THE SAN PEDRO SUN

VISITOR GUIDE
July 24, 2008

The Island Newspaper

Vol. 18 #29

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Where did you read your San Pedro Sun?

Where did you take your San Pedro Sun & Visitor Guide? Take a photo of you and the paper and send it to us at: spsun@sanpedrosun.net
The San Pedro Sun hits Frontier Days in Cheyenne, Wyoming. USA. It is the Big Daddy of Them All - one of the biggest and oldest rodeos in the US!
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Lady in Waiting: Kimberly Kuhn Sharing copies in the stands was fun...

Miss Frontier Days: Kari Word

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Publisher Editor Editor Associate Editor Staff Writer/ Graphic Design Staff Reporter Office Assistant Mail The San Pedro Sun Ltd. Ron Sniffin ron@sanpedrosun.net Tamara Sniffin tamara@sanpedrosun.net Kainie Manuel kainie@sanpedrosun.net Mary Gonzalez mary@sanpedrosun.net Maria Novelo maria@sanpedrosun.net Nathalie Manuel nathalie@sanpedrosun.net The San Pedro Sun, P.O. Box 35, San Pedro Town Ambergris Caye, Belize 011-501-226-2070 (307) 460-4114 011-501-226-2905 spsun@sanpedrosun.net www.sanpedrosun.net #63 Barrier Reef Drive, San Pedro

Language can link us with other cultures, no matter how foreign the tongue may be. In an effort to share this form of communication with our audience, The San Pedro Sun proudly presents Words of the Week. This week, we will present a

couple of words in Creole, and translate it to English, using the Creole/ English Dictionary released through the Kriol Council. Special thanks to Sylvana Woods for our copy of the dictionary. Enjoy!!!

Correction karekshan Mis Taamsn mek wahn lat a karekshan pahn mi paypa. (Miss Thompson made lots of corrections on my paper.) Concoction muks Da weh kain a muks yu di mek? (What kind of concoction are you making?)

SuDoku! Answers on Page 4

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A tour of Bacalar Chico with KIAs Whale Sharks!

The first leg of the tour included a slow boat ride through the mangroves at the San Pedro Lagoon. This area is a no wake zone, which means that boats need to slow down and travel this channel as carefully as possible. While this discussion took place, the roar of a racing engine made all those present realize that the rules are being broken everyday. KIA hopes that education will reduce the number of people who are violating the laws of the environment. Taking the time to learn about our rich natural resources and the Bacalar Chico National Park, The San Pedro Sun joined the Kids in Action (KIA) once more, for a tour of the panoramic lagoon side of the island. Bird cayes, sand bars, mangroves, Mayan mounds and fossilized coral and rock were all part of the tour held on Thursday, July 17th, 2008. Belize Diving Adventures (BDA) generously donated a day trip for the

7-9-year-old group from KIA, the Whale Sharks. KIA is the collaboration between Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL) and volunteers from many diver operations in San Pedro, and aided by the San Pedro Tourist Guide

Association, Hol Chan Marine Reserve, Bacalar Chico Marine Reserve, and Green Reef Environmental Institute. The educational program aims to
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The Whale Sharks lean over while the boat is at a standstill, and take in the peace and serenity of the location, plus view the marine life so clearly on display through the incredibly pristine waters of the lagoon. keep children informed on the value of the natural resources and our reserves. The Whale Sharks headed out at 10 am and enjoyed a scenic route on the lagoon side of the island. Surrounded by the lush mangrove forests, it seemed that we were in a completely different world. Valentine, our guide and one of the organizers, took his time explaining the need for saving the bird cayes, and our boat captain Darryl made sure to stop for everyone to get a close-up of different sites of interest. A quick visit to the San Juan Visitor Center showcased several artifacts and models of the tools Mayan trade. Kids were excited to see the model of the canoe and seeds, as well as the full skeleton of a manatee. Other items, including a crocodile skull, several fossils, shells, and a beautiful model of the Bacalar Chico
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area provided some more information regarding the area. A quick tour of the grounds provided for some breathtaking views, and interesting information regarding its history and previous inhabitants. The Whale Sharks enjoyed scampering and scaling the large tree trunks, enjoying the freedom and breeze afforded at such a beautiful, unspoiled spot. There was even a guava tree that was simply laden with fruit and begged to be picked an invitation that just couldnt be ignored! Afterwards, the boat ride led
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The bird cayes are so called for their abundance of greenery and foliage that affords the birds nesting grounds and food sources. With development comes the loss of more and more of these habitats and the population of birds is dwindling.

