Field Training is a continuation of the CAD XVIII’s (prospective new member) series of Basic Training (Diksar) aimed at supporting BiOSC’s role as a study group pioneering and driving orchid conservation efforts. This activity focuses on presenting orchid exploration findings in the natural habitat as a crucial part of CAD preparation. Through this exploration practice, participants not only acquire survival skills but are also encouraged to analyze field-acquired data. Throughout the program, participants undergo basic knowledge training to support their roles in Research training, Cultivation training, and Conservation training. Therefore, this field training (diklap) not only provides direct field experience but also prepares prospective members to apply and develop their understanding within the context of natural conservation. The field training took place at Ayunan Langit and the Faculty of Biology, UGM, involving 17 participants.
The Field Training commenced with an orchid exploration activity on December 20, 2023, at Ayunan Langit, Sabrangkidul, Purwosari, Kec. Girimulyo, Kabupaten Kulon Progo, Yogyakarta. It began with addresses from the Field Training committee chairperson, Wahyu Rinastomo, BiOSC chairperson, Lisna Nur Aini, and BiOSC Supervisor, Prof. Dr. Endang Semiarti, M.S., M.Sc., held at the Biology Garden Road (Jatabi), Faculty of Biology UGM, prior to departure for the exploration site. Upon arrival, the activity continued with an address by the Ayunan Langit’s management. The orchid exploration was conducted by dividing participants into 3 groups, with two exploration routes: route 1 and route 2. Each route comprised 3 stations, including station 1 for impressions, station 2 for resting, and station 3 for sketch checking. After completing the exploration activities, participants, organizers, and Ayunan Langit staff conducted documentation before returning to the Faculty of Biology, UGM. Upon arrival at the faculty, group discussions were held with their respective guides in preparation for presentations on the following day, the second day of the program.
The Field Training continued on December 21, 2023, in Rooms 2 and 3 of Building B at the Faculty of Biology, UGM. It began with mini-games held in the North Terrace of Building B, fostering camaraderie among CAD XVIII members, followed by presentations of the orchid exploration findings from December 20, 2023. These presentations included information on orchid identification results, orchid documentation, and sketch creation. Each group had a 15-minute presentation in front of the panelists, comprising BiOSC’s Senior Council, followed by a Q&A session. The expected outcome of this activity is for the CAD XVIII to apply and impart the knowledge gained during the Research training, Cultivation training, and Conservation training. The event proceeded with the inauguration of the CAD XVIII as the official AD XVIII by the BiOSC Chairperson for the 2023 period. Congratulations to the AD XVIII members who have been inaugurated. Wishing you a dynamic journey within BiOSC!
