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EcoTourism
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We are Endémica Expeditions: Diving Station, School, and local
EcoTourism Operators in Juan Fernández Archipelago, Chile.
Our main operating center is in Robinson Crusoe Island, only 20 meters
from the main dock, on the quiet waters of Cumberland Bay.
We have been operating 9 years in Robinson Crusoe Island, devoting ourselves
to land activities and underwater excursions in the Archipelago, one of
the most beautiful National Parks of our country, declared a World Biosphere
Reserve by UNESCO, acknowledging its great botanical interest; its lush
plant life is exclusive of these islands due to a high level of endemism.
Our work team is made up of professional divers certified by CMAS agency
(Confederation Mondiale de Activites Subacuatiques), aswell as Chilean
Navy Licensed and Padi (Proffesional Asociation of Diving Instructors).
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The main goal of Endémica Expeditions is that, through our guidance, visitors may discover, get to know, and learn in a fun and safe way about the plant and wildlife of these Islands, both on land and underwater.
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have also worked as logistic support for audio-visual productions (National
Television, Channel 13, and independent producers), aswell as scientific
researches (ictiology projects, bathymetry, underwater reconnaissance).
Pedro Niada Marin Director of Endémica Expeditions CMAS Diving Instructor, Class 2E (Confederación Mundial de Actividades Subacuáticas – World Confederation of Underwater Activities) Autonomous Sport Diving License, Chilean Navy Underwater photographer Licensed Guide of CONAF (Forest Corporation) for Juan Fernández National Park Teacher of "Don’t Leave a Trail" Program by NOLS – USA, National Outdoors Leadership School Basic First Aid and Normobaric Oxygentherapy Course (ACHS – Chilean Safety Association) Audiovisual Communications Professional, UNIACC University, Santiago, Chile pedroniada@endemica.com |
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Fabiana Persia Diving Assistant, CMAS Diving Instructor License, Class 2E (Confederación Mundial de Actividades Subacuáticas World Confederation of Underwater Activities) Autonomous Sport Diving License, Chilean Navy Emergency First Response Course #0509052627 Licensed Guide of CONAF for Juan Fernández National Park Small Boats Sailing License Visual Artist / Designer Licensed in Arts, bachellor of Cuyo University, Mendoza, Argentina. fabianapersia@endemica.com |
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Leave No Trace (LNT) is a practical preservation program for natural areas. The aim is to share the principles of DLT with people interested in natural resources and in the enviromental problems of wildlife areas. We also expect these techniques to contribute to developing respectful ethics regarding nature. Camping with the least impact depends more on attitude and awareness than laws or regulations. Allow other people to also enjoy nature.
PLAN AHEAD AND PREPARE BEFORE THE EXCURSION
Research as much as possible about the place you plan on visiting: paths, camp sites, weather, restrictions.
Define goals and aims of trip. Consider participants’ physical conditions.
Take appropiate equipment for land and weather conditions, by not doing so you will probably impact.
So as to minimize the rubbish, repack your food in bags or containers that may be used repeatedly. Avoid taking cans or jars.
If possible, travel in small groups.
TRAVEL AND CAMP ON DURABLE SURFACES
Camp as far as possible from water sources or springs (60 m .= 70 strides).
Avoid places where impact is starting, allow them to recover.
Avoid polluting water sources, only use clean containers.
Restrict activities in locations with plant life.
In areas of constant use:
If you visit locations that are frequently visited: concentrate your activities within sites that have already been impacted.
Use established and regulated locations.
Stay within paths, walk in a row, don’t make paths any wider.
Don’t shortcut, this will erode even more.
Rest on durable surfaces outside the path, such as , rocks, sand, gravel, dry grass, etc.
If you visit pristine locations, disperse the impact.
When travelling through areas without paths, walk along durable surfaces.
Camp on durable surfaces.
TAKE WHAT YOU BRING WITH YOU (RUBBISH)
Return all the rubbish you produce, and if possible, any that you may find. Do not bury rubbish.
Protect your food and wildlife by correctly packing your food. Remember, this is your food, not the animals’.
Pick up any food that may fall on the ground, return any scraps.
ELIMINATE CORRECTLY WHAT YOU MAY NOT RETURN
Bury all human feces in a hole: dig a 30 cm. deep hole, at least 60 meters away from water sources, paths or camp. Once filled, cover and hide it.
If you use toilet paper, return it or burn it in a boat, not next to the toilet hole, so as to avoid fires. Try substituting toilet paper with leaves or rocks.
On the beach, you may defecate near large rocks, as long as it isn’t a fishing/breeding area or sea well.
Wash your cooking ware and bathe as far as possible from water sources (at least 60 meters), using as least biodegradable soap as possible. Disperse dirty water.
LEAVE WHAT YOU MAY FIND
Respect nature by leaving flowers, plants, rocks, shells, etc. in their place. They soon become a nuisance at home.
Leave behind all archeological objects, taking them with you is a criminal offence and distorts any ongoing research.
Do not alter animals’ behavior or activities. Do not disturb them, remember, WE are the visitor.
Try to listen to nature, avoid disturbing noises.
FIRES: MINIMIZE THEIR USE AND IMPACT
Camp fires impact greatly on nature. Use a camping stove, it saves us time and we may use it on any surface or weather condition.
If you decide to make a camp fire, consider the conditions, enough firewood, wind, etc.
Pick up any fallen firewood from wide areas, and no wider than a wrist-width. Do not cut dry branches from trees.
Do this in an established location. Do not make fires next to rocks or under ledges, this tends to smoke locations.
Once finished using, allow wood to completely become ash and put out, grind any charcoals and disperse.
Fully clean the campfire location so others may use it after you.