Abstract:
This research was conducted using qualitative research methods. The objectives are 1) to study the management of the community forest of Ban Pong Saeng Thong community, Khilek Subdistrict, Mae Taeng District, Chiang Mai Province 2) to study the application of Buddhist principles for the management of the community forest of Ban Pong Saeng Thong, Khilek Subdistrict, Mae Taeng District, Chiang Mai Province 3) To study the application of Buddhist principles for managing the community forest of Ban Pong Saeng Thong, Khilek Subdistrict, Mae Taeng District, Chiang Mai Province. The interviews were conducted among 18 people involved in community forest management.
The research results found that
1. Ban Pong Saeng Thong Community Forest, Khilek Subdistrict, Mae Taeng District, Chiang Mai Province There is still a problem with forest fire smog. and economic problems The main cause of forest fire smog problems is dry weather. In addition, people in the community and nearby areas also burn forests to find land for farming or to burn garbage. This results in air pollution and impacts on public health. for economic problems The main cause is the fluctuation in agricultural product prices. In addition, most people in the community work mainly in agriculture. resulting in insufficient income for subsistence Solving the problem of forest fire smog and economic problems of the Ban Pong Saeng Thong community Should be carried out in parallel By focusing on reducing the causes of problems.
2. Application of Buddhist principles for the management of the community forest of Ban Pong Saeng Thong, Khilek Subdistrict, Mae Taeng District, Chiang Mai Province 1) Public relations aspect There is a sign for the community forest project. Community forest boundary sign or map Name board of the community forest committee Work plan sign and work period 2) Community forest maintenance Preventing forest fires in the dry season Preserving the community forest Establish a committee to preserve the community forest. 3) Maintenance and restoration of the community forest. Community forest awakening Purchasing seedlings Building a tree nursery Community forest landscape restoration Build a weir to slow down the water to create moisture for the community forest. 4) Education and knowledge transfer. Field trip to see work Cultivate a group of youths who love forests There is a label with the name of the plant, a label with meaning. Do a nature study route There is a community forest ordination project. A community forest organization has been established. and create a geographic model for community forests.
3. Guidelines for applying Buddhist principles to the management of the Ban Pong Saeng Thong community forest. Applying the principles of Sappaya 7 to community forest management, including appropriate housing appropriate transportation The right conversation, the right person, the right food, the right weather, the right posture. Make the community understand the value of community forests There is love and jealousy for the community forest. Encourage communities to participate in forest preservation. Cultivate community awareness in conserving natural resources. and campaign for the efficient use of resources and live together peacefully with nature Sustainable forever.