Order No. 10 on protection of Ilulissat Fiord.

Subject

Water, Wild species & ecosystems

Keyword

Inland waters Management/conservation Cultural heritage Hunting/capture Marine protected areas Protected area Protection of habitats Transport/storage Wild fauna Wild flora Community management

Geographical area

Americas, European Union Countries, North America

Entry into force notes

The Order enters into force on 1 July 2007.

Abstract

This Order sets rules on the protection and conservation of the Ilulissat Fjord area and its surroundings. The public has permission to access this area, however staying within the protected area for recreation and for commercial fishing and hunting, tents and open fires may only occur up to 3 days at the same location. Hunting cabins may only be used as bases for fishing and hunting - but it is not allowed to use the cabins for permanent habitation. Use of motorized vehicles and bicycle within

Full text

Danish

Website

www.lovgivning.gl

References - Legislation

Implements

Act on Nature Conservation (No. 29 of 2003).

Legislation | Greenland (Denmark) | 2003

Keyword: Basic legislation, Protection of habitats, Ecosystem preservation, Environmental standards, Institution, Internal trade, Protected area, Inland waters, Water conservation zone, Sustainable development, Management/conservation, Molluscs, Wild flora, Hunting/capture, Aquatic plants, Birds, Genetic resources, GMO, Mammals, Community management, Protection of species

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repeals

Order No. 7 on the conservation of Iulissat Fiord.

Legislation | Greenland (Denmark) | 2003 | Repealed

Keyword: Recreational water use, Management/conservation, Cultural heritage, Hunting/capture, Marine protected areas, Protected area, Protection of habitats, Transport/storage, Wild fauna, Wild flora, Community management

Source: FAO, FAOLEX