CEDO E-Newsletter November 2011 - CEDO Plans for Challenges Ahead

During Veterans' Day weekend, CEDO launched a strategic planning process, facilitated by world-renowned consultants, DAI. Visioning our organization in 2020, Board members, staff, funders and other stakeholders met in Rocky Point to help direct activities and resources efficiently and effectively.

Puerto Penasco is a perfect setting for you this winter! There's no better place to enjoy the beach at this time of year. And of course, CEDO offers ecotours, shopping opportunities, nature talks and library facilities for visitors to our Field Station. Check us out!!

For a list of upcoming planned events, scroll down to "Calendar."

CEDO Comments on CDF Power Project

Power transfer lines are needed to improve electrical access for communities somewhere, but is it necessary to install those power poles through Natural Protected Areas? Read more here to learn about the project and the comments CEDO has submitted to the review committee.

Staff profile - Christian Chavez
Christian has spent most of his adult life researching the micro-biology of marine larval shrimp, yeast decay on Mexican lemons and mangrove cockles. Such intense lab research is a stark contrast to the work he does these days, sitting aboard pangas, training boat operators and fishermen on self-monitoring and data collection techniques, helping them implement sound sustainable fishing practices in the waters of the Sea of Cortez.  Read more about Christian here.

Totoaba: the First Commercial Fish on the Endangered Species List
Once abundant in the Northern Gulf of California, the totoaba (Totoaba macdonaldi) was fished nearly to extinction. Both Mexico and the United States placed protective restrictions in the 1970's on the taking of this fish, endemic to the Gulf, in order to help increase its numbers to a more healthy, sustainable population.

The totoaba may live 25 years or more, growing to six feet in length and over 250 pounds. With proper adherence to management practices, the totoaba may some day again become an important commercial fish for markets throughout the world. Learn more here!

CEDO Garage Sale:  December 10
Bring your rummage and gently used items to CEDO's Puerto Penasco Field Station (in Las Conchas neighborhood) by December 5! Then, on December 10, bring all your friends and your wallet and shop, shop shop! All donated items are potentially tax deductible for US taxpayers. All proceeds of the sale support our core mission of research, conservation and science education in the Northern Gulf. Call for more information at 520-320-5473 (US) or 521-638-382-0113 (MEX)

Holiday Gifts Available NOW!
Remember to shop at CEDO's on-line "Eco-Shop" for a variety of gifts: books, greeting cards, clothing, earrings, baskets and more! In Tucson, you can shop at CEDO's new office, saving shipping and handling fees (4560 E Broadway) In Rocky Point, our Gift Shop is open during regular business hours. All proceeds benefit CEDO's conservation projects.  Links to other on-line shopping sites can be accessed through CEDO's website, with a portion of your purchase benefiting CEDO.
CLICK HERE and begin your shopping today!


Raffle Donors  Support the businesses who support CEDO! Below are the Midstar Plaza businesses who donated prizes raffled off at the Grand Opening Party:
--A-1 TV Repair
--AZ Nail Supply
--Cartridge World
--CRAVE Coffee Bar
--Florian Florists
--ScootOver Motorscooters 

THANK YOU for coming to our Open House and Grand Opening Reception!
Special thanks to RON BARBER of Congresswoman Giffords' office for stopping by to celebrate with us!  Drop in at Tucson's public office to learn about our projects, and get involved! Office hours vary, so be sure to call ahead:  520-320-5473 / 4560 E. Broadway, Suite 220

CHALLENGE ACHIEVED!!!
The David and Lucile Packard Foundation agreed to match new gifts to CEDO made from September 1 to November 4, 2011 up to $30,000.  And we met the challenge!  Thanks to donors like you, CEDO received donations and pledges totaling $35,120.00!!  We are so grateful to all of you who dug into your pockets to double your gift through this challenge grant.

If you have not made a gift yet in 2011, there's still time to get your 2011 tax deduction. Send your gift today!

2012 Northen Gulf Tide Calendars are now available.
Click here to order your 2012 Calendar
Large format: $18.00ea
Booklet format: $8.00ea

Calendar of Events:  (ALL taking place in Puerto Peñasco)

Las Conchas "Art in the Park"
November 26, 2011

CEDO Garage Sale
December 10, 2011

Las Conchas Garage Sale
February 18, 2012

Las Conchas Home Tour (benefitting CEDO)
March 3, 2012

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