National Trust for the Cayman Islands

Press Release: International Blue Iguana Day Celebrated with School Visits from Renowned Conservationist Ian Redmond- In celebration of International Blue Iguana Day, the National Trust for the Cayman Islands was excited to host renowned conservationist Ian Redmond for a series of educational visits to local schools. His talks focused on the importance of biodiversity, the challenges facing wildlife, and the crucial role young people can play in conservation efforts. Mr. Redmond, a world-renowned wildlife biologist and conservationist, is best known for his work with mountain gorillas and elephants. His dedication to wildlife preservation has earned him numerous accolades, including the OBE (Order of the British Empire) for his services to conservation. During his visit to the Cayman Islands, he brought his wealth of knowledge and passion for wildlife conservation to engage and educate young minds about the importance of protecting the unique biodiversity of their islands. Throughout the week, Mr. Redmond visited several schools across the Cayman Islands, including East End Primary School, Edna Moyle Primary School in North Side, and Sir John A Cumber Primary School in West Bay. He shared stories from his fieldwork, discussed the importance of biodiversity, and highlighted conservation challenges and successes. Students were captivated by Mr. Redmond’s vivid storytelling and firsthand accounts of his experiences working with gorillas and elephants, as well as his insights into the interconnectedness of all living species. He linked his adventures to our iconic Blue Iguana, pointing out that gorillas and iguanas are both seed dispersers responsible for overall ecosystem health. To read the full press release click here https://buff.ly/4bl5HBf #schools #education #blueiguanas #ianredmond #blueiguanaconservation #conservation

There is still time to purchase tickets! Join us at our upcoming fundraiser "Dive Into Cayman's Maritime Heritage." Join us for an incredible night exploring the Maritime Exhibition, and listen to our guest speaker Sabrina Douglas, the first Caymanian to explore the Cayman Trench. Music by Caryn Caffarelli. There will be an amazing, live auction, silent auction, and raffle prizes. Fabulous items include staycations, artwork, jewellery, restaurant gift certificates, watersport activities, and more! Date: Wednesday 22 May 2024 Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm Venue: Cayman Collections Centre, West Bay, across from Cracked Conch Free Valet Parking. Tickets $100 includes drinks and canapes. Click here to purchase tickets online https://buff.ly/4abjFo3 #maritimeheritage #oceanconservation #diving #cocktails #cocktailparty #catboats #artefacts #sailing #ocean #nationaltrustcayman #caymanislands #discovercayman

Press Release – The National Trust for the Cayman Islands proudly announces the Cayman Climate Fair, a pioneering event designed to educate and empower the youth of our nation about the critical issue of climate change. Scheduled to take place on Saturday, June 15th, from 10 am to 4 pm at the Prospect Playhouse, Tthis innovative fair invites schools from across all islands to participate in a dynamic exploration of climate science and its impact on our beautiful region. As a frontline nation in the battle against climate change, the Cayman Islands recognize the pressing need for heightened awareness and action. While traditional methods of education, such as climate posters, remain valuable, the Cayman Climate Fair aims to take a fresh approach by integrating both science and art to effectively convey the urgency of the climate crisis. “We’re thrilled to introduce Cayman’s first-ever Climate Fair and competition,” said Bella Rooney, Climate Education Officer at the National Trust for the Cayman Islands. “This event offers a unique opportunity for students to unleash their creativity while deepening their understanding of how climate change is reshaping our islands.” The Climate Fair will showcase a diverse range of projects, including traditional science posters and artistic expressions, all focused on illuminating the multifaceted aspects of climate change. Participants will not only have the chance to expand their knowledge but also compete for exciting prizes as a recognition of their efforts. To read full press release please click this link https://buff.ly/4bjaRxl @resembid2023 #claimtechange #fair #education #teamtuesday #conservation #science #nationaltrustcayman

There is still time to purchase tickets for our upcoming fundraiser "Dive Into Cayman's Maritime Heritage." Join us for an incredible night exploring the Maritime Exhibition, and listen to our guest speaker Sabrina Douglas, the first Caymanian to explore the Cayman Trench. Music by Caryn Caffarelli. There will be an amazing, live auction, silent auction, and raffle prizes. Fabulous items include staycations, artwork, jewellery, restaurant gift certificates, watersport activities, and more! Date: 22 May Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm Venue: Cayman Collections Centre, West Bay, across from Cracked Conch Free Valet Parking. Tickets $100 includes drinks and canapes. Click here to purchase tickets online https://buff.ly/4abjFo3 #maritimehertiage #conservation #oceanconservation #nationaltrustcayman #maritime

