Register Now for DECR Nature School

By Dana Malcolm

Staff Writer

#TurksandCaicos, January 15, 2023 – A Nature School is opening in the Turks and Caicos courtesy of The Department of Environment and Coastal Resources.

DECR Representative Amy Avenant informs the school was created in an effort to build capacity and education among local tour operators regarding the country’s biodiversity.

It’s listed as a free, voluntary opportunity for tour operators and guides to bolster their tours ‘while acting as environmental stewards for the Turks and Caicos Islands.’

Nature School will be hosted for one hour, on the last Thursday of each month during the sessions the DECR said they would be teaching operators and guides about biodiversity, and vital ecosystems of the TCI and the wider Caribbean region.

“This will directly lead to a well-informed and knowledgeable tour and guide persons, which will improve guest experience, and lead to an empowered tourism product that sustainably interacts with the environment,” Avenant said.

While classes are free of cost attendees must register with the DECR.  Operators can contact Amy t aavenant@gov.tc or call 649-338-4170 for more information.

In-person classes are currently only offered on Providenciales but virtual participation will be facilitated.