Protect Amazonian Biodiversity

Protect Amazonian Biodiversity, Peru

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Our project aims to protect biodiversity in the Peruvian Amazon while promoting indigenous rights and sustainable development. We work at the intersection of people and forests, planting trees and fostering sustainable practices to protect the ecosystem. Through this, we support indigenous autonomy and spread sustainable ways of life to encourage fair, long-term development.

74,252 Trees funded of 100,000
39,274.335 T CO2 compensated
2,914 Followers
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33 Total Reviews
9 Expert’s Reviews
14 Citizen’s Reviews

9 Expert’s Reviews

Ryan Smith
Ryan Smith 3 years ago
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Regenerative Agroforestry using Ethnobotanically Important Species

Camino Verde is such an inspiring example of regenerative agroforestry in the Amazon bioregion. Their dedicated staff grows hundreds of species of plants, both wild and domesticated, in ultra diverse and innovative agroforestry systems. They mostly work with ethnobotanically significant species and they promote these agroforestry systems in the surrounding communities. Many of the species they work with are threatened or endangered, and they also protect many hectares of lowland Amazonian primary forest.

While the physical property feels like an ultra-diverse magical agroforestry wonderland, perhaps the most compelling aspect of Camino verde is their staff. They are so welcoming and hardworking, proud of their Amazonian heritage and their mission.

If you want to learn about Amazonian ethnobotany, visit their reforestation center and you will not be disappointed.

Expertise: Tropical agroforestry and forest restoration

Alienor de Sas
Alienor de Sas 3 years ago
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The Best Approach to Regenerative Agroforestry in the Amazon Rainforest

Camino Verde is an inspiring project when it comes to agroforestry in the Amazon rainforest. The critical loss of biomass in the most important ecosystem on Earth isn't indifferent to anyone, but looking for sustainable solutions seems an uncertain topic for most people.

Where local and international governments seem to fail in the protection of the rainforest, we see hope in the work of organizations as Camino Verde, which brings a fresh approach on how to develop a successful project in the Amazon.

We often overlook the importance of local communities that historically have lived in the Amazon, and they more than anyone else know how to relate to the environment. Camino Verde focuses its work, precisely, on the development of a sustainable business model that benefits local Amazonian communities by the plantation of endangered species. Furthermore, Camino Verde's work through the principles of permaculture allows a more efficient way to reforest impacted areas without compromising the natural balance of the rainforest.

The increasing global demand for sustainable and organic products is the best fuel to encourage local communities to try a business model that will allow them to have a better future by reforesting the Amazon rather than taking advantage of its resources. These local communities are key stakeholders in the fight against the loss of the rainforest territory. The role of organizations as Camino Verde, which understands both the needs of local communities and the global market, is essential in the difficult task of fighting climate change.

Expertise: Communication Advisor on Environmental and Social Organizations

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An Outstanding Leader Among Tree Planting Organizations

I am the Founder of a global NGO dedicated to regenerating the earth and uplifting women and indigenous communities. Camino Verde is one of the partner organizations we support through our work because they are such an incredible organization in the thoughtful and caring way in which they work. They did the research to understand how to propagate endangered tree species and figured out with the communities who plant the trees, how to develop an enterprise so the trees become more valuable over time as integral being and as living biodiverse restored forests.

Expertise: Regenerative agriculture, forest carbon project development, alternative livelihoods, gender considerations in climate adaptation and restoration

Alejandro Levins
Alejandro Levins 3 years ago
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Excellent and important work

I sit on the board of an international NGO working on the economic and ecological well-being of rainforest communities. We partner with Camino Verde in our joint efforts to support forest biodiversity and health, but also to support the efforts of indigenous communities to grow their own economic self-determination.

Expertise: Nonprofit management

Thomas Dönnebrink
Thomas Dönnebrink 3 years ago
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Personal Projects are Beautiful & Powerful.