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(Above) A model of the Bacalar Chico area keeps kids enthralled as they point out the areas they have visited and how far they have come from San Pedro Town. Part of the lore about the location of San Juans Visitor Center is that a man by the name of Pinkerton used to inhabit the area, while using it as a smuggling post for arms and ammunition. He even had a small landing area for planes where drop-offs would ensue. He disappeared suddenly from the area and before the land could be sold to a private investor, the Government of Belize made it a reserve.

(Above) The Chac Balaam area seems like a simple mound of earth, but it was in fact a Mayan creation as well. Due to the lack of large rocks and boulders like in other places where the Mayan temples rise so magnificently, the Mayas improvised and used the earth to form their own smaller temples. While the detailing is not as intricate as those of other areas, it is still an amazing feat they accomplished, and as well should be preserved.

(L) A manatee skeleton is a big attraction for the curious children visiting.

us out for a water tour of Chac Balaam, one of the Mayan Sites located in the Bacalar Chico area. A delicious lunch prepared by Enes at BDA followed this quick tour. Valentine described the plans for lunch, which included a swim stop by Rocky Point, followed by a trek down the shore to see the turtle nesting sites.

The water was warm and made for a relaxing swim, and once refreshed, those up for the walk started the trek, where the sight of all the fossilized coral and little eddies was unbelievable, and made for quite the photo opportunities! Upon closer inspection, what seemed like an ordiContinued on Page 7

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The remnants of a past turtle nest contains bits of turtle eggshells. The area by Rocky point where the nest was located is in close proximity to the main nesting ground a bit further south. nary hole in the sand turned out to be an old turtle nesting site, complete with remains of turtle eggshells. Part of the educational tour included an explanation of false nesting which usually means that the turtles are testing the shores and locating the best place to lay their eggs. The number one message however, is to protect, protect, protect the turtles and all other inhabitants of the reserve. Children who went on the tour enjoyed a great outing, and learned quite a bit about the protection of the environment and its surroundings. A special thanks to Belize Diving Adventures for their generosity, and kudos to KIA for enabling such a great day tour.

The joy of discovery can instill a sense of responsibility from a young age. KIA aims to do just that.

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Police 226-2022 Fire 226-2372 Medical Emergency (ACER) 226-3231 Emergency 911 Crimestoppers 800 922-TIPS Lions Health Clinic - 226-4052; emergencies 600-9071 or Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8am to 8pm; Sat., 8am - noon. Los Pinos Clinic 602-6383 and 226-2686. Dr. Lerida Rodriguez: 226-2197 or cell 620-1974. San Pedro Chiropractic Clinic 600-7119 Hyperbaric Chamber - 226-2851, Dr. Otto Rodriguez - 604-7599 or 226-2854. Antonia Guerrero - 600-5475. Eleazar Portillo - 610-4560 or 226-3195. San Pedro Polyclinic II - 226-2536. Dr. Zuniga: 670-8755 and Dr. Otto Rodriguez: 604-7599. Ambergris Hopes Clinic - 226-2660, Emergencies: 606-2316 US Embassy - 822-4011 Labour Office - 226-2700 (Open 8am 5pm, Mon. - Fri.) Canadian Consulate - 223-1060 Mexican Embassy - 223-0193 Guatemalan Embassy - 223-3150 Honduran Embassy - 224-5889 San Carlos Medical (MD & Dentist Services) - 7:30am - 9:00pm, 226-2918.

IMPORTANT #s

Tourist Information
Belize Tourism Board - 223-1910. Belize Tourism Industry Association (BTIA) - 227-5717. San Pedro Tourist Guide Association 226-2391.

