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Hol Chan Marine Reserve
Community and Society
MarFund Leads Post-Storm Reef Response Workshop in San Pedro
The Mesoamerican Reef Fund (MarFund) hosted a post-storm reef response workshop in San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, on August 24th, which included a site visit to the Hol Chan Marine Reserve. The one-day session provided participants with a firsthand look at post-storm response and conservation efforts being implemented at the reserve.
Community and Society
Coast Guard Back-to-School Drive Offers Free Haircuts in San Pedro
The Belize Coast Guard Sector North held its Back-to-School Drive on Wednesday, August 26th, at Central Park in San Pedro Town, in coordination with the San Pedro Town Council. The initiative provided children with free haircuts, hair braiding, and basic health checks as they prepared to return to school.
Business & Economy
Secret Beach stakeholders meet to address ongoing challenges
On Friday, August 7th, members of the Secret Beach Association (SBA) convened a meeting to address several concerns affecting stakeholders and the growing tourism destination northwest of San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye. Among the main issues discussed were security, public health, road infrastructure, and garbage collection. Several government officials and agencies were invited to participate in the discussion; however, some were not represented at the meeting.
Business & Economy
SFXCU hosts first Educational Business Expo in San Pedro
The St. Francis Xavier Credit Union (SFXCU) San Pedro branch held its first Educational Business Expo at Central Park on August 6th, drawing local businesses, government agencies, and community members to learn more about member services, financial products, and protections.
Community and Society
Kids in Action continues shaping Ambergris Caye’s next generation of marine stewards
The 2026 Kids in Action Youth Summer Camp concluded on Sunday, July 26th, with a field trip to the Hol Chan Marine Reserve followed by a closing ceremony at the Angel Nuñez Auditorium. During the ceremony, dozens of participants received certificates recognizing their achievements in scuba diving, fly-fishing, and snorkeling. The students were also presented with prizes and encouraged to continue developing the skills they acquired throughout the program.
Conservation
52 Loggerhead Turtle Hatchlings Found Dead Amid Sargassum Buildup
The ongoing sargassum influx affecting San Pedro's coastline has been linked to the deaths of 52 loggerhead turtle hatchlings found on a beach on Monday, July 20th. As the current sea turtle nesting season is ongoing, the incident has raised concerns about the impact of heavy sargassum accumulations on vulnerable marine life.
Community and Society
Kids in Action Summer Camp returns with 90 young participants
The San Pedro Tour Guide Association's annual Kids in Action Youth Scuba Summer Camp has returned, welcoming 90 participants for three weeks of hands-on training in scuba diving, snorkeling, swimming, and fishing, including fly-fishing. The program, which began on July 6, will conclude on Sunday, July 26, with a certificate ceremony and the traditional visit to the Hol Chan Marine Reserve, where participants will put the skills they learned throughout the camp into practice.
Community and Society
Caye Caulker Miss Lobster Fest Delegates Visit San Pedro Ahead of Pageant
Contestants competing in the 2026 Miss Lobster Fest pageant in Caye Caulker visited San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, on a promotional tour ahead of the July 17th pageant. Hosted by reigning Miss San Pedro Miley Chi, the delegates toured the island, participated in interviews, dined at El Fogón, and visited the Hol Chan Marine Reserve as part of efforts to promote the pageant and strengthen ties between the sister islands.