In 2006, Misool Eco Resort helped to create a Marine Protected Area in Raja Ampat encompassing 200 sq km of sea surrounding the resort. Hook- and line-fishing, dynamite- and cyanide-fishing, long-lining, netting, shark finning, harvesting turtle eggs and other similar activities are prohibited in the MPA.

The good news is that local villages and government support these measures. The bad news is that non-local commercial fishing enterprises aren’t as conservation-minded.

To address the need to patrol the boundaries of the MPA, the resort is raising funds for the Misool Ranger Project in conjunction with French charity Precious Planet. For every 50 Euros donated to the Misool Ranger Project, donors will be entered into a lucky draw for a free stay at Misool Eco Resort.

The deadline for entry is 1 August, so contribute to a good cause and secure your chance to win a free stay at the resort!

For more information, click here.

This entry was posted on Wednesday, June 11th, 2008 at 10:33 am and is filed under Contest/ Promotions, Destinations.