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(@bobcside)
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Through the years I think everyone who posts or reads these forums learns of the damage being done to the ecostructure of these tropical islands. Especially as it pertains to the Coral and Wildlife. I think it would be a real good idea for the drop down screens on these web sites, that give travel, things to do , getting around and other info to visitors to include a "WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW" section that couples to the nps.gov web site so they may read and learn how very fragile things like Coral really are and what they can do to avoid contributing to the damage. I know you can never get to all of the people but every little bit helps. I believe most people who do cause damage don't do so maliciously but instead are uniformed as to the consequences of their actions.. A little education goes a long way. What to you guys think? Here is the relevant site for the DPS I found and it is very informative. The scroll down menu on the left side covers the gamut.

http://www.nps.gov/viis/naturescience/coral.htm

 
Posted : November 13, 2008 12:23 pm
(@hanslollick93)
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Great idea....great info on the national park site

 
Posted : November 13, 2008 12:55 pm
(@exit-zero)
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Great Post !! I think ALL our visitors, not just 1st timers can benefit from reading this information. Hopefully these helpful tips can transcend NPS boundaries to ALL our islands too.

 
Posted : November 13, 2008 1:50 pm

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