This centre was established in 1967 by a group of naturalists and
bird-watchers to protect part of the Arima Valley in a natural state and to
create a conservation and study area for the protection of wildlife and for the
enjoyment of all. It was one of the first nature centres to be established in
the Caribbean.
The compound comprises of approximately 1,500 acres of mainly forested land
in the Arima and Aripo Valleys of the Northern Range. The main stay is to retain the properties
under forest cover in perpetuity, protection of the community watershed and provide important wildlife habitat.
The Centre’s main facilities are located on a former cocoa-coffee-citrus
plantation, previously known as the Spring Hill Estate. This estate has been surrounded
by impressive rainforest, where some original climax forest on the steeper
slopes have a canopy of 100-150 feet. The whole effect is one of being deep in
tropical rainforest.
For all nature lovers, this is definitely the place to be!!!!!! call for tours at 645-3598 (Ricky Bhal)
I remember going to this nature spot twice and I really don't mind going again.
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