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We are so excited to offer our Turtle Digs again! In order to stay compliant with COVID-19 prevention guidelines, a few operating changes must be made for each event: +Max reservation size is 45 guests (RSVP Mandatory, limit 6 tickets per transaction) +Six-foot distancing guidelines MUST be followed at all times +Masks STRONGLY recommended for all attendees and will be available for purchase +Upgraded speaker system for optimal listening and guest participation +Virtual digs will be available on Facebook and Instagram Live We cant wait to safely see you out there! Please be considerate of others before RSVPing for a second Dig. We want as many people as possible to experience this event in person. DONATIONSAlthough our Turtle Digs programs are completely free, we do recommend a donation for attendance. COVID-19 has had a devastating effect on a variety of non-profit organizations. As a 501 (c) 3, CCinc operates fully off donations and grant funding for all programs, including Turtle Digs. This year we have had to unfortunately postpone our biggest fundraiser, the Tipsy Turtle 2 Mile. Because of this loss, your donations today are valued more than ever. We would love to keep our programs running through the end of the year so we can Protect, Educate, and Connect people to the environment. |
At check-in, you will be asked to sign a liability waiver and photo release. This will be mandatory for onsite participation at any Turtle Dig event. If you do not wish to be photographed, please make sure a volunteer is made aware of your wishes at the event and mark NO on the waiver.
Please join us at our upcoming FREE public educational sea turtle nest evaluation. Every summer during July and August, Coastal Connections, Inc, in partnership with Indian River County, get to provide a one of a kind interactive educational opportunity on the beach where you can learn more about our SUPER special sea turtles, and maybe even watch one get rescued and released into the ocean. These events occur three days after a nest hatches so we apologize for the short notice, but this is one event you won't want to miss!
The summertime gets pretty hot, so even though these events will be in the morning, please bring water and sunscreen (and possibly bug spray).
When?
July 16, 2020
8:00 AM EDT - 9:00 AM EDT
Where?
Ocean Grill
1050 Beachland Blvd.
Vero Beach, FL 32963
Welcome Introduction and COVID-19 Updates
CCinc and Indian River County Staff
We will start off with a brief welcome and review of COVID protocol as people begin to arrive and space out around the hatched nest. Then the presenter will give a short educational presentation about our local sea turtles and how you can protect them through everyday actions.
Nest Excavation and Evaluation
Turtle Team Leads
During the presentation, you will get to watch our team leaders excavate and evaluate the hatched nest and look for straggler hatchlings that may have gotten stuck and left behind by their siblings. Contents of the nests will be shown around the circle at socially safe distances after the evaluation is complete.
Release of Live Hatchlings*
The last part of the nest to be shown around the circle will be any straggler hatchlings found within the nest cavity. If a hatchling is found it will be immediately released after the excavation is complete. Please note, this is not guaranteed.
*Hatchlings found in a nest are considered weaker stragglers that did not hatch with their brothers and sisters. An average of 1/2 of the nests we excavate do not have live hatchlings still inside. Rescuing a hatchling is NOT guaranteed.
We will have an educational tent set up at the Ocean Grill beach access. We will have educational information, free giveaways, raffle items, and samples from our boutique store available. Please take our feedback survey after the Dig is over! Look for volunteers with the QR code.
First Dig of the 2020 Season, Results Coming Soon!
Coastal Connections Inc. National Save the Sea Turtle Foundation Indian River Country Ocean Grill
Coastal Connections, Inc.
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Coastal Connections Photo Release
In gathering on the event premises of this Coastal Connections, Inc. event, be aware that photographs and audio and video recordings of your likeness may occur. Your presence on the event premises constitutes your consent to having your likeness captured by official event photographers and videographers and your consent to the publication, exhibition, and reproduction of any captured likenesses including but not limited to promotional materials including social media, print media, and video presentations by Coastal Connections, Inc. without restriction or financial compensation. If you do not wish to have your likeness captured please make a volunteer aware of your choice at check-in.
Coastal Connections Photo Release
In gathering on the event premises of this Coastal Connections, Inc. event, be aware that photographs and audio and video recordings of your likeness may occur. Your presence on the event premises constitutes your consent to having your likeness captured by official event photographers and videographers and your consent to the publication, exhibition, and reproduction of any captured likenesses including but not limited to promotional materials including social media, print media, and video presentations by Coastal Connections, Inc. without restriction or financial compensation. If you do not agree to the foregoing, please do not enter the event premises.
Thank you for RSVPing to our Turtle Dig! Please arrive before 8am at the Ocean Grill in Vero Beach. Remember masks are STRONGLY recommended for this event and will be available for an additional donation at sign-in if you forget one. Be on the lookout for an additional confirmation email coming soon.