Marci - Farewell to Long Caye

Last night in Belize... Sad to leave such an amazing place, but so ready to be back home. We got so much done here, yet there's so much left to do! Really looking forward to seeing all of our data mapped out; I am sure it will look great. We are blessed on our final night here with a beautifully clear, starry sky and a lovely cooling breeze. I can't think of a better way to wrap up our time here. Dallas, here we come!

-Marci Fermier

Richard Neveau June 5, 2010

Today is my last full day here at Long Caye, Belize.  This morning I was grating coconuts for Seleny.  In turn, gave me cononut juice out of a cononut.  Also, I went snorkeling by the dock with two of my classmates.   At the bonfire, in case you did not know, I was a guest member of a local Belizean drum band.  I will  see you tomorrow in Dallas.

Richard Neveau

Peggy - last night here

I wandered the interior of Long Caye today. I got photos of tree roots, leaves, and new shoots. I wound up back at the shoreline and saw the Osprey flying beside a brown pelican and frigate bird. All three are huge birds but with distinctive shapes. The most common animal here are the iguana and hermit crabs. See you all soon.
-Peggy

Dorothy

Well what excitement we have had. I swam with the sharks (babies) a couple of days ago. That was unquestionably the most amazing experience I have ever had. Everyone went snorkeling today, a few of us (the certified divers) held back and took the zodiac out. We went as far as the wall was that associated with the aquarium that was beautiful. I have some still shots and some video, getting ready to go check it out. I think everyone has had a wonderful experience one to never forget. Well, I've been in the water more this trip than the last one. I didn't get to dive :( but, still an unreal experience. I can't wait to get back in the AC... So, tomorrow, bus, here I come, hotel, and airport, just as soon as I get off the top of the boat. If you know me.... You know I'm on top with the captain. Love everyone. See ya as soon as I get home.

The Last Few Days....

Hi Everyone! I have had a blast here at Long Caye! I feel that we all have accomplished so much!!!! We have collected so much data! Every person here has worked so very hard, and I am so very proud of everyone that has participated on this trip. I think that what we are doing here is great! I think so many people will learn so much from all of the data that we have collected here at Long Caye! This has definitely been an eye opening experience for me. I am looking forward to viewing all of our data in some mapping projects, and slide show presentations. I am looking forward to coming back in the future, and to see how much more data and information we can bring back and show the world!

Love you all,
Valerie Brenner

Last Day (For Now!)

Hey everyone.  We will all be home tomorrow.  I had a great time, again, here in Long Caye.  I hope I will have the opportunity to come back and continue our studies, many more times.  I also hope to share my experiences that I have been afforded with everyone.  I hope to see you all soon.

Love,
Brandon

Goodbye to Long Caye

Well, time to say goodbye.  The boat comes in the morning to take us back to Belize City and begin our journey home.  This time has been a great adventure and certainly builds on our work last time.  We continued to learn about the Caye and the reef environment. 

Best,
Bob Winstead