Template for Research Station- Specific Guidelines

Through INTERACT III, AECO is working on interfacing education for tourism with station management to ensure sustainable developmen and minimal environmental impact.

INTERACT Research Station-Specific Guidelines convey information that visitors should be aware of in an easy to-understand way. The guidelines can be used to enhance the general knowledge of the area.

Guidelines include the types of research conducted at the station, the importance of this research and the history of the station, along with specifics on fauna and flora inhabiting the area.

The first step in developing guidelines is to conduct a vulnerability assessment, including impact to the natural environment and the research infrastructure.

Following this, having an open dialogue with representatives of visitors, such as local tourist agencies and/or tourist development organizations, is advised. These organizations can advise on development opportunities to create mutual benefits.

For stations visited by AECO members, if guidelines are to be considered mandatory for all AECO members, AECO should be consulted and included in the development of guidelines.