PADI Open Water Dive Training

Rangers at TIDE need to be well trained in a variety of disciplines to carry out the daily demands placed on them.From installing buoys to retrieving gill nets, the proper use of SCUBA equipment enables some of the more hazardous underwater work to be carried out safely. SCUBA certification is a necessary rite of passage […]

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Fish Spawning Aggregation Sites

From May 5th to 10th, TIDEresearch team conducted monitoring and exploratory dives at the establishedFish Spawning Aggregation Sites (FSA) within the Sapodilla Cayes Marine Reserve(SCMR). The aim of this research is to increase knowledge of spawningaggregations of commercially important species in Belize, including the Nassaugrouper, recognized as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List. FSA

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WWF Mesoamerica Smart Coast Project Closing Event – Tela, Honduras – April 2023

TIDE’s Education and Outreach Coordinator Federico Caal travelled to Tela, Honduras to participate in WWF Mesoamerica’s Smart Coast Project Closing Event. Experts from the region gathered to share knowledge gained from implementing WWF Mesoamerica’s Smart Coast Project in their countries. Mr. Caal was able to share with regional partners on the success of TIDE’s youth

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SCMR Fisher Forum 2023

The Toledo Institute for Development and Environment (TIDE) on April 27, 2023, in partnership with the Belize Fisheries Department (BFD), hosted a fisher forum in Punta Gorda Town at the Father Ring Parish Hall.  The objective of the forum was to sensitize fisherfolks on the rules and regulations of the zones within Sapodilla Cayes Marine

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Celia Mahung’s Farewell

The 1st of March marked Ms. Celia Mahung’s last day with TIDE as the Executive Director.Thank you, Ms. Celia Mahung, for the 16 years of extraordinary leadership, commitment and dedication to conservation and exceptional guidance in achieving TIDE’s mission.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AEo1AA0S3RgMs. Mahung has proven relentless in her leadership, progressing TIDE’s work in conservation and community development to

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New Executive Director

The Toledo Institute for Development and Environment (TIDE) Board of Directors takes the opportunity to inform the public that Ms. Celia Mahung is retiring from her position as executive director on February 28, 2023. The board thanks Ms. Mahung for her 15 years of leadership, commitment and dedicated service and wishes her well in her

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Mafredi Wildlife Conservation Youth Group

Members: 15Formed: July 2020.GOAL: “To save wildlife, to protect the natural environment, and empower young people by developing their knowledge, skills, and confidence that channels their passion into positive and creative actions that help create a sustainable planet and inspire people to value nature.”ACCOMPLISHMENTS:1) Patrols with their mounted unit during dry season, surveying for illegal

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Eldridge Triple P’s

Formed: April 2017Members: 21GOAL: “To grow our club with active youths, under great leadership and support, as we strive to create an eco-friendly community.”VISION: “To use what we have and create change and positive impact on our community”Eldridge ville Triple P’s:Protect – environmentPreserve – reservePrevent – pollutionPresidents: Stephanie Ramclam & Reecie MutrieVice President: Venice ParhamMAJOR

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Laguna Birding & Environmental Club

Members: 28 Formed: July 2021Goal: “To keep our community clean & beautiful, be eco-friendly, & providing opportunities to everyone.” – Mathew Sacul, President. MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS: 1) Environmental clean up campaign in Laguna Village and Punta Gorda seaside. 2) Recycling is a new activity. We are still in the process of collecting bottles and other materials

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