06/03/2026
3/5/2026
The 2nd batch of Community Mapping and Key Informant Interviews (KII) was successfully conducted with the active participation of Barangay Ilian, Barangay Legodon, and Barangay Salumping as part of the ongoing preparation of the Forest Land Use Plan (FLUP) of the Municipality of Esperanza.
This activity was made possible through the strong support and leadership of our Local Chief Executive, Hon. Mayor Junjun Ploteña whose commitment to sustainable forest management and environmental protection continues to guide the municipality’s initiatives.
The activity was conducted in collaboration with the DENR–CENRO, PENRO, MPDO, MENRO - LGU Esperanza, OAS, DAR, MSWD, MEO, Municipal Tourism Office, NCIP and Cave Restoration and Exploration Project (CREP) Inc., whose expertise greatly contributed to the identification and documentation of important natural resources.
Notably, Barangay Legodon and Barangay Salumping revealed the presence of numerous caves with strong potential for eco-tourism development, as well as areas of remaining virgin forest that highlight the importance of conservation and sustainable land management.
These findings will significantly contribute to the formulation of a science-based and community-driven Forest Land Use Plan for the municipality.
The participation and cooperation of the barangay officials, community members, and partner agencies demonstrate a shared commitment to protecting our forests while exploring responsible opportunities for sustainable tourism.
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