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January 28, 2020 Vanessa Kilburn

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Toucan Ridge Ecology & Education Society| Ecological field station/ in the Maya mountains, Belize | @birdsoftoucanridge @treesbelizefarm

Like many of us, you may be feeling a little disco

Like many of us, you may be feeling a little discouraged by biodiversity loss, climate change and other problems our earth is currently facing. Want to make a difference?

We are always looking for volunteers that can work from home to help meet our objectives of maintaining biodiversity in the tropics (Which accounts for a large portion of world biodiversity), mitigating habitat destruction and reducing our community carbon footprint. We are addressing these issues through capacity building in Belize while providing at-risk youth with opportunities that will benefit Belize, the planet and expand their skill set for future employment.

We are currently looking for young/senior professionals and influencers that would like to help get the message out. People can use their skills to; lead local fundraising campaigns or spread the word through writing articles for magazines, newspapers, and social platforms.

Additionally, we could use help in securing spots on popular podcasts, radio shows, etc. Anything that helps promote T.R.E.E.S.’ mission!

For more information on how you could help please contact Mathieu at mcharette@treesociety.org

Thank you from the T.R.E.E.S Team

#greenplanet #biodiversity #bio #nature #selvamaya #belize #youth #youthempowerment #capacitybuilding #helptheplanet #fieldstation #treesocietybelize #volunteer #love

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Another very fun and successful NABC workshop and

Another very fun and successful NABC workshop and certification session at TREES. These workshops are a great place for the exchange of skills and knowledge of bird molts and ageing and sexing of migrant and Belizean resident bird species. Also a great place for capacity building and meeting banders from a variety of banding stations. Ever increasing bird banding collaborations and long-term friendships. #nabc #birdbanding #birdobservatory #belize #birdconservation #birdbander #outdoorclassroom #conservationthrougheducation #molt #trbo #treesocietybelize

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Looking for the perfect Christmas gift? Check out our shop for great gifts; t-shirts, tanks, beach towels and more..even skateboards 🛹!

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All proceeds from sales go to our community development and wildlife conservation programs in the Maya Mountains of Belize. A gift to feel good about..

#treesocietybelize #treestshirts #belizetravel #christmasgift #givingforconservation #instagift #logos #toucan #toucanlogo #fieldstation #jungle #trbo #belize #trees @birdsoftoucanridge

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We are celebrating International Migratory bird da

We are celebrating International Migratory bird day with one of our favourite Neotropical migrant - Ovenbird (Seiurus aurocapilla). They migrate twice a year from Eastern North America to Central America, Caribbean Islands and some will go all the way to Northern Venezuela..How is that not the coolest thing ever??! #bird #incredible #birds #banding #birdbanding #birdringing #ringing #birdconservation #birdnerd #wild #nature #birdsofbelize #belize #migration #love #rad #nature #naturelovers #warblers #warblersofinstagram #birdsoﬁnstagram

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The superb large eyes of owls have evolved to make

The superb large eyes of owls have evolved to make them formidable predators, all part of species evolution. Mottled Owl (Ciccaba virgata) @treesocietybelize #birds #bird #owl #owlsofinstagram #owls #kings_birds #nuts_about_birds #evolution #birdconservation #conservationthrougheducation #outdoorclassroom #wild #greenplanet #picoftheday #eyeshadow #nature #birdobservatory #fieldststation #trbo #treesocietybelize #birdbanding #birdringing

Every year we get a few Magnolia Warbler (Setophag

Every year we get a few Magnolia Warbler (Setophaga magnolia) that spend their non-breeding time in Belize and at the station. We have been banding this species for many years now perhaps we will beat the current age record. The oldest Magnolia Warbler on record (obtained by banding efforts), was least 8 years, 11. Incredible for a bird that weight about 10 grams and a migrates hundreds of kilometers every year.

#birdbanding #birdbandingstation #birdringing #migration #warbler #bird_brilliance #birdconservation #wild #nature #biology #birdsofinstagram #birdsofinsta #belize #birdsofbelize #instagood #trbo #birdobservatory #treesocietybelize

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Meet Iain! Our fundraising coordinator at Ecorana.

Meet Iain! Our fundraising coordinator at Ecorana. You may not see him much but he has been working behind the scenes with us for about a year and has been helping with Ecorana fundraising, grant-writing, and much more!

Iain has done a great job supporting us remotely and had the chance to join us for some fieldwork in Canada where we were conducting our Goshawk survey and Coastal Painted Turtle Projects on the Sunshine Coast.

We'd like to extend a huge thank you to @EcoCanada and its funders who have supported us over the last year in bringing on an intern to help us in these trying times. Organizations like theirs are building the next generation of young environmental professionals. Establishing a sustainably-oriented workforce is crucial to addressing our current climate crisis.