I know Camino Verde, the site, the project, the founder, the staff from personal experience. I stayed there for a week in September 2021 and had an intensive exchange with the founder - who lives on-site - and his staff for a week. The founders own (his)story and integrity and how he found, set-up, developped and invested in the site, the team (building), community integration, local knowledge and wisdom aquisition over more than a decade give this project and the foundation and other supporting structures a sound grounding and very sustainable and resilient base with a personal touch. I like among other things the combination of their personal dedication, inclination to social innovation and entrepreneurial experimentation, collaborative approach and open sharing, open-mindedness and commons orientation, sensibility for group processes and dynamics. All this makes Camino Verde a beautiful and powerful project and way of life worth visiting and supporting.

Expertise: Expert on Collaborative Economy & Platform Cooperativism Social Innovation & Transformation processes on societal, collective & personal levels

Ella Çiçekciler
Ella Çiçekciler 3 years ago
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Excellent NGO

Camino Verde is a non-profit organisation that, despite its relatively small size, is doing big work for the Peruvian Amazon. Alongside the Tambopata River and National Reserve in Madre de Dios, the organisation is situated in a biodiversity hotspot that unfortunately faces considerable threats (i.e. mining, agricultural expansion, logging, etc.). Working closely with local communities, farmers as well as researchers, Camino Verde has over the years built a unique understanding of the causes of deforestation and how to best conserve and regenerate the land. At the centre of their projects, is the valuable (and too often lacking) recognition that to care for our land we must care for our communities, and vice-versa.

Having interned and collaborated with Camino Verde, I am at awe with how much the organisation continuously evolves, both by deepening existing strategies and by growing new ideas (... and trees of course). To bring them to fruition, a small team of dedicated workers pour their hearts into their work, making sure to provide environmentally, socially and economically sustainable solutions to safeguard the Peruvian rainforest.

If you're looking for a project/organisation to support, I can wholeheartedly vouch for Camino Verde.

Expertise: Sustainable territorial development

Carta
Carta 3 years ago
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Outstanding example of Amazonian conservation & regeneration

It's no secret that the destruction of the Amazon rainforest is, and has been for a long time now, one of the biggest ecological crises facing our planet. That is why Camino Verde's work is so incredibly critical. Their success stems from their approach that incentivizes conservation by integrating local communities into every aspect of their operation—they don't just work together with these communities, they work in service to them, allowing them to lead the way. This collaboration has led to over 20,000+ native trees being planted on forest lands regenerating from disturbance; some of those species produce high-quality essential oils— renewable non-timber forest products that help to raise the funds need to continue to protect the forests and provide a sustainable livelihood to farmers. Their primary essential oil, Moena Alcanfor, is a wonderful product that I featured in my debut fragrance, Moena 12|69.

Expertise: My background is in tropical ecology; in 2017, I founded Carta Fragrances, a perfume brand focused on sustainable sourcing.

Expertise: Tropical ecology and essential oils

Campbell Plowden
Campbell Plowden 8 years ago
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Integrated approach to tree planting to promote biodiversity and social benefits

Camino Verde is doing unique and important work to promote forest conservation in the Peruvian Amazon. They have planted over 20,000 trees from more than 350 species at their reforestation center in the community of Baltimori on the Tambopata River in the department of Madre de Dios. This work is making a significant contribution to maintaining the populations of many types of trees whose numbers have been reduced from uncontrolled logging. Their second nursery project at La Joya has now working to produce tens of thousands of more seedlings from 25 species in partnership with Wake Forest University to help rehabilitate forest lands that have been severely degraded from abusive mining practices. The group is also assisting campesino farmers in Madre de Dios and indigenous people in northern Peru to plant trees that can be pruned to produce high-quality essential oil. This approach provides a way for forest farmers to earn income from the trees without cutting them down while simultaneously promoting diverse agroforestry systems. In sum, Camino Verde is working on ways to integrate the goals of creating sustainable livelihoods for forest people and plant more trees to enhance biodiversity and ecosystem health.

