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loGGerhead NeWs
Make A Difference: Loggerhead Marinelife Center
Seeking Volunteers For Open Positions
Loggerhead Marinelife Center (LMC) is seeking To apply, fill out and submit the required application
dedicated volunteers who are passionate about marine life online. Applicants will be contacted about open positions,
and are looking to make a difference in their community. with additional training provided. Certain positions
LMC volunteers play an active role in sea turtle recovery, may require applicants to be a minimum of 18 years
as well as ocean conservation and education. old. Seasonal and short-term internships and volunteer
With numerous events and programs aimed at engaging positions are available in several mission-serving areas.
the community, the center relies heavily on the support of Recruitment will be ongoing through October 31 or until
local volunteers. LMC offers a range of volunteer positions positions are filled.
for anyone wanting to make an impact, including assisting If you are looking for a meaningful way to give back
in education and conservation programs, providing to the community, LMC is the place for you!
excellent customer service in the gift shop, working at For more information about volunteering at LMC or
the Juno Beach Pier, and assisting the sea turtle veterinary to apply, visit marinelife.org/volunteer.
team. Volunteers must be at least 16 years old and work
a minimum of one, three-and-a-half-hour shift per week Photos by Loggerhead Marinelife Center.
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 iN Your CommuNiTY
Center. “We are calling on individuals passionate about
marine life to join us in making a difference.”
Busch Wildlife Sanctuary Celebrates
Latino Conservation Week With
Spanish-Language Programming
Join Busch Wildlife Sanctuary at Abramson & Sanctuary’s Director of Education Rebecca Reid. “We
Schlaggar Reserve, a renowned nonprofit organization want to ensure inclusivity for all community members
dedicated to wildlife conservation and environmental by providing the opportunity for everyone to explore and
education, in celebrating Latino Conservation Week with learn about the local flora and fauna in their backyards.”
special Spanish-language programming on Saturday, On Sept. 14, Busch Wildlife Sanctuary will host three
Sept. 14. Spanish-language educational programs: “Panthers on the
Latino Conservation Week, from Sept. 14 to Sept. 22, was Prowl” at 12:30 p.m., “Amazing Black Bears” at 1:30
created to support the Latino community in participating p.m., and “Conservation Conversation” at 2:30 p.m., in
in outdoor activities and protecting our natural resources. addition to yard games and other interactive exhibits at
Benefits of volunteering at LMC include: Busch Wildlife Sanctuary is honored to kick off Latino the Sanctuary.
• Exclusive staff and volunteer sea turtle experiences. Conservation Week by hosting Spanish-language programs Busch Wildlife Sanctuary is open to the public from
• Continued education opportunities through mission- to help educate the Latino community on cohabitating with 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily. Admission is by donation.
aligned training lectures and classes. native wildlife and conservation efforts. To learn about Busch Wildlife Sanctuary, visit www.
• Volunteer recognition awards and appreciation events. “It’s important to provide Spanish-language buschwildlife.org, Nurture What’s Wild.
• Staff discounts at the center’s gift store, and for programming because we are in an area with a substantial
summer camps and visitor experiences. Spanish-speaking population, “said Busch Wildlife
• Staff discounts on scuba certifications, boat fees, and
rental gear.
• A fun community and environment of like-minded
individuals making a positive difference!