Posts tagged: Patagonia

Protecting Natural Resources Impacted by Tourism in Chile

The sunrise over Lago Cucao with Chiloe National Park on the left shoulder of the slopes in background.  Photo courtesy of Michael Olwyler.

The sunrise over Lago Cucao with Chiloe National Park on the left shoulder of the slopes in background. Photo courtesy of Michael Olwyler.

Patagonia, Chile is known for its spectacular views, amazing scenery and great fly fishing.  The area attracts 2 million tourists annually. But only 20 percent of Chile’s natural resources are protected.  Chilean stakeholders recently partnered with the U.S. Forest Service and the State Department to develop tourism in concert with land management practices. Read more »