A GUIDE FOR GOOD PRACTICE
The Department of Forestry reminds everyone to follow these important guidelines that will help to protect nature and ensure a safe environment for picnics across Cyprus.
LEAVE NO TRACE: Clean up after each picnic! Dispose of all waste using the designated bins. Leaving waste behind is strictly prohibited.
NO OPEN FIRES: Lighting fires is strictly forbidden in all forests and rural areas except designated barbecue areas.
PROTECT WILDLIFE: Picking wildflowers and damaging shrubs is strictly forbidden. Many of these species are protected.
AIRSPACE RESTRICTIONS: Flying drones, kites, or any other aerial devices is strictly prohibited near Larnaca and Paphos airports.
TOXIC CATERPILLARS: Toxic Caterpillars Thaumetopoea Pityocampa have become active in some areas. They often use pine trees for nesting, so these should be checked before settling in for a picnic.
