turtle watch volunteer arrested

Ms Brady...I bow down in thy presence!




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OMG I just don't know what to say about this! Sounds like a lot of rage. This is really a sad story.

That is one BEAUTIFUL Turtle Lady!

Kudos to Mary!!!

Woohoo!! Mary!!!

Sometimes one has to take the law into one's own hands. Too bad she got busted. It looks like the "leave no trace" is a raging success. I wish folks would understand not to trash the beach but unfortunately they do and it is sad. Please take time out of your busy schedule to pick up trash at least once a week. We owe this to our beaches.

I do have questions. Was the stuff left over night? If so, then have at it!! If not, I wonder what triggered the whole deal? Info anyone?

Wow! The question is why? Was is because she was sick and tired of tourists leaving their belongings when they depart or because they are staking out their spot for the next day? Or, is it out of turtle protection? Taking down tents is one thing, but popping floats? Ive taken matters into my own hands on grayton in regards to tents being left behind, but im not gonna walk down the beach and pop all the kids floats, etc. Extremism always gets in the way of the real solution. But, at the sametime maybe this will force our gov officials to act in the name of the local resident. If the beach service can take out the trash, they can certainly take these tents down and do good with them. Until than, we will take matters into our own hands. Lets hope they get this before chaos erupts. Unfortunately, ms brady's actions have set us back.

Unfortunately, ms brady's actions have set us back.

I disagree...the actions (READ: NON-actions) of the area officials have kept this situation in limbo trying not to step on the sandy toes of our paying customers. The beach junk situation has clearly gotten out of hand and now, thanks to Ms Brady's "alleged" actions, it's finally been brought to the fore.

Over the last 10 years I've watched with disgust more and more of these overnight "gypsy camps" springing up on our beaches...enough already! I'm soooo looking forward to this trial. Where can I contribute to Ms Brady's legal fund?

Oh...and if Little Snottley and his sister don't want to lose their beach toys--they should learn to take them home at night.

Why is the title of this thread calling this woman "ugly"? If it is an opinion about her actions, that needs to be made clearer. As it is now, it reads like a rude, personal attack which is against these forum's rules. For all any of us know, she may be a member of this site and reading this hurtful thread.

Post opinions about her actions, agree or disagree, but calling someone "ugly" is inappropriate.

Popping floats is the easiest way to quickly skoosh them down for disposal - it's not a vindictive action, just an efficient one.

I am sure some people think I am "mean" because I fill in the pucking holes someone worked so hard to dig and try to give away abandoned toys to other kids.

Is anyone taking up a collection for her bond?

Popping floats is the easiest way to quickly skoosh them down for disposal - it's not a vindictive action, just an efficient one.

I am sure some people think I am "mean" because I fill in the pucking holes someone worked so hard to dig and try to give away abandoned toys to other kids.

BobbySue's cousins..............

Perhaps she was upset that a recent turtle's nest in that area had been destroyed. If the county makes a law about "beach stuff" they should have to enforce it..not some citizen. Also just because a tourist paid a lot for a week at the beach doesn't give them the right to mess up the beach with their stuff and garbage. I have always said, and it has been proved to be true...folks go on vacation and forget to pack their common sense. You don't have a right to litter our beaches guests!!!!!

she is not "ugly"

Why is the title of this thread calling this woman "ugly"? If it is an opinion about her actions, that needs to be made clearer. As it is now, it reads like a rude, personal attack which is against these forum's rules. For all any of us know, she may be a member of this site and reading this hurtful thread.

Post opinions about her actions, agree or disagree, but calling someone "ugly" is inappropriate.

I am so sorry Ms Brady. You are not "ugly." This article was sent to me with that headline and I merely copied. And I think the term "ugly" was used more to describe her attitude than her looks. My bad!

BobbySue's cousins..............

Do I know BobbySue?

This is really great PR. Could use this article as a poster for the "Redneck Riviera". What is next? Tire slashing for not parking the way we want our guest to park.

She just finally did what we all want to do! Most people just talk about what they are going to do or say. Mary is my new hero! Of course, I don't know the whole story and I need a new hero since Hulk has run a muck!

Is anyone here serious about destroying other peoples property being a great way to protect the beach? What is the obsession with tents and kids floats? Is it the family? The kids? Fun at the beach? Not everyone wants to drink pressed grass on a deserted sand dune. The area has been developed, accept it or move on. The county does a reasonable job tagging and removing items. I pick up items every time I am on the beach, but still feel I am mighty lucky to be there. If you really think an item left is a problem the county will definitely remove it if you complain, I have seen it done. What a message this sends to kids to support a ridiculous act like that no matter who did it. If you can't get what you want just go into a rage and destroy things. If this lady did this. I hope the victims will not drop the charges. I doubt the child with the rogue float had a vendetta against the turtles. If this fine lady is so concerned about the turtles, simply move an item if it is left overnight or remind the owner of the law regarding items being left on the beach. This would be a much more effective and friendly approach than what amounts to beach rage.

I'm torn here. Why cut the tents and pop the floats? This makes it seem (to me anyway) that she snapped. Why not just stack them next to the beach access trash can? I get fed up at the sight of tents as well- especially when left overnight. But if the cause is to protect the turtles and clean the beaches then I miss how damaging the items serves the cause. Can someone pls help us get to the bottom?

I have to agree with Pirate, two wrongs do not make a right.

At times it really seems like tourists are not wanted in the area by some. Surely you know what will happened if that is the case, there will be more closings and empty condos than already exist.

Many also forget that a great number of residents were at one time a tourist, very few were born in the area and lived here their entire lives. So when you thumb your nose at the "tourist" many of you were at one time a tourist.

I am all for saving the turtles, the beach, putting things away, we have been coming to the area for over 30 years and have always done our part to protect the beaches and its wildlife.

But seriously how can you expect someone to follow the laws of protecting the beach, when you support breaking other laws such as criminal mischief?

Can we truly be selective in which laws are ok to break.

Sounds like she snapped! I bet there is much more to this story... Protect your children from the evil, turtle, float popping, tent cutting lady! Your float could be next! Ha! What a great story! I bet it gets national attention!

Is anyone here serious about destroying other peoples property being a great way to protect the beach? What is the obsession with tents and kids floats? Is it the family? The kids? Fun at the beach? Not everyone wants to drink pressed grass on a deserted sand dune. The area has been developed, accept it or move on. The county does a reasonable job tagging and removing items. I pick up items every time I am on the beach, but still feel I am mighty lucky to be there. If you really think an item left is a problem the county will definitely remove it if you complain, I have seen it done. What a message this sends to kids to support a ridiculous act like that. If you can't get what you want just go into a rage and destroy things. Hopefully the victims will not drop the charges. I doubt the child with the rogue float had a vendetta against the turtles. If this fine lady is so concerned about the turtles, simply move an item if it is left overnight or remind the owner of the law regarding items being left on the beach. This would be a much more effective and friendly approach than what amounts to beach rage.

beach rage- stressed related problem due to the overcrowding of a beach resort.