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Thursday, 10 August, 07.30-17.00

Thursday is reserved for the In-Congress Tours; there are noconcurrent events in the Congress Programme. There are atotal of 9 routes which give delegates and accompanyingpersons an overview of Malaysian forestry, forest industry andplaces of tourist attractions. All prices quoted are inclusive oflunch. All tours will end at PWTC by 1700 hours except forRoutes 1 and 3. Suitable clothing and shoes should be worn.

Exchange rate (December 1999) USD 1 = RM3.80Please refer to page 55 for tour policy/procedure

Route 1: Rubber Wood Industry in HistoricalMalaccaPrice: USD50.00 per personMaximum number of persons: 240

Technical visits:Participants will have the opportunity to visit a rubberwoodfurniture processing plant in Bukit Rambai Industrial Estateof Malacca, which is about 2 hours by coach from KualaLumpur. Advanced machinery such as CNC machine can beseen in the production system to meet the quality requirementsof international buyers. With its good machiningcharacteristics, rubber wood products are produced either ina natural finish or can also be readily stained in variousshades and colours to suit the taste of consumers.

Other attractions:Visit historical sites in the Malacca town centre and Air KerohRecreational Forest. The historical sites include Street ofHarmony, Jonker Street, The Dutch Square, St. Paul�s Churchand Porta De Santiago.

Route 2: Landscape, Recreation and UrbanForestryPrice: USD50.00 per personMaximum number of persons: 320

Technical visits:Participants will be taken on a guided tour of several recreationfacilities, urban and suburban parks which were created as aresult of rising demands of the increasing affluent society.Putra Jaya, the new administrative center for Malaysia, wascreated from former rubber and oil palm plantations. Greatpains were taken to ensure that it would not only be majesticarchitecturally, but also blend with the landscaping aspectsof the whole complex.

IN-CONGRESS TOURS Paya Indah, on the other hand, is a result of a national effort toconvert the once lifeless, barren landscape of a former miningarea into one covered with greenery and teeming with adiversity of animal life.

Participants will be able to observe the result of two differentapproaches in landscaping effort towards elevating the qualityof life of the society. A tour of the landscaped parks without avisit to the institution responsible in producing the manyprofessionals involved in such endeavor would not becomplete. Universiti Putra Malaysia, formerly known asUniversiti Pertanian Malaysia, is the premier university in thecountry that produces professionals in agriculture and relatedfields such as forestry, resource management and fisheriesamong others locally. Participants will be taken on a guidedtour of the campus in general and a short visit to the forestryfaculty.

Other attractions:Look out for the rubber and oil palm plantations as one goestowards Putra Jaya and Paya Indah. Other landscapes thatone would also notice is the peat swamp forests around thePaya Indah or Wetland Sanctuary premise.

Route 3: The Tropical Lowland Rainforest -Research and Recreation in the Stateof Negri SembilanPrice: USD50.00 per personMaximum number of persons:100

Technical visits:The tour takes participants to two tropical lowland rainfor-ests, one designated for recreation and the other for research.Jeram Toi recreational park features spectacular river cas-cades, and is one of six forest parks developed in NegriSembilan for the purpose of ecotourism and recreation. PasohForest Reserve, which is the highlight of this tour, has beenthe centre of intensive research on lowland rainforest ecologyand dynamics under a number of joint international researchprogrammes. Under the MAB Programme, it was declared anInternational Biosphere Reserve. Pasoh has a floristicallyrich forest. In a 50-hectare research plot, a total of more than335,000 trees of at least one centimetre diameter (dbh) havebeen recorded. These represented 814 species, 294 generaand 78 families.

Other attractions:The Sri Menanti Palace, which is now a Royal Museum.

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Route 6: Integrating Forest LandscapeManagement in Land DevelopmentPrice: USD50.00 per personMaximum number of persons: 240

Technical visits:Land development especially in the highland area needsproper management to harmonise the development withnature. This will ensure minimum impacts to the naturalenvironment. Slope cutting and tree removal for thedevelopment should consider the integration with nature. Overdevelopment in such a sensitive area will result in environmentinstability and in the end humans will also be affected.

The main visit in this route is Tanarimba, Janda Baik. It is adevelopment project in the pine forest, located in highlandarea in the state of Pahang. The area, which covers 7,299hectares, is developed for residential and recreation. The visitwill include the Project development tour and leisure tour ofEnderong Recreational Base. Some of the areas arepreserved for education and eco-tourism. The concept of theproject is �blends man-made and natural element forecologically-sensitive community development�. Developmentof the area is based on integration between humanconstruction and natural forest landscape. The naturallandscape is sustained to preserve its beauty and importantroles to protect the environment. On the way to Tanarimba,participants can observe the conifer forest which is located atthe side of the main road. The conifer forest was established15 years ago mainly for rehabilitation purposes as well aserosion control. The area had emerged as an attractive spotfor recreation due to its beautiful scenery and unique forest.Conifer forests are rare in this country.

Other attractions:Aquaculture Development Centre and Best Harvest MushroomFarm.

Route 5: Plantation of Drybalanops aromaticaPrice: USD50.00 per personMaximum number of persons: 240

Technical visits:Commonwealth Forest ParkLocated adjacent to the Kanching Recreational Forest. Thepark was launched to commemorate the 14th CommonwealthForestry Conference which was held in Kuala Lumpur inSeptember 1993. It is destined to become one of the majorareas for eco-tourism in the Asean region. It is a uniquearboretum of both local and exotic plant species from theCommonwealth Countries. The major attraction is a beautifulDryobalanops aromatica (Kapur) stand which is consideredpeculiar as records show that its distribution is only on theEast of Peninsular Malaysia. The Kapur stands at the westcoast have obviously been introduced when camphor wastraded between the east coast and the west coast of PeninsulaMalaysia. This species was planted in the early 1900. Kapuris regarded as the most suitable species for forestmanagement and has been placed at the top of silviculturallist of trees for plantation.

Other attractions:Canopy walk way, jungle trekking, crystal and �batik� products.

Route 4: Forest Management andWildlife ConservationPrice: USD50.00 per personMaximum number of persons: 320

Technical visits:Participants will have the opportunity to visit the ForestManagement Demonstration Center at Sungai Tekala,Selangor, which is run by the Forestry Department ofPeninsular Malaysia. Various forest management practicesare demonstrated on a smaller scale in the endeavour tomanage forest resources sustainably. A visit to the Wildlifeand National Park Department will also be organised toexpose participants to wildlife conservation efforts in thecountry.

Other attractions:Participants will be able to observe the semi-rural landscapeas they are driven through the countryside. Things to look forinclude a water catchment forest, rubber plantations, oil palmsplantations, fruit tree orchards and other agricultural practicesin the rural landscape.

Route 7: Visit to Premier Research Institutions:FRIM and MRBPrice: USD30.00 per personMaximum number of persons: 320

Technical visits:The Forest Research Institute of Malaysia (FRIM) in Kepongprovides an educational experience and a breathtaking viewof a typical Malaysian forest. Located in Kepong, 16 kmnorthwest of Kuala Lumpur, there are jungle trails, waterfalls,arboretum, a herbarium, a library and a museum. The ForestResearch Institute of Malaysia has a worldwide reputation asa centre of excellence in forestry research.

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Route 8: Mangrove and its CommunityPrice: USD50.00 per personMaximum number of persons: 120

Technical visits:In Kuala Selangor, participants will be taken to Kuala SelangorNature Park (KSNP). The 297-hectare KSNP comprises awide variety of habitats among which the mangrove forest, thesecondary forest, the estuary of the Selangor River, mud flatsand the brackish water lake system are of importance. Themangrove forest, which is the most important ecosystem inthe park, covers 95 hectares. It is an excellent place to observethe myriad flora and fauna unique to the mangroves. After theconstruction of a coastal bund, an area of 201 hectares of aformer mangrove forest eventually became secondary forestthat is dominated by strangling figs and other coastal trees.The man-made lake system, which sources the brackishwater from the estuary of the Selangor River, is situatedbetween the two forest types. The Kuala Selangor Nature Parkshelters about 156 species of birds (resident and migratory),a variety of insect, spiders, molluscs, crabs, fish, reptiles andmammals. It is also the home to many unique and interestinganimals such as the mud skipper, mud lobster, king crab,smooth otter and the silvered leaf monkey. In addition, thepark plays an important role by acting as a buffer to protect thesurrounding economically important cockle and prawn-farming industries.

Route 9: Cultural Heritage of the Aboriginesand Lowland Tropical ForestsPrice: USD50.00 per personMaximum number of persons: 80

Technical visits:The aborigines of Malaysia are known as �Orang Asli�.Participants can have an insight glimpse into the lifestyle andsocial cultures of �Orang Asli�. Their way of life is closely relatedto the tropical forests. The participants will be taken to visit theOrang Asli Museum at the 24th kilometer, Jalan Pahang,Gombak of Selangor Darul Ehsan, set up by the Departmentof the Orang Asli Affairs. The functions of the museum are topreserve, as a reference, historical events pertaining to theOrang Asli of Peninsular Malaysia; to gather all artifactspertaining to the cultural heritage of the Orang Asli; and tofacilitate research into the history and background of the OrangAsli of Peninsular Malaysia. Participants will be taken to thebase-camp Jungle Lodge Alang Sedayu. They will then begina forest walk to the primary lowland tropical forest and observethe architecture of leaves, trees, epiphytes, lianas and millionsof tiny life forms like insects such as beetles, cicadas, andbutterflies to name a few.

