FAQs www.forest.gov.tw EN Copyright 2016 FANCA <![CDATA[ How would I enter the Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency? ]]> http://www.forest.gov.tw/0000138 Ministry of Examination.  The information about clerks transfer and other categories personnel recruitment will be announced on our official website. ]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 09:05:44 GMT <![CDATA[ How would I find information related to the Research Results of Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency? ]]> http://www.forest.gov.tw/0000138 Mon, 31 Jul 2023 17:04:02 GMT <![CDATA[ How can I gather samples and conduct research in nature conservation areas? ]]> http://www.forest.gov.tw/0000138 suggestion page for further information.  ]]> Mon, 13 Mar 2023 02:05:28 GMT <![CDATA[ Do I need to apply for permits to enter nature conservation (preservation) zones? ]]> http://www.forest.gov.tw/0000138 online applications website for visiting nature reserve and forest reserve. ]]> Mon, 31 Jul 2023 17:04:29 GMT <![CDATA[ What is the nature conservation system in Taiwan? ]]> http://www.forest.gov.tw/0000138 Nature Conservation website for further information. ]]> Mon, 31 Jul 2023 17:25:41 GMT <![CDATA[ Forest areas not under Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency jurisdiction ]]> http://www.forest.gov.tw/0000138 Taiwan Forestry Research Institute.

2. Fushan Flora Park: This park is situated in Ilan County, and is under the jurisdiction of the Fushan Research Center, Forestry Research Bureau. Please direct all inquiries accordingly. Fushan Research Center Tel: (039) 228-900; Forestry Research Bureau operator: (02) 23033357, 23039978, ask for the Marketing Division, or go to their website at Taiwan Forestry Research Institute.

3. Simacouse: This location is classified as an Aboriginal Preserve, not a Forest Park, and is not part of the National Forest System (except for the “Holy Trees Cluster,” which is). We cannot provide tourism information on this area. To our understanding, Class-A Mountaineering Permits are needed in order to enter this area. Tourists are advised to enquire at the Hsinchu County Government Tourism Bureau, or local police stations.

4. Hsitou Forest Recreation Park: This park is managed by the Experimental Forest Management Office, National Taiwan University, thus please direct all enquiries accordingly, their website; operator: (049) 2642181, Hsitou Office Tel.: (049) 2612111.

5. Huisunlinchan Forest Recreation Park: This park is managed by the Experimental Forest Management Office, National Chungsing University, thus please direct all enquiries accordingly, their website; operator: (04) 22840397, Huisun Office Tel.: (049) 2941341.

6. Nanren Lake: This area falls under the jurisdiction of the Kenting National Park, thus all environmental education enquiries should be directed to the Conservation Education Section, Kenting National Park Management Office at (08) 8861321 ext. 242, or use the voice application hotline at (08) 8862048. ]]>
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<![CDATA[ Where is Taiwan’s largest “Holy Tree”? ]]> http://www.forest.gov.tw/0000138 Mon, 31 Jul 2023 17:28:38 GMT <![CDATA[ Information on Guanwu (Fogwatch) and Daguanshan (Lala Mountain) ]]> http://www.forest.gov.tw/0000138
2. Daguanshan: Daguanshan is a Nature Conservation Area, not a Forest Park, thus its information is not included under travel and tourism. For information, please refer to our website under “Little Forest Encyclopedia” [森林小百科] then under “Introduction to National Forest Conservation Areas [國有林自然保護區介紹]. You can also request a pamphlet by mail, with return postage enclosed, from the Hsinchu Regional Office (Hsinchu Regional Office Address: No. 2 Chungshan Rd., Hsinchu City). ]]>
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<![CDATA[ Information on our publications? ]]> http://www.forest.gov.tw/0000138 1. To request our publications, please refer to our website under “Forestry Bureau Publications” [林務局出版品] then under “Index of Publications” [出版品目錄].
2. Taiwan Forestry Magazine: Currently a bi-monthly, it is distributed free on request. Please contact the Public Relations Section of the Forestry Bureau, Tel.: (02) 23515441 ext. 224, or ask by mail for your free subscription. 
3. Activities of the Forestry Bureau: Please direct your request to the Public Relations Section, Forestry Bureau, and include NT$20 return postage per copy requested (envelope needs to be slightly larger than A4). Tel.: (02) 23515441 ext. 222.

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For further information, you are welcome to browse at our Library, or our website. ]]>
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<![CDATA[ Information on National Forest Recreation Parks, Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency ]]> http://www.forest.gov.tw/0000138 National Forest Recreation” or other subcategories. Please direct further questions to the various Regional Offices or the relevant Parks Offices. ]]> Mon, 31 Jul 2023 17:33:03 GMT <![CDATA[ Open hours of Recreation Parks, and travel/hotel information ]]> http://www.forest.gov.tw/0000138 “VISIT”and click on the Park you would like to visit. You may also direct your requests to the reply-by-fax hotlines: Taipei (02) 23568167, Luodong (03) 9559167, Hsinchu (03) 5281167, Dongshih (04) 25247163, Nantou (04) 22811534, Chiayi (05) 2781359, Pingtung (08) 7668167, Taitung (089) 337167, Hualien (038) 334167. ]]> Mon, 31 Jul 2023 17:33:23 GMT <![CDATA[ Are the Forestry-related videos on our website sold on videotapes? ]]> http://www.forest.gov.tw/0000138 Mon, 31 Jul 2023 17:43:35 GMT <![CDATA[ How can I obtain geographical information on forests? ]]> http://www.forest.gov.tw/0000138 1. For Basic Forest Maps: Please first note the areas of interest according to our Industry Zones, then place a formal request document to the Forestry Bureau, stating the purpose of the request, the required areas by Industry Zones, the requesting agency and contact phone number. There are two types of Basic Forest Data [林相資料]:
(1) Basic Map files: Please call (02) 23515441 ext. 528;
(2) Forest Census Data: Please call (02) 23515441 ext. 614.
 