Expertise: I have worked as a researcher and advocate for tropical forest conservation and traditional forest peoples for over 30 years. I have worked on these issues with Greenpeace, the Humane Society of the United States, Amazon Watch, and the Environmental Investigation Agency. I received a PhD in Ecology from Penn State University based on my studies about the ecology, management and marketing of non-timber forest products in a indigenous reserve in the eastern Brazilian Amazon. I am the founder and executive director of the Center for Amazon Community Ecology (www.amazonecology.org) which works with 15 native and campesino communities in the northern Peruvian Amazon to promote forest conservation, sustainable livelihoods and healthy communities. Our main projects are developing and marketing value-added non-timber forest products including innovative handicrafts and novel essential oils with our partners. We have enjoyed a growing collaboration with Camino Verde on essential oils and other projects.

Arba Litoral
Arba Litoral 8 years ago
1

Increhible

Muchas Felicidades Por Vuestro Proyecto Muy Buen Trabajo!

Expertise: Gracias por vuestra hospitalidad.

1 Company’s Reviews

Pacha Soap Co
Pacha Soap Co 3 years ago
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Planting trees is only a piece of the equation...

My name is Andrew and I'm the CEO & Co/founder of Pacha Soap Co- a leading natural personal care brand in the United States. Pacha sources ingredients from various parts of the world and has relationships with reforestation projects globally. Camino Verde is one of our favorite partners we work with.

Yes, Camino Verde is one of the best at planting trees that we've seen. Both in quality (survival rate) and diversity.

But, planting trees is only a piece of the equation. It's equally about community. As someone who frequents Camino Verde's reforestation center, what I've noticed that's different is the level of adoption and buy-in of the local community around the "why" of planting trees. Because you can't sustain what you don't love. A planted tree that isn't nurtured by a local community won't have the impact as one that is nurtured.

In short, Camino Verde is the most quality and sustainable reforestation project that we've ever seen. If you're looking to support a project, I couldn't recommend Camino Verde enough. And if you have a spare few weeks- a visit to their reforestation will be life-changing.

-Andrew

Pacha Soap Co
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9 Visitor’s Reviews

Mahendra Jasraj
Mahendra Jasraj 3 years ago
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Favourite place with inspiring people and fantastic reforestation model



Hi!
My partner and I had the privilege of staying with Camino Verde for 2 weeks. Obviously wish we could spend more time and learn too.
I am so glad to have found this place online. Getting there and being a part of the forest was the best time of our travels.
Camino verde sets a great example for its amazing work for reforesting the Amazon and the communities lives within it. Their work on creating a balance for communities’ economic independence and the forest’s ecosystem restoration and enhancement is truly amazing.
On our new journey to be wildlife conservationists, this project has played a big part in how we can inculcate certain ideas and apply them for our future plans. Witnessing their work and having the opportunity to plant few trees ourselves with Pippa and local friends was excellent. Seeing how they work together under one big cause is very good.
The crew on sight and the facilities were great. They made us feel like family. My partner and I don’t speak Spanish but somehow being there made us learn more words and understand most of it.
Thank you Robin for this opportunity. Olivia and the team are very knowledgeable with humble and kind heart. We miss your place and hope to visit you and the team. Plus, also to check on the trees.
Best wishes,
Mahendra J

Elaine Bevington
Elaine Bevington 3 years ago
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This place gave me motivation and purpose

