Sustainable Yarsagumba-linked trekking & community development programme
Concept Paper Sustainable Yarsagumba-linked Trekking & Community Development Programme Core Principles: Working title: Himalayan Yarsagumba Trails, community livelihoods, conservation, and high-value experiential tourism (Dolpa, Humla, Jumla, others) (The Himalayan Gold Eco-Trek) Prepared by: (Surya Bahadur Ghimire, draft) Date: Oct, 202 5 Sustainability: Focus on protecting Yarsagumba habitats and the alpine environment. Community Empowerment: Make sure local collecting communities receive the full economic and social benefits. Authenticity: Provide genuine, respectful, and non-disruptive cultural experiences. Transparency: Clearly explain the ethical and legal framework to trekkers and all stakeholders. 'Himalayan Yarsagumba Trails' as a model for Sustainable Prosperity in Nepal. 'हिमालयन यार्सागुम्बा पदमार्ग', नेपालको दिगो समृद्धिको नमूना। Great Nepal Treks 1. Executive summary Yarsagumba ( Ophiocordyceps sinensis ) is a high-value medicinal fungus collected...