Happy Holidays from Ecorana! Our friends over at @

Happy Holidays from Ecorana! Our friends over at @treesocietybelize are running a special holidays promo🎉 From now until December 1st, use promo code “TOUCAN2021” to receive 15% off on all lodging between December 20th, 2021 & January 5th, 2022.

Switch it up this season and spend your holidays in the Maya Mountains of Belize!🌴Visit their page and follow the link in their bio to book!

TREES, our main partner in Belize will be fully op

TREES, our main partner in Belize will be fully open this fall and our popular NABC birdbanding workshop session is back! NABC workshop from Nov. 7-11 and certification Nov. 12-13, 2021. These will follow our bird banding internships in September-October. Contact us soon, spaces are limited! @treesocietybelize @birdsoftoucanridge #birds #birdbanding #treesocietybelize #birdringing #trbo #workshop #outdoorclassroom #avianconservation #belize #nabc #belizetravel #biology #nature #birdbander #ecology #birdsofinsta

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After spending a week at T.R.E.E.S this past summer, I feel that I have grown as a student, a scientist, and a person with the T.R.E.E.S directors and staff’s help. So many wonderful memories made despite having to confront a lot of fears and personal limitations…I am certainly more of a “city-girl.” But I honestly did end up enjoying myself! I decided to come on this trip to challenge myself and I feel that I came out of it with even more than I was hoping for: friends, fun, once in … Read more

MichelleStudentUniversity of Iowa

We LOVED staying at T.R.E.E.S! Very educational, excellent hospitality and food. It was an unforgettable experience and I will definitely be back! Thank you for all your hard work!!

Stacy & JaredSave the Frogs Eco-Tour guests

In my travels to wilderness hotspots in various tropical parts of the world – West Indies, East Africa, India, Seychelles, Comoro Islands, Madagascar, New Zealand, Hawaii etc – I have come across few places that can match Toucan Ridge for sheer biodiversity that is really accessible – there is even a bus stop right there! To have rainforest pristine enough for jaguars, right next to stream and overgrown-orchard habitats, is truly exceptional. Bird netting there for just a few days in March… Read more

Dr.Tony DiamondPhDUniversity of New Brunswick

T.R.E.E.S. is without a doubt one of the best places you can stay in Belize! Mat and Vanessa are awesome, and the rest of their staff is very helpful. They are always willing to help you with whatever you need, even if it’s setting up tours with other tour groups. The grounds are amazing. If you’re looking to stay in a rainforest with some great people, T.R.E.E.. is the place for you. Also, the food is amazing!

BeckyStudentUniversity of Florida.

T.R.E.E.S immediately felt like home to me thanks to the beautiful yet rugged facilities, Vanessa’s welcoming smile, and Matt’s delicious cuisine! There was always something amazing to do or see. You get both quantity and quality when it comes to experiencing true Belize ecology at the T.R.E.E.S field station. Thank you T.R.E.E.S!

BrittanyBiology StudentUniversity of New Brunswick

Having travelled to the wilder parts of Costa Rica, Brazil, Peru and Bolivia, I can say that Toucan Ridge is a tremendous destination for biology or environmental studies courses – the mix of humid tall rainforest, mist-covered hills, jungle river, second growth and low intensity citrus fields provides an amazing richness in species, habitats, and teaching opportunities. During our course, we recorded about 60 species of birds, nine species of bat, various possum and rodents, as well as 3 larg… Read more

Dr. Graham ForbesPhDUniversity of New Brunswick

T.R.E.E.S is a beautiful piece of paradise. The cabins gave a lookout into the backyard jungle, and the center is open and welcoming. There were so many things to see and do! Also the food is amazing!

BaileyBiology StudentUniversity of New Brunswick

I just want to start off by saying this trip has been one of the best learning experiences of my life…… I am so glad and fortunate my first internship was with T.R.E.E.S……you guys are doing an astonishing job with the research station, the environment is perfect for people of all levels to learn and develop further their skills as biologists…..Because of this experience, although it was tough at times, I intend to continue my pursuit in becoming a biologist…..You guys were awesome!

DiegoBehavioural Ecology InternVirginia Military Institute

It’s hard to express how much gratitude I have with a simple “thank you”, but I guess it’ll have to do. This place is an oasis in an oasis and the things I’ve learned and experienced here will last forever. Oh yeah, the food’s great and Mat and Vanessa are the best.

ConnorHerpetology InternUniversity of Texas

Thank you so, so much for everything. The food was absolutely amazing, and the facilities were great – luxury compared to the last place we stayed. Thank you for being so nice and accommodating. I could live here!!! I will miss the place. ,

AmieEco-TouristSanta Cruz

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