, make them call for help. 3. If the patient is conscious, reach the victim with something sturdy and long enough to pull the victim towards you. 4. If the patient is unconscious and has been pulled out of the water, check first the breathing. Check the pulse for 10 seconds. If none, start CPR(Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation) if you have been trained in first aid. 1. Always stay safe. Before swimming, make sure to wear personal protective equipment (wetsuit) 2. Wash the tentacles off using hot water. Use salt water for best results. (Fresh water may worsen the stinging pain) 3. Remove the tentacles using safety equipment (gloves, tweezers, others). Make sure you dont leave the tentacles on your body. Medical measures (if needed) Even if the patient seems fine it is possible that water has entered the lungs To be sure, this patient should be brought to the nearest clinic for checkup.
Jellyfish Sting
Leg cramp
1. If the patient is conscious and is on water, do the same procedure when rescuing a conscious drowning victim. 2. Throw the victim a rope or any object. Make sure the patient is
Vinegar can help remove the sting Urine does not always work for stings Inform the patient to check herself for health ailments: chest pain, weakness. If the patient feels these, he/she should go to the nearest clinic Rubbing the sand on the skin to remove the tentacles from the skin and then honey is applied to cool down the burning sensation. Stretch and massage the muscle right away. Once out of the water. Slowly flex the cramped leg and begin massaging the affected area.
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Activity: Natures First Aid Purpose: To allow the trainees to use their traditional knowledge for safety measures, and to share their knowledge to trainees
Materials: Any object the trainees find useful
Categories: Rule: the groups cannot repeat the same procedure drowning, jelly fish bite infection in the forest snake encounter broken leg
Procedures: 1. Divide the trainees into groups. 2. The first group will pick a category. They are given 1 minute to prepare 3. The group will demonstrate how to apply their traditional knowledge in saving a patients life. They can use the resources around. 4. Trainer will process the activity. Once finished, the first group can pick another group. 5. From the same category, they will demonstrate other traditional knowledge applicable to save a patients life. 6. If all procedures have been done, another group can start another category. 7. Repeat the same process. 8. At the end, trainer will summarize and process the activity.
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Introduction One of the biggest challenges for economic development in a rural community is sustainability. Development of a community through capacity building, education, and implementation of development projects is only one side of a development. However, these activities can only be sustained in the long term if the community is able to organize itself to continue such activities. Community cooperatives are one way that a community may organize its ecotourism activities. The Municipality of Busuanga is known for its ecotourism, which brings in much-needed revenue at the barangay level. Although there are establishments and small scale enterprises, many organizations still need to be strengthened. This is one of the purposes of organizing and registering as a cooperative.
Definition of Cooperative A cooperative is an autonomous and duly registered association of persons, with a common bond of interest, who have voluntarily joined together to achieve their social, economic and cultural needs and aspirations by making equitable contributions to the capital required, patronizing their products and services and accepting a fair share of risks and benefits of the undertaking in accordance with the universally accepted cooperative principles. Source: Cooperative Code of the Philippines, Chapter 1 Art. 2, Sec. 8
Purpose of organizing a Cooperative Here are some essential points why it is important as tour guides to organize and register as a cooperative: Development of tourism facilities and publicity Fair distribution of tourism opportunities among its members Standardization of fees and tours Skills development of members through trainings and capacity building Organization of environmental and awareness-raising events Access and leverage when dealing with other organizations and authorities Promotion and advancement of the economic, social and educational state of the cooperative members
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Guidelines in the Registration of Primary Cooperative Steps and procedures the Eco Tour Guides would need to establish their cooperative. 1. Primary Cooperative a. Minimum of fifteen (15) natural persons who are Filipino citizens, of legal age and a common bond of interest; b. Prospective member of primary cooperative must have completed the Pre-Membership Education Seminar (PMES) c. Minimum paid-up capital upon registration is (P15,000.00) for single type; d. Newly organized primary coop may be registered as multipurpose cooperative only after with the minimum requirements for MPC; e. A single-purpose cooperative may transform into a MPC or may transform into a MPC or may create subsidiaries only after at least two (2) years of operations.
Net worth - The amount by which assets exceeds liabilities. Paid up Capital - The amount of a companys capital that has been funded by its shareholders