I had the incredible, unique opportunity to visit the Camino Verde regenerative farm for 2 months in 2019. Unlike many visitors who I assume come with some background in agriculture or forestry, I came as a student in International Development, seeking to observe and learn what sustainable development can look like on the ground. I will forever be grateful to Robin and the farm team for taking me in and being willing to teach me so much.
I went in not knowing what to expect, but I certainly didn't expect to end up planting as many trees as I did. Robin thought it was important that I take part in the daily tasks of the farm first, to understand how it works, and I've since realized that this approach is what makes this project successful. Camino Verde actively engages volunteers in their work so that you have the chance to truly learn about the plants, the land, and the surrounding community and feel part of it all. I think this willingness to bring in people of various backgrounds is also so important to their success in building a strong network of volunteers with diverse perspectives.
My time on the farm was also truly joyful - in addition to hard work, there are daily wonders that come from living on a farm in the Amazon. Sightings of macaws, monkeys, and even a leopard(!); playing cards by candlelight and falling asleep to the sound of rain on the tin roof; watching the local semifinal soccer tournament on the banks of the Tambopata and sharing drinks with our Baltimori neighbors: these are just some of the extemporaneous delights that came from my time there.
I left feeling motivated and inspired to delve deeper into the field of sustainable agriculture and to continue working at the grassroots level. I have been fortunate enough to stay in touch with Robin and the Camino Verde team and hear about their progress and updates; I have heard they are hoping to buy a neighboring lot and expand the farm, so I can't wait to visit and see the new land!
Finally, because of my visit, I can now say I have participated in every step of chocolate-making - from the planting of cacao seedlings to the grinding of the beans, and everything in between. So now every time I eat a piece of chocolate, I think about all the work that has gone into it and am filled with appreciation for how much more I know and understand because of this experience.

Lisa Hague
Lisa Hague 3 years ago
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An enriching experience for everyone

As a philosophy, politics and law student, I initially didn’t seem to make much sense in the Peruvian rainforest; my hands dug deep in the soil or lost on one of Camino Verde’s labyrinths like paths. Indeed, I spent my last two years mostly in front of big university book piles living through a never-ending rush of fast-paced experiences in busy London.

But that is why I decided to embark on a yearlong journey through South America: to reconnect with the purpose of my studies, escape the dreadfully long academic papers and learn about NGO work and its challenges in real life.

Camino Verde was my first stop in this quest, and what a lucky found.
During the two months I spent at Camino Verde I learned more than I could have imagined when I made this decision.

To begin with, I met fantastic people. From Robin, the adventurous founder of the organisation, to Rosa, the cook I will forever associate with my Peruvian Christmas, every person working at Camino Verde has struck me with their kindness. I had very friendly, hard-working colleagues that were always willing to take time for my numerous questions. I learned about inspiring and touching life stories I will never forget and Peruvian jokes I probably didn’t fully grasp. Humanly speaking, this experience is already worth it.

Then, I learned as much about plants, biology and reforestation as I possibly could. I learned about taxonomy, fascinating plant characteristics, and unknown fruits and medicinal plant uses. I learned what sustainable farming entails and what terms such as systems of reforestation design mean.
What unexpectedly fascinated me, coming from the opposite side of the academic spectrum, were the personal research projects I was involved with. I got the chance and developed a curiosity for biological blogs, papers and talks with everyone surrounding me.
Seeing and participating in the practical application of the terms I was reading about also gave me a connection with my work I found very enriching and motivating.

Furthermore, I was given a chance to ask all the questions I had about the concrete functioning of the organisation. From economical choices to keeping a team motivated, I understand better now how Camino Verde functions and achieves its objectives so well.
Now I can genuinely say I am in admiration of the immense work that such a project requires.

Camino Verde is an excellent organisation, which fulfils its goals to honour nature and local populations. And I can only recommend everyone who can to visit or intern. From biology enthusiasts to philosophy students, I think everyone can find at Camino Verde a great deal of inspiration, motivation and knowledge to bring back home to their personal projects.

I am glad I got to be part of Camino Verde’s story for a little while. And I wholeheartedly thank everyone at the farm for this enriching experience.

Hayley Wynn
Hayley Wynn 3 years ago
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Love from and for the Amazon!

