Magnificent Cliffs --- Jet Ski free---- best snorkeling ever!

We just returned from a 2 week stay on the cliffs. This was the best snorkeling we have experienced in the last 5 years. MOSTLY it was due to the fact that we didn't have to "watch our backs" every time we heard a jet ski motor approaching us. Ever since the buoys disappeared from the cliffs, snorkeling has been hazardous with many near misses......I hope the ban is still in place next year so that we can have another vacation that allows us to do what we love most without fear of being hit by jet ski. Just sayin'

Glad to hear!!! I love snorkeling on the cliffs as long as the sea is friendly. :) Not having to watch your back for jet skis is definitely a plus!! I'm sure the fish are happier too!

Great to hear you had a great trip RK . We were not able to make it this year. Feels good here at 50 today though! From a fellow Ottertailian!

we we in Negril for 2 weeks in Feb. it was so nice and quiet without those jetskis, now to get rid of those running and crapping horses, soon come

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Originally Posted by mn negril fan

Great to hear you had a great trip RK . We were not able to make it this year. Feels good here at 50 today though! From a fellow Ottertailian!

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Hope to see you at the Otter for Jamaica Festival on March 22!

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Originally Posted by yetta

I'm sure the fish are happier too!

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We have not seen this many fish in a long, long time....large schools, great variety, and opportunities to swim with 2 eagle rays for quite awhile....Yes, the fish are definitely happier!

That is so great to hear!

Reggaekaren, where is the Otter and the Jamaica festival? Sounds fun!

Yes, Jamaica Festival sounds fun....I'm in Brainerd Lakes area...more info??

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Originally Posted by limeex2

Reggaekaren, where is the Otter and the Jamaica festival? Sounds fun!

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The Otter is in Ottertail ...here is their Facebook link : https://www.facebook.com/ottersupperclub

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we we in Negril for 2 weeks in Feb. it was so nice and quiet without those jetskis, now to get rid of those running and crapping horses, soon come

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Yes let's get rid of the horses and while we're at it how about the roving musicians that are sometimes so awful you throw them a buck to have them leave. Cigarette smoking and cigarette butts are also way out of control too. Let's put a ban on that and while we're at it I would love to see no one openly drinking alcohol in public that sets a poor example for the children that travel with there family's to negril. Nothing more disgusting than than watching over weight out of shape people walking around doing bicep curls with their red solo cups. And the pub crawl. There's something to write home about how you went away on vacation and traveled around in a bus with a bunch of other intoxicated people going from bar to bar. That's something to be really proud of. Crime, bad ganja, water pollution, bottom line is I could continue in my rant of what should be fixed but what's the point. Come next winter when I'm freezing my ass off up north do you think any of these things are going to change my mind about going to Jamaica again. Hell no it's the land of "no problem, everything irie " and we'll all keep coming back. If you don't like it, don't go. There's other islands you can visit. Nuff said!

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Originally Posted by reggaekaren

Hope to see you at the Otter for Jamaica Festival on March 22!

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Yah Mon Jamaica me crazy at the Otter hope to be there. Walking distance from my house!

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Originally Posted by oceanbeachsky

Yes let's get rid of the horses and while we're at it how about the roving musicians that are sometimes so awful you throw them a buck to have them leave. Cigarette smoking and cigarette butts are also way out of control too. Let's put a ban on that and while we're at it I would love to see no one openly drinking alcohol in public that sets a poor example for the children that travel with there family's to negril. Nothing more disgusting than than watching over weight out of shape people walking around doing bicep curls with their red solo cups. And the pub crawl. There's something to write home about how you went away on vacation and traveled around in a bus with a bunch of other intoxicated people going from bar to bar. That's something to be really proud of. Crime, bad ganja, water pollution, bottom line is I could continue in my rant of what should be fixed but what's the point. Come next winter when I'm freezing my ass off up north do you think any of these things are going to change my mind about going to Jamaica again. Hell no it's the land of "no problem, everything irie " and we'll all keep coming back. If you don't like it, don't go. There's other islands you can visit. Nuff said!

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The point i was making is that the horses running up and down the beach can be dangerous, especially if the run into a kid, when they crap in the water, it does nothing to help the coral reef, take a pill

Overweight tourist as you call them, flexing there muscles with red solo cups, or the people that go on the pub crawl,
do not pose a threat to anyone but them selves. The jet skis do. It will probably take a child to get run over by a horse
to finally ban them. I'm not usually a beeotch, but your statement is totally ridiculous.

ya mon, soon come

No horses on the cliffs to speak of. They are not really suited for climbing the rocks.

