May 2010
Jimmy Carter, former president of the USA, visited Guanaja Island in May while on vacation. In between fly-fishing outings in pursuit of Permit, Bonefish and Tarpon he helped plant mangroves with Guanaja Mangrove Restoration.
Thank you President Jimmy Carter!
Discussing the importance of mangrove ecosystems. Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter discussing Martin Keeley's plans for introducing a mangrove education program to Guanaja Schools. | Planting Rhizophora Mangle (Red Mangroves).
Jimmy Carter, middle, with GMR organizers Pamela and Scott reviewing their hand planted mangroves. |