Belize Audubon Society History
"The Belize Audubon Society (BAS) was formed in 1969 as a foreign chapter of the Florida Audubon Society. In 1973 we became an independent organization.
We were the first, and for many years the only environmental organization in Belize (then British Honduras). Initially, BAS was staffed solely by volunteers, who worked in 3 areas:
* managing the country’s first reserve (Half Moon Caye);
* providing environmental education;
* proposing ecologically important areas to be protected;
The first president of the Society was James A. Waight, whose dedication to BAS is honoured by the annual James Waight Award for services to conservation.
After Belize gained its independence, the Government passed the National Park System Act (1981) to initiate the establishment of protected areas. Half Moon Caye Natural Monument was the first area protected under this act. In 1996, the Government signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Society to manage 6 protected areas. In 1999, the Memorandum was extended to include 2 new parks. We now have more than 30 full-time staff, based both in our offices in Belize City and in the field.
Our Logo
Our logo depicts a common occurrence at Half Moon Caye. A Magnificent Frigatebird (man-o-war) is harassing a Red-footed Booby, trying to make it drop its catch. If successful, the Frigatebird will then skillfully seize the fish midair.
Our Name
Like the American Audubon Societies, the Belize Audubon Society takes its name from the great 19th century American naturalist, John James Audubon, who is famous for his paintings of the birds of America." The Belize Audubon Society.
Responsible Travel
In 2003, 575,196 cruise ship passengers were offered primarily the following shore excursions in Belize: Altun Ha Mayan Temple, Belize Zoo, Nohoch Che'en cave tubing, Goffs Caye, Hol Chan Marine Reserve, Lamanai Mayan Temple, Shark Ray Alley and Xunantunich Mayan Temple. 2008, there are no quota restrictions.
The Audubon Society’s environmental agenda for 2008 to 2013 proposes that the government should establish a visitor capacity for all tourism sites and enforce these limits.
Support sustainable development of Belize's tourism industry. Contribute positively on your Belize vacations by booking responsible excursions and tours in Belize. Book alternative (off-track) Belize cruise excursions and directly with local Belizean tour operators. Below are alternative mayan temple, snorkeling and caving excursions.
In addition, submit reviews to the BTIA and BTB (Belize Tourism Board and the Belize Tourism Industry Association), Tripadvior and other review sites.
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Belize Snorkeling : Calson Caye , Gladden Spit, Laughing Bird Caye, Moho Caye, Ranguana Caye, Rendezvous Caye, Sapodilla Cayes, Scipio Caye, Silk Caye, Snake Cayes, Belize Barrier Reef
Belize Mayan Ruins : Chau Hiix Mayan Temple, Cahal Pech Mayan temple, Caracol Mayan Temple, Lamanai Mayan Temple, Lubaantun Mayan Temple, Nim Li Punit Mayan Temple, Tikal Mayan Temple, Uxbenka Mayan Temple |
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Belize Caving : Actun Tunichil Muknal, Che Chem Ha Caves, Gibnut Caves, Hokeb Ha Cave, Laguna Cave, Nohoch Che'en, Rio Frio Caves, St. Herman's Caves, River Tubing , Tiger Cave
Other Belize Excursions : Bacab Eco Park, Belize ATV, Beer & the City, Belize City and Old Belize, Belize Zoo & Old Belize, Buggy Ride & Baboon Sanctuary, Crooked Tree Wildlife, Jungle Horseback Riding , Mayan Equestrian Affair, Sibun Bike Hike & Cave |
Below are links to the University of Belize, Central Farm sustainable agriculture program. Information onordering Belize cashew and chocolate, as well as booking excursions in Belize.
Central Farm, UB
Belize Agriculture
Belize Cashews & Chocolate
Cashews, cashew nuts and other cashew products can be ordered directly from Crooked Tree Village Villagers. Organic Chocolate, 100% organicaly grown chocolate from San Felipe's Village can also be ordered.
Belize Excursions
To book responsible excursions from Southern Belize locations like Placencia, Southern Belize, Mountain Pine Ridge, San Ignacio Belize, Cayo District, and other locations in Belize like Corozal, Belize City, Toledo, etc., see operators below.
Departing from Belize City, Belize District: Tour-belize.net
If you offer responsible excursions in Belize and would like to be listed email info@ecoroute.org with your request.
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