Replanting a Rainforest - Clearing "Capim Napier" (Napier Grass) on FAF Lot 2

This short video shows how men clear 1.2 hectares on the lower part of FAF Lot 2 in Brazil. The "capim napier" or napier grass can grow two meters in about four months. What the video doesn't show is the 40+ degrees under the sun and 90% humidity the men work in. Highly deadly coral snakes are also part of the scenario, which is why the men wear thick shin protection (one was found and unfortunately killed). 1.8 hectares have been cleared and when this section is ready approximately 5000 native saplings will be planted, beginning this coming Saturday November 28. Five natural springs have been identified on this area to date, all part of the "Corrego da Agua Limpa" (Clearwater Stream), which enters the "Rio Canoas", a major regional river. These springs are expected to more than double their strength once the trees begin to mature in 5 - 10 years.

Replanting this area is possible thanks to a donation from WeForest.com and an extensive network of cooperation between Fazenda Ambiental Fortaleza (www.fafbrazil.com), SOS Mata Atlântica (www.sosma.com.br), Brazil's largest and oldest NGO for the protection of the Atlantic Rainforest, Grupo Ecológico Olho D'Agua, a local NGO specialized in restoring natural water springs, neighbours and friends, both here and around the world (including 350 + members of WeForest.com and OpenWorldCafe.com).

More videos coming soon! For more information visit:

www.replantingarainforest.org
www.openworldfoundation.org
www.openworldcafe.com

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