Comments on: Turtle Nesting Season in Gandoca

By: Jenifer

Jenifer — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 03:46:31 +0000

You are very intelligent to ask that question! The truth is ugly…and the decision that was made that brought this situation on was not done in favor of tutle conservation nor scientific research. Like most bad decisions it was due to petty and corrupt people. If you want to participate in conservation always go with the most scientifically sound organisation.

By: Ashley

Ashley — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 20:56:41 +0000

“Development” agency? What does development have to do with turtle conservation? why is the beach split into two sections administered under two different agencies?

By: Emily Yozell

Emily Yozell — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 05:31:24 +0000

Just so that folks know, The Gandoca Development Association (ADIG) also coordinates volunteers for turtle monitoring. The beach at Gandoca is divided into 2 sections for sea turtle protection, one portion administered by Widecast and the other by ADIG with the University of Costa Rica. They both work jointly with community housing and food for people who would like to stay for a few days and help out. The phone number of MINAET office in Gandoca is:2754-1103.
One can catch a boat to Gandoca from Manzanillo or hike down the coast with a local guide – both great experiences thru the wildlife refuge, can book guide at Guiasmant office in Manzanillo.

By: Greg Summers

Greg Summers — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 16:31:43 +0000

Did you feel the earthquake yesterday?

By: Editor

Editor — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 19:38:48 +0000

Ah, I contacted ANAI for the information and Widecast responded…but I actually just thought it was multiple names or a name change not a different organization. In either case, people have been enjoying the Widecast tours at Gandoca so far!

By: Brad Nahill

Brad Nahill — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 16:03:37 +0000

ANAI no longer runs the sea turtle conservation work in Gandoca, it is now Widecast Latin America (www.latinamericanseaturtles.org). They can also set up tours directly and have a wonderful volunteer program. Leatherback turtles also nest in Cahuita National Park, Widecast runs that program as well and tours are available.