Water, Sports & Tours

SAILSPORTS BELIZE Windsurfing, kite sailing and sailing. The latest equipment and expert instruction makes it easy to learn. 226-4488 info@sailsportsbelize.com. GRUMPY & HAPPY - Snorkeling - private snorkel tours just you on the boat, no set schedule! Visitors with special needs and children are welcome. Call 226-3420 or 672-1234. Visit www.grumpyandhappy.com, or Email: info@grumpyandhappy.com.

Real Estate...
SEASIDE REAL ESTATE Many listings, from raw land to beautiful beachfront homes. We can help you own a piece of paradise. Call 226-4545 or E-mail ambergris@btl.net SUNRISE REALTY - Land, homes, businesses, condos and investment properties. Call 226-3737, fax 2263379 or E-mail: info@SunriseBelize.com SOUTHWIND PROPERTIES - For all your Real Estate needs. Call 226-2005 or 226-2060 for information or E-mail: southwind@btl.net for current listings. SUEO DEL MAR - Paradise has a new address! Located on Barrier Reef Drive (Front Street), across from Fidos Restaurant. 8:30AM to 5PM, www.dreambelize.com, Phone: (US #) 719-302-5398, (Belize #) 011-501-226-4001. INVEST IN BELIZE - Call for Appointments and pickups. 226-4000 or www.investinbelize.com RE/MAX Isla Bonita, 1ocated at 10 Coconut Drive, San Pedro. 226-4400 e-mail: info@owninbelize.com or visit our website at www.owninbelize.com CORAL BEACH REALTY - Professionalism at its best. Visit our office Unda da Palapa on Barrier Reef Drive, 226-2681. www.CoralBeachRealty.net

Church Services
San Pedro Roman Catholic Church Sunday Mass: (English) 8am & 10am & Baptism: 11am; Spanish: 7pm; Mass or Communion Service every night at 7pm. Saturday evening: Anticipated Sunday Mass: 7p.m. Daily Masses 7am & 7pm. Living Word Church Service Sun. 10:45 a.m. Bible study Mon. 7:30 p.m. We do Christian charity work. 2262950. Assembly of God Church on Angel Coral St. T-W-St.-Sn. at 7:30 p.m. Lighthouse Christian Radio - 101.3 FM. 226-4673, Cor. Buccaneer & Pescador Drive. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints - Sunday Service: 9:30 am, Wednesday Scripture Study 7:00 pm. 17 Lagoon St. (between the bakery and the bridge). San Pedro Community Church meets Sundays at 10a.m. at the Ambergris Elementary School. All Are Welcome.

Transportation...
CRISTAL GOLF CART RENTAL - Along with Island Tour Rentals, have combined to offer the best rates on the island! Special hourly, weekly & monthly rates. Daily rates are $85 BZ. 4- & 6- Seater golf carts available. Security deposit required. Cristal - 226-4949 or 626-5555. Island Tour - 226-2351 or 226-2972. CRYSTAL AUTO RENTAL Largest fleet in Belize. Offices at International Airport and Belize City. 223-1600, 0-800777-7777. ULTIMATE GOLF CART RENTAL - Experience the ultimate ride! Yamaha carts for rent. 226-3326; Corner Tarpon & Pescador Drive. Belize Gold Cars Ltd: Yamaha carts & parts for sale. 226-3993; Suite 12, Coldwell Building. E-mail: belizegolfcars@btl.net, ultimaterentals@btl.net or visit our website at www.ultimaterentalsbelize.com. MONCHOS GOLF CART RENTALS - Four & Six seater golf carts available. Open daily 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. We deliver to your room. 226-3262 or 226-4490. CARTS BELIZE - Conveniently located just one block north of the airstrip. Hourly, Daily & Weekly. Call 226-4084.

Miscellaneous
The Lions Club of San Pedro relies on income from its Friday and Saturday Night BBQ to support the needy community. Help a great cause -have dinner with us! Green Reef A non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of sustainable use and conservation of Belizes marine and coastal resources. greenreef@btl.net /226-2833 San Pedro AA - 226-4464, 600-9061 Saga Society A non-profit humane society to address the stray cat and dog population in San Pedro. Phone 2263266. CARE BELIZE - Childrens Specialist, San Pedro. 622-8200 SP Town Library - 206-2028

Services...
CASTILLOS HARDWARE - Storm supplies, electronics, household appliances, tools, home repair items and a wide variety of paints, stains and varnishes. Pescador Drive. Phone 226-2302. S.P. HARDWARE - Large variety of hardware and household supplies. Will meet or beat any competitors price! Seagrape Drive; Open seven days a week. 226-4522

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THE

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VI S I T O R S Dining Out...

