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ILJA LANG ―To ensure that expedition cruises and tourism in the Arctic is carried out with the utmost consideration for the fragile, natural environment, local cultures and cultural remains, as well as the challenging safety hazards at sea and on land. AECO’s objectives AECO Guidelines Presentation 2015
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AECO Guidelines for visitors to the Arctic
ILJA LANG
―Responsible, environmentally-friendly and safe tourism
―46 members. 26 of which operate approximately 32 expedition
cruise vessels all over the Arctic (8 - 450 passengers)
Association for Arctic Expedition cruise operators (AECO)
AECO Guidelines Presentation 2015
ILJA LANG
―To ensure that expedition cruises and tourism in the Arctic is
carried out with the utmost consideration for the fragile, natural environment, local cultures and cultural remains, aswell as the challenging safety hazards at sea and on land.
AECO’s objectives
AECO Guidelines Presentation 2015
Operational guidelines
Visitors guidelines
Wildlife guidelines
Biosecurity guidelines
Site specificguidelines
AECO’s comprehensive guidelines for cruise operators in the Arctic
AECO’sguidelines for visitors to the ArcticNEW animatedbit.ly/1G2btW6
Considerations to prevent disturbance of wildlife
Research-based measures to prevent the introduction of alien species
Site specific guidelines for sites in Svalbard(ongoing work on additional sites/areas)
AECO guidelines
AECO Guidelines Presentation 2015
HRG STAFF SEMINAR 2012
Operational guidelines
Ilja Leo Lang
― Detailed regulations for Arctic operations on environmental and safety considerations, as well as cultural and social interactions
― Operational guidelines are developed and decided by the members
― All members are obliged to comply with these
AECO Guidelines Presentation 2015
HRG STAFF SEMINAR 2012
Operational guidelines
Ilja Leo LangAECO Guidelines Presentation 2015
― Content
AECO Guidelines Presentation 2015
AECO Guidelines Presentation 2015
Visitors guidelines― Safe, considerate andenvironmentally friendly tourism
Take nothing with you – leave nothing behind
Do not pick the plants and flowers
Keep a no-disturbance distance from birds and animals. Avoid noise, keep conversations low and stay away from nesting birds
Leave cultural remains alone
Respect local culture and support local communities
AECO Guidelines Presentation 2015
Visitors guidelines― A few basic rules
Avoid walking on wet vegetated areas
If possible, do not step on flowers or plant beds
Do not build or alter cairns – they may be signposts
Do not touch dead birds or animals – there has been rabies in Arctic regions
AECO Guidelines Presentation 2015
Visitors guidelines― During landings
Be sure to always have your life vests on properly
One passenger enters and leaves the boat at a time
Use the sailors grip when embarking and disembarking the boat
Always remain seated Never more than one standing passenger at any time
Secure equipment and belongings to avoid losing items overboard
AECO Guidelines Presentation 2015
Visitors guidelines― Small boat excursions
Take the polar bear danger seriously
Your guides will carry firearms and other bear deterrents
The guides have been trained in use and handling of firearms
Always follow instructions given by your expedition leader or guide
AECO Guidelines Presentation 2015
Visitors guidelines― Polar bears
Potentially dangerous
Never approach or attempt to pet or feed arctic dogs without permission and supervision from the dog owner/handler
AECO Guidelines Presentation 2015
Visitors guidelines― Arctic dogs
Respect local cultures
Respect privacy; keep a good distance from private houses and never glance or photograph through private windows
Ask before you photograph – a hesitation means no
Buy local souvenirs and products – look for CITES
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Visitors guidelines― Cultural interaction
Tourism can be a great way of learning about, promoting and creating tolerance between people with different backgrounds and cultures
Do not judge other cultures based on own sense of reality, norms and values
Cultures are different
Do not expect to find everything as it is at home – you have left home to find things different
AECO Guidelines Presentation 2015
Visitors guidelines― Cultural understanding
Biosecurity guidelines― New biosecurity guidelines
AECO General Presentation 2014
HRG STAFF SEMINAR 2012
Ilja Leo Lang
More InformationAECO web site: www.aeco.no
We wish you a safe, environmentally-friendly, respectful and unforgettable Arctic experience.
Thank you for helping us!
AECO Guidelines Presentation 2015
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