I was lucky enough to be a visitor at Camino Verde and it was a life-changing experience! Robin and his entire team are some of the most genuine and inspiring people I’ve ever met. One of the NGOs main objectives is to partner with local farmers from native communities to work together to regenerate the forest while improving livelihoods. I was able to witness this objective in action and feel the impact this has on the local community. The joyful energy felt on the project is undeniable! Connecting with the team and seeing their passion and love put in every day to help restore their home was something truly special. Each person's generosity, dedication and incredible knowledge are just a few of the aspects I witnessed that contribute to the organization’s overall incredible success.

During my time at Camino Verde, I was able to learn about reforestation, regenerative practices, agroforestry and so much more from people that truly are experts. Without a doubt, Camino Verde is one of the most incredible NGOs and I am forever grateful for all I was able to learn in the time I was visiting.

Thank you Camino Verde!

Kathy Davis-Vrbas
Kathy Davis-Vrbas 3 years ago
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So much more than a retreat

More than half a century ago, when I was a teenager, I made my first visit to Peru. I had always longed to return to that country. My youngest son, Andrew, brought that dream to reality in November 2021, when he took me with him on a visit to Caminoverde, an Amazonian reforestation research center on Peru’s Tambopata River.
Andrew’s relationship with the center’s founder and executive director, Robin Van Loon, began several years ago as a business association. This had grown into a close friendship, blossoming through my son’s great respect for Robin’s knowledge, skills and character, as well as Robin’s passion for establishing Caminoverde. As a mother, I was simply pleased that my son offered this opportunity to travel with him and meet his good friend. As a lifelong lover of the natural world, I looked forward to a retreat in a tropical region, a stark contrast to my Northwest Kansas home. But as a seeker of the deeper layers of meaning in life, I was about to experience much more than joy in a pleasure trip. Traveling by plane, car and boat to that remote spot in the Peruvian rainforest, I was about to encounter a multi-national team of individuals who shared a common goal: working together to protect and restore this region of precious treasure. I was about to encounter hope.
On the descent into the Puerto Maldonado area, I saw columns of smoke rising above the canopy here and there. Already-cleared areas made a haphazard patchwork of scars on the land below. Traveling then by car to our river rendezvous with Caminoverde’s boat, we passed through some of those rural areas where acres of lush growth had recently given way to scorched brown earth. I had read that in other Amazonian regions, large enterprises are often responsible for leveling the forests. Here, it appeared to me that the local people were burning acres of trees as they sought to make a living raising cattle. I am a resident of the North American prairie, which is premium cattle ranching land, so I experienced a sense of dissonance as we passed herds of lanky cows searching for food among the blackened tree stumps. This was not ideal cattle country, I thought. In these rapidly changing times, was there a better way for the people to make their livings here, other than by endangering the rich natural resources with which their land is endowed? 
Those were some of my thoughts as we accepted and returned the warm greetings of our host, boarded a boat at river’s edge, and headed toward Caminoverde. Both sides of the sepia-toned Tambopata were lined with trees, some blossoming riotously while others towered regally above their neighbors. A couple of times, we passed what I learned were small mining operations on the river’s edge. I had read that gold mining, which releases mercury into the water, is yet another threat to the region, especially to the health of the indigenous people who make their homes in the rainforest. I sighed as I always do when I see grey clouds looming over great natural beauty.
But as we pulled up on the shore below Caminoverde, anticipation replaced all dark thoughts about our human foibles. Though I slipped on the very slick mud on the riverbank as I tried—a little too eagerly—to scramble up the steep path, willing arms helped me to climb the bank. I was about to be overcome by the place I was approaching. Maybe it’s better described in the vernacular of my generation: My mind was about to be blown.
Preserving and restoring the Amazonian forest, as well as respecting the well-being and culture of its indigenous people, are issues that have attracted attention around the globe. At the time of our visit, Caminoverde was hosting visiting researchers from Europe. Young, enthusiastic and energetic, the researchers rose before dawn, using drones and laptops to map out and assemble data on Caminoverde’s already successfully reforested acreage. In the community dining hall, where all took our meals at various times, the stimulating dinner conversation sometimes included review of that day’s efforts. This afforded a tiny glimpse of what is being accomplished at this remote, beautiful farm. Other times, we talked about our backgrounds, the weather, our cultures. How I relished this rare opportunity to converse with people whose outlooks were formed in such varying international environments!
As a visitor, I was free to rest and to wander at will. I was rewarded to discover that my ancient rudimentary Spanish still occupied a place in my 70-year-old brain, enough so that I could communicate with the Peruvians working on the farm and enjoy conversing with them. Andrew showed me around the main farmstead and I took little solo meditation strolls along the pathways. Particularly interesting to me, an amateur gardener, were the farmstead’s various landscaping projects, as well as the long nursery flats of trees being grown for replanting research. Beehives, families of bustling chickens, staff laundry day activities, staff undergoing farming or building tasks, the nearly 24/7 food prep activity in the kitchen—the farm was alive with industry.
But the true highlights of the week were the casual educational tours that Robin, an informed and passionate botanist, kindly conducted for my son and me. Every third step brought us opportunity to learn about yet another plant with medicinal properties, beautiful flowers or delicious fruits—sometimes all these attributes in the same plant. Species that I recognized as cute little potted gifts on the shelves of my town’s flower shop, or even on my own plant-stuffed window sills, presented themselves as tall wild shrubs thriving in this rich rainforest soil. With each light breeze, a tantalizing new jungle scent wafted past us. And a feeling that I can only describe as reverence filled me as I met some of the huge, ancient trees that stand on the property. Majestic, exuding a sense of wisdom, these trees reached toward heaven with branches alive with creatures and vines. Robin named and described properties and personalities of the plants as though they were friends and teachers. It was all magical, breathtaking.
And then there were the sounds of the forest.
Each evening, the air gradually filled to overflowing with rhythmic insect chants, accented by percussive cries of some mysterious jungle creature. This instrumental music accompanied the chorus of wild birds, whose songs were melodic, even hypnotizing—yet with sudden accent cries and whoops, at once startling and mysterious. At night, these concerts lured me into sleep that lasted until the officious roosters—those self-appointed overlords of the farm—announced the sun would be rising soon. Second only to the wonderful people I met there, it is perhaps the nightly choral symphony of Caminoverde that my thoughts return to most often.

