Source : Nech Sar National Park office
The Guji people considered Nech Sar grassland plains, the Park’s core conservation area as their main grazing land, and the Abaya and Chamo Lakesas crucial sources for watering their cattle. The Sermelle River of the Park area is also an alternative source to water the cattle. However, the water from the two lakes is preferred by the livestock due to its salty taste. Securing access to grazing for cattle is extremely important for Guji people because their cattle are integral parts of their life. They have highly dependent on the cattle and their products as the source of their diet and income (Figure 7).