Originally published in Utusan Malaysia – 17 February 2009 | "JungleWallah Pulihara Alam Sekitar" Conservation is most effective when driven by the community. Since its founding, JungleWalla has remained committed to the principle that tourism must serve as a vehicle ...[ read more ]
LANGKAWI UNESCO GLOBAL GEOPARK — ASIA’S EVOLUTIONARY CRADLE
Langkawi is not merely an archipelago; it is a geological masterpiece. In 2007, it was officially designated as the first UNESCO Global Geopark in Southeast Asia. This status recognizes Langkawi’s 550 million years of history, preserved in its ancient rock ...[ read more ]
Environmental Awareness
The outdoor environment is the perfect classroom for the study of the natural world. The programs are designed to introduce the students to the wonders of the natural world in a fun, adventurous, and scientific way. The student will travel ...[ read more ]
Communities Service Learning
In this module, students will learn new ways to resolve conflicts: And improved problem-solving skills. Service learning is a teaching and learning strategy that integrates meaningful community service with instruction and reflection to enrich the learning experience. It teaches civic ...[ read more ]
THE MAGNIFICENT GREAT HORNBILLS OF LANGKAWI
Field Report by Sri Sari | Published January 2007 Peering through my monocular, I can clearly see his red eyes — a sure sign that he is a male. On the branch above him sits his lifelong mate, the female, ...[ read more ]
JOBS OF JOY — THE NATURALIST’S CALLING
Originally published in The Star – 16 June 2007 | By C.Y. Lee For Irshad Mobarak, the path to becoming Langkawi’s most prominent naturalist was paved with a radical shift in perspective. Once a corporate banker, Irshad left the financial ...[ read more ]
The Arden Naturalist
If changing the cat litter is the closest encounter you've had with animals, head for Langkawi. More specifically, head for the northern tip of the island where you are likely to find Irshad Mobarak. A big, broad-shouldered naturalist, Irshad works ...[ read more ]
Shaaban Arshad
During the flowering season he would collect wild honey to supplement his income, something that he still does till this day. His skills came to the attention of the Forest research institute and forestry department who engaged his services as ...[ read more ]
Reserve Psychology
Reserve Psychology. Malaysian Tattler April 1995. Sina Maran Tadun. These days, Langkawi has been given the green light for some dramatic restructuring of the environment. In the corner of the island, however, Sina Maran Tadun finds that it is still ...[ read more ]