Protecting Biodiversity by Supporting People

Development of the Buffer Zone of Mtirala National Park: Initiation of Sustainable Resource Use Activities

Grantee Name: Association for Nature Protection and Sustainable Use Mta-Bari

Hotspot: Caucasus
Location: Georgia
Amount: $95,000
Dates: Jun 2008 – Jul 2009
Keywords: Buffer zones, Livelihoods, Protected Areas, Tourism

Demonstrate sustainable forest resource management through three models within the buffer zone of Mtirala National Park: a local business center, a valuable plant nursery, and horse-back riding tours. This project is the second phase of the CEPF-supported project ”Promoting Sustainable Forest Management in the Support/Buffer Zone of Mtirala National Park."

Strategic Direction : 3 Implement models demonstrating sustainable resource use in five target corridors

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Development of the Buffer Zone of Mtirala National Park: Initiation of Sustainable Resource Use Activities

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