Very interesting information. The article above deals with golf courses in the states; some of which are in seasonal areas. How does this compare to tropical climates where retirement communities are springing up like wildflowers and labor is cheaper? Maybe the closing of courses in the states is another part of the trends toward the tropics? How would we like to be the people that bought on one of those lovely golf courses (at extremely high prices) way back when; only to end up here where our home is now worth much less? And your green spaces are turning brown? Is that the future of this course too?

I would like to add that although it is not on North Ambergris Caye all the environmental concerns are the same, run off is a no no. I have heard of some places where they put down plastic under the turf to prevent pollution of the water table. Projects of these types should be required to post environmental bonds or have insurance to insure they comply with agreed upon procedures and do not damage the environment. As you note agricultural chemicals are hazardous and need to be used prudently.

I must say I was in Consejo for the first time this weekend and the area is stunning and IMO if done right (like Consejo Shores) it would be one heck of a nice area to reside or just visit and having Chetumal a fifteen minute boat ride away you can't beat the location.

Oops first time I used the quick quote and didn't quite get it right sorry