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Originally Posted by oceanbeachsky

Yes let's get rid of the horses and while we're at it how about the roving musicians that are sometimes so awful you throw them a buck to have them leave. Cigarette smoking and cigarette butts are also way out of control too. Let's put a ban on that and while we're at it I would love to see no one openly drinking alcohol in public that sets a poor example for the children that travel with there family's to negril. Nothing more disgusting than than watching over weight out of shape people walking around doing bicep curls with their red solo cups. And the pub crawl. There's something to write home about how you went away on vacation and traveled around in a bus with a bunch of other intoxicated people going from bar to bar. That's something to be really proud of. Crime, bad ganja, water pollution, bottom line is I could continue in my rant of what should be fixed but what's the point. Come next winter when I'm freezing my ass off up north do you think any of these things are going to change my mind about going to Jamaica again. Hell no it's the land of "no problem, everything irie " and we'll all keep coming back. If you don't like it, don't go. There's other islands you can visit. Nuff said!

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oceanbeachsky,well said:cool:

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Originally Posted by Hussyband

No horses on the cliffs to speak of. They are not really suited for climbing the rocks.

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One of many pluses regarding the West End. I do however love me some beach time, in measured doses.

My concern is purely the $hit. I hope a solution comes soon. Regarding kids, the horses were there first, so with that said, how about you just simply watch your kids, or better yet leave them at home. I can see where Oceanbeachsky is coming from, no need to nanny up Negril. I see *****ing about jetskis, *****ing about horses, blah blah blah blah blah blah. Interesting how some are selective about their vices and pass judgement on others about theirs.

Understand where you are going and adjust to another locale if Negril is not your thing. Treasure Beach is a great spot with no horses, jet skis, higglers, or whatever BUGS you about Negril.

Now the theifs are another story.

***** = beotch

thieves not thiefs.

uhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

If you step in horse dung on the beach,is that good luck? Ya know like when the baby poops on you?

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Originally Posted by oceanbeachsky

Yes let's get rid of the horses and while we're at it how about the roving musicians that are sometimes so awful you throw them a buck to have them leave. Cigarette smoking and cigarette butts are also way out of control too. Let's put a ban on that and while we're at it I would love to see no one openly drinking alcohol in public that sets a poor example for the children that travel with there family's to negril. Nothing more disgusting than than watching over weight out of shape people walking around doing bicep curls with their red solo cups. And the pub crawl. There's something to write home about how you went away on vacation and traveled around in a bus with a bunch of other intoxicated people going from bar to bar. That's something to be really proud of. Crime, bad ganja, water pollution, bottom line is I could continue in my rant of what should be fixed but what's the point. Come next winter when I'm freezing my ass off up north do you think any of these things are going to change my mind about going to Jamaica again. Hell no it's the land of "no problem, everything irie " and we'll all keep coming back. If you don't like it, don't go. There's other islands you can visit. Nuff said!

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Wow..SMH.. Seems you're very angry person and speaking of those "disgusting overweight people" you're talking about I would love to see your vacation pictures:(

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Originally Posted by reggaekaren

We just returned from a 2 week stay on the cliffs. This was the best snorkeling we have experienced in the last 5 years. MOSTLY it was due to the fact that we didn't have to "watch our backs" every time we heard a jet ski motor approaching us. Ever since the buoys disappeared from the cliffs, snorkeling has been hazardous with many near misses......I hope the ban is still in place next year so that we can have another vacation that allows us to do what we love most without fear of being hit by jet ski. Just sayin'

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Sounds nice! we are looking forward to snorkeling on the cliffs in eight weeks:)

Regarding the issue of Cigarettes, that law has changed & no smoking Cigarettes/Cigars is allowed in Jamaica in public. Public health issues of cig's, 2nd hand smoke & nasty cig butts on beach s/b resolved now. Glad I quit smoking cigarettes years ago so won't be an issue for me & will be nice not have heavy smokers polluting my air. I do think we all need to be less judgmental of other's opinions whether you agree or not with others...remember Jamaica promotes Respect to each other!

The smoking ban isn't for "public places" but enclosed areas, correct?? To the best of my knowledge, one can still smoke on the beach,etc....

Laws with no police to enforce?

Fred,

The Jamaica Maritime Authority are finalizing the rules for the jet skis as this thread is happening. This will include additional jurisdiction for the Marine Police to enforce the new regulations, as well as additional funding for the Maritime Police.

