MINISTRY OF TOURISM, ENVIRONMENT, HERITAGE AND GAMING
Last week Grand Turk youth had the opportunity to participate in the island’s first, annual Eco-camp. The camp, a collaboration between the Turks & Caicos National Museum, and the Department of Environment & Coastal Resources (DECR), ran from the 15th to the 19th August, and not only allowed for some summer fun but also introduced participants to some of the environmental issues faced by the TCI.
“The DECR is pleased to have collaborated successfully with the National Museum! It was wonderful to witness Grand Turk’s youth show an interest and learn so much about their environment. We look forward to this becoming an annual event in Grand Turk’s summer calendar,” said DECR’s Environmental Outreach Coordinator, Amy Avenant.
The camp was sponsored by the TCNM’s Children’s Club and the DECR, which made it possible for a total of 13 children to enjoy activities such as learning to swim, kayaking, snorkelling, and even a trip to Gibb’s Cay! All children had to do was register the week before, at no expense, and ensure they showed up on time every day.
“This camp gave the youth of Grand Turk the opportunity to learn first-hand about the wonderful natural resources Grand Turk has to offer, and also how to protect them for future generations,” said Patricia Saxton, Director of the Turks & Caicos National Museum.
The TCNM and the DECR would like to thank the following individuals / organisations for their kind contributions towards making this program a success:
Ben Strubenberg, Turks & Caicos Swimming Federation
Reef Peepers
Oasis Divers
Papa J’s Tours
