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2009-2010 Audited Financial Report

May 26th, 2011 by Amanda | 0

bas-financial-report.pdf

Filed under: Financials

BAS Position on Offshore Oil Exploration, Extraction and Production

Jan 12th, 2011 by Amanda | 11

BAS Position on Offshore Oil Exploration, Extraction and Production

The Belize Audubon Society aims at creating a balance between people and the environment, educating, advocating and managing protected areas for sustainable development in Belize. We call for development that is socially responsible, economically feasible with the least negative impacts to the environment. We urge that proper planning is done by all, private and public sector alike, as it relates to the use of our natural resources.  BAS believes that the budding oil industry in Belize cannot contribute to the sustainable economic development of the nation without proper adherence to environmental and socio-economic policies and plans. BAS also recognizes that these national policies and plans will be flawed without full, transparent stakeholder consultation, participation and consensus.

Filed under: Advocacy Updates, News

October Urban Bird Watch 2010

Oct 1st, 2010 by Publicity | 1

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Filed under: Bird Watch

Tropical Storm Matthew falls Lighthouse on Half Moon Caye Natural Monument.

Oct 1st, 2010 by Publicity | 14

Fallen Lighthouse
Fallen Lighthouse
Tropical Storm Matthew falls Lighthouse on Half Moon Caye Natural Monument. Belize City, Belize, October 1, 2010 - - The historic lighthouse at Half Moon Caye has finally given way to the forces of nature, as a result of Tropical Storm Matthew. The Half Moon Caye staff was evacuated from the island in the threat of the storm, so all we know is that it was some time during the weather-event that the structure fell. The discovery was made by staff upon their return to the island on Monday and a complete assessment was conducted on a trip to the island shortly thereafter. The active lighthouse was unaffected and continues to function properly. The structure, built in 1820, now lies as disintegrated pieces of metal partly in the water at the edge of the island. The lighthouse was upgraded in 1845 and the steel frame added in 1930. Originally located midway between the north and southside of the caye, the lighthouse in recent years had been gradually moving closer to the water as weather phenomena changed the dynamics of the caye, shifting it northward. The old lighthouse was decommissioned in 1997 and since then has been gradually decaying. Efforts were being made to preserve the cultural landmark, but it did not gather enough steam to generate the needed funding. In 1998, a new lighthouse was erected several metres away from the old structure.  Belize Audubon Society is currently seeking funding to erect a multi-function building visually replicating the iconic architectural design of the old lighthouse. This new structure will not only honor the old lighthouse but will also function as a visitor centre, communications center, and patrol and observation deck.

Filed under: News

Belize Audubon Society Financial Report 2009

May 27th, 2010 by Amanda | 0

INDEPENDENT AUDITORS’ REPORT

Filed under: Financials
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