🐢 Saving Sea Turtles – An Educational Outreach with The Turtle Hospital 🌊
Date: February 19th
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Bayside Clubhouse
About the Event
Join us for an inspiring afternoon at the Bayside Clubhouse as we welcome a few very special guest educators (Paige and Sabrina) from The Turtle Hospital! Founded in Marathon, Florida, The Turtle Hospital is a world-renowned non-profit dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of endangered sea turtles.
In this interactive outreach program, you’ll dive into the fascinating world of sea turtles. Learn about the species found in Florida waters, the common challenges they face—from boat strikes to ocean plastics—and the "turtle-y" amazing success stories of patients currently recovering at the hospital. 🩹🐢
What to Expect
Educational Presentation: Discover the "behind-the-scenes" of a working sea turtle hospital. 🏥
Hands-on Learning: See and touch turtle shells and learn how to identify different species. 🐚
Conservation Tips: Learn simple ways you can help protect our marine environment. ♻️
Q&A Session: Bring your questions for our turtle experts! 🎤
Whether you’re a local resident, a visitor, or an aspiring marine biologist, this program is perfect for all ages. Come find out how we can all work together to ensure a future for these incredible ocean travelers. 🌊✨
http://www.turtlehospital.org