Local Government Unit of Lupon and DENR Davao Oriental join in the global celebration of World Wetlands Day (WWD) and National Wetlands Day today in commemoration of the day in 1971 when the Ramsar Convention, an international treaty for the conservation and sustainable use of wetlands, was adopted in Ramsar City, Iran.

This year’s celebration theme is “Wetland Tourism: A Great Experience.” The Department of Environment and Natural Resources and Local Government Unit of Lupon, Davao Oriental by the Honorable Mayor Domingo A. Lim, is conducting a Coastal Clean-up in Barangay Ilangay, Lupon, Davao Oriental to put across the message that “responsible tourism supports wetlands and people” with the participation of the 28th IB PA, Barangay Ilangay Officials and Lupon National Comprehensive high School 4th year students.

As we mark World Wetlands Day 2012 and National Wetlands Day 2012, we should do our part in promoting responsible tourism in our local wetlands and support practices that highlight the cultural value and experience that they offer. CONGRATULATIONS!

Photos by Bobcat