C.A.R.E. Center grant to aid turtles

OKALOOSA ISLAND, Fla. - The Florida Sea Turtle Grants Program recently gave a grant of more than $24,000 to the Gulfarium C.A.R.E Center to help purchase a vehicle to aid in the transportation of rescued and rehabilitated sea turtles, according to a media release from the Destin-based Gulfarium. The vehicle will “help us accommodate the growing needs of our sea turtle rehabilitation efforts,” said Terra Throgmorton, Gulfarium’s medical and stranding coordinator. The center was chosen through a competitive application process that was open to coastal county governments, educational institutions and Florida-based non-profits striving to improve the livelihood of sea turtles and conserve Florida habitats. (Source: NW Florida Daily News 12/20/19) The Gulfarium C.A.R.E Center, opened in 2005, acts as a beacon for coastal conservation through marine animal rescue and rehabilitation, encouraging awareness with public education and opportunities for active participation. https://www.nwfdailynews.com/news/20191220/gulfarium-receives-grants-for-sea-turtle-conservation?utm_source=SFMC&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=NW%20Florida%20Daily%20News%20daily%202019-12-21&utm_content=INKA_FWN&utm_term=122119