Other attractions:The International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) and Batu

Caves.

Note:Dress code to visit IIUM is strictly long trousers or long skirts.For the forest walk participants are advised to wear suitableattire and bring along extra shoes/sandals and towel.

The Malaysia Rubber Board (MRB), established in 1998, is amerger of the Rubber Research Institute of Malaysia (RRIM),the Malaysia Rubber Research and Development Board(MRRDB) and the Malaysian Rubber Exchange and LicensingBoard (MRELB). The primary objective of MRB is to assist inthe development and modernisation of the Malaysian rubberindustry in all aspects, from cultivation of the rubber tree, theextraction and processing of its raw rubber to the manufactureof rubber goods and the marketing of rubber and rubberproducts. The MRB�s Research and Development activitiesare carried out at its two Experiment Stations in Sungai Buloh,Selangor, and in Kota Tinggi, Johore.

Other attractions:Pewter factory, Batu Caves Complex (the national centre forthe annual Thaipusam celebrations of the Hindus).

Other attractions:Bukit Malawati or Bukit Melawati, was once one of the largertwo fortressess in Kuala Selangor. It was also the burialground of Selangor�s early Bugis rulers. The majestic raintrees that stand on the hill top of Bukit Melawati provide anatural shade, which act as a cooling buffer on a hot sunnyday. In addition, several other historical attractions such asthe Altingshurg Lighthouse, the Royal Mausoleum, the ruinedFort Melawati, a fabled execution-block and the legendary 100steps are located within the vicinity of this hill. Bukit Malawatioverlooks the green belt of mangrove forests along theSelangor coast, thus providing a unique panoramic view ofthe Kuala Selangor Nature Park.

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POST-CONGRESS EXCURSIONS

A total of 15 post-Congress excursions have been planned. They will start from Kuala Lumpur on Sunday morning, 13 August2000. Each route will include scientific features and tourist attractions for delegates and accompanying persons.

Nine routes involve visits to various states in Malaysia. Six of the excursions will visit neighbouring countries: Brunei Darussalam,Indonesia, Thailand and Singapore. The excursions to the neighbouring countries will end at the international airports in therespective countries. To save cost, participants are advised to make arrangement with the Tour Organiser (address on page 60)to return to Kuala Lumpur for their home-bound flights.

Excursion fees cover full board, admission, transportation and accommodation. Appropriate outdoor clothing (raincoats, lightjackets, walking shoes or rubber boots, etc.) is recommended.

For most participants, travelling to Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia, Singapore and Thailand requires a visa. Please check withrespective embassies in your country.

The Post-Congress Excursion fee does not include medical care or travel insurance. The organisers are not responsible forinjuries or losses suffered by delegates or accompanying persons, nor for lost or damaged luggage or personal belongings.Please make your own arrangements for travel insurance before coming to Malaysia.

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Route 1 Best Managed Mangrove Forestin Malaysia

(Maximum number of persons: 80)

Technical visits: Participants will visit a Matang MangroveForest, the largest single mangrove forest in PeninsularMalaysia estimated at 106,104 hectares. It has beenacknowledged to be the best managed mangrove forest inMalaysia. It plays an important role in fishery production,coastal habitats for specialized trees as well as for manycommon, threatened and endangered species.

Other attractions: In addition, participants will visit KualaKangsar, located 48 km north of Ipoh, the royal town of Perak.It is dominated by three beautiful buildings-the Royal Palace,the Royal Museum and the Ubudiah mosque. Kuala Kangsaris also the home of the rubber industry. Today, the last survivingrubber tree of the original batch that was brought from London�sKew Gardens by H.N. Ridley (1877) can be seen at the districtoffice.

In Penang, participants will visit the Penang Butterfly Farmand the Penang Forestry Museum.

Route 2 Growing Trees for the Future


Technical visits: Participants will visit a Multi-Storied ForestManagement project at Chikus Forest Reserve, Perak. Thepurpose of this project is to collect information for establishinga Multi-Storied Forest Management system which wouldcontribute to the promotion of reforestation/afforestation andthe suitable development of the forests in the tropic. Thestudy site comprises 2000 ha of lowland forest out of whichabout 750 ha were planted with Acacia mangium in 1989.

Participants will visit a Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF) milllocated in Merbok. It is the largest MDF factory in North WestMalaysia, which was incorporated in July 1993. To meet itsgoal of �Building a better environment is our business�, MerbokMDF utilizes plantation wood resources with the world�s mostsophisticated wood processing technology. Merbokmanufactures high quality medium density fibreboard (MDF).

FRIM�s Sub-station in Mata Ayer, Perlis, is the oldest teakresearch centre in Malaysia. The centre was established in1953. It is located in Mata Ayer Forest Reserve, Jalan PadangBesar, Perlis. The forest reserve covers an area of 455 ha.The elevation of the area is 30m above sea-level.

Other attractions: Langkawi Island is one of the most famousdestinations, known the world over for its idyllic settings,legends and myths. Amongst the popular places of interestare: Eagle�s Square, Langkawi Crocodile Farm and CraftCultural Complex. Participants can find exhibits of local craftartistically created with the skill and creativity inherited frompast generations.

Besides visiting interesting places, participants will also bebriefed on the forestry activities on the island conducted by theForestry Department and a site visit to the oldest teak standand mangrove forest.

Route 3 Sustainable Forest Managementof Natural Forest


Technical visits: Participants will visit and observe the loggingactivities carried out in the concession area of a timber complex,KPKKT, which owns forest concession of about 108,860hectares of tropical rainforest covering four forest reserves,namely Jerangau (9,710 hectares), Pasir Raja (38,000hectares), Jengai (51,600 hectares) and Besul (9,550hectares). The main activities of the complex are 1) forestmanagement and planning, 2) harvesting, 3) log distributionand 4) forest development. The forests are managed undersustainable forest management system, i.e using SelectiveManagement System and other set criteria which include thefollowing activities: 1) pre-felling forest inventory, 2) treemarking and boundary maintenance, 3) harvesting, 4) post-felling forest inventory, 5) silvicltural treatment, and 6) treeplanting. The dominant species found in the area are Shoreacurtisii (Meranti seraya), Shorea acuminata (Meranti rambaidaun), Dipterocarpus spp (Keruing) and Palaquium spp(Nyatoh).

Other attractions: Participants will stay at the Kenyir LakeResort and tour around the lake by boat. It is located in theinterior of Terengganu and is Southeast Asia�s largest man-made lake covering 340 islands, more than 14 waterfalls,rapids, limestone caves and lush tropical rain forests. Othervisits include a wood-based downstream industry that utilisedtree stumps for decorative items and furniture, batik-making,and a cultural market in Kuala Terengganu.

Departure Kuala Lumpur, 13 August, 08:00Route Kuala Lumpur � Multi-storied Forest, Bidor

� Kuala Kangsar - MDF, Merbok � Mata

Ayer � Langkawi - Kuala Lumpur

Final destination Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA)

Transportation Coach/ (Airplane)

Twin-sharing USD225.00Single USD270.00

Accommodation Resort / Hotel

Departure Kuala Lumpur, 13 August, 08:00Route Kuala Lumpur � Kuala Kangsar � Taiping �

Penang - Kuala Lumpur


Transportation Coach/ (Airplane)


Accommodation 5-star resort

Excursion fee/person

Departure Kuala Lumpur, 13 August, 05:30Route Kuala Lumpur - Kuala Terengganu - KPKKT -

Kenyir Lake - Kuala Berang - Kuala Lumpur


Transportation Airplane/Coach


Accommodation Kenyir Lake Golf Resort

Excursion fee/personDuration

3D/2N

Duration

3D/2N

Participants who wish to return toKuala Lumpur by airplane, pleaseadd USD30.00 for the Airfare

Participants who wish to return toKuala Lumpur by airplane, pleaseadd USD40.00 for the Airfare

Duration

3D/2N


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Route 4 National Park Management

Technical visits: The Taman Negara is the largest NationalPark in Malaysia covering 4,343 square kilometers. It is anundisturbed forest and natural habitat for a variety of flora andfauna with some that are endemic at Taman Negara.

The most conspicuous feature of Taman Negara is the varietyof bird species. More than 300 species have been recordedat Taman Negara and participants most probably will seeand hear hornbills, pheasants, fish eagles, kingfishers andother species during the jungle tracking and observing fromthe canopy walkway. Exploring Gua Telinga will expose theparticipant to the unique caves carved through the limestoneoutcrop by a stream that runs through the cave. Ancientdrawings on the cave wall speak of a mysterious past.