I was so comfortable in our screened-in cabin that not only did sleeping come easily, but during the warm afternoons, I lazily and luxuriously finished the gripping novel I’d brought with me.  Naturally, I looked forward to heading to the lodge for the meals, many of whose fruits and vegetables were grown on the farm itself. A big stack of plantains and bananas in a corner of the kitchen offered anytime snacking. The meals were prepared by one of the two cooks who ran the kitchen that week Andrew and I were there. The wholesome and delicious food enhanced my feeling of well-being at this retreat—so much so that I found myself trying to recreate some of those dishes after I returned to my own home. To this day, I crave a banana with every meal. 
Robin, researchers, staff and residents at Caminoverde all welcomed Andrew and me so kindly. I believe that if I am blessed with a return to Caminoverde, I will be greeted almost like a member of the family. I would like that.
And next time I won’t wait a half-century to return to Peru.

Elisabeth Lagneaux
Elisabeth Lagneaux 3 years ago
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One of the best reforestation NGOs in the Peruvian Amazon

I have visited several reforestation projects in different parts of the Amazon and Camino Verde is the one that stands out to me as the best. Their decade-long experimentation with different reforestation designs on a pilot site gives them real expertise and practical knowledge on which trees are worth planting where. Many reforestation projects fail, because of a lack of focus on farmers economic needs, a poor understanding of practical field realities and little or no focus on diversity. Camino Verde knows that, and has been doing things differently. Their success rates are high, both regarding ecological and socio-economic indicators, and for that - congratulations !

