The Hydrological, Biological and Social Values of The Luquillo Mountain Range - El Yunque Rain Forest

USDA Forest Service Caribbean National Forest & Interamerican University Fajardo
Fajardo, Puerto Rico, 21 Mar 06

http://www.fs.fed.us/r8/caribbean/

A panel will discuss: a ) the hydrological value and contribution of water to the communities of eastern Puerto Rico, b) the value of water in sustaining Luquillo's Mountain Range biodiverisity , and c) the role of water in the social and spiritual setting. Outreach to the academic community will occur. The Forest Service administers eight watersheds. The forest supplies 100 % of the water consumed in the region. The Interamerican University is the leading academic instituion serving eastern Puerto Rico.

The celebration fosters dialogue on significant water use and land zoning issues.

The event will be held at 1030 AM, Salon Multi-usos, Interamerican University Campus, Fajardo, PR.

Contact: Pedro Rios