There is ongoing dispute on how much rainforest cover the Philippines has lost through the years thanks to mining, logging, population pressure, etc. Whatever the numbers are, we can be sure about one thing -- the state of our forests is on a downward direction. Losing our forests would mean losing A WHOLE LOT. Our whole lot. To break it down to the easiest, most applicable concept that commonest of sense could understand -- that's no clean drinking water for you and me, in due doomed time, should we not do anything about this.
I'm very pleased to say that my husband is involved in a project that aims to help reforest the Cordillera Mountains. Dubbed as the Watershed Cradle of the North, employees of Globe Telecom will be taking on The Cordillera Challenge in an effort to raise funds and awareness for the reforestation of this area. On April 24, 2010, members of Globe Adventure Club Bikers will be trailriding to a 40km finish line inspired by pledges for seedling donation. All proceeds go to Cordillera Conservation Trust, their partner for this adventure.
Though decades back would have been the best time to prevent this said predicament, there is also no better time to care than now. This project is accepting pledges in increments of P20.00, as one seedling costs that amount. Now if you ask me, that's a small price to pay if what I get in return is the assurance of water, food, shelter, and more. As for the event itself, I'll make sure to post updates on how the cyclists' journey goes.
If you would like to be a forest-builder, you may send your pledges or inquiries about this project to fcesguerra@globetel.com.ph.
