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Exploring the Wilds of Andros: A Journey Through West Side National Park – CSM Intern Narratives

Conservation Storytelling & Media Internship 2024Exploring the Wilds of Andros: A Journey Through West Side National Park – CSM Intern Narratives By Lauren Ritchie Exploring West Side National Park was nothing short of an expedition into the heart of vast wilderness. I coined the nickname Bush Babies at the onset of this internship to convey [...]

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A Day of Exploration and Learning at Bonefish Pond – CSM Intern Narratives

Conservation Storytelling & Media Internship 2024A Day of Exploration and Learning at Bonefish Pond – CSM Intern Narratives By Quintez Bethel Friday began with the anticipation of adventure. The weather was perfect, with clear skies and a gentle breeze setting the scene for a serene and beautiful experience as we prepared for a day at

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All Hands on Deck: Highlighting the Volunteer Efforts of M/Y Alder in the ECLSP

All Hands on Deck: Highlighting the Volunteer Efforts of M/Y Alder in the ECLSP By: Leah Carr July 19, 2023 The Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park (ECLSP) is renowned among the many spaces that make up The Bahamas’ 32-national park system, and for good reason. While each national park showcases the incredible beauty of

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Recognizing The Callender Family & the Silver Fox Fishing Tournament for Their Ongoing Support

Recognizing The Callender Family & the Silver Fox Fishing Tournament for Their Ongoing Support The Callender Family’s impact for conservation transcends generations, with Jason Callender (third from left) currently being a major supporter of BNT initiatives May 31st, 2023 - Nassau, Bahamas The Bahamas National Trust (BNT) proudly recognizes the ongoing, generous support of The

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Soaring with Science: A Collaborative Approach to Protect Inagua’s Flamingos

Soaring with Science: A Collaborative Approach to Protect Inagua’s Flamingos By: Elijah Sands Photos By: Elijah Sands and BNT Science Dept. May 26, 2023 In the serenity of Inagua, one of the world’s largest Caribbean flamingo populations is under threat by invasive feral hogs. Thanks to generous supporters from BNT’s 2022 Pig Roast and Morton

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BNT Celebrates Outgoing Executive Director Eric Carey with “Final Farewell Event”

BNT Celebrates Outgoing Executive Director Eric Carey with “Final Farewell Event” December 28th, 2022 - Nassau, The Bahamas The Bahamas National Trust (BNT) recently celebrated its outgoing Executive Director Eric Carey and his legacy at their “Eric’s Final Farewell Event” at Baha Mar. In April 2022, the environmental nonprofit announced this would be their last

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Return of BNT’s Jollification Kicks Off Holiday Season

Return of BNT’s Jollification Kicks Off Holiday Season Then-BNT President Pericles Maillis with then-Prime Minister Hubert Ingraham at the signing of the Abaco National Park lease in 1994 November 11th, 2022 - Nassau, The Bahamas After a successful return to their in-person fall events with the 30th Wine and Art Festival earlier this month, The

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A Decade of Restoring Mangroves at The Bonefish Pond National Park

A Decade of Restoring Mangroves at The Bonefish Pond National Park Prior to its establishment as a national park in 2002, The Bonefish Pond National Park was used as an illegal dumping ground. Since 2008 a number of restoration projects have been undertaken with the aim of returning the park to its pristine condition. By:

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Grand Bahama’s Lucayan National Park Celebrates 40th Anniversary

Grand Bahama’s Lucayan National Park Celebrates 40th Anniversary June  23, 2022 - Nassau, The Bahamas Special guests recently joined The Bahamas National Trust (BNT) in Grand Bahama to celebrate one of the island’s natural jewels - the Lucayan National Park - during its 40th anniversary last weekend. The Lucayan National Park (LNP) is one of

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Tackling Pollution and Defending Parks with NFL Stars and BNT Partners

Tackling Pollution and Defending Parks with NFL Stars and BNT Partners By Elijah Sands June 13th, 2022 On Friday, June 10th, to celebrate World Oceans Day, we welcomed a few NFL players from The Bahamas All Pro Celebrity Weekend, some of our corporate partners, and other special guests to The Bonefish Pond National Park (BPNP)

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