Eugene Eisenmann was among the first ornithologists born in the Neotropics. He, more than any other person who ever lived, actively encouraged the study of Panama's birds by both visitors and residents. Our goal is to ensure that his memory endures, in Panama and beyond
Panama Rainforest Discovery Center
The decision to protect forests in the Panama Canal watershed for water security and canal function brought a vital benefit: accessible, well-conserved tropical forests that act as a living laboratory for education, research, and discovery.
With this vision, the Foundation created a tropical forest interpretation center in the buffer zone of Soberanía National Park, at the entrance to Camino del Oleoducto (Pipeline Road), one of the most celebrated birding sites on the continent.
In 2003, the Foundation received a 20-hectare concession at this emblematic location and has since operated the Panama Rainforest Discovery Center, with three fundamental objectives:
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Increase visits to the tropical forests of central Panama.
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Educate visitors about the importance and fragility of tropical forests.
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Effectively protect the buffer zone and the entire area of Soberania National Park.
