Local Wisdom in Environmental Conservation

Abstract

Lubuk Larangan is a unique and typical thing which cannot be found anywhere except in Jambi, Indonesia. Due to the aforementioned reasons, the present study aims at: (1) mapping spatial distribution and pattern of Lubuk Larangan in Bungo regency of Jambi, (2) analyzing the occurring spatial process before, during, and after the formation of Lubuk Larangan, (3) finding out the extent of public role in environmental conservation around Lubuk Larangan, and (4) finding out the extent to which Integrated Conservation and Development Project can work in the society around Lubuk Larangan. The research was conducted in Bungo regency of Jambi by selecting the research samples at Lubuk Beringin village in Bathin III Ulu district of Bungo regency of Jambi. It applied survey method; prior to the pre-survey, a tentative map of Lubuk Larangan distribution using satellite imagery was provided. Focus Group Discussion (FGD) was also conducted to obtain data on social norms applied in Lubuk Larangan and to discuss the existing obstacles during the implementation. All data were analyzed using GIS and descriptive qualitative analyses to find out the spatial pattern and process as required in Geography study.