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Boca del Rio Park
Community and Society
Community Partners Lead Restoration Project at Boca del Rio Park
A large-scale cleanup and restoration project was carried out at Boca del Rio Park on Wednesday, May 27th, from 7:30AM to 12PM. The San Pedro Town Council, the San Pedro Lions Club, Alaia Resort staff and guests, local artist Karissa Vasquez of KV Creations, and more than 180 visiting members of Dassault Systèmes spearheaded the initiative.
Sports
Island Heat Classic highlights competitive beach volleyball on Ambergris Caye
The San Pedro Beach Volleyball Association hosted the Island Heat Classic, a three-day two-on-two tournament for senior male and female players from March 7th to 9th. The competition was held daily from 8AM to 4PM at Boca del Rio Park. Registration was free for teams interested in participating, and eight teams competed in a round-robin format before advancing to the semifinals and finals.
Community and Society
San Pedro’s Young Fishers Cast Off in First Kids Tournament
For the first time, a fishing tournament for children was held in San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, on Sunday, May 11th. The event attracted over 300 kids and their parents, making it a fun and engaging competition. The tournament began at 8AM, and fishing took place from the shoreline, seawalls, and piers around town. By 2PM, everyone returned to the weighing station with their catches, and the top fishers were awarded prizes.
Environment
Hol Chan Marine Reserve Launches Sargassum Relief Project with Two Harvesters
On Friday, April 11th, the Hol Chan Marine Reserve held a ceremony to officially launch its Sargassum Relief Project at Boca Del Rio Park in San Pedro Town. This marks a significant step in combating the ongoing sargassum invasion affecting the island's coastline. A key highlight of the event was the presentation and demonstration of two state-of-the-art modified harvesters designed to collect and remove sargassum efficiently before it reaches the shore.
Community and Society
Annual Love FM Christmas Parade brings festive cheer to San Pedro
The Love FM Christmas Parade, held on Sunday, December 15th, in San Pedro Town, was a vibrant celebration that brought the community together in a festive atmosphere filled with lights, music, and holiday spirit. This year's event captured the excitement and joy typically associated with the parade on the island.
Community and Society
Renovations underway for the basketball court at Boca del Rio
The condition of a basketball court is crucial for the game's overall quality. Recognizing its importance, RE/MAX Belize Real Estate has partnered with the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) to renovate the Boca del Rio Park basketball court. This initiative began on October 9th with repairs to the concrete flooring. The comprehensive revitalization plan includes a new court design inspired by the Belizean flag and replacing two basketball rims. The goal is to create a safe and engaging environment for the youth of Ambergris Caye, promoting access to high-quality outdoor sports and encouraging positive recreational activities.
Community and Society
SPTC hosts Family Fun Day 2024
On Sunday, May 19th, the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) held a community family fun day at Boca Del Rio Park. The event started shortly after 11PM and ended at 4PM. Several island families attended, and the day was filled with fun activities, performances, music, games, and prizes.
Community and Society
2023 Love FM Christmas Parade brings holiday cheers to the island
With San Pedro’s first responders leading the way, the Love FM Christmas Parade brought cheer, music, and bright lights to the streets of San Pedro. Held on Sunday, December 17th, the special holiday event saw island establishments coming together to bring joy to the community. The parade started shortly after 7PM from Boca del Rio Park and went through Laguna Drive onto Pescador Drive and Barrier Reef Drive, ending at Central Park.