Josh Wertheim
Josh Wertheim 3 years ago
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Awesome project, awesome people

This is such a beautiful project, and the people that keep it running are passionate, connected, sweet and kind. I stayed for a month and believe deeply in its mission, and the philosophy and theory its applying. Viva Camino Verde.

Max Rubinstein
Max Rubinstein 3 years ago
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Local agroforestry for all

I was incredibly fortunate to spend time at Camino Verde's location along the Tambopata river and I saw firsthand how a cleared forest can be replaced with native, restorative, and productive trees. This model of agriculture directly gives back to the land and to the farmers who work there. I can't wait to return one day and see how the trees we planted have flourished.

Camino Verde does not simply restore one site. Instead, they spread their methods throughout Peru and share them to everyone who visits or hears about its programs. My time there inspired me to start a native plant nursery back home.

mauricio cordova
mauricio cordova 8 years ago
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An amazing reforestation and conservation effort combining grassroots activism with scientific research

Camino Verde is a leading grassroots organization researching, testing and spreading knowledge about reforestation in the Amazon. Robin is one of the most committed persons I have met in nature conservation working in the Amazon, dedicating all of his time (several years!) and energy to Camino Verde´s cause.

14 Citizen’s Reviews

True love of trees!

Carrying saplings by boat for replantation takes such dedication and love of nature. What a wonderful project!

Amazing tree diversity project. Let's help them to growth.

This is a great project caring Peruvian Amazon area.Diversity in this project is a super must, Huge list of trees, with fruits, flowers, rare trees, endangered trees. You will enjoy only seeing many opportunities to choose different trees. Taking care of diversity costs are very affordable and my of species have been already completely coveredEven being not big project is now over-covered, they planted more than expected and still growing. Is a success story to learn. They answer you when you plant trees. Information of project is rich and diverse covering also biodiversity topics and many other contributions. We need to help them to continue growing and increase size of project.

Rebecca Wolfe
Rebecca Wolfe 3 years ago
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Camino Verde

Entering into Amazon primary rainforest is an experience like no other! To breathe with the lungs of our Earth! On that first boat ride Jan 2019, I’d never felt so happy to be alive! What an inspiration, to see the reforestation efforts and tree nursery of Camino Verde at Baltimori on the Tambopata River of Peru! What an honor to experience a team who is working to preserve the ~30% of the remaining primary rainforest and priceless biodiversity it contains. I loved most of all to hear the symphonies of bird songs, especially at dawn! Also, the experience of rainforest fruits with powerful flavors that were completely new to me, such as Guayo Blanco! Many people talk about wanting to help save the planet, and Camino Verde is actually doing the work!
In gratitude,
Rebecca Wolfe, BSN
Eugene, Oregon USA

Abby Jenkins
Abby Jenkins 3 years ago
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Amazing Reforestation Project in the Works

Camino Verde is not just a reforestation project, it is a means to reestablish connection to the land and work with the jungle in a beneficial way for all. Camino Verde utilizes farming and forestry practices that promotes sustenance, diversity, and longevity to not only the Peruvian Amazon itself, but the farmers that live within its jungle. Because their goals are so multifaceted and interconnected with the stewards of the land, the end result is an even more abundant forest that provides enough resources for all. This is the future of farming.

I was lucky enough to spend three weeks working with the team at Camino Verde and in that short time, I could see the immense amount of change they were creating. We were able to transform an entire area that was growing wild with invasive plants by replanting many different types of fruit bearing trees. They would soon become sustenance for the soil, the animals, and the farmers that inhabited the land. The most important part is that this process would have eventually occurred naturally , but would have taken generations. Camino Verde speeds up the forest's natural process and makes sustenance, and more quickly accessible. This organization shows what can be done with land that is by far more productive than monoculture farming.

