Buffer Zone in Nepal (IMAGE) Michigan State University Caption Bordering the Chitwan Natural Park Nepal is a buffer zone which allows local residents some access to the forest to harvest wood and grasses. Credit Sue Nichols, Michigan State University Center for Systems Integration and Sustainability Usage Restrictions With credit License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.