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MATA CHICA - Mambo Cuisine - for food lovers. Homemade pasta, shrimp pat, bruschetta, charbroiled seafood and much more! Call 220-5010/5011. ELVIS KITCHEN - serving the finest food since 1977. Daily Lunch and Dinner Specials. Caribbean Night on Thursday. Mayan Fiesta every Friday - come try our Maya Buffet. Open Monday Saturday. Lunch: 11:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Dinner: 5:30 p.m. 10:00 p.m. Call us for group reservations. Ph 226-2404/2176 Where something good is always cooking! CELIS RESTAURANT ON THE BEACH at the San Pedro Holiday Hotel, serves Great Fajitas, salads and local dishes for lunch. Delectable Seafood Speciaties for

dinner. OUTDOOR & INDOOR DINING 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Beach barbeque every Wednesday night with live music. RAMONS VILLAGE - Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner in a Mayan atmosphere or on the veranda overlooking the Caribbean Sea. Coconut Drive. Phone 226-2071.

EL DIVINO RESTAURANT at BANANA BEACH - Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner from 6 a.m - 10 p.m. Book your party or banquet today! Phone 226-2444.

...Unique Offerings...
SAN PEDRO FITNESS CLUB A/C Gym, Fully-equipped. Open to the public. Tennis Courts, Lap and Family pools, Aqua Fitness and Toning Classes.Open 7am Daily, 8am Sundays. 226-2683. CAYE COFFEE Take a taste of our locally roasted fresh coffee back home. A wonderful cup of coffee makes such a great difference in your day. Try it and ask for more. 226-3568.

PORTOFINO RESTAURANT AND GREEN PARROT BEACH BAR - Meet our boat at 6:30 p.m. at Fidos Dock for a complimentary ride to one of the best culinary experiences you will have while in MICKEYS PLACE - Open daily 6:30 a.m. paradise. For reservations, call 220-5096. - 10 a.m. for breakfast, 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. for lunch and 6 - 10 p.m. for dinner. SUNSET GRILL - Offering local and inBurritos on Wednesdays. Pescador Drive. ternational cuisine. Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. Located on the lagoon Call 226-2223. side. 226-2600. Come by at sunset and help BLUE WATER GRILL Island cuisine us feed the tarpons! with a twist! Wood-fired Oven Pizzas, Sushi & more! Open daily. Happy Hour 4 RENDEZVOUS RESTAURANT AND BAR - The most romantic spot in town feato 6 p.m. 226-3347. turing award winning chefs. Thai and French cuisine blended to make paradise taste like heaven, or so our customers say. Free Renbelize. Free Tasting! 226-2930. dezvous Wine tasting from 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Fermented, blended and bottled Website:pinguinobelize.com here on the property. Open for lunch and LIQUOR BOX - Wholesale and Retail on local dinner. Call 226 3426 for reservations and and imported liquors. Delivery available! Case of transport options.
Belikin Beer, Ice Cold - only $60Bz! On Buccaneer Street, open 7 Days a week 9:00am to 9:30pm. 226-2475 or 626-7331.

