LA MESA ECOPARK REOPENS TO THE PUBLIC
(SPOT.ph) La Mesa Ecopark is one of the few green spaces in Quezon City, so when it announced its temporary closure back in February, people were understandably saddened. But here's a bit of good news: La Mesa Ecopark finally announced its re-opening to the public—and SPOT.ph's got to visit on the day of opening. Here's what we know so far about La Mesa Ecopark's reopening this month.
Take a look at the reopened first phase of the La Mesa Ecopark:
In a post on its social media pages, La Mesa Ecopark announced that it will open to the public this June 29. From then, the park will be open to the public on Tuesdays to Sundays from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
"Under the stewardship of Manila Water Foundation, the first phase of the La Mesa Ecopark opens on June 29 to close the Philippine Environment Month but begins a renewed journey as an environment hub to experience BiodiverCity: biodiversity in the city," reads the statement.
This reopening follows the end of initial redevelopment efforts following the ABS-CBN Foundation's turnover of the nature reserve and eco-park to the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS). It is part of a multi-phase plan supporting the development and protection of the area.
Only the first phase—which includes areas the public can enjoy, such as the eco academy pavilion, the museum, and building activity centers— will be launched and opened to the public in June. The nature reserve and other parts of the Ecopark complex, including the hiking trails, will still need to undergo redevelopment following a master plan to be shared on the said date.
In addition to its opening, the La Mesa Ecopark launched its new Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram pages with a new logo featuring a majestic and colorful Rough-crested Malkoha looking through a stained-glass window. This design and other natural elements were inspired by the work of National Artist for Architecture Francisco T. Mañosa in the La Mesa Ecopark.
Why is La Mesa Ecopark an important nature reserve in Metro Manila
Aside from being a space where people can run, bike, or hike, the La Mesa Nature Reserve, which has over 33 hectares of space, is home to more than 30 small animal species, 130 plant species, and 53 bird species, as reported by the Center for Conservation Innovations PH. Moreover the La Mesa Dam works hand-in-hand with the Ipo and Angat Dams to supply Metro Manila and its residents with water.
For more information, visit La Mesa Ecopark's Facebook page.
UPDATED (June 29, 2024): This article was updated to include pictures from the park's reopening.
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