Are donations to CEA Tax-Deductable?
In order to be tax deductible in the U.S., please make contributions through the Yucatan Environmental Foundation, CEA's 501(c)(3) fiscal agent, and mail to:
YEF, c/o Alex Bradley, PO Box 1813, Port Townsend, WA 98368-0219. Please note on your payment that it is intended for CEA.

What is CEA?
CEA is a non-profit conservation organization working on the Mexican Caribbean to monitor the impact of development on the regional ecosystems and culture; to report findings and their significance to the public through education; and, through education, to influence public policy.

How long has CEA been around?
We are celebrating 15 years research, education and advocacy in Akumal, working to understand better the natural elements that make this place so beautiful, to raise awareness about how to protect it and to invite others to join us in our efforts.

What Programs does CEA have?
We have a Marine and Coastal Program who's coordinator is Miguel Angel Maldonado, Sea Turtle Program who's coordinator is Armando Lorences, Water Quality Program who's coordinator is Edith Sosa, Environmental Sustainability which our Director Paul Sanchez-Navarro oversees, we have an Environmental Education Program run by Mirna González, Communications is run by Alma Boada and Reef Monitoring Program is David Placencia.

Can you please tell me what a group of turtles would be called. In other words, a group of frogs are an army?
According to Alex and the Internet they are a Bale

When is Turtle Season and is it OK to night snorkel?
Turtle Season is May- October and we recommend no night snorkeling during that time, the lights disturb and confuse the turtles.

Where is the best place to swim with dolphins for the best price?
Thank you for your inquiry. As an ecological center working to protect
the habitat, flora and fauna of the incredible Mexican Caribbean, we recommend that humans do not keep dolphins in captivity. Therefore, we cannot recommend swimming with them, especially in a time when so many companies abuse these beautiful and intelligent sea mammals. There are accounts of infection, physical abuse, and even death. I am sure one or two places may treat the wild animals better, but they are still in captivity.

I have a question. Is there anything regarding jetskis and their impact on the environment. The concerns are various:

• Jetski engines are highly inefficient and very polluting- this is a threat not only to wildlife, but to bathers as well.
• They can injure wildlife, including endangered species such as sea turtles and manatee.
• They are loud and annoying. If humans are bothered by them, they surely disturb birds, fish, and other creatures.
• Wakes increase erosion.
• Coral and seagrass habitats are very fragile and are easily damaged by pollutants, increased turbidity from stirring up the bottom, direct physical contact, and even the sheer forces created by the engines.
• They may help spread exotics and invasive species when taken to different sites.
• And finally, there are way too many accidents around these craft. They are used as thrill rides, and as such, are often used irresponsibly.
  

I read that there is no fishing within 250 meters of beaches used by swimmers. Does this apply to all types of fishing or just underwater spear fishing? Is there anywhere nearby where underwater spear fishing or fishing with a line and tackle is allowed?
Thank you for your question. This does indeed apply to all fishing.
Fishing with a line and tackle is allowed in other areas (where there are no hotels or regular swimming areas), for personal consumption only, not commercial. Underwater spear fishing is generally not allowed and requires a special permit.