CASA PICASSO TAPAS + MARTINIS Small plates, big pastas and fantastic desFOOTPRINTS - Crocs shoes, Reef shoes, and serts! Hippest martini spot-Frommers. THE GREENHOUSE - Fresh Produce & Sea- fun beach accessories. On Barrier Reef Drive, Nightly 5:30pm, closed Sundays. reservafood. Belizean and imported speciality. Fresh open Monday through Saturday from 9am - 6pm. tions 226-4507.
herbs, cold cuts, chilled goods plus an exciting selection of groceries. A/C local on Barrier Reef Dr. 226-2084. CAYE INTERNATIONAL BANK - Offering Demand Deposit Accounts, Loans, Savings Accounts, etc. cibl@btl.net or phone 226-2388. PROVIDENT BANK & TRUST - Offering a full range of International Banking Services. phone 223-5698 services@prov identbank.bz GRANIELS DREAMLAND - Locally made furniture & accessories from all Belizean exotic hardwoods & Mahogany. On Pescador Drive, opposite Rocks, Call 226-2632, ext. 18 or 226-2938. Open Mon-Sat 8:30-12:00 noon & 1:00 to 9:00 p.m. & Sun 10-12 noon. BELIZEAN ARTS GALLERY - Local art! PINGUINO BELIZE - Fine Wine. Gourmet Olives, stuffed olives and spreads. Exclusively in 226-2689. BAREFOOT BOOKS - Over 9,000 new , used and well loved books available. All titles and authors and subjects. We buy your books. Located on Pescador Drive; call 226-3563. www.barefootbooks-belize.com. THE GALLERY - Fine art for fine living - the studio and gallery of Linda Mikulich. Original Fine American Style Caribbean Art. Commissions welcomed. 610-0277. SUNDANCER + MOONDANCER - Unique boutiques featuring beautiful, quality clothing, jewelry and gorgeous gift items for both men (Sundancer) and women (Moondancer). Phone: 226-3126. mercial & residential pools. Chlorine free, efficient & environmentally conscious. Free quotes! 1-877313-POOL sundancepoolcompany@yahoo.com

BEACH N KITCHEN - Open Tuesday to Sunday, from 7:30am - 3:00pm. Saturday and Sunday Brunch - choose delicious Eggs Benedict, stuffed French toast or continental breakfast! North of the bridge, near Palapa Bar. Call 226-4456. RICOS SURFSIDE RESTAURANT A truly unique dining experience on the beach at Banyan Bay. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Phone 226-3739 ext. 135.

BLUE LOTUS LUXURY DINING- Delight yourself with Indian cuisine at San Pedros newest water-top restaurant. Spectacular views of San Pedro at night! Complimentary water taxi service. Call 501-610SUNDANCE POOL COMPANY - Custom, com- BLUE (2583).

MOJITO BAR & TAPAS - Serving a wide variety of Mojitos, pitchers of Sangria, Margaritas and beer! Enjoy delicious homemade breakfasts and snacks. Located at the Sunbreeze Suites, on the beach across from BAYSIDE BAR - On the water, south of joy the swimming pool. Located in San Pablo; Belize Bank. Open daily: 7 am - 10 pm.

Party...Party...Party...Party
call 226-4655.

Tropic Cargo. Friday Night Movies - kids watch while you enjoy drinks! Happy Hour: $3.50 beer and $15 pitcher beers. Take the stairs to our third floor Bayside Restaurant. Enjoy the amazing view of San Pedro while dining in style! Call for Reservations: 2262147.

FRENCH BAKERY - A taste of France. THE HOLIDAY HOTEL - Every Wednes- All products are made in the traditional way day, live music and a fabulous Beach Barbeque with only natural ingredients. Open from 6:30 p.m.- 9:00 p.m. Barrier Reef Dr. 226- 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Phone: (604) 0748 2014. or (624) 5880.
PALAPA BAR AND GRILL - The Coolest Place, North of Bridge. Drink & Dine out over the Caribbean waters with cool breezes and no mosquitoes. Specialty is a BBQ, Slow Smoked, Pork Sandwich and Fresh Caught Fish Tacos. Open 7 days, Happy Hour Drinks 4 - 6 226-3111.

HIDEAWAY BAR AT PINKYS MOTEL Everyday specials. $4 Belikins & local rums and $6 Guinness. Saturday is fight night: come watch televised boxing and UFC while you enjoy 2 for 1 tequila shots. Bar customers en-

HIDDEN TREASURE - Discover great food in an enchanting setting! Featuring Latin American and Caribbean Cuisine, and the Islands Best Martinis & Mojitos! Open for Lunch and Dinner. For Reservations, please call 226-4111.

