{"id":45728,"date":"2025-02-20t15:59:57","date_gmt":"2025-02-20t15:59:57","guid":{"rendered":"\/\/www.getitdoneaz.com\/?p=45728"},"modified":"2025-02-20t16:01:40","modified_gmt":"2025-02-20t16:01:40","slug":"vieques-cultural-norms-conservation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/\/www.getitdoneaz.com\/story\/vieques-cultural-norms-conservation\/","title":{"rendered":"&#8216;island time&#8217; vs. &#8216;gringo time&#8217;: how climate shapes work and conservation"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"\/\/www.getitdoneaz.com\/storyfest\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"\/\/www.getitdoneaz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/storyfest-badges.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-45868\" style=\"width:129px;height:auto\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>when we discuss climate change, the focus is often on how human activities are affecting the environment. but have we considered how the climate is affecting <em>us<\/em>? climate influences nearly every aspect of our lives \u2014 from what we wear and eat to how we feel and function. but could it also shape our cultural norms surrounding work, rest, and leisure \u2014 and even how we approach environmental conservation?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div align=\"center\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/share.descript.com\/embed\/wlwk3wge6rw\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen ><\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right has-text-color has-link-color has-small-font-size wp-elements-ca8488c994625b7c09f0951a1e202950\" style=\"color:#008264\"><em>want to listen to this story? hit play above!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>mike<em> <\/em>barandiar\u00e1n, a manager at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fws.gov\/refuge\/vieques\">u.s. fish and wildlife vieques national wildlife refuge<\/a> in puerto rico, believes it does. with a career spanning diverse climates and cultures, barandiar\u00e1n has observed how geography and weather influence not only our perception of time but also our approach to preserving the natural world. he frames this contrast as the difference between &#8220;gringo time&#8221; and &#8220;island time.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;gringo time&#8221; embodies the rigid, industrial expectations tied to american work culture. it\u2019s a mindset rooted in punctuality, strict deadlines, and a highly structured approach to tasks. efficiency and productivity are paramount, driven by external pressures and a sense of urgency to succeed in a demanding capitalist system. as barandiar\u00e1n notes, viequenses often use the term \u201cgringo time\u201d as a signal to \u201clock in\u201d and get tasks done quickly when necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>on the other hand, &#8220;island time&#8221; reflects a more relaxed and fluid approach to work, common in puerto rico and the caribbean. here, tasks are completed with flexibility, guided by the belief that things will get done when they <em>need<\/em> to get done, rather than adhering to rigid schedules. this cultural understanding of time prioritizes balance over urgency, a rhythm shaped by the steady, tranquil climate of the island.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1536\" src=\"\/\/www.getitdoneaz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/img_5388.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-46022\" style=\"width:731px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>local street in vieques, pr, featuring horses commonly found roaming the island. (daniel vera)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">cultural norms clash, but resiliency efforts persevere<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>barandiar\u00e1n&#8217;s work in <a href=\"\/\/www.getitdoneaz.com\/story\/remediation-vieques-island\/\">vieques<\/a>, a small island just eight miles off the coast of mainland puerto rico, has given him a front-row seat to these contrasting time cultures \u2014 and their implications for environmental conservation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>vieques is a natural treasure trove, home to crystalline waters, black sand beaches, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.puertorico.com\/mosquito-bioluminescent-bay\">bioluminescent bays<\/a> that glow under the night sky. yet, its idyllic present conceals a turbulent past. for decades, the u.s. navy used the island for military testing, sparking <a href=\"https:\/\/guides.loc.gov\/latinx-civil-rights\/vieques-island-protests\">fierce protests and resistance<\/a> from viequenses who fought tirelessly against the destruction of their homeland. the navy\u2019s withdrawal in 2003 marked a turning point, but it left behind a legacy of undetonated bombs and chemical contaminants, posing ongoing risks to the island\u2019s residents and its fragile ecosystems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>in the wake of the military retreat, conservation efforts began to restore the island to its original state. building on this foundation of resilience, barandiar\u00e1n and his team have prioritized hiring local viequenses for conservation efforts: \u201cwhen you hire local people, you know they\u2019re going to stay. not many adapt to the rhythms of life here \u2014 not even people from san juan.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>the locals are intelligent, educated, and professionally equipped, but their work styles often clash with the rigid expectations of the u.s. federal government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">traditional practices intertwine with conservation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>this disconnect became clear as barandiar\u00e1n observed their fluid approach to punctuality and deadlines. it wasn\u2019t laziness or a lack of preparedness, as some outsiders might assume, but a reflection of the caribbean rhythm of life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cin the caribbean, people don\u2019t live to work; they work to live. they\u2019re not lazy \u2014 they simply don\u2019t have the same need to work nonstop like in northern countries,\u201d barandiar\u00e1n said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>in the u.s., changing seasons create clear boundaries between work and rest. but in the caribbean, where seasons blur and the landscape remains perpetually lush, life moves to a different beat.