The National Trust for the Cayman Islands is very excited to invite schools across all islands to take part in Cayman’s first ever Climate Fair and competition! Understanding the impact of climate change is becoming more and more important as an Island Nation on the frontlines of the climate crisis, but sometimes good old fashion climate posters don’t quite bring forth the urgency, so we are very excited to host our non-traditional Climate Fair, communicating climate science through traditional science posters, but also the arts! This is a wonderful opportunity for students to get creative while learning about how climate change is affecting our beautiful islands, and a chance for them to win some wonderful prizes for their efforts! We also invite members of the public to come and interact with youth and get their youth perspective on how climate change is impacting them and their futures! It is going to be taking place Saturday, June 15th, 10-4 pm at the Prospect Playhouse, the application to register students is live, click this link https://buff.ly/4bzGFy2 Registration for the event will be closing Friday, May 24th, 2024. Thank you to our grant funders RESEMBID @resembid2023 and our venue @caymandramasociety We hope to see you there! #climateaction #climatechange #resembid #resembidgrant #caymanislands #climatefair #climatecommunication #education #sustainability #youthclimateaction #sdgs #caymanclimatetoolkit #oceanconservation #forestconservation #edemicspeciesconservation #islandconservation #arts #artsforchange #sciencecommunication #youthactivists #youthaction #preservecayman #protectnature #saveourseas

As part of our Geology Education initiative with National Trust for the Cayman Islands, Dr. Brian Jones gave a public lecture in Little Cayman on the Geology and Water of the Cayman Islands. Dr. Brian Jones is a Geology professor and author of "Geology of the Cayman Islands." He has been conducting research and sharing his expertise in the Cayman Islands for over 40 years!

Last night, in celebration of International Blue Iguana Day, the National Trust for the Cayman Islands hosted a free public screening of the documentary “Saving the Blues” with over 100 guests in attendance at Andiamo, The Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman. Attendees had the opportunity to listen to a captivating talk by our guest speaker Ian Redmond, OBE, wildlife biologist, and conservationist, renowned for his work with apes and elephants, charismatic large herbivores with many parallels to our Blue Iguanas. Following the screening of “Saving the Blues” attendees participated in a lively Q&A with our panel which included Ian Redmond, Blue Iguana Recovery founder Fred Burton, and “Saving the Blues” producer Sangeeta Laudus. In particular, it was both heartwarming and inspiring with the wonderful response from the many children in attendance and their thoughtful questions. A huge thank you to all who attended this event and celebrated International Blue Iguana Day with us. Our iconic Blue Iguanas are a national treasure of Grand Cayman. They are a protected species that plays a vital role in our biodiversity. A special thank you to The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman and the Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment team for facilitating this event for the people of Grand Cayman and their continued support of the National Trust. #conservation #wildlife #blueiguanas

Press Release: National Trust hosts intimate screening of “Saving the Blues” Members of the National Trust hosted an intimate screening this week of ‘Saving the Blues’ a film produced by the Cayman Islands Government Office in the UK, and which first aired during London Climate Action Week 2023. A small group of 50 invited guests, who were also able to sample Blue Iguana gin cocktails during the evening, which included Her Excellency Governor Jane Owen, Deputy Premier Andre Ebanks and Minister of Sustainability and Climate Resiliency Katherine Ebanks-Wilks. “Saving the Blues” chronicles the inspiring journey of Fred Burton, a young British Scientist, who dedicated himself to the monumental task of saving the blue iguana, a virtually prehistoric creature endemic to Grand Cayman. The documentary highlights the critical conservation efforts led by Fred Burton, the Department of Environment, and the National Trust for the Cayman Islands, which resulted in the recovery of the blue iguana species from critically endangered to endangered status. Presented by Dr Tasha Ebanks Garcia, Representative to the UK for the Cayman Islands and featuring interviews with Fred Burton, team members from the Blue Iguana Conservation Facility, and global thought leaders, the film underscores the importance of preserving planetary species from a biodiversity perspective. To read full press release click this link https://buff.ly/3UvVudP #conservation #wildlife #blueiguanas

A huge thank you to PwC for adopting a blue iguana. PwC is proud to partner with the National Trust of the Cayman Islands and sponsor "Waterhouse" to support the very important work of Blue Iguana Conservation. @PwCCayman #internationalblueiguanaday #blueiguanas #conservation

A huge thank you to Joannah Bodden Small, Caraleya Founder and CEO adopting a blue iguana. "We are thrilled to have recently adopted our little blue 'Leya', supporting the incredible work being done by Blue Iguana Conservation and the National Trust for the Cayman Islands. Caraleya is intent on making a positive impact in the world, and through initiatives like this Blue Iguana Adoption Programme, we have the opportunity to make that impact directly in our community by helping to protect our local endangered species." - Joannah Bodden Small, Caraleya Founder and CEO @Caraleya.app @Caraleya #internationalblueiguanaday #blueiguana #conservation #wildlife