Belize is gearing up for the 14th Annual Reef Week, a nationwide celebration aimed at raising awareness about the Belize Barrier Reef’s importance to the country’s economy, environment, and cultural identity. Scheduled to take place from Saturday, March 15th to Saturday, March 22nd, 2025, the event will bring together local non-governmental organizations, tourism stakeholders, and business partners under the theme “Building Resilience from Ridge to Reef!”
Reef Week 2025 promises a lineup of activities designed to engage and educate participants of all ages. The week will feature interactive classroom presentations, inspiring the next generation of ocean stewards, community clean-ups to encourage environmental responsibility, and a marine photography competition to showcase Belize’s breathtaking marine biodiversity. Ocean enthusiasts can also take part in social media trivia contests with prizes, while gamers will have the opportunity to experience an interactive environmentally themed video game.
Among the week’s most anticipated events are a swimming competition from Goff’s Caye and the traditional “Ride to the Reef” cycling event, which will see participants journeying from Belmopan to the coast. The festivities will culminate in an educational fair in San Ignacio Town, offering attendees the chance to learn more about marine conservation efforts and how they can contribute to protecting Belize’s natural heritage.
Organizers emphasize that Reef Week provides a unique platform for Belizeans to connect with, learn about, and actively participate in the conservation of the country’s valuable marine resources. The event’s supporters encourage nationwide participation and invite the public to stay informed through the Reef Week Facebook page.
Reef Week 2025 is organized by a coalition of conservation and tourism organizations, including the Belize Audubon Society, Belize Fisheries Department, Belize Fund for a Sustainable Future, Belize Tourism Industry Association, Oceana, The Nature Conservancy, and the Wildlife Conservation Society, among others.
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