Po Pin Chau trial off to smooth start: govt
The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) said things were smooth at Po Pin Chau trail in Sai Kung East Country Park over the first weekend under a real-name reservation trial scheme. In a social media post, the department said some 1,560 people visited the trail with registration over the past weekend. It said most visitors entered immediately without queuing, adding that…
The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) reported that the trial of Po Pin Chau trail in Sai Kung East Country Park commenced smoothly during the first weekend. In a social media post, the department disclosed that around 1,560 people utilized the reservation scheme for registration over the weekend.
The majority of visitors entered the trail without waiting in queues, and they expressed satisfaction with the new arrangement. The AFCD noted that some visitors also observed a reduction in foot traffic on the trail following the introduction of the reservation scheme, and they appreciated the improved experience at the lookout point, which was no longer overcrowded.
The department emphasized that it would continue to gather on-site data and visitors' feedback throughout the trial period, which includes the weekends in September, the Mid-Autumn Festival, and the National Day Golden Week holiday.
A comprehensive review would be conducted post-trial to evaluate the scheme's effectiveness and consider potential long-term arrangements.
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