Patchakan RC Students Explore Chiquibul and Caracol

A group of 55 students, teachers, and parents from Patchakan RC Primary School in Corozal embarked on an educational expedition at the Caracol Archaeological Site. Led by Friends for Conservation and Development’s Environmental Educator Justin Pook Jr., the group explored the vast Chiquibul Forest, gaining firsthand insight into its ecological importance and cultural heritage.

The Standard 5 and 6 students experienced the region’s breathtaking landscapes, from the towering Mayan temples of Caracol to the scenic Rio on Pools and the Rio Frio Caves. The trip aimed to deepen their understanding of Belize’s natural resources and the critical role they play in sustaining biodiversity and environmental balance.

FCD commended Patchakan RC Primary for its commitment to environmental education and expressed gratitude to the Ministry of Education, Culture, Science, and Technology (MoECST), the Belize Forest Department, and the National Institute of Culture and History for facilitating the trip.