Other attractions: Forest plantation, hybrids and clones ofrubber trees, Acacia spp., rattans and pines planted in the35,000 hectares area managed by Forestry Department.Participants will visit a woodcraft factory located at Mentakabthat makes furniture and woodcraft which are 90% hand madefrom teak and rubber wood. A visit to a sawmill will expose theparticipants to the process of making medium densityfibrewood from rubber wood.

Things to bring: Suitable clothes and boots for jungletrekking, insect repellent, water bottle, camera, torchlight.

Route 5 Wood Processing Industry

Technical visits: A visit to the furniture manufacturing factoryis a must as timber is a major contributor to Malaysia�seconomy. Participants will be able to see rubberwood beingprocessed and manufactured into high quality and exportoriented products including settees, dining sets and otherutility items. An opportunity to witness solid rubberwood beingprocessed into bent-wood, an item commonly used in high-ends furniture should not be missed.

While the officers brief you on the splendour and exotics ofthe tropical rain forest, be mesmerized by the myth andmystery of the Gunung Ledang also known as Mount Ophir,created by volcano eruption millions of years ago.

Other attractions: Johor, the southern state of PeninsularMalaysia with Singapore across the causeway, is synonymouswith orchids and ceramics. Orchid lovers will be fascinatedwith rainbow-coloured orchids blooming at the Orchid Valley.The Air Hitam part of the trip is a haven for cheap and goodquality ceramics. And while you are at it, savor the richness ofMalaysian food mixed with spices and herbs at the NasuhaEnterprise Sdn. Bhd., a plantation and factory for exotic herbsand spices of Malaysia.

Route 6 Model of Certified Forest andOrang Utan Rehabilitation

Technical visits: Deramakot Forest Reserve (DFR), coversan area of 55,000 ha, has been certified under Qualifor ForestryProgramme by SGS - Forestry Malaysia in 1997. It consists ofmixed dipterocarp forests dominated by Parashorea species.In 1989, a sustainable forest management (SFM) project,supported by GTZ was launched with the objective to developa model forest management plan within this forest reserve.The project activities included the preparation of guidelines inforest management planning, forest resource inventory,improvement of infrastructure and training programmes.Reduced impact logging and low impact logging practiceswere implemented in harvesting operarions.

Prior to commencement of sustainable forest management,the forest had been logged according to the Modified MalayanUniform System with subsequent silviculture treatments. Theprinciple approach adopted under SFM includes a multipleuse forestry concept, a three-tiered management system anda structural process of planning, implementation and control.At DFR participants will have the opportunity to witness someof the above practices on the ground.

A visit to Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre will enable theparticipants to appreciate efforts in wildlife conservation.Discussion with the scientist at the Forestry Research Centreprovides more understanding on sustainable managementof tropical forests. Participants will have a wonderful timeenjoying the scenic beauty at Kinabalu Park.

Other attractions: Participants will enjoy the scenic beauty ofPoring Hotspring. The participants will also be entertained bya cultural show in Kota Kinabalu.

Departure Kuala Lumpur, 13 August, 07:00Route Kuala Lumpur � Sandakan � Deramakot �

Sandakan � Kota Kinabalu - Kuala Lumpur




Accommodation Renaissance (Sandakan), Hyatt Regency(Kota Kinabalu)

Inclusive of : * Air fare : KUL - Sandakan-K. Kinabalu - KUL* Transfer in KUL (Hotel/KLIA/Hotel), Sandakan & K. Kinabalu



Departure Kuala Lumpur, 13 August, 07:00Route Kuala Lumpur - Pagoh Industrial Area -

Gunung Ledang Resorts - Air Hitam -Simpang Renggam - Skudai - Johor Bahru

- SingaporeFinal destination Changi International Airport, Singapore

Transportation Coach


Accommodation 4-star or equivalent



Accommodation Taman Negara Resort and 5 star hotel


Departure Kuala Lumpur, 13 August, 07:00

Route Kuala Lumpur � Taman Negara � Temerloh� Mentakab � Kuala Lumpur


Transportation Coach and River Boat



Duration

4D/3N

Duration

3D/2N

Duration

4D/3N

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Route 7 Biodiversity in SustainablyManaged Forest



Route 9 Role of Local People


Technical visits: The 7,000-hectare pristine Lambir HillsNational Park is covered with virgin rich stands of mixeddipterocarp forests. The visit will take participants to the eight-hectare Canopy Biology Plot and an exhilarating climb up a40-metre tree tower from which they can view the typical canopystructure of the forests and the scenic beauty of thesurrounding hills. At Niah National Park, participants will visitthe Niah Museum which showcases the historical,archeological and cultural heritage of the Niah Caves. At theGreat Caves, participants will witness demonstration bymembers of the local communities on the collection of guanoand harvesting of edible �birds� nests� from the caves, theirtraditional economic activities.

Participants will visit the local Berawan and Penan settlementsalong the Melinau River and will get the opportunity to knowthe local people living near the Mulu National Park.Participants will then visit the beautiful limestone formationsin Lang Cave, the awesome underground passage of DeerCave and the splendid Wind Cave.

Other attractions: Latak Waterfall at Lambir Hills NationalPark and Sarawak�s first oil well (nicknamed �Grand Old Lady�)drilled in 1910.

Departure Kuala Lumpur, 13 August, 07:00Route Kuala Lumpur - Miri - Mulu - Miri -

KLIAFinal destination Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA)

Transportation Airplane/Coach/longboat


Accommodation Holiday Inn, Miri & Royal Mulu ResortInclusive of: * Air fare: KUL - Miri - Mulu - Miri - KUL * Transfer in KUL (Hotel/KLIA/Hotel), Miri and Mulu


Departure Kuala Lumpur, 13 August, 05:00

Route K.L. � Kota Kinabalu � Lahad Datu�Kota Kinabalu - KLIA


Transportation Airplane/CoachDuration: 4D/3N

Twin-sharing USD815.00Single USD850.00Twin-sharing USD720.00Single USD750.00Inclusive of: * Air fare: KUL - Kota Kinabalu - Lahad Datu - Kota

Kinabalu - KUL* Transfer in KUL (Hotel/KLIA/Hotel), Lahad Datu & Kota Kinabalu

Accommodation in

Borneo Rainforest Lodge

Accommodation in DanumValley Field Centre

Departure Kuala Lumpur, 13 August, 06:00Route Kuala Lumpur - Sibu - Kuching -

Kuala LumpurFinal destination Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA)



Accommodation TanahMas (Sibu), Crowne Plaza Riverside(Kuching)

Inclusive of : * Air fare : KUL - Sibu - Kuching - KUL* Transfer in KUL (Hotel/KLIA/Hotel), Sibu and Kuching


Technical visits: Participants will visit the famous DanumValley Field Centre. The above conservation area is one of thelast remaining preserves of primary lowland rainforest in Asia.The Danum Valley provides the participants with an unparal-leled ecological experience into the wilds and wonders ofancient tropical forests. Within its 438 square kilometers therich diversity of animal and plant life display the complex inter-action of a natural, dynamic ecosystem found only in rainfor-ests. As one of the few private protected areas in Malaysia,Danum represents not only a natural treasure, but also anopportunity for land managers and conservationists to worktogether to sustain the biological resources unique to tropicalhabitats.

Participants will then be visiting the Innoprise-FACE Founda-tion Rainforest Rehabilitation Project (INFAPRO) and tree plant-ing of the indigenous tree species in logged over rainforest. Ashort visit to the Taliwas Forestry and Recreation Centre(TFRC)/Forest Regeneration and Research (FRR) will pro-vide understanding of the study carried out on the suitability offast growing tree species at the centre.

Other attractions: Participants will visit one of the largestmanufacturers of sawn timber, plywood and veneer in Malay-sia, the Pacific Hardwoods Integrated Wood Processing Com-plex. A visit to the Kinabalu Park will then follow. Participantswill enjoy the majestic tip of south-east Asia�s highest pointand its surrounding park which consists of many endemicspecies of flora and fauna. The participants will also be enter-tained by a cultural show in Kota Kinabalu.

Technical visits: Participants will observe the operational ac-tivities of a plywood sawmill in Sibu. The journey to the peatswamp logging area is by express boat along the mightyRejang River. At the logging site, participants will have a closelook at the logging activities - tree felling and transporting oflogs by �kuda-kuda�; loading and rafting at the log pond.

At the Botanical Research Centre, participants can catch aglimpse of the unusual wild orchids, tropical palms, and localmedicinal plants collected for conservation purposes. TheSemenggoh Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre is the temporaryhome for various endangered animals, especially orang utansand hornbills rescued from captivity.

Other attractions: Bako National Park which is a treasurechest of fauna and flora with various forest types and a varietyof animals including the leaf-eating proboscis and silver-leafmonkeys. Sarawak Cultural Village. Pottery Centre. TheKuching Waterfront.