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Documentary Requirements for Registration a. Cooperative Name Reservation Notice (CNRN) Form b. Articles of Cooperation c. By-laws d. Surety Bonds of Accountable Officers of the Cooperative e. Treasurers Affidavit f. Economic Survey g. Certificate of Pre-Membership Education Seminar (PMES) signed by the cooperative Chairman, as validated by the Authority h. Undertaking to change name i. Undertaking to comply with other requirements prescribed by the other regulatory agency, when applicable j. Favourable endorsement/written verification/authority/pre-feasibility study, if applicable k. All documents should be submitted in 4 copies except for Name Reservation Notice (CNRN 1 copy only) j. Registration fees minimum fare is Php 500.00 or 1/10 of 1% of the Authorized Share Capital. 77
Application for Cooperative: Name Registration The registration cost for the name registration depends on the time frame or days needed to reserve the cooperatives name.
Period 30 days 60 days 90 days Reservation Fee P 100.00 P200.00 P300.00
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General Instruction a. All interim Board of Directors must affix their signatures on the margin of every page thereof except the page where the names and signatures of co-operators are provided; b. All four (4) copies of the articles of cooperation and by-laws shall bear original signatures; c. No photocopy of documents shall be accepted; d. The paper must be 8.5" x 13" or 8.5" x 14" and the font type and size is Bookman Old Style, 12.
Pre-Membership Education Seminar (PMES) - An orientation provided to all prospective members of the coop covering the following topics: o General information about the Cooperative o Concepts about the primary cooperatives
Other Cooperative Information Some information that may be essential in assembling tour guides as a cooperative. 1. Kinds of cooperative membership a. Regular member : entitled to all rights and privileges of membership as stated in the Cooperative Code and coops by law (See Indexes for RA 6938) b. Associate member : no right to vote and be voted upon; limited privileges provided by the cooperatives by laws
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Cooperative Practices Cooperative practices follow a specific guideline which aims to provide an effective cooperative operation. (See indexes for RA 6938) 78
6 Steps to Form a Cooperative 1. Organize members Minimum of 15 members is allowed to register as a cooperative Prepare an economic survey (general statement) A statement that will measure the success of the cooperative Draft the Cooperatives-by-laws This is the by-laws which contains the rules and regulations stating the operation of the cooperation Prepare the Articles of Cooperation These are the mandatory contents of the articles of cooperation. Here are the contents that have to be included: name of the cooperative, (remember to use the word cooperative; the purpose or purposes and scope of business of the cooperative; the term of existence of the cooperative; the area of operation and the postal addresses of the registrant-co-operators; the common bond of membership; the names of the directors who shall manage the cooperative; the amount of share capital; the names and addresses of its contributors, and the type of cooperative, Secure bond of your accountable officers(s), normally the treasurer, or the treasurer and the manager The amount of the bond for the cooperative should be stated. This is decided by the Board of Directors. The bond is based on the initial net worth of the cooperative. The net worth includes: paid-up capital, membership fees, and other assets of the cooperative upon its registration.
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Register your cooperative Make 4 copies of the following: Economic Survey, by laws, and the Articles of Cooperation and Bond of Accountable Officers
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Take note that the Articles of Cooperation must be notarized with the following supporting documents: a. Bonds of the accountable officers (any directors, officer and employee) handling funds, securities or properties on behalf of the cooperative. b. Board of directors determines the amount of bonds required based on the initial net worth which shall include the paid-up capital, membership fees and other assets of the cooperative at the time c. Sworn statement of the treasurer duly notarized showing that at least 25% of the author share capital has been subscribed, and at least 25% of the total subscription has been paid. The paid-up capital must not be less than Php P2,000.00
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Take note that no member can own more than 20% of the subscribed share capital. Each share must not be less than P1,000
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Community Centred Conservation (C3)

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Community Centred Conservation (C3)

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Joann Awayan, Chris Poonian and Rutchelle Solis

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

How to be an Eco Tour Guide

Tour Sites in Busuanga Conservation in Busuanga

Health and Safety

Understanding Cooperatives for Tour Guides

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Time Frame: 15 minutes Writing : 3 to 5 minutes Processing: 10 minutes

A trainee discusses her expectations on the eco-tour course.

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

The Municipality of Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Map of Busuanga Municipality.

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

The Municipality of Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

A participant showcases a copy of her barangays promotional leaflet.

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

How to be an Eco Tour Guide

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

How to be an Eco Tour Guide

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Information and safety

Protection and Conservation of the Environment

Information and safety Tour Guide

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Sustainable Community Ecotourism in Busuanga

Participants form lines as they conduct the rumor clinic.