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Bayat regency is an area that is a natural laboratory for earth sciences in Indonesia where consist important geological information. Apart from being a geological educational object potential as a Geotourism destination. Kebon Village is one of the villages in Bayat that has all the natural wonders of Bayat in terms of geology, culture, and magnificent natural beauty. Unfortunately, over time, the geological outcrops at the site have begun to degrade due to natural processes and human activities. Supported by Kebon villagers who want to develop the potential of their village, Geodwipa Teknika and Jogja Geowisata work together with the Geological Engineering Student Association of Universitas Gadjah Mada to assist and empower Kebon Villagers to develop a Geotourism village using the concepts of Geoconservation and Geoproduct. The geological outcrops in this area will be conserved by actively involving the community. Geoconservation is achieved through socialization to the villagers about the importance of geological objects and empowers the villagers as managers of Geotourism destinations. Geoproduct is a handicraft product made by Kebon villagers based on geological objects. The main Geoproduct of Kebon village is hand produced batik with geological motif and home-based geological handicraft products. This sustainable Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program is encouraging the villagers to utilize the natural potential of their sorroundings by empowering the community to improve their welfare. The final goal is that they can manage independently the Geotourism potential of their area through a tourism business unit under Kebon Village BUMDes (village-owned enterprise). The master plan budget for this program has been approved by Klaten Regency Government. In addition, management permit has also been approved by PERHUTANI (state-owned forestry company).