Route 8 Peat Swamp Forest Management

4D/3N

Duration

Duration

4D/3N

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Route 10 Forest Gene Resources in Thailand

Technical visits: Participants will observe nursery operations,vegetative propagation of forest trees, species diversitycollection, herbs and medicinal plants collection, silviculturalresearch programmes and wetland under RAMSAR, whereaquatic birds are conserved. Then proceed to visit the WildlifeRaising and Nursing Centre, rattan seed orchard, tropicalrainforest species diversity and mangrove forest under thejoint project between the Royal Forest Department and JICA.

Other attractions: The Southern Studies Centre exhibition onthe southern traditional living customs. Silkworm rearing andweaving at Koh Yor will be very attractive. Sailing in the Phang-nga bay to visit some spectacular islands, especially Pan YeeIsland where marine minority groups are staying and earningtheir living by fishing and tourism. Mineral water bathing isalso popular at Ranong.

Route I I Agroforestry and CommunityForest in Thailand

Technical visits: Participants will study activities undertakenby the former ASEAN Forest Tree Seed Centre Project on foresttree seed procurement, handing, storage and management,including vegetative propagation of forest trees. A large scalenursery centre where about 5 million seedlings are producedannually for distribution to farmers and government agencies.An example of private forest plantation with intensivemanagement regime will be visited as well as agroforestryplots where forest trees and cash crops can be raised together.Finally, a community forestry programme with people�sparticipation will be observed.

Other attractions: Golfing at Muak Lek Forest Hill Golf Coursewithin the natural valley of hills and forests. Thereafter, thereis a possibility to visit an earthware factory where traditionaland old technical earthware production is still practised. Avisit to the Historical Park at the Phanom Roong Ruins will bevery interesting to all participants. A spectacular view andcoach ride along Mekong River.

Route 12 Teak Plantation inCentral Java, Indonesia

Technical visits: The teak plantation in Central Java ismanaged by Perum Perhutani, a government ownedenterprise, entrusted to manage the government�s forest inJava and Madura. Teak dominates the forest of Java andMadura, covering an area of one million hectares. The SeedProduction Area is located in Kendal Forest District about 30Km from Semarang. Social Forestry Program is implementatedto benefit the local people and improve the environment.Among the activities is planting of pineapple among teakplantation. The Wanagama Educational Forest establishedin 1966 is owned by the Gadjah Mada University. It depicts thesuccessful reforestation activities of degraded areas.Delegates will visit experimental plots on research intosustainable development of environmentally fragile areas.

The Forest Tree Improvement Research and DevelopmentInstitute (FTIRDI), Purwobinagun, is located about 15 KmNorthwest of Yogyakarta. It was established in 1990 with thecooperation of the Japan International Cooperation Agency(JICA). Improving the development of the Industrial ForestPlantation is the main activity of the Institute.

Other attractions: Borobudur Temple and PrambananTemple


Departure Kuala Lumpur, 13 August, 07:00Route Kuala Lumpur - Hat Yai (by air). Hat

Yai - Pattalung - Trang - Pan YeeIsland Phuket - Ranong. Ranong -Bangkok (by air)

Final destination Bangkok International AirportTransportation Airplane/coach

Twin sharing USD735.00Single USD1085.00

Accommodation 4/5-star hotels

Inclusive of: Air fare (one-way): KUL - Hat Yai/Bangkok


Departure Kuala Lumpur, 13 August, 07:00Route Kuala Lumpur - Bangkok (by air). Bangkok -

Saraburi - Nakom Ratchasima - Buriram -Srisaket -Amnart Charoen - Ubon Ratchthani.

Ubon Ratchthani - Bangkok (by air)

Final destination Bangkok International AirportTransportation Airplane/coach


Accommodation 4/5-star hotelsInclusive of: Air fare (one way): KUL - Bangkok

Departure Kuala Lumpur, 13 August, 07:00Route Kuala Lumpur � Jakarta � Semarang �

Kendal � Yogyakarta � Borobodur �Prambahan - Wanagama � FTIRDIPurwobinagun - Jakarta

Final destination Jakarta International AirportTransportation Airplane/coach


Accommodation 3-star hotels

Inclusive of: Air fare (one-way): KUL - Jakarta � Semarang Yogyakarta � Jakarta

Excursion fee/personDuration

Duration

Duration

5D/4N

4D/3N

5D/4N

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Route 15 National Park Managementin Brunei Darussalam

Technical visits: Ulu Temburong National Park, KualaBelalong Field Study Center and Outward Bound BruneiDarussalam

Participants will be met at the airport and proceed to the jettyfor a scenic speedboat ride to Bangar Town. The ride willpass through the World famous �Kampong Ayer or watervillage� where history and culture are combined to form anawe inspiring journey. From here the ride will enter quietlyinto another captivating sight - a meandering water channelwhich is lined with mangrove - reputed to be the largest in theregion. The journey will pass through Sarawak territory beforeentering Bangar Town. From here another 20 minutes driveto Kampong Batang Duri before � temuai� long boat ride to theNational Park.

Other attractions: Pulau Selirong Mangrove Park, famousfor its pristine mangrove, a fascinating natural scenery ofKampong Ayer and captivating sight, sounds and smells ofmangrove forests.

Participants will visit the Perawang factory. The researchand development activities of the company is focused onincreasing production efficiency, developing new productsand enhancing forest product quality. Indiah Kiat has alsotaken steps in controlling industrial waste.

Arara Abadi is a private national company, which alsodevelops industrial forest plantations. Up to June 1994,76,755 ha has been planted with Acacia mangium, A.crassicarpa and Eucalyptus spp. Arara Abadi, suppliesraw material for pulp & paper processing to Indah Kiat. Ithas nursery facilities, which can hold about 40 millionseedlings per year. The company has also incorporatedForest Community Development Program into its activitiesto benefit the local community living surrounding the forest.For the purpose of flora and fauna conservation, Arara Abadiretained 30% of its forest concession areas as indigenousregulation.

Other attractions: Elephant Training Centre

Departure Kuala Lumpur, 13 August, 07:00Route Kuala Lumpur - Bandar Seri Begawan -

Bangar - Batang Duri - Bangar - Bandar

Seri Begawan

Final destination Bandar Seri Begawan International Airport

Transportation Airplane, bus, speed boat and long boat �temuai�

DurationOption I: 2D/1N USD510.00Option II: 3D/2N USD635.00Accommodation Guesthouse (bunk rooms with 4-8 beds with

adjacent bathroom)/Hotels

Inclusive of: Air fare: KUL - Bandar Seri Bengawan

Route 14 Pulp and Paper Industry in Riau,Indonesia

Technical visits: Indiah Kiat is one of the largest pulp andpaper companies in Asia excluding Japan. It has been inoperation for 20 years. The company manages 123,000hectares of industrial forest plantation in Riau. It has threemajor mills located in Tangerang, Serang and Perawang.

Technical visits: The Bogor Botanical Garden is a livingmuseum with the most complete collection of tropical plantsin the world. Situated on 87 hectares of land, the BogorBotanical Garden maintains 3559 species belonging to 1299genera in 202 families. The Centre for International ForestryResearch (CIFOR), located also in Bogor, is an international,independent scientific research institution established in1993. Gede Pangrango National Park was established on 6March 1980. It covers an area of 15, 196 ha and encompassesthe Cibodas Nature Reserve, the oldest reserve in Indonesia,Cimungkat Nature Reserve, and Situgunung RecreationalPark and Mount Gede Pangrango Nature Reserve. Thesemountains are one of the well-researched tropical forestsystems in the world. The Bodogol Conservation Centre inGunung Gede Pangrango focuses on conservation educationprogrammes. Mount Halimun National Park was establishedon 26 February 1992 covering about 40, 000 ha of tropicalforest. The main functions of the park include the protection ofhydrological systems; the conservation of flora, fauna andecosystem diversity; providing opportunities and support forresearch, education and ecotourism; and breedingenhancement activities.

Other attractions: The Blue Lake, Cibereum Waterfall andSitu Gunung Nature Recreation Forest

Departure Kuala Lumpur, 13 August, 07:00Route Kuala Lumpur - Jakarta - Bogor -

Cianjur - Sukabumi - Bogor - JakartaFinal destination Jakarta International AirportTransportation Airplane/Coach


Accommodation 3-star hotelInclusive of: Air fare (one-way): KUL - Jakarta


Route 13 Botanical Garden and NationalPark in West Java, Indonesia

Departure Kuala Lumpur, 13 August, 07:00Route Kuala Lumpur - Pekanbaru - PT. Riau

Andalan Pulp and Paper - PT. Indah Kiat

Pulp and Paper - Pekanbaru - Singapore

Final destination Changi International Airport, Singapore



Accommodation Dian Graha (3-star hotel)Inclusive of: Air fare (one-way): KUL - Pekanbaru -

Singapore.