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1200\" src=\"\/\/www.getitdoneaz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/img_2611.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-46165\" style=\"width:545px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>contestants at the usfws vieques compete for the trophy awarded to the biggest juey (land crab) with the largest claw. (photo courtesy mike barandarian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>this cultural rhythm also shapes how viequenses interact with their environment. traditional practices like fishing and crabbing for \u201cjueyes\u201d (land crabs) are not just livelihoods but deeply ingrained traditions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>barandiar\u00e1n and his team have integrated these practices into conservation efforts, allowing sustainable harvesting during designated seasons. \u201cwe\u2019ve found a balance between conservation laws and the needs of the community,\u201d he said. \u201cit\u2019s about cooperation and education, not imposition.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>however, challenges remain. the tight deadlines imposed by mainland funders often clashed with the viequense concept of time. for instance, assurances that work would be completed \u201cahorita\u201d \u2014 or \u201cright away\u201d \u2014 marked a cultural divide. in vieques, \u201cahorita\u201d<strong> <\/strong>doesn\u2019t mean immediately, but rather \u201csometime soon,\u201d a fluid timeframe that could stretch from now to an undetermined point in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>compounding these challenges is a deep-seated wariness of \u201cgringos\u201d and their demands, rooted in a history of outside intervention. the island\u2019s residents, scarred by decades of military occupation and environmental exploitation, approach external expectations with suspicion. this cultural resistance, paired with the relaxed pace of \u201cisland time,\u201d has added layers of complexity to conservation efforts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cthe concept of national parks is a european and anglo-saxon one,\u201d barandiar\u00e1n said. \u201cin developed countries, parks don\u2019t directly impact communities, but in developing countries, people depend on these resources for their livelihood.\u201d in vieques, conservation must balance ecological preservation with the needs of those who call the island home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">discovering ways to cross the cultural divide<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"4000\" height=\"2667\" src=\"\/\/www.getitdoneaz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/img_5787.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-46039\" style=\"width:762px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>scenic landscape of a beach in vieques. (photo courtesy daniel beauchamp)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>so, how do we bridge the gap between \u201cgringo time\u201d and \u201cisland time\u201d in environmental conservation? barandiar\u00e1n&#8217;s advice is simple: \u201cpatience, tolerance, communication.\u201d these three elements are crucial for successful cross-cultural collaboration. by fostering open dialogue and mutual respect, it\u2019s possible to navigate the nuances of differing work styles and time perceptions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>as conservation efforts worldwide become more interconnected\u2014and as climate change reshapes our environment\u2014adapting to diverse cultural norms is not just an asset, but a necessity. with shifting weather patterns potentially bringing more tropical conditions to parts of the u.s., we may even witness a gradual shift towards a more &#8220;island time&#8221; mindset in some regions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ultimately, our climate shapes not only our environment but also our cultural identity, influencing everything from daily routines to our understanding of professionalism and deadlines. by acknowledging and embracing these differences, we can create a more harmonious and effective approach to conservation \u2014 one that values both ecological preservation and the well-being of the communities that depend on these resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>it\u2019s not about choosing one \u201ctime\u201d over the other, but about finding a way to work together, respecting the diverse rhythms of life and work that each culture brings to the table.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>as barandiar\u00e1n puts it, \u201cyou don\u2019t have to agree on everything, but you have to respect each other\u2019s perspectives. that\u2019s how you find the middle ground.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>explore how cultural norms interact with environmental conservation in vieques, puerto rico, balancing ecological efforts and community.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":20934,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[4916,4935,4889,5195,4899,7173,4914],"tags":[],"storyfest_categories":[7169],"class_list":["post-45728","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-climate","category-conservation","category-government-military","category-justice","category-policy","category-storyfest-2025","category-sustainability"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- this site is optimized with the yoast seo plugin v24.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>the cultural norms of &#039;island time&#039; 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