School Tree Planting Project in Kisoro

 

The mysterious fog that lingers over the ancient trees of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Uganda, is almost as famous as the gorillas that call the forest home.  So when the myst began to fade community members immediately took notice. Due to deforestation and erosion, the residents responded by planting more trees, conserving land, and investing in other economic activities besides agriculture.  Since then the myst has returned to Bwindi but there still continues to be struggles between Uganda's rising population and conservation.   

As tour company Churchill depends on the preservation of Uganda's natural resources and decided to invest in a conservation project in Kisoro District, right next to Bwindi.  Our school tree planting project, which began several months ago, focuses on educating students at local schools and engaging youth with discussions surrounding conservation.  The project also works with these students to plant school gardens and tree nurseries.  Since the beginning of the project over three thousand trees have been planted.  

A number of Churchill clients have visited the project, and have helped in planting trees as well as interacting with students.  If you are interested in off setting your carbon footprint during your travels to Uganda or just want to learn more about our project send us an email.