Duration

Duration

4D/3N

3D/2N

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RECEPTIONS

Welcome Dinner

Monday, 7 August, 19:30 - 22:00Price: Included in the registration fee

Come and join the hosts in an �ice-breaking� session. Thisis an opportunity for you to renew old ties and make newfriends while you enjoy the Malaysian cuisine.

Farewell Dinner

Saturday, 12 August, 19:30 - 22:00Price: Included in the registration fee.

All good things must come to an end. After a week of seriousdeliberations, you will be entertained at this memorabledinner to bid adieu to old and new friends.

Social events are organised for the entertainment of accom-panying persons. Schedules planned are as follows:

ACCOMPANYING PERSONS�PROGRAMME

SOCIAL EVENTS

DAY 1MONDAY

7 August 2000

DAY 2TUESDAY

8 August 2000

DAY 3WEDNESDAY9 August 2000

DAY 4THURSDAY

10 August 2000

DAY 5FRIDAY

11 August 2000

DAY 6SATURDAY

12 August 2000

CongressRegistration07:30 - 09:30

OPENINGCEREMONY

09:30 - 12:30

Package 914:00 17:00

WELCOMEDINNER

19:30 - 22:00

Package 109:00 - 17:00

Package 209:00 - 17:00

Package 309:00 - 17:00

Package 509:00 - 17:00

Package 109:00 - 17:00

Package 209:00 - 17:00

Package 309:00 - 17:00

Package 509:00 - 17:00

Package 709:00 - 17:00

IN-CONGRESSTOURS

Package 109:00 - 17:00

Package 209:00 - 17:00

Package 509:00 - 17:00

Package 709:00 - 17:00

Package 810:00 - 17:00

Package 209:00 - 16:00

Package 309:00 - 16:00

Package 909:00 - 12:00

Package 810:00 - 16:00

CLOSINGCEREMONY

16:45 - 18:30

FAREWELLDINNER

19:30 - 22:00

Maximum: - 2 coaches per package, 40 passengers per coachMinimum: - 20 passengers per package. First come first served basis.

Package 417:00 - 22:30

Package 608:30 - 18:30

Package 1008:30 - 18:30

Package 608:30 - 18:30

Package 1008:30 - 18:30

Package 417:00 - 22:30

Package 417:00 - 22:30

Package 608:30 - 18:30

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ACCOMPANYING PERSONS� PROGRAMME- PACKAGES OFFERED

Departure time is not the same for all packages. Pleasenote the departure time of your package and be at thedeparture point at least 10 minutes before departure. Thedeparture point is in front of the main entrance of PWTC(please refer to page 4).

Package 1:City Tour - Full Day (Days 2, 3 & 5)Price: USD35.00 per person, including lunchDeparture time: 09:00

Kuala LumpurThis tour takes you to Kuala Lumpur�s major attractionsand the uniqueness of the city, offering both culturalelements and modern facilities. The tour covers:1. Merdeka Square & Sultan Abdul Samad Building.2. National Monument3. KL Lake Gardens4. Orchid & Hibiscus Gardens5. Kuala Lumpur Bird Park6. National Mosque7. National Museum8. Kuala Lumpur Tower9. Central market

Other attractions: King�s palace, commercial centres,Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC)

Package 2:Nature Tour I (Days 2, 3, 5 & 6)Price: USD30.00 per person, including lunch.Departure time: 09:00

Forest Research in MalaysiaVisitors will learn more of the forest research conductedby FRIM. A brief slide show on the historical backgroundof this splendid example of man-made forest and itsresearch roles in Malaysian forestry will be shown. Youcan venture into the forest trails and visit FRIM�s museumwhich displays various forest products including traditionalartifacts. In the afternoon you will be visiting the well-knownlimestone hill of Batu Caves

Other attractions: Ethnobotanical Garden, DipterocarpArboretum, Traditional Timber Houses /Sungai Kroh picnicarea, Anak Bukit Takun.

Package 3:Nature Tour II (Days 2, 3 & 6)Price: USD25.00 per person, including lunch.Departure time: 09:00

Shah AlamParticipants will visit the country�s well-known agroforestrypark, The Bukit Cahaya Seri Alam Agricultural Park. Itsluscious tropical rain forest features a scenic 1,290hectares of land. This park displays a vast complex of

landscaped floral gardens, agricultural plots, orchards,lakes and dense jungle. You will experience the well-planned city that combines industry and nature.

Other attractions: Proton factory, Masjid SultanSalahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah (the State Mosque)

Package 4:Twinkle-Twinkle Fireflies(Days 2, 3 & 5)Price: USD40.00 per person, including dinnerDeparture time: 17:00

Situated at the mouth of the Sungai Selangor, KualaSelangor offers a unique experience of a wetland town.This tour starts in the evening and includes a visit to thehistorical hill of Bukit Malawati. Experience the panaromicsunset view from the hill that overlooks the mangroves andthe sea. After dinner, visitors will be taken to the jetty inKg. Kuantan, where paddling boats will take them upstreamto enjoy the spectacular fireflies display. The fireflies, foundin groups of dozens to thousands, produce flashing lightsat the ends of their abdomens. They flash simultaneouslyat a rate of three flashes per second giving a spectaclesimilar to a flashing Christmas tree.

Other attractions: A Malaysian dinner in a scenic area

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took control of the empire in turns and each colonial rulerleft its mark behind. Today, the many remnants of the pastprovides fascinating insights which will take delegates ona nostalgic journey that goes back to 500 years of gloriousand colourful past.

Other attractions: Mini Malaysia (13 traditional statehouses), The Baba and Nyonya Heritage Museum, thePeranakan restaurant, Jonker Street (for antique collectors),oldest Chinese temple, Stadthuys, bullock cart ride, areplica of the Malacca�s Sultanate Palace, A Famosa

Package 7:Malaysian Handicraft(Days 3 & 5)Price: USD20.00 per person, including lunchDeparture time: 09:00

Discover the legacy of Malaysian arts and crafts. Springingfrom the mighty fountainhead of an age-old heritage ofaesthetic and creative temperament, arts & crafts are amirror of the soul of the nation, giving shape and solidity.View them in the numerous concessionaires� factoriesand centres.

Other attractions: Selangor Pewter, Selayang BatikFactory, Handicraft Crystal and Glass Centre, KompleksBudaya Kraf Kuala Lumpur

Package 5:Cultural and Nature Tour I (Days 2, 3 & 5)Price: USD50.00 per person, including lunchDeparture time: 09:00

Alang Sedayu Jungle LodgeAn attractive ideal escape from the city where nature andtranquility await in a most unique setting. Situated in naturalsurroundings with primary jungle on one side and thecrystal clear stream bordering the other side. Enjoy theunique experience of walking through a miniature Malaysianjungle or indulge in nostalgic pastimes in the alluringcountryside and the joys of the outdoor. Catch a glimpseinto the culture of Orang Asli (aborigines) and you will befascinated to see lively traditional dances and pleasantmusic from the traditional instruments.

Other attractions: Jungle trekking to waterfall, swimming,fishing, sampling local fruits, man-made tunnels, blowpipedemonstrations, Malay traditional games/pastimes

Package 6:Cultural and Heritage Tour II (Day 2, 3 & 5)Price: USD50.00 per person, including lunchDeparture time: 08:30

Malacca - A Legacy of history and charmMalacca is located on the western coast of PeninsularMalaysia facing the Straits of Malacca. Named after the�Melaka� tree, the fame of this celebrated city spread farand wide, attracting conquerors that coveted monopoly ofthe spice trade. The Portuguese, the Dutch and the English

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Package 8:Shopping Spree(Days 5 & 6)Price: USD10.00 per person, no lunchDeparture time: 10:00

This tour takes you on a venture to all the famous shoppingareas ranging from the most elegant, the city�s newestshopping complex (Suria KLCC), to the moderatedepartment stores that house the latest fashion boutiques,jewellers, electrical products (Lot 10, Sg. Wang & BB Plaza,Starhill) , and to the unique trendy bargaining centres(Central Market & Petaling Street).

Package 9:City Tour - Half Day(Days 1& 6)Price: USD15.00 per person, no lunchDeparture time - Day 1: 14:00

- Day 2: 09:00

This tour takes you to the major visitor centres of KualaLumpur. Pass through the busy centre of Golden Trianglearea and cruise along the Independence Square beforedriving through �Chinatown�. A tour for �got to go� person.

Other attractions: Karyaneka, Petaling Street, CentralMarket, Merdeka Square, National Monument, SultanAbdul Samad Building, national mosque, railway station,king�s palace

Package 10:Banghuris � Experience the Country Life (Days 2 & 3)Price: USD40.00 per person (Including lunch)Departure time: 08:30

Experience the life of a typical villager, the hospitalityculture and tradition of the Malays in Banghuris. This placeis made up of three nearby �kampungs� (villages) i.e. BukitBangkong, Ulu Chuchuh and Ulu Teris. Just an hour and ahalf drive from Kuala Lumpur, you are able to sample thetypical friendly village lifestyle and their traditional way oflife. The tour ends with relaxing by the seaside whilesampling young coconuts and fried bananas.

