22 July 2025 – Surat Thani Province
WWF Thailand, in collaboration with Kaeng Krung National Park, hosted the first-ever training on how to use the Eyes on the Forest mobile and web application, supporting frontline rangers in their mission to protect Thailand’s forests. The pilot training took place in Surat Thai, with participation from over 30 park staff and partner organisations.
The training aimed to enhance park officers and rangers’ skills in data collection and management, especially aerial data gathered through unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs or drones) – a key tool for modern forest monitoring and protection.
Technology Meets Conservation
One of the app’s key strengths is its ability to enable agencies working in the field to integrate and share data in a systematic way. This promotes participatory land management between government bodies and local communities. The app also features offline functionality, allowing users to continue operating in remote areas without mobile signal — supporting long-term, sustainable natural resource conservation.
The app was co-developed by WWF Thailand and Kaeng Krung National Park, making it a practical and field-tested tool tailored to real conservation needs.
Advancing Participatory Forest Management
One of the key strengths of the Eyes on the Forest app lies in its ability to support integrated data management across landscapes. By enabling collaboration among government agencies and local communities, the app fosters a more inclusive and coordinated approach to forest management — a crucial step toward achieving long-term, sustainable conservation of natural resources.
WWF Thailand remains dedicated to working in close partnership with government bodies and local stakeholders to advance the use of technology as an essential tool in protecting Thailand’s forests — now and for future generations.
