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      Make A Difference: Loggerhead Marinelife Center



      Seeking Volunteers For Open Positions



        Loggerhead Marinelife Center (LMC) is seeking dedicated
      volunteers who are passionate about marine life and are
      looking to make a difference in their community. LMC
      volunteers play an active role in sea turtle recovery, as well
      as ocean conservation and education.
        With numerous events and programs aimed at engaging the
      community, the center relies heavily on the support of local
      volunteers. LMC offers a range of volunteer positions for anyone
      wanting to make an impact, including assisting in education and
      conservation programs, providing excellent customer service in
      the gift shop, working at the Juno Beach Pier, and assisting the
      sea turtle veterinary team. Volunteers must be at least 16 years
      old and work a minimum of one, three-and-a-half-hour shift per
      week over the course of six months.
        “Volunteers play a crucial role in our efforts to
      protect sea turtles and their habitats,” said Kay Tennison,











































                                                                                                           Volunteer Program Manager at Loggerhead Marinelife
                                                                                                           Center. “We are calling on individuals passionate about
                                                                                                           marine life to join us in making a difference.”
                                                                                                             Benefits of volunteering at LMC include:
                                                                                                             • Exclusive staff and volunteer sea turtle experiences.
                                                                                                             • Continued education opportunities through mission-
                                                                                                           aligned training lectures and classes.
                                                                                                             • Volunteer recognition awards and appreciation events.
                                                                                                             • Staff discounts at the center’s gift store, and for summer
                                                                                                           camps and visitor experiences.
                                                                                                             • Staff discounts on scuba certifications, boat fees, and
                                                                                                           rental gear.
                                                                                                             • A fun community and environment of like-minded
                                                                                                           individuals making a positive difference!
                                                                                                             To apply, fill out and submit the required application
                                                                                                           online. Applicants will be contacted about open positions,
                                                                                                           with additional training provided. Certain positions may
                                                                                                           require applicants to be a minimum of 18 years old. Seasonal
                                                                                                           and short-term internships and volunteer positions are
                                                                                                           available in several mission-serving areas. Recruitment will
                                                                                                           be ongoing through October 31 or until positions are filled.
                                                                                                             If you are looking for a meaningful way to give back to
                                                                                                           the community, LMC is the place for you!
                                                                                                             For more information about volunteering at LMC or to
                                                                                                           apply, visit marinelife.org/volunteer.
                                                                                                                         Photos by Loggerhead Marinelife Center.
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