I spoke at length with the spokesperson from the Maritime Authority after the town meeting on Friday. They are moving forward cautiously but want to have easy to regulate requirements for all the personal water craft and their operators, both commercial and private.

If for some strange reason you are referring to the cigarettes, the police have been enforcing the laws. So much so that there was a huge story about at Sumfest last year which resulted in a change to many of the non-smoking regulations making them more of a common sense issue.

http://jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/2...ead/lead2.html

It is essential common sense - no smoking in commercial enclosed areas because the employees shouldnt be forced to inhale second hand smoke. No smoking around children, which is a no brainer. And yes, it can, has and will be enforced by the police.

Rob. Im hoping that they are not going to allow the jet skis back but it sounds like they will be allowed again with more regulation . That fact that ppl are seeing bigger schools of fish now in the same area as the jet skis were running is testament to how much better it is without the skis. But thats my judgement . Will ust have to live with the decision. It won't stop us from coming to Negril but man the vive was so much better without em.

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Originally Posted by Rob

The Jamaica Maritime Authority are finalizing the rules for the jet skis as this thread is happening. This will include additional jurisdiction for the Marine Police to enforce the new regulations, as well as additional funding for the Maritime Police.

I spoke at length with the spokesperson from the Maritime Authority after the town meeting on Friday. They are moving forward cautiously but want to have easy to regulate requirements for all the personal water craft and their operators, both commercial and private.

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Rob,

Could you elaborate a likkle on what measures will likely be implemented?

I was wondering if there would be a complete ban still on watercraft on the 7-mile beach and, if so, what areas are they talking about using?

Perhaps you can't give "facts" and I don't want "speculation"! :rolleyes:

Peace and Guidance

Acc,

I am awaiting an official statement that the Maritime Authority said they would email to me. They understand that the traveling public has an interest in what is taking place. But until that point, any additional information I would provide would not be completely factual and more based on speculation.

There is not a complete ban on watercraft, the catamarans and glass bottom boats are still in operation. The ban effected only "personal water craft" commonly referred to as jet skis. This is island wide and effects both the commercial and personal owners. If you live here and own a jet ski, at present you are banned from using it.

The information provided so far will change the way all the jet skis operated in the past - and will make swimming along the beach much safer as there will be designated areas where the jet skis will be allowed to operate - far away from the beach swimmers.

As soon as I get the information, it will be passed on right here on the Negril Message Board.

I'm not being negative Rob. But a law on paper is just paper. I never actually See police anywhere ?

At this point, what's the earliest the jet skis 'might' return. Is the six-month ban set in stone? I would love to have no jet skis when I arrive this summer.

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Originally Posted by Fred Stripe

I'm not being negative Rob. But a law on paper is just paper. I never actually See police anywhere ?

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I can only assume that this is a joke. People have posted pictures of themselves taken with the police. People have mentioned their encounters with the police. I saw at least two patrol cars pass me on my way to Firefly this morning. You must be joking....

tricky thing about those police, when u don't want to see them, they are there..... When u need em, no where to be found.... another one of life's great mysteries....

If I owned a bar on the beach. I would get together with ALL the bars/restaurant owners stores etc and creat our OWN beach security and stop waiting for the Govt.

How much would it cost each place ? Not much and they protect their investment. With respect Rob. They need more police on beach and street. I do have lots of trips there, I see little presence.

This has never been discussed? ALL these places can't chip in what? $10 per day for Long Bay security ? Four cops at $50 day? That's $200....daily,

Just have a presence. I hardly see the whites shirts also. Just saying. Lets talk solution. Quit waiting on the Govt. Isnt that why they have the "private guards?" so make private guards for Long Bay,paid for by all properties.

Is there anywhere close to Negril where one can operate jet skis 1) safely 2) legally 3) away from swimming and snorkeling areas? I have not traveled much and have not had much opportunity to ride pwc. However, I did not know it was such a problem and definitely love the thought of a much more relaxing and viral ocean life! I would like to partake in such activities, responsibly, if it is possible. Thanks!

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Originally Posted by Rob

There is not a complete ban on watercraft, the catamarans and glass bottom boats are still in operation. The ban effected only "personal water craft" commonly referred to as jet skis. This is island wide and effects both the commercial and personal owners. If you live here and own a jet ski, at present you are banned from using it.

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B. Jeff, Looks like no.