Other attractions: Cottage industries of making traditionaldelicacies, soycake, orchid farm, oil palm harvesting, localfruit orchard, medicinal garden, local Malay house

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EXHIBITIONS

Exhibition layout

In conjunction with the Congress, World Forestry Exhibition2000 will be held from 7-10 August 2000. The exhibitioncomprises commercial and non-commercial sections; theformer will be held at the MINES Exhibition Centre and thelatter at the Putra World Trade Centre (PWTC). The non-commercial exhibition caters for organisations that are non-profit making organisations such as researchorganisations, government agencies, universities andinstitutions of higher learning and NGOs related to forestry.Participation in the non-commercial exhibition requires pre-approval from the Congress Secretariat IUFRO 2000.

The exhibition is designed as a platform to promote anavenue for forestry professionals from all over the world:-

· to congregate and share their expertise andknowledge;

· showcase the equipment, systems and servicesrelating to the industry;

· network with the agencies who will be sharingtheir various policies and initiatives

Note: For further details on commercial exhibitions, please refer to the leaflet provided.

Participation rates:

A. Commercial exhibition at the MINES

Raw space: USD250/m2 (minimum 36 m2)Shell scheme: USD280/m2 (minimum 12 m2)

B. Non-Commercial exhibition at the PWTC

USD900 per standard unit of 9 m2

For further information, please contact:

Reed Exhibitions Sdn. Bhd.Suite 312, Block F, Phileo Damansara 1Jalan 16/11, 46350 Petaling JayaSelangor, MalaysiaTel: +6-03- 4603766/7566800Fax: +6-03- 7581800E-mail: [email protected]

or

Congress Secretariat IUFRO 2000Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM)Kepong52109 Kuala LumpurMalaysiaTel: +6-03-6372135/6342633Fax: +6-03-6365687/6367753E-mail: [email protected]: http//: frim.gov.my/iufro.html

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GOING PLACES WITHMALAYSIA AIRLINES

While soaring to new heights as a world-class airline,we have never lost sight of our heritage - thetraditional warmth and hospitality that has alwaysdistinguished our service whether on the ground orin the air.

Frequent flyers on our First Class and Golden ClubClass enjoy a world of privileges surpassing thoseof other airlines.

Golden Holidays offer a wide variety of destinationswithin Malaysia and our special interest packagesinclude golf, scuba diving and adventure tours.Tourists can also travel around Malaysia from as lowas US$99 on our special Discover Malaysia Pass.

Travellers can now take off from our new home, theKuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA). With state-of-the-art facilities and lush greenery of an �airport inthe forest�, the KLIA is poised to be the premiergateway of Asia.

As you travel with us into the new millennium on morefrequent and non-stop flights to strategicdestinations, you will find that we are, as always,giving our best.

�Malaysia Airline, as the Official Airline, is providing preferential airfares to all delegatesand accompanying persons on its international services. For your pre & post-conference tours (excluding Congress technical excursions), Malaysia Airlines hasattractive tour packages and economically priced Air Pass for travel within Malaysia orthe region.

Please contact the nearest Malaysia Airlines office by quoting the conference codeG*Q43DTL for further information and assistance.

http://www.malaysia-airlines.com.my

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SELAMAT DATANG simply means WELCOME and itis a sincere greeting to all who come to our country,whether for the first time, or to renew ties. Visitors willfind the people of Malaysia friendly. The climate issunny at most times (with sufficient rainfall, too) andyou will soon realise that there are many fascinatingthings to see and do. You will feel naturally at homebecause it is a country that blends the old with thenew.

Air - The international gateway to Malaysia is KualaLumpur International Airport (KLIA). Major airlines usethe airport, with flights arriving and departing daily fromall major cities. A departure tax of RM5.00 (USD1.50)and RM40.00 (USD10.50) is charged for all domesticand international flight passengers respectively.

Official Airline - Malaysia Airlines (MAS), as the officialAirline, extends preferential airfares on its internationalservices (excluding Singapore-Malaysia services) forall registered participants. Bookings have to be madedirectly with MAS offices. Please contact the nearestMAS personnel in your local city by quoting theconference code G*Q43DTL for further information andassistance. The full list of offices� addresses andcontact numbers are available on the internet at:

Train - Malaysia has a well-planned railway system totake you to major towns. A commuter service inKuala Lumpur brings you to different destinations withinand around Kuala Lumpur.

Cruise - With Malaysia�s tropical climate, a visit tobeaches or a cruise should not be missed. Cruising inMalaysia is mainly for leisure rather than a mode oftransportation. Cruise along the Selangor coastline,and experience the magic of a tropical paradise.

Taxi - Taxi service is widely available. �Urban Taxi� charges

RM2 for the first 2 km and an additional RM0.10 foreach subsequent 200 meters. For your convenience,you can also phone �urban taxi� by paying an additionalRM1 for the pick-up service.

Rent-A-Car - If you prefer to drive yourself, there are many

international companies as well as individuals that offercar-rental services. It will be to your advantage if youare familiar with right-hand drive cars and with touristroutes.

Buses - The least expensive but reliable service is bus.Many companies offer bus services to all places youwant to visit. This could be the best way to exploreMalaysia from town to town, coast to coast, and villageto village.

TRAVEL INFORMATION

http://www.malaysia-airlines.com.my

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ENTRY FORMALITIES FOR MALAYSIA

Visitors must be in possession of national passports or otherinternationally recognised travel documents, endorsed fortravelling in Malaysia and with a validity period of at least sixmonths beyond the time of stay allowed in Malaysia. Visitorson social and business visit purposes are to be guided by thefollowing visa requirements:

Visa ExemptionNo visa is required for nationals of Commonwealth countries(except Bangladesh, India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka), Republicof Ireland, Switzerland, the Netherlands, San Marino, andLiechtenstein.

Three-Month Visa Free VisitAlgeria,Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, , Czech Republic, Denmark,Egypt, Finland, Germany, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Japan, Jordan,Kuwait, Lebanon, Luxembourg, Morocco, North Yemen,Norway, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Slovak, South Korea,Sweden, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, United Arab Emirates(UAE), and United States of America (U.S.A.).

One-Month Visa Free VisitAvailable for citizens of ASEAN countries and Hong Kong(Special Administrative Region) and the countries listedbelow:Argentina, Angola, Benin, Bolivia, Bosnia Herzegovina, Brazil,Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Chad, Chile, Colombia,Congo, Corsica, Costa Rica, Croatia, Djibouti, DominicanRepublic, Ecuador, El Salvador, France, Gabon, Greece,Greenland, Guam, Guatemala, Guinea, Laos, Macedonia,Poland, Slovenia, South Africa, and Zaire.

14-Day Visa Free VisitAfghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Libya, South Yemen, and Syria.

7-Day Visa Free VisitAlbania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Byelorussia, Estonia,Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kirghisztan, Latvia, Lithuania, Moldavia,Romania, Russia Federation, Tadjikistan, Turkmenistan,Ukraine, and Uzbekistan.

Note:Nationals of Bangladesh, Bhutan, Republic of China, Cuba,India, Myanmar, Nepal, Nigeria, North Korea, Pakistan, SriLanka, Taiwan, Vietnam and Certificate of Identity (CI) holdersmust obtain a visa before entering Malaysia.

As regulations may change from time to time, it is advisableto check with the nearest Malaysian Embassy before yourdeparture.

CUSTOMS

The customs lanes are situated in the arrival hall and includegreen lanes for visitors who do not have dutiable items.Visitors entering Malaysia for a period of not less than 72hours, except from Labuan (24 hours), enjoy customsexemption on the following purchases - wines, spirit/maltliquor not exceeding 1 litre; tobacco not exceeding 225 gms(or 200 cigarettes); matches not exceeding 100 sticks; 1 uniteach of portable electrically and/or battery-operatedappliance for personal care and hygiene; food preparation(s)to a total value not exceeding RM75; cosmetics, soaps and

ENTRY FORMALITIES ANDHEALTH REGULATIONS

dentifrice in open containers to a total value not exceedingRM200; and souvenirs and gifts to a total value not exceedingRM200. Except when the goods are imported from Langkawior Labuan where the total value allowed under this exemptionshall not exceed RM500.

Duty Free GoodsThe following goods do not attract any form of customs duty:fountain pens, cigarette lighters (except of plastic), printedbooks, newspapers and journals, perfumeries, skincareproducts and cosmetics, portable radios incorporating soundrecorder or reproducers (weighing less than 10kg, with AC/DC), pocket watches, wrist watches and clocks, photographiccameras, photographic flashbulbs, photographic flashlightsapparatus and film in rolls, pocket calculators (weighing lessthan 150gms) and video tapes (blank or recorded). Alsocinematographic cameras, projectors, sound recorders andsound reproducers, for films of less than 16mm widthincluding cameras for double 8mm film and video cameras.Taped video cassettes require customs clearance.

Exporting items from MalaysiaExport of antiques and historical objects is not allowed unlessan export licence has been obtained from the Director Generalof Museums, Malaysia, or if the antiquity was originally importedand declared to customs.