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Doyles Delight Expedition June 22nd -27th 2008

Belize has only two areas reaching 1,100 meters. They are Victoria Peak and Doyles Delight. Victoria Peak, as its name suggests, is a peak, and as such, has a small area of over 1,000 meters elevation, is rocky with only small patches of thin soil. Doyles Delight area is rounded and has overall deep soils and has nearly 1.5 kilometers X 3 kilometers of over 1000 meters with in many places tall forest and massive trees. It is generally assumed that the highest peak in Belize is Victoria Peak but this peak is apparently slightly lower with only 1120 meters. Victoria Peak is, with clear weather, quite visible from the coast and shows a dramatic peak while Doyles Delight is located on a less visible location and is part of a more gently sloping range, not showing such a dramatic peak. Doyles Delight, with UTM coordinates 1,824,500 North and 281,600 East, lies on the Maya Mountain Divide, approximately 6.5 kilometers north of the eastern margin of Little Quartz Ridge, and 32 kilometers west-southwest of Richardson Peak. With its elevation of 1124 meters (3717 Feet), it is the highest point in Belize. The Maya Mountains, and specifically Doyles Delight, are considered geologically old for this part of Central America dating back at Participants in the June 2008 Doyles Delight Expedition: (Front) Douglas Leonardo (Guatemalan), Alfredo Sho lic. Tour Guide San Jose, Eric Sho, San Jose, Emelino Cho, lic. Tour Guide San Jose, Bruno Kuppinger, ExpeditionCoordinator and lic. Tour Guide Christian Rodriguez, Guatemalan

least 65 million years. These highelevation forests are sufficiently rare and unique in Belize. A team of six adventurers, two from Guatemala (Christian Rodriguez and Douglas Leonardo)

Serving San Pedro Pedr edro since 1980!

We at Southwind Properties specialize in the listing & sale of fine island properties Homes, Condos, Hotels, Commercial, Income-Producing Properties & Land for homes or large parcels for development. Be sure to meet with Marianne, Edwardo or Claudio to discuss your particular needs. Southwind Properties prides itself in being there fulltime for full service and full disclosure for all your real estate needs. Call 226-2005/ 2060 or e-mail info@southwindproperties.net for more information. Commercial/Condos/Homes The Pearl of La Perla Del Caribe (T40) The small enclave of La Perla del Caribe is known for the unique Mediterranean & Caribbean architecture. Now offered for sale is the Pearl of the enclave, a 5000 plus square foot fully furnished mansion with 5 luxurious bedrms & 5 bathrooms. S1.65 million USD. Rental Property at San Pedrito (R58) Single level wooden building comprising of 6 rental rooms. Lot is large enough for a good commercial enterprise. $110,000.00 US. Residential with Rentals at San Mateo- (D25) Located in the San Mateo subdivision just across the bridge, this new house was completed in 2007. Well-constructed throughout, providing the owner with solid rental income. Close to San Pedro Town and access to basic utilities in place! Price$350,000.00 US Raw land Spanish Reef (G46) Beautiful beach front in residential subdivision. 3.5 miles north, electricity, telephone and access by boat or road. Good price at 295,000.00 US. Terms Robles (H41)Beachfront lot - 75 x 243, providing an excellent opportunity for a retirement home & swimming pool. $187,500.00 US Island Park (T42)- Residential beachfront lot aprox. 79 x 103. Enough space to build your dream home & enjoy the charming Caribbean. $320,000.00 US Lagoon frontage at Palm Bay Club. (B43) High, dry, lots of palm trees. 3 side by side lots available. Each 100 x 100. $35,000.00US or purchase 300 of frontage for only $90,000.00US Palm Bay Club (H40)- 60 feet of beach frontage with a depth of 130 feet. Price-$77,500.00 US. Boca del Rio (W35)- Large beachfront lot located just north of San Pedro Town Center in one of the most sought after areas of the island. The property sits in a quiet neighborhood and offers an ideal opportunity for either commercial or residential development. Asking Price- $825,000.00 US Robles (B46) Drive your boat up to your doorstep at this beautiful beachfront lot, lush with vegetation. Lot measures 80 x 200 and is priced to sell at only $263,000.00 US. Eileys Subdivision (G45) -Large and nice lot within electricity access located just a couple miles south of San Pedro town. Parcel 2927, measures approximately 80 x 60. Great buy at only $23,000.00 US. Ambergris Bay (Z03) Large beachfront parcel 140 x 184 of depth. $175,000.00 US. Ambergris Bay (H35) Beach front lot approx 60x 80. $90,000.00 US. Caye Caulker (J25) 4 acres with 240 of beach front, beautiful cleared & filled land. $425,000.00 US. Robles (N12) 3 side by side off the beach lots each 92 x 190 for $60,000.00 US each

