Damyang-gun Takes Measures to Protect Bamboo Shoots in Juknokwon, a Major Tourist Attraction

Operation of 'Juksun Guardians' to Crack Down on Unauthorized Bamboo Shoot Harvesting

[Damyang=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Chunsu] Damyang-gun, Jeollanam-do announced on the 26th that it will operate "Juksun Keepers" to prevent bamboo damage caused by illegal harvesting of bamboo shoots in the representative tourist site, Juknokwon Bamboo Grove.

This year, as the vigorous sprouting of bamboo shoots began earlier than usual in April, four teams will be organized and operated from April to June, conducting patrols and guidance activities at illegal bamboo shoot harvesting sites from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.

In addition, the Juksun Keepers will not only focus on protecting bamboo shoots but also engage in environmental beautification activities of the Juknokwon Bamboo Grove and visitor guidance activities, striving to preserve and widely promote the beauty of Juknokwon, selected as one of the "Top 100 Tourist Attractions in Korea."

A county official stated, "We will work hard to preserve the beautiful bamboo grove of Juknokwon through the protection of bamboo shoots," and warned, "Illegal harvesting of bamboo shoots in Juknokwon or collecting forest products from others' forests is considered theft, and if caught, offenders may face up to five years of imprisonment or a fine of up to 50 million won."

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