Plant Quarantine

l All passengers must declare the following items to thePlant Quarantine Office upon arrival: plants and plant partsincluding fresh plant produce and processed products,soil and growth/rooting media, insects, micro-organisms,herbarium specimens and dried flowers. Penalty forfailure to do so is up to RM1,000 fine or up to six months�imprisonment or both. Penalty for maliciously introducinga pest or a plant into Malaysia is a fine or imprisonmentnot exceeding two years or both.

l Passengers from South and Central America and CentralAfrica are required to report to the Plant Quarantine Office.

For further information, please contact the nearest MAS office.

HEALTH REGULATIONSCholera vaccination is NOT required for travellers entering

Malaysia. Yellow fever vaccination is required for arrivals

from infected areas and yellow fever endemic zones except

for children under one year-old.

If a person is unable to produce a valid certificate of

vaccination against Yellow Fever, he or she can be isolated

until his or her certificate becomes valid or until a period

of not more than six days from the date of last possible

exposure to infection has elapsed, whichever occurs first.

Please contact your health offices for further clarification.

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ARRIVALSInternational flights will be arriving at theSatellite Building of Kuala LumpurInternational Airport (KLIA).

1. From the Satellite Building, the Aerotrainbrings passengers to the InternationalLevel of the Contact Pier.

2. Take the escalator down one floor to theArrival Level.

3. Clear Immigration.4. Proceed to Baggage Claim on the same

floor.5. Proceed to Customs check and exit

from the Main Terminal Building (MTB).6. As you exit the MTB, there will be two

options for transfer to the city:-

Option 1: Airport Limousine. From KLIAto KL the fare is about RM 100.00(USD27.00). This is a pre-paid service andcoupons have to be purchased at countersreserved for this purpose at the arrivalconcourse of the MTB. Wait for theLimousine outside the MTB. There aremoney changers near the aerotrain stationin the Satellite Building and near the exitof the Baggage Claim area.

Option 2: Airport Coach. This serviceoperates between 06:45 and 00:30 daily.The station for these buses at KLIA islocated at Block C of the car park. TheIUFRO Congress Assistants (IUFROWelcome Desk & signs, at the exit of theMTB) will assist delegates to the ticketcounter. Special discount will be offered tothe delegates for one way or return ticketsto their hotels. Delegates are kindlyrequested to approach the IUFROCongress Assistants for assistance, orinform the ticket counter to obtain thespecial discount. The Airport coach willstop at Hentian Putra. Participants willthen board a coach to check-in at therespective hotels.

TRANSFER OPTIONSA. From Airport to Hotels

B. From Hotels to Congress Venue

The organisers will also arrange on-site transfer between the Congressvenue and hotels for the convenience of the delegates.

Further information on the transfer route and timing will be available at theWelcome Desk, or in the Congress Package upon registration.

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REGISTRATION

Before After15 April 2000 15 April 2000

Delegates fromdeveloped countries USD400 USD480

Delegates fromdeveloping countries USD360 USD360

Accompanying Persons USD100 USD100

* developing countries include countries of G77 and China

The Delegate fee includes:� Participation in the Opening and Closing Ceremonies� Participation in the sessions and the meetings of the

Congress� Admittance to the Welcome Dinner and the Farewell

Dinner� Congress proceedings� Congress package� Entrance to the Exhibition Halls

The Accompanying Person fee includes:� Participation in the Opening and Closing Ceremonies� Admittance to the Welcome Dinner and the Farewell

Dinner� Congress kit� Entrance to the Exhibition Halls

The registration fees for the XXI IUFRO World Congressare to be paid in USD by bank drafts or major creditcards. The registration fees are as follows:

Kindly direct all enquiries regarding registration to:

XXI IUFRO World Congress RegistrationCongrex Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.

Level 11, Menara IMCNo. 8, Jalan Sultan Ismail

50250 Kuala LumpurMALAYSIA

Tel: +603 206 3599 Fax: +603 201 1828Email: [email protected]

Further details, including the registration form, are alsoavailable at the following websites:

http://frim.gov.my/iufro.htmlhttp://iufro.boku.ac.at/congress/

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REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONSInstructions for Registration� Participants are advised to register in advance, preferably

before 15 April 2000 to enjoy the early registration discount.� Please use the enclosed Registration Form to register for:

The XXI IUFRO World CongressIn-Congress ToursPost-Congress ExcursionAccompanying Persons� ToursAccommodation

� Photocopied Registration Forms are acceptable.

Please note that payment must be received by 15 April 2000in order for delegates to qualify for the early registrationfee. Delegates faxing their forms must ensure that CongrexMalaysia Sdn. Bhd. receive payment by this deadline.

Tour Policy� All available tour packages are listed in the XXI IUFRO World

Congress Registration Form. Delegates are kindlyrequested to choose their tour packages from the tourssection in the XXI IUFRO World Congress Registration Form.

� Delegates are kindly requested to submit the full paymentof their chosen tour packages when submitting the XXIIUFRO World Congress Registration Form.

� All tour packages (In-Congress Tours, Post-CongressExcursions and Accompanying Persons� Programmes) areoffered on a first-come-first-served basis.

� Deadline for all tours registration is 15 May 2000. Requestsfor registration after 15 May 2000, or on-site tour registrationwill only be entertained based on the availability of the toursrequested.

� The minimum number of a tour package is 20 persons.The organiser reserves the right to cancel a tour of lessthan 20 participants.

� If a tour package is cancelled, the organiser will offer theregistered participants other tour packages of the same rate.

� The registered participants of a cancelled tour are entitledto the refund of the full rate paid.

ConfirmationA written confirmation and official receipt of your registrationwill only be sent to you after both your registration form andpayment have been received.

Method of payment� Registration forms should be sent to the Congrex Malaysia

Sdn. Bhd. along with proof of payment (e.g. a copy of thebank transfer slip). Please note that bank charges are tobe borne by the participant and are not to be deductedfrom the fees payable to the conference.

� Please note that payment must accompany all conferenceregistrations. Payment should be made in advance of theconference in order for bookings to be confirmed.

� Payment by the following methods will be accepted:¤ Banker�s Draft payable to IUFRO CONGRESS¤ Credit card � Visa or Mastercard only¤ For other modes of payment, please contact Congrex

Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. for further details and instructions.

Changes to Registration Names� All requests for name changes must be forwarded in writing

to Congrex Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. before 15 June 2000. A 50%fee will be charged to changes received in writing after 15June 2000.

� Changes are allowed for group registrations (of 10delegates or more). A fee of 5% of the relevant registrationfee will be charged for each change, to cover theadministrative costs.

Participant BadgesDelegates are requested to wear their badge at all timesduring the Congress in order to gain attendance to sessions,social functions and the exhibition. Delegates who lose theirbadges must re-register using the confirmation letter. A servicefee of USD25.00 will be charged to replace a badge.

Letter of InvitationDelegates requiring an official letter of invitation in order toobtain a visa and authorisation to attend the Congress shouldcontact Congrex Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. Please note that this isnot a commitment on the part of the organiser to providefinancial assistance to any delegate or accompanying person.Expenses incurred are the sole responsibility of the delegate.

On-site check-in procedures� Pre-registered delegates of the XXI IUFRO World Congress

must register personally at the appropriate registration deskin order to collect their badge and Congress package priorto attending any sessions. Registration will take place atthe Registration counter, Level 2, Putra World TradeCentre.

� On-site check-in will be organised by registration number.Delegates are urged to remember and to bring theregistration number and confirmation letter.

Cancellation Policy� Notification of cancellation must be sent in writing to

Congrex Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.� For all registration (Congress registration, In-Congress

Tours, Post-Congress Excursions and AccompanyingPersons� Programme), written cancellation received by 15May 2000 will be refunded less an administrative fee of15%. A 50% fee will be charged for cancellations receivedin writing before 15 June 2000. No refund will be madeafter 15 June 2000

� For tour packages cancelled by the organiser, kindly refer tothe Tour Policy.

� All requests for refunds will be processed and paid afterthe Congress.

EnquiriesPlease direct all registration forms (for Congress, In-CongressTours, Post-Congress Excursions and AccompanyingPersons� Programme) to:

Congrex Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.Level 11, Menara IMC8, Jalan Sultan Ismail50250 Kuala LumpurMalaysiaTel: +603-2063599Fax: +603-2011828E-mail : [email protected]

DeadlinesRegistrationEarly Registration 15 April 2000Tours Registration 15 May 2000Changes to Registration Names 15 June 2000

Cancellation (in writing)All Registrations (Congress Registration, In-Congress Tours, Post-Congress Excursions and Accompanying Persons� Programme)

15 May 2000 less 15% administrative fee15 June 2000 less 50% administrative feeAfter 15 June 2000 no refund

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ACCOMMODATION

A wide range of accommodation, from budget to five-star hotels,will be available to meet different needs. Hotel rooms in majorhotels have been reserved for the participants andaccompanying persons. Favourable rates and discounts havealso been negotiated for the delegates.

