一家四代接力守护古树，广东推动全民守护古树名木

Core Viewpoint - Guangdong province is promoting the protection of ancient trees through community involvement and innovative initiatives, highlighting the importance of preserving ecological heritage and cultural identity [18][29]. Group 1: Ancient Tree Protection Efforts - The ancient tree protection practice in Luofu Mountain reflects Guangdong's broader initiative to enhance the protection of ancient trees, with over 85,000 ancient trees recorded in the province [18][19]. - Luofu Mountain is home to 341 ancient trees, including 6 first-class, 42 second-class, and 293 third-class ancient trees, showcasing the region's rich ecological history [12][18]. - Continuous efforts by forestry workers have included daily maintenance, registration, and management of ancient trees, as well as rescue operations for those in poor health [13][14]. Group 2: Community Engagement and Initiatives - Guangdong has launched various activities to encourage public participation in ancient tree protection, such as the "Find the Most Beautiful Ancient Tree Guardian" campaign [20][21]. - Local initiatives include the first "Shared Joy Lantern Festival" in Zhuhai, where families volunteered to become "ancient tree guardians," and Shantou's recruitment of a thousand "guardians" for ancient trees [24][25]. - The provincial forestry bureau emphasizes the harmonious coexistence of people and nature, aiming to enhance ecological construction and promote the "Yue Mountain Afforestation" tradition [29][30]. Group 3: Future Directions - The province plans to further implement the ancient tree protection enhancement action, improve the protection system, and strengthen management measures [30][32]. - Innovative methods such as establishing corporate donation mechanisms and conducting recognition and adoption activities will be employed to mobilize social participation in ancient tree protection [31][32].