2. 3rd Taiwan Forestry Resource and Land Use Investigation and Report: For research, please contact our Inventory Section, or browse our 3rd Taiwan Forestry Resource and Land Use Investigation and Report at the Historical Documents Library. If document images are needed (such as the Land Use Map, Soil Layer Electronic Map), please first submit a formal request to the Council of Agriculture, Executive Yuan, with a copy to the Forestry Bureau. With permission from the Council, actual application can then be directed to the Forestry Bureau, Information Technology Section, Tel: (02) 23515441 ext. 528. ]]>
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<![CDATA[ How would I go about using the content on the website or linksf web pages of Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency? ]]> http://www.forest.gov.tw/0000138 Mon, 31 Jul 2023 17:40:57 GMT <![CDATA[ How can I apply for a Forest Reconstruction Loan? ]]> http://www.forest.gov.tw/0000138 2. Application forms: Please obtain the application form from any branch of the Land Bank, the Forestry Department of any County Government Agricultural Bureau, or any Farmer’s Cooperative that is contracted to provide the Forest Reconstruction Loan as an agent of Land Bank. You may request assistance from such offices in filling out the forms.
3. The application should be directed to: the local Land Bank branch of your official residence, or the local Farmer’s Cooperative that is contracted to provide such loans.
4. Necessary documents: Application form, Forest Replanting Plan Drawing or Survey Chart, documents proving right of ownership or agreement from owner(s).
5. Rates: For forest replanting the loan rate is at 3% per annum.
6. Loan amount: The maximum amount that can be borrowed is NT$5 million.
7. Method of approval: The receiving bank will redirect the information to the appropriate Forestry Bureau agency, appending a recommended loan figure based on the annual published replanting costs. The receiving bank will manage the gathering of collateral, credit checks and making the loan according to appropriate regulations.
8. For further information on such loans, please refer to the topic “Reforestation Loans,” under “Reforestation Services,” below “Services to the Public” and “Download Applications.” ]]>
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<![CDATA[ The construction and development of the National Forest Trail System ]]> http://www.forest.gov.tw/0000138
2. Actual construction details include: 
i. Forming a system of management for the Trails, rules of use, maintenance system, and location, design, standards, and mapping of public service locations.
ii. Investigating the natural and cultural resources: A thorough research and investigation into the natural and cultural resources near such trails, and planning of resource management along the Trail System based on such data, in order to achieve sustainability.
iii. Blueprint of the National Forest Trail System: After the aforementioned evaluations, the actual trails are then planned.
iv. Constructing the Trail System: Selecting suitable material for the habitat and conforming to the principles of conservation to construct the Trail System. Also to provide or increase the educational explanations and tourist safety infrastructure.
v. Maintenance, Management and Monitoring: To maintain the trails in a state of good repair, to assure the safety of users, extend the lifespan of hardware, and monitor use data to make evaluations on trail usage.
vi. Construct databases and websites: Construct the Environment Education Database, and through websites and links provide a channel for information on tourism and education.
vii. Environmental education and public relations: Setup conferences and seminars to train guides in environmental education or cultural heritage, and create many educational activities and diverse tours. Also integrate village cultures to create a win-win scenario for villagers, environment and tourists alike.
viii. Public participation and trail adoption: Provide many channels for public participation, and promote cooperation among organizations. Also, through the Trail Adoption program, provide the public with a sense of ownership and enhance understanding of nature and environmental issues.
 
3. Through the development of the National Trail System, in coordination with related agencies, integrate natural leisure areas, and develop suitable tourism themes accordingly, in order to fully grow and nurture our natural and cultural resources while considering conservation, economic development and social welfare, thus achieving the dream of a new, greener Taiwan. ]]>
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<![CDATA[ Are there plants or saplings provided on Tree Planting Day? ]]> http://www.forest.gov.tw/0000138 News” and also in all major newspapers. ]]> Mon, 31 Jul 2023 17:35:52 GMT <![CDATA[ How can I purchase Basic Photographs and Maps of Taiwan? ]]> http://www.forest.gov.tw/0000138 2. You may purchase them directly from the Aerial Survey Office, address: No. 100-1 Heping W. Rd., Sec. 2, Taipei City (Near the corner of Nanhai Rd., across from the Flora Park.). Tel: (02) 23031935, (02) 23011270 exts. 502,503.
(1). Private individuals and organizations may purchase unclassified basic photographs. Color prints, NT$300 each. Single-color developed prints, NT$550 each.
(2). Photographs classified as confidential can be sold only to organizations, schools, or public offices, with official application and permission.
3. For photographs classified as secret or above, please direct your inquiries to the Ministry of Defense. ]]>
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