By Brian Jones, Community Research Coordinator , Belo-sur-mer, Madagascar. In social marketing terminology it’s referred to as an “aperture”- a point in time when you have your target audience’s undivided attention, and your message will be most effective, soaked up … Continue reading
By Brian Jones, Community Research Coordinator, Blue Ventures, Belo-sur-Mer. I feared a revolt as I brought our group of weary travelers together at dusk, and told them that we’d be having our first evening session with the Velondriake Association committee … Continue reading
by Kame Westerman, Project Coordinator, Andavadoaka. Standing on Split Rock, with the high-tide watermark well above my head, I’m astonished at how much the tide changes throughout the day; only five hours ago, these rocks that I’m now surrounded by … Continue reading
By Kame Westerman, Project Coordinator, Andavadoaka. For the Velondriake equivalent of the glorious 12th, the opening of the Nosy Hao Octopus reserve is something of a reserved affair… The procession has snaked its way down the beach with spears, masks … Continue reading
By Daniella Sachs. One of the most incredible experiences I have had so far was my trip south with Thomas, a former Malagasy shark fisherman who now runs the Turtle and Shark Research Project for BV… Continue reading
by Kate Evangeli Octopus Day We’d been trained up in the art of how to sex an octopus which basically involves putting your fingers in the head, finding the correct tentacle and seeing if there is a sperm tube. It … Continue reading
By Nell Bennett
A normal afternoon lazing around in Andava.- I am to be found lying on the white sand of half moon beach, reminiscing on the mornings dive. Continue reading
By Olivia Poller
My name’s Olivia Poller, I’m 13 years of age and from Australia. Recently Mum and Dad decided to go on an adventurous holiday to Madagascar, dragging my brother and myself along with them. Continue reading
By Liz Poller
We are almost into the last week of our expedition and I am starting to feel sad that we have to leave this paradise. For me the trip to Andavadoaka has been the best experience I have had since having children. Continue reading
By Camilla de Coverly Veale Well it is nearing week 3 of expedition 43, a very small group, only 9! Which has its pros and cons. The days pass in a whirr, mostly focused around meal times. Our huts are … Continue reading