DENR Administrative Order No. 2004-28 establishing Rules and Regulations Governing the Use of Forestlands for Tourism Purposes. Country/Territory Philippines Document type Regulation Date 2004 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Wild species & ecosystems Keyword Tourism Forest service/forest officers Protection of habitats Public forest Authorization/permit Community management Ecosystem preservation PIC-prior informed consent Cultural heritage Geographical area Asia, Asia and the Pacific, East Asian Seas, North Pacific, South-Eastern Asia Entry into force notes This Order enters into force 30 days after its publication. Abstract The State aims to promote, encourage, and develop tourism as a major national activity in which private sector investment, effort and initiative are fostered and supported. In line with the policy of the State on sustainable development and to provide equitable access to forestlands and resources, the government shall allow qualified persons to occupy, develop, utilize and sustainably manage forestlands for tourism purposes. These Rules apply to the use of forestlands for tourism purposes. While Community-Based Ecotourism is encouraged, use of forestland for such purpose will be covered by separate guidelines. The objectives aim to the following goals: develop the country's forestlands into productive uses consistent with the concept of sustainable development; provide economic opportunities to local communities and other stakeholders; ensure equitable share for the government on the use of forestlands; and optimize the use of forestlands through sustainable management and to assure the continuous beneficial uses and services. Full text English Website forestry.denr.gov.ph