Juno Beach, FL – For over three decades, LMC has been committed to the rehabilitation of sick and injured sea turtles. LMC’s advanced hospital, founded by The Gordon & Patricia Gray Family, is one of the leading facilities in the state and a prime resource for sea turtle rehabilitation. It features a surgical suite, upgraded x-ray room, blood work lab, endoscope, and ultrasound – allowing numerous sea turtles to be examined and treated at LMC.
A new hoist was purchased and installed on tank 20-1 in our outdoor hospital to allow larger sea turtles to enjoy this deep dive tank while building strength for their eventual release. The funds for the hoist were part of a generous grant from the Sea Turtle License Plate Grant Program (STGP). Additionally, STGP provided funds for equipment necessary to analyze blood from sea turtles to determine their state of health. These cartridges are used daily in saving the lives of sea turtles. We could not be more appreciative for the funds provided through the Sea Turtle Grants Program that allows us to continue to advance our important mission.
To learn more about the Sea Turtle Grants Program and the “Helping Sea Turtles Survive”
specialty license plate, please visit www.helpingseaturtles.org.
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About Sea Turtle Grants Program:
Loggerhead Marinelife Center’s GPS equipment was partially funded through a grant awarded by the Sea Turtle Grants Program, which is funded from proceeds from the sale of the Florida Sea Turtle License Plate. The Sea Turtle Specialty License Plate is the primary source of funding for Florida’s Marine Turtle Protection Program. It also supports the Sea Turtle Grants Program, which has awarded nearly $7 million in grants for research, education and conservation programs since 2001 to benefit sea turtles in Florida. By purchasing a Sea Turtle Specialty License Plate for your vehicle for only $23 a year, you are providing critical financial support for the Sea Turtle Grants Program and the state’s Marine Turtle Protection Program every time you drive. Learn more at www.helpingseaturtles.org
About Loggerhead Marinelife Center:
Loggerhead Marinelife Center, located in Loggerhead Park, Juno Beach, Fla., is a sea turtle research, rehabilitation, education, and conservation center. The Center also manages the Juno Beach Pier across the street from the park. Established in 1983, LMC seeks to promote conservation of ocean ecosystems with a special focus on threatened and endangered sea turtles. Its facilities include a sea turtle hospital, a research laboratory, and exhibit areas, including live sea turtles and other coastal creatures. For more information, visit marinelife.org or call (561) 627-8280.
