Sea Turtle Release: Join Swim Shady's Journey

Turtle-lovers are invited to help say goodbye to rehabilitated patient “Jurassic”, a 216 lb adult green sea turtle who is returning to the ocean. The public release will take place on the beach behind the Loggerhead Marinelife Center.

Public turtle release

When: Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. (space is limited, arrive no later than 9)
Where: Loggerhead Marinelife Center, 14200 US-1, Juno Beach, FL 33408

For more information about his release, see marinelife.org. Call 561-627-8280. Donations accepted.

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