Cayo Scoop! The Ecology of Cayo Culture

The Belize Forestry Department celebrated Earth Day with the signing of an MoU, the planting of a mahogany tree, and the inaugurating of their nursery. 

"San Ignacio Celebrating Earth Day 2015.  It's our turn to lead indeed.  Signing of MOUs with Rehab facilities!  Joining the 1 billion acts of green by planting our very own Mahogany tree in our compound and also inaugurating our Nursery.."

Guanacaste National Park had a similar celebration, and were joined by the Belize Audubon Society, which got some great pictures too.

The University of Belize had their annual Earth Day Fair last week.  Lots of students made it out to learn about the environment and how they can make a difference.  A big thanks to PACT for funding the event.

Video of the day.  Rebecca Stirm has a behind the scenes video out for Earth Day, and she has a dress made with organic materials, like fungus.  She has the talented Vanessa Awe doing makeup.  It was shot around Roaring Creek, near Guanacaste National Park.  Well done.

Monica Gallardo posted some pictures, and here are the fashion shots, on her blog from the shoot.

The Benque House of Culture is having an Earth Day celebration on Tuesday, April 22nd, starting at 8:30am.  They'll do a clean up and painting campaign at Centennial Park.  They are looking for more capable volunteers, so if you're interested, call 823-2697.  Happy Earth Month!

"Our Act of Green will be to maintain and upkeep the beautification project at the Centennial Memorial Park, join in and be a part of the green wave for Earth day , because it is more than just a day, but a lifestyle."

The Belize Audubon Society really knows how to celebrate Earth Day.  They've launched a campaign to educate everyone about Belize's protected areas, they'll be doing cleanups, planting trees, showing movies on the subject, and they're having a video competition.  They've already visited Roaring Creek Nazarene School and United Evergreen Primary School, click to see their pictures, courtesy of Dirk Francisco.  Thanks, BAS, and happy Earth Month!

"In continuing to be a part of this world wide initiative, this April the Belize Audubon Society will once again embark on several activities in celebration of Earth Day.  In recognizing the importance of our environment, these events are vital and necessary tools for educating the general public about conservation and creating support in fostering responsible livelihoods for a sustainable and greener environment."

Earth Day is on the 22nd, and the U.S. Embassy is having an art competition to celebrate.  This year's theme is 'green cities.'  You can submit any artwork to the U.S. Embassy, and the deadline is April 15th.

"Calling all Environmentalists and Artists!  Earth Day is on April 22nd, and this month's theme is Green Cities.  In what simple ways can you make your home, town, or city a better, safer, healthier and more environmentally sound place to live?  We ask that you identify an environmental challenge in your community and suggest a solution.  We will turn the winning submissions into posters for Belize Earth Day 2014.  Send us your ideas in a beautiful work of art.  The deadline is April 15. "

Earth Day is coming, and tomorrow night contains Earth Hour.  There will be a celebration at Governor General Field in Belmopan starting at 8:00pm.  Switch off your lights from 8:30 to 9:30 to celebrate.  Panerrifix will be playing.

A huge thanks to everyone that helped with the Mountain Pine Ridge cleanup in honor of Earth Day.  Looks like they collected tons of trash. Go Green...and don't freaking litter!

"Happy Earth Day Everyone!!  Mariposa Jungle Lodge proudly joins our industry partners in the Mountain Pine Ridge Reserve as 3 of our team members of the Go Green team embarked on a rigorous clean up campaign this morning.  Our designated portion is from the Seven Miles Junction to the Junction of Hidden Valley Inn.  Together we can raise more awareness and make a daily difference."

The University of Belize is having their annual Earth Day Celebration next Wednesday, April 22nd.  There will be loads of food, fun, activities, and informational booths. 

The University of Belize had their Earth Day festivities yesterday.  Looks like a lot of knowledge was imparted.  Picture Album 2.

Feelgood news of the day.  The Benque HoC teamed up with the Benque Marimba Academy on Earth Day to clean and paint Centennial Park.  Great way to spend Earth Day.

"Cleaning and beautifying the Centennial Park, as an act of our green initiative in celebration of Earth day in Benque Viejo Del Carmen by the Benque House of Culture (NICH) and the Benque Marimba Academy. "

The University of Belize is having a photo competition for Earth Day.  There are 3 categories, kids, amateur, and professional.  Photos should follow the theme of 'Growing Green,' and must be submitted before April 23rd, and the winners will be announced at UB's Earth Day festivities on Wednesday, April 30th.  Good luck!

"To create a photo-line which will depict an individualized interpretation of the theme Growing Green while also encouraging the use of technology to capture Belize’s beauty at its best.
Prizes:
Kids categories – Guided tour of the Blue Hole National Park and St. Herman’s Cave Natural Monument for the class; Transportation will be Provided by Earth Day Funds. The winner will also receive a $50 cash prize and two regular Cholis from Moon Clusters. School Bag with supplies courtesy the UB Environmental Club.
Amateurs categories – $300.00 cash prize courtesy DFC plus a $50.00 gift certificate courtesy Kerasi
Professional categories – Overnight stay for 2 at Black Rock Lodge plus $100.00 cash Prize courtesy Cholo’s Golf Cart Rental."

The Belize Audubon Society is having a film competition to celebrate Earth Day, with the theme being 'Our Protected Areas.'  Wow, doesn't that make around a dozen or so different Earth Day competitions around the country?  Kind of proves how beautiful and sustainable Belize is, and, percentage-wise, how there are more reserves and parks than most other countries...let's keep it that way. 

There will be 3 prizes, and first place will get $500, and a tour to Cockscomb Basin.  The deadline for entries is April 22nd.  Good luck!

The University of Belize is having their annual Earth Day celebration on Wednesday, April 30th.  Like always, they are having some competitions to celebrate the event.  All secondary and tertiary students can enter the video competition.  Videos must have the theme of environmentally friendly waste management practices.  UB students can enter the essay competition.  There will also be a bike race on the day of the event.