What is Eco Tourism

Eco Tourism efforts provide a full range of services including

-Transportation
-Food
-Lodging
-Guiding

and Interpretation that cause minimal damage to the biological and cultural environments and promote a better understanding of the natural and cultural history of an area or region.
Eco Tourism is also designed to meet the needs and aspirations of the current generation without compromising our ability to meet the needs and aspirations of future generations. When well conceived and managed, eco-tourism is non-consumptive and leaves no "foot-print." At its best, eco-tourism assures that tourism dollars are dedicated to protecting natural resources.

Eco Tourism is different from "destination" tourism in that it is based on active learning and continuing education. Indeed, while taking you to a "place", eco tourism provides first hand, experiential opportunities and requires active participation and engagement.

Typical eco-tourism activities include:

-Bird and wildlife watching
-Hiking
-Backpacking
-Nature study
-Photography
-Boating
-Biking
-Camping
-Picnicing