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Through
an ECOnomic Development program involving the
conservation and management of a unique system of
caves behind their village,The Indian Creek Maya Cave
Conservation Trust Project not only protects and
maintains the cultural integrity of the caves, but has
improved the economy of the village with ecotourism. Call 501-632-7938 or 626-2338 to
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Call 501-632-7938 or 626-2338 to make reservations with licensed tour guide. (Grant proposal author - Karin Westdyk) |
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Update
Spring, 2006: The trail and around the cave is now
cleared. Work was done to develop a small native tree
nusery to reforest the area around the site. See Photos. The Ya’axché Conservation
Trust (YCT) has been working with the village
to enhance their capacity in managing the area. YCT
is a community-based registered NGO, with a primary
focus on promoting biodiversity conservation in the
Golden Stream Watershed (GSW) area of Belize and to
enhance sustainable development and livelihood
opportunities in the rural indigenous communities
surrounding the watershed. Call Ixchel Women's Group at 501-632-7938 or 626-2338 to make appointment to visit waterfalls |
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A walk
through the jungle brings the caves into view. With
the help of the Ford Grant, villagers were able to
clear and maintain trails to the caves.
A base
camp is planned, as well as a camp near the caves
for enhanced exploration. A wind generator
harvesting the energy from a wind tunnel in one of
the caves can later provide lights for the caves and
camp. Call 501-632-7938 or 626-2338 to
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Entrance
to one of the caves
The
caves, which legend has it, may once have been home
to the famous crystal skull of Lubaantum. The caves
have significant cultural, archeological, and
wildlife significance. Call 501-632-7938 or 626-2338 to
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| Photos by Dennis McClam and Grant Gikas |