Villagers keep traditional mat weaving art alive

Giving it a go: Tourists trying their hand at weaving their own mats at the Walai Penyu Conservation Park.

KOTA KINABALU: Villagers involved with the Walai Penyu Conservation Park in Libaran, Sandakan, are branching out further in an effort to preserve their heritage and wildlife.

Beginning with turtle conservation, beach clean-ups and recycling programmes several years ago, they are now venturing into mat weaving and birdwatching activities.