who already conquered most of the highest peaks in Central and South America, and four Belizeans: Alfredo Sho, Emelino Cho and Eric Sho, all from San Jose, and Expedition Coordinator Bruno Kuppinger from Sun Creek Lodge & Tours in Toledo, climbed in a well organized

expedition from June 22nd to June 27th, 2008 to the highest area in Belize, 1124 meters. This expedition was called, Doyles Delight Expedition June 2008". Doyles Delight was named for its resemblance to the prehistoric setting
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of Arthur Conan Doyles novel The Lost World. Towering palms and strangler figs, their trunks wrapped in a green shag of ferns and mosses, rise and converge in a leafy canopy that keeps the moist forest floor in perpetual dusk. The ridge is so remote that the British Armys jungle training unit, scientists and other researchers with multinational expedition drop most of the expedition members in by helicopter. Its not known if ever a Doyles Delight Expedition was ever successfully conducted from southern Belize (Toledo). This fantastic expedition took us six days deep in the Maya Mountains of Toledo and Cayo. There was no beer, no nothing, except what we carried on our back. This was another world a green, dripping,

dark tapestry where rivers disappear underground, howler monkeys roar from the treetops, thousand-year-old Mayan temples await discovery and ticks, chiggers and flesh-boring flies buzz and bite. For some of us those were the hardest six days of their life. The southern Maya Mountains are largely unexplored, and for good reason, the limestone topography is extremely rugged; overland travel requires carrying heavy packs over rough terrain with no established trails; daytime temperatures often reach 100 de-

grees, with humidity to match. The Southern Maya Mountains, found in Belize, are known to have the greatest diversity of flora and fauna found in the world. Biologists refer to this region as the green paradise of the rainforest in Belize. Six days on the move took us over the Maya Mountains Divide nearly 1,000 meters above sea level and the highest point of our journey. The going was torturous as the days progresses. Up and down, up and down...and so on, endlessly. Our rations dehydrated
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The Gallery has a new home!

You might have noticed a change in the long time Hammocks and More Gift Shop located, next to Pepperoni Pizza. It is becoming colorful with a fresh new look, and that is because Linda Mikulich, owner of The Gallery has moved to her new digs. Together with

her partner, Jerry Lansing, they have applied their individual talents to make the store unique to San Pedro. The idea for the growth of the stores concept is in its infancy, but will keep developing over time.
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What was once Hammocks and More is now the new location for The Gallery. Not to worry, you can still pick up your high quality hammocks from here!

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The great selection of Hammocks will be there, with a few more new choices to come. More choices of unique carved items from our top carvers of Belize featuring unusual driftwood woodworking by Carlos boneman Mendez. Select pieces of artwork from artists of Belize City, and soon from other areas of Belize will also be on display. Works of art by watercolorist Rose Escalante, adds to the wonderful mix to the art collection. Interior Decorating service, murals and faux finishes for your individual interior concepts can be yours as Linda is researching contacts and product lines that will complete your furnishings and accessory needs for that individual style. Lindas talents are a welcome addition to the developing island bringing a new concept to the term, interior decor. Private residents, as

well as resort and developers will appreciate this new and innovative concept to making your space uniquely yours. Portraits and fine arts paintings are also a welcomed commission. Custom sized canvases for that hard to fit location are also hand stretched by Linda. Soon, fine arts prints and giclees will be in The Gallery for purchase conveniently packaged in tubes for easy travel. Linda will stretch any giclee on canvas for local customers. The giclees will allow residents and visitors the ability to own fine art at affordable prices. Linda Mikulich has been an accomplished artist in the U.S. for over 30 years as a premiere glass carver and artist on the Monterey Peninsulas, Central California, gracing homes and busiContinued on Page 14

