Community characteristic as a base in planting bamboo and vetiver in hilly areas, a case study of Cibeureum Village, West Java

Abstract Involving the community is a way of protecting environment. The area Mount Gede Pangrango tourist destination for people from Jakarta and its surroundings. Changes in land use happen rapidly, as well deforestation hills. Community participation to reforest hills one ways that carried out service activities. Based on characteristics community, purpose this study evaluate procedures planting bamboo vetiver at slopes Pangrango. method collecting data by observing interviewing various stakeholders. gets involved come backgrounds intentions. analysis shows most important stage action planning. At stage, leader an position. According less phase was evaluating activities results. In organizer could complete itself. conclusion leaders members are keys program. A direct economic benefit strengthen participation. will not offer their support unless program offers benefits profit.