Journey back to nature
Stepping into Cuc Phuong National Park and Xuan Lien Nature Reserve, Ha Hien felt like he was returning home. It had been a long time since he had the opportunity to return to the forest, where the fresh air and green trees made his heart beat faster. As a lover of forests and mountains, being able to directly participate in forest planting activities not only brought him joy, but also gave him the opportunity to do what he always wanted: to contribute to protecting Mother Nature.
Back to the forest, to be embraced in the fresh green of nature
Previously, Ha Hien had participated in afforestation with Gaia Nature Conservation Organization at Bidoup Nui Ba National Park, an experience that ignited in him a strong love for this activity. When Gaia invited him to join afforestation trip at Cuc Phuong National Park and Xuan Lien Nature Reserve, Ha Hien did not hesitate but immediately accepted. For him, each trip is a small contribution to the fight against climate change, protecting the living environment for future generations.
Sharing with Travellive, the young Travel blogger said: "As someone who loves to travel and has been to many places, I always feel sad every time I go to a place where the air is polluted, the natural landscape is destroyed, and most recently, when witnessing the continuous natural disasters caused by climate change, I am even more determined to take action from the smallest things, as simple as planting at least one more tree to protect the forest."
For Ha Hien, each trip is a small contribution to the fight against climate change and protecting the living environment for future generations.
In nature, the heart is healed
During the trip, Ha Hien and his fellow volunteers had many memorable experiences, from the moment they set foot in Cuc Phuong National Park to the meditation hours by the stream at Xuan Lien Nature Reserve. One of the special memories was when he got to plant the first trees.
A moment of relaxing meditation by the stream
Ms. Thanh Huyen (Director of Gaia) shared that when planting trees with love, the trees will grow healthier and bring positive energy to people. The moments of gathering around the stream in the middle of the forest at Xuan Lien Nature Reserve, with volunteers practicing meditation under the guidance of Ms. Huyen, helped Ha Hien feel more clearly the connection with nature. In the peaceful space of the mountains and forests, everything seems to slow down, so that each person can feel more clearly the simple and genuine beauty of nature.
"The whole group sat down to have lunch together right in the middle of the land where we had just planted trees, with local rustic dishes served on banana leaves. Those are memories that I will never forget," Ha Hien confided.
And experience a very "green" meal
Every tree planted is a promise
After two days of participation, the volunteer group planted nearly 1,500 trees, contributing to greening the forest gaps at Cuc Phuong National Park and Xuan Lien Nature Reserve. Although it was just a small contribution, Ha Hien and his fellow volunteers felt extremely proud. "Although it was just a small effort, this was a very meaningful activity. Each person planting at least one tree helped Mother Nature a lot," he excitedly said.
As an influencer, Ha Hien not only wants to record his journey but also wants to convey meaningful messages about environmental protection. He shared: "I will actively participate more in environmental protection activities, fight climate change and protect forests, so that through that I can contribute to motivating and inspiring my followers to raise awareness and take more action to protect our green planet from the smallest things. We only have one common home, so let's love and protect the Earth every day."
After two days of participation, the volunteer group planted nearly 1,500 trees, contributing to greening the forest gaps at Cuc Phuong National Park and Xuan Lien Nature Reserve.
The forest planting trip at Cuc Phuong National Park and Xuan Lien Nature Reserve was both a trip back to nature and a journey to "green" the soul of Ha Hien and many other volunteers.
"I am very happy when I look back at the trees I planted. I hope that in a few years when I come back, I can see them growing tall, healthy, and covering the empty land today," Ha Hien added.