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beans, rice, pasta, oatmeal, cheese, bread and assorted high energy bars were nutritious enough, even tasty and kept us well on the trail. We reached the top (summit) of Doyles Delight on June 24th, 2008 (02:30 p.m.) The marker was overgrown with grass and shrub and was covered with a thin layer of soil. It was an amazing coincidence that we managed on June 24th, 2008 to unearth this small piece of history! The name Doyles Delight was first coined in 1989 (Matola, 1989). This name has meanwhile achieved widespread acceptance. This expedition to Doyles Delight would not have been possible without the major help and support of certain individuals. Thanks to Alfredo Sho, Emelino Cho and Eric Sho for their assistance during the expedition. Most notably, the Belize Defense Force, The Forestry Department Toledo must be commended for their valuable support and back-up service for emergency cases. Get ready for one of the worlds most punishing jungles. Your life will focus on the very basics: shelter, fire, water and food. Contact information: Bruno Kuppinger, J.P., Sun Creek Lodge & Tours, 12 Miles San Antonio Road, Toledo, +501-614-2080 or +501668-8811, via e-mail: suncreek@hughes.net or ibtm@gmx.net

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nesses in Carmel, Pebble Beach and beyond. Her works are worldwide, owned by corporations and collectors. Linda also possesses her interior decorators certificate. The combination of these talents allows Linda to create unique dcor for your living or business environment, or just choosing the right gift for that hard to buy for friend or relative. Watch for more changes at The Gallery, which will include lamps, textiles, and fine decorator items. Remember, The Gallery will still be your premier Hammock Store on the island with the largest selection and highest quality of

hammocks available. Fine gifts for locals and tourist alike will continue to be a large part of the stores product line. Please come by and take a look at what The Gallery has to offer. Linda and Jerry wish to thank Gary Warner, eight-year owner of Hammocks and More Gift Shop, for his wonderful input and help in the transition. The Gallery is located on Coconut Drive next to PepperOnis Pizza, just mile south of town. The stores hours are 9:00am to 6:30pm Monday thru Saturday. Phone 226-4304 Cell: 610-0277. Remember, look for Willy holding up their sign! Interior accents and accesories sold inside The Gallery also bring about a lot of the Caribbean and colors that make the island so unique. At right, the artist herself, Linda.

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by Dennis Wolfe

Mousetrap
E-e-e-e-k! I ran downstairs to Melodys apartment when I heard her shrieking. As I burst through the door she was standing on a chair yelling, Mouse! Mouse! Mouse! E-e-e-e-e! Oh, for Gods sake, Melody, I said, as a little field mouse ran under the couch. Its just a little mouse. Theres no such thing as just a little mouse, she said. You have to get rid of it for me. Mice scare me. Get a trap and set it, I told her. When you catch it, call me and Ill throw the trap in the trash for you. A few days later I asked her, Did you ever set the trap for that mouse? Yes, she said. But that has to be the smartest mouse in the world. Every night he steals the cheese and the trap isnt sprung. Mice arent smart, I told her. Youre probably not putting the bait on the trap correctly. Whatever, she said. Anyway, Im out of cheese so Im going to have to use something else. The next day she came running upstairs and said, You have to come help me. I just heard the mousetrap go off under the couch. Ill take care of it. See, I told you mice arent that smart. By the way, what did you use for bait? I was out of cheese, she said, so I clipped a picture of a piece of cheese out of a magazine and used the picture for bait. I figured he probably wouldnt know the difference. Melody, you nitwit, I said. You cant trap a mouse with a picture of a piece of cheese. All I know is that the trap just went off under my couch, she said. Will you go check on it? I went downstairs and used a stick to pull the mousetrap from under the couch. Caught squarely in the trap was a picture of a mouse.

*Temperature variations on Mercury are the most extreme in the solar system, ranging from 90 K to 700 K. *Moses was 120 years old when he died, according to the Bible (Deuteronomy 34:7) *Each day, 100 or more whales are killed by fishermen. *In South Africa, termites are roasted and eaten by the handful, like pretzels or popcorn. *Vinegar was the strongest acid known to the ancients. *If one identical twin grows up without a given tooth coming in, the second identical twin will usually also grow up without the tooth. *The liquid inside young coconuts can be used as a substitute for blood plasma in an emergency. This was discovered by doctors in Fiji during World War II. *Proxima Centauri is the closest star to Earth (outside our solar system), but it is too small to be seen without a telescope.

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