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Coastside
Ecotourism - STANDARDS |
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Standards for
Coastside Cultural and Ecotourism
Participants in the Half Moon Bay Coastside Chamber of
Commerce and Visitors’ Bureau eco-cultural tourism program agree to
uphold the following standards:
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Conform to environmental regulations and preserve the natural
resources of the Coastside:
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Properly manage and recycle garbage and wastes, and keep natural areas
litter-free.
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Do not pollute or disturb natural habitat areas including water bodies.
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Control visitors’ behavior in and around sensitive wildlife habitat
areas.
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Use native species to promote wildlife use.
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Use sustainable practices when harvesting natural products.
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Minimize impacts on the environment.
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Protect the rich and unique cultural heritage of the Coastside:
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Conform to local architectural style and scale.
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Contribute to a sense of place and historic authenticity.
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Provide opportunities to learn about the Coastside’s historic and
current cultural characteristics.
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Promote opportunities to learn by doing through ‘hands-on’
experiences and active participation.
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Offer visitors the opportunity to participate in onsite activities such
as harvesting or processing farm products, monitoring wildlife,
restoring natural areas, etc.
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Provide a safe environment for visitors
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Enhance visitors’ learning with interpretive materials.
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Promote local economic opportunities through
Ecotourism:
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Engage Coastside residents
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Promote Coastside ecotourism activities
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Buy local products and support local businesses
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Provide a quality experience
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Help visitors learn how they can contribute to restoration and
conservation of the Coastside’s natural and cultural resources.
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