Is “Hima” Stronger Than Protected Areas? Assad Serhal: Lebanon Has Introduced a Global Model for Nature Conservation and Community Stewardship
At a time when environmental and climate challenges are accelerating worldwide and pressure on natural resources and biodiversity continues to intensify, Lebanon’s “Hima” model...
Promoting Safety and Sustainability: SPNL Organizes First Aid Training on Hima Trails
The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) continues implementing its training program within the framework of the “Hima Trails” initiative, in...
Rehabilitation and Reopening of the Historic “Darb El Maydi” Hiking Trail Connecting Niha, Kfour El Arbi, and Hardine
The historic hiking trail connecting the villages of Niha, Kfour El Arbi, and Hardine, formerly known as “Darb El Maydi,” has officially been rehabilitated...
IUCN Launches the Second Edition of the Global Standard for Nature-based Solutions
A renewed global framework to advance high-integrity, scalable, and inclusive Nature-based Solutions worldwide
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has officially launched the...
Btekhnay: The Land of Black Gold Declares Lebanon’s First Endowment Hima
Nestled in the heart of Lebanon’s mountains, Btekhnay is a model town renowned for its Italian-style architecture, breathtaking landscapes, and deep-rooted connection to nature....
A United Front Against Illegal Killing of Birds: A Movement for...
By Assad Serhal
Director General of the Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL),Founder and Chairman of Homat Al Hima International (HHI).
In...
Lebanon Welcomes 2025 with a Flutter: Butterfly Watching Takes Flight
As the new year unfolds, Lebanon has embraced a fresh and inspiring activity—Butterfly Watching. More than just a leisurely pastime, this initiative marks a...
Step Into Nature: Hima Kayfoun’s Hands-On Training for Hikers and Eco-Warriors
The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL), and the Anti-Poaching Unit (APU) organized a training session at the Mount Lebanon Hima...
SPNL & Lebanese Army’s CIMIC Unit: A New Chapter in Conservation...
In a pivotal step toward enhancing conservation efforts in Lebanon, André Bechara, representing the Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL), met...
White Storks Grace the Skies of Lebanon – A Migration Marvel...
Every year, millions of migratory birds embark on an extraordinary journey across continents, navigating thousands of kilometers in search of warmer climates. Among them,...