Bacana Skincare
Bacana Skincare 3 years ago
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Amazing project by Great people

Camino Verde is bringing a systematic approach to reforestation. Robin and his teammates are not only planting trees, they are re-creating the natural blend of rainforest and also supporting locals to create oils in a sustainable way. At Bacana Skincare we are proud to support Camino Verde because we know they are making difference for Nature.

Nancy Zam
Nancy Zam 3 years ago
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Innovative agroforestry and biodiversity restoration

I traveled to Camino Verdes flagship site in Peru to find a deforested landscape transformed into an oasis of biodiversity and a profitable model for the community. Many of the plants can be harvested as fruits, herbs or transformed into oils. I particularly remembered how everything include the community seemed well cared for and genuinely happy. To me that’s a good indication of regenerative.

Florencia Quiroga
Florencia Quiroga 3 years ago
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Beautiful intersection of people and forests

Great example of a project that workes by people who recognize the seeds planted, know how to plant and take care of the trees. Alls this is possible because it involves farmers in 4 different communities in the Peruvian Amazon.
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Seed and grow
Seed and grow 4 years ago
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Excellent example for diversity

I've been searching for more projects like this one. With no less then 87 tree-species it is likely a success when it comes to diversity. More tree specieis mean lower risk of failure and higher level of attraction of other flora and fauna.

The project does not plant millions of trees but that is not the key always. The key is creating a self sustaining eco-system again. The chances to master this are high.

Andrew Thornton
Andrew Thornton 5 years ago
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Amazing project - deeply thoughtful - have visited in person

Camino Verde is a truly incredible project; innovative and experimental, grounded in expert knowledge and deep connection with the rainforest and its community. Over 15 years Robin and his team has worked to find new agroforestry practices that flourish in local contexts and then share them throughout the region. One of the most thoughtful, successful and inspiring projects I have ever visited!

Blair Butterfield
Blair Butterfield 5 years ago
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A Beautiful and Inspiring Place

This is the real deal! This is a project that is inspiring and demonstrating what it means to regenerate the rainforest. In the heart of the Southern Amazon, there is so much life and biodiversity that the Camino Verde team is working to conserve and bring back. They are dedicated and knowledgeable of rainforest restoration in tandem with local people. Addressing deforestation at its core, the cultural aspects.

Jeff Greene
Jeff Greene 8 years ago
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Outstanding Rainforest Savior

Camino Verde is an incredibly effective organization that has planted thousands of trees in the Peruvian Amazon, demonstrated to local farmers how to make their land more productive, and worked to preserve indigenous wisdom. Its visionary leader, Robin Van Loon, has built a dedicated, efficient, and skilled organization and staff that is working every day to preserve the Amazon rainforest, one of the earth's most precious and endangered resources.

Samuel Goodman
Samuel Goodman 8 years ago
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Small NGO in Peru's Tambopata region with unique approach to reforestation.

Under the guidance of Executive Director, Robin Van Loon, Camino Verde has emerged as a well-respected NGO in the Tambopata region of the Peruvian Amazon. Robin is a passionate leader and his commitment to the Baltimore community is undeniable. I previously interned at Camino Verde during the summer of 2013 and can personally attest to the success of his reforestation projects.

Ethan Soloviev
Ethan Soloviev 8 years ago
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Excellent agroforestry work

Integrating agroforestry with local farming enhances economic livelihoods while increasing ecosystem function. Great project!

Sarah Ashton
Sarah Ashton 8 years ago
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For the love of trees

Just visited the Camino Verde farms in November 2016 after having it on my travel to-do list since its founding. Have watched it grow from afar over the years. It's so impressive to know what they started with and where they are now. An amazing team doing so much great work! Planted a few trees along with them. So satisfying. Super legit. By working with local farmers, they go way past philanthropy to environmental and social justice and they're happy to bring any who want to join along for the ride. Thanks for your work CV crew!

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