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Forum on Latin American Forests

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FLICKR ALBUM: FOLAF

The Forum on Latin American Forests (FOLAF) publishes original features, highlights research and develops cross-border networking and information sharing. FOLAF has two key objectives:

1) Improve awareness of forestry issues by publishing original materials and by updating resource guides with links to recommended resources elsewhere on the Web.

2) Improve awareness of the synergies between forestry and tourism. Ecotourism is a 'non-timber product' that can be a complementary asset to forestry.

FLICKR

Arboles de Oaxaca (Oaxaca Trees)
http://www.flickr.com/groups/arbolesdeoaxaca

Forum on Latin American Forests
http://www.flickr.com/groups/folaf

World Trees
http://www.flickr.com/groups/worldtrees

HISTORY

FIRST STAGE -- We received initial financial support from the Department of Environmental Studies at Florida International University and the Ford Foundation in 2003 to expand our Forest Resource Guide and highlight forestry in Mexico. Publications include Forests of Mexico and Who's Who in Mexican Forestry.

To update these resources, we have established a Flickr pool.

SECOND STAGE -- As FOLAF matures, we would also like to host roundtable discussions and provide training for those working to connect forest conservation and tourism.

ABOUT PLANETA.COM

Planeta is the Web's oldest site focusing on ecotourism, conservation and sustainable travel. Debuting in 1994, Planeta's coverage of environmental issues has won numerous accolades. Our Forests Guide has been a popular topic.