Hotels chosen for the XXI IUFRO World Congress are relativelyclose to the Congress venue. The time duration ranges from a5 minutes walk to 30 minutes by coach. The COC will provideshuttle bus services during the Congress period for transferbetween the hotels and the Congress venue. Delegates canalso choose other modes of transportation available in the city,i.e. taxi, bus as well as Light Rail Transit (LRT) to move aboutin the city. Most of these hotels are situated in the vicinity ofmajor shopping centres and places of tourist interest.

Kindly direct all enquiries regarding accommodation to:Congrex Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.Level 11, Menara IMC8, Jalan Sultan Ismail50250 Kuala LumpurMALAYSIATel: +6-03 206 3599Fax: +6-03 201 1828Email: [email protected]

* Whether occupied by one or two person(s), and inclusive of breakfast(s), taxes, service charges and scheduledtransfer between the hotels and the Congress venue.

* USD 1 = RM3.8 at the time when this Registration Package was prepared (1 December 1999).The organiser reserves the right to adjust the currency conversion rate should it change)

1. The Pan Pacific Hotel Kuala Lumpur 2. The Legend Hotel 3. Sheraton Imperial 4. Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur 5. Nikko Hotel Kuala Lumpur 6. KL Hilton International 7. Equatorial Hotel Kuala Lumpur 8. New World Renaissance 9. J.W. Marriot10. Regent Kuala Lumpur11. Park Royal Kuala Lumpur12. Istana Hotel Kuala Lumpur

13. Quality Hotel City Centre14. Dynasty Hotel Kuala Lumpur15. Grand Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur16. Concorde Hotel Kuala Lumpur17. Dorsett Regency18. Swiss Garden Hotel19. Park Plaza International Kuala Lumpur

(The Radisson Plaza)

20. Stanford Hotel Kuala Lumpur21. Hotel Grand Continental Kuala Lumpur

22. Vistana Hotel Kuala Lumpur23. Katari Hotel Medan Tuanku24. Grand Olympic

5 minutes walk (headquarters hotel)5 minutes walk (headquarters hotel)10 minutes by coach15 minutes by coach20 minutes by coach20 minutes by coach20 minutes by coach15 minutes by coach30 minutes by coach30 minutes by coach30 minutes by coach20 minutes by coach

15 minutes walk15 minutes walk15 minutes walk15 minutes by coach30 minutes by coach30 minutes by coach30 minutes by coach

15 minutes walk15 minutes walk

15 minutes walk15 minutes by coach30 minutes by coach

Room Rate*

RM280RM280RM280RM280RM280RM280RM280RM280RM280RM280RM280RM280

RM180RM180RM180RM180RM180RM180RM180

RM140RM140

RM110RM110RM110

Hotel Time to/from the Congress venue

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KUALA LUMPUR STREET MAP(with location of hotels)

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Instructions for Booking & Method of Payment:

� All requests for accommodation must be made on theaccommodation booking section of the attached XXIIUFRO Registration Form. Delegates are kindly re-quested to complete the accommodation booking sec-tion of the XXI IUFRO World Congress Registration Formwhen submitting the form.

� The accommodation booking request must be receivedby Congrex Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. not later than 15 May2000. Requests made after 15 May 2000 will be subjectto room availability.

� Accommodation request must be accompanied by a de-posit of one (1) room night of the rooms booked. Thisamount will be incorporated in the total payment of theXXI IUFRO World Congress Registration Form to be sub-mitted to Congrex Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.

� Congrex Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. will send the confirmationletter upon receipt of the room booking deposit and con-firmation from the hotel. The deposit will be deductedfrom the final hotel invoice. Delegates are kindly requestedto settle their room charges and other incidental chargesupon their checking-out from the hotel.

� Due to limited rooms available, delegates are urged tosubmit the accommodation request early to obtain theirpreferred accommodation.

Changes to original Accommodation Request and LateBooking

All changes of accommodation are to be performed byCongrex Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. All requests for changes mustbe made in writing and forwarded to Congrex Malaysia Sdn.Bhd. before 15 June 2000, and an administration fee of 15%of the room rate will be charged for each change. Requestfor changes should not be sent to the hotel directly. CongrexMalaysia Sdn. Bhd. will make every attempt to carry outdelegates� requests for changes. Congrex Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.does not guarantee to fulfil requests for changes or bookingsmade after 15 June 2000. Congrex Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. willcharge the full room rate for changes made after 15 June2000.

Cancellation of Accommodation

All cancellations must be done in writing and forwarded toCongrex Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. Cancellations should not besent directly to the hotel. Cancellations received by 15 May2000 will be refunded less an administrative fee of 15%. A50% fee will be charged for cancellations received in writingbefore 15 June 2000. No refunds will be made after 15 June2000.

Enquiries

Please direct all enquiries to:XXI IUFRO World Congress AccommodationCongrex Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.Level 11, Menara IMC8, Jalan Sultan Ismail50250 Kuala LumpurMALAYSIATel: +6-03 206 3599Fax: +6-03 201 1828Email: [email protected]

DeadlinesAccommodation Booking Request 15 May 2000Changes to original accommodation 15 June 2000(15% of room rate for administrative fee)

Cancellationby 15 May 2000 refund, less 15%before 15 June 2000 refund, less 50%after 15 June 2000 no refundafter 15 May 2000, rooms are not guaranteed

GUIDELINES FOR ACCOMMODATION BOOKINGS

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DEADLINES TO REMEMBER

31 March 2000 - Deadline for CSC to receive full Sub-Plenary papers,summaries of papers and posters in Group Sessions and inPoster/Panel discussions submitted by authors

15 April 2000 - Deadline for early Registration

15 May 2000 - Deadline for Tour Registration. As only limited seats areavailable, early booking is strongly recommended

- Deadline for cancellation (Registration) - refund 85%

- Deadline for guaranteed Hotel Booking

- Deadline for Hotel Cancellation. 15% of the room rate will becharged

15 June 2000 - Deadline for Name changes (Registration) - 50% from theRegistration Fee will be charged after this deadline

- Deadline for Hotel cancellation or changes - 50% from theroom rate will be charged as an administrative fee

- Full room rate will be charged after this deadline. There willbe no refund after this deadline

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IMPORTANT ADDRESSESCongress Secretariat

Before and after CongressCongress Secretariat IUFRO 2000Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM)Kepong52109 Kuala LumpurMalaysia

Tel: +6-03-6372135/6342633Fax: +6-03-6365687/6367753E-mail: [email protected] http://frim.gov.my/iufro.html

During CongressTel: +6-03-4493446Fax: +6-03-4493447

IUFRO Secretariat

IUFRO Secretariatc/o Federal Forest Research CentreSeckendorff-Gudent-Weg 8A-1131 ViennaAustria

Tel: +43-1-8770151Fax: +43-1-8779355E-mail: [email protected] http://iufro.boku.ac.at/iufro/congress/csc/

Professional Congress Organiser

Congrex Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.Level 11, Menara IMC8, Jalan Sultan Ismail50250 Kuala LumpurMALAYSIA

Tel: +6-03-2063599Fax: +6-03-2011828Email: [email protected]

Exhibition Organiser

Reed Exhibitions Sdn. Bhd.Suite 312, Block F, Phileo Damansara 1Jalan 16/11, 46350 Petaling JayaSelangor, MalaysiaTel: +6-03-4603766/7566800Fax: +6-03-7581800E-mail: [email protected]

Tour Organiser

Asian Overland Services Tours& Travel Sdn. Bhd.Lot 39C & 40C, Jalan Mamanda 9Ampang Point, Taman Dato� Ahmad Razali68000 AmpangKuala LumpurMalaysia

Tel: +6-03-4529100Fax: +6-03-4529800/4514001E-mail: [email protected]

Official Carrier - MAS

Malaysian AirlinesBangunan MAS, 33rd Floor, Jalan Sultan Ismail50250 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Tel: +603-2610555Fax: +60-3-2613472Website http://www.malaysia-airlines.com.my

Congress Venue - PWTC

Putra Property Management Sdn. Bhd.Putra World Trade Centre, Level 3, 41 Jalan Tun Ismail50480 Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaTel: +6-03-603-4433999Fax: +6-03-603-4433777Website: http://www.pwtc.com.my/pwtc

Congress Secretariat IUFRO 2000Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM)Kepong52109 Kuala LumpurMalaysia


CONGRESS VENUE - PUTRA WORLD TRADE CENTRE

Publisher:IUFRO Secretariatc/o Federal Forest Research CentreSeckendorff-Gudent-Weg 8A-1131 ViennaAustria

Tel: +43-1-8770151Fax: +43-1-8779355Congress E-mail: [email protected] Website http://iufro.boku.ac.at/iufro/congress/csc/

Editor:Congress Secretariat IUFRO 2000Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM)Kepong52109 Kuala LumpurMalaysia


XXI IUFRO WORLD CONGRESS7-12 August 2000Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

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