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Teresa

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South Walton Fire District:

Fin, noggin, duuuuuuude! May 1 marks the start of South Walton's Sea Turtle Nesting Season.

On behalf of our partners at South Walton Turtle Watch, we encourage our community's residents and visitors to keep beaches clean, dark, and flat for nesting sea turtles. This means when you visit the beach, please fill all holes in the sand, clean up trash, take all your belongings with you, and use turtle-safe lighting on the beach at night.

Remember all species of marine turtles are protected by the Endangered Species Act. It is illegal to touch, harass, or interfere with sea turtles without a permit. Leave the work of handling sick, stranded, or injured sea turtles to the professionals by calling 850-865-4503 for the South Walton Turtle Watch Hotline.

Here's to a happy and healthy nesting season for these beautiful animals who call our coastline home.

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Teresa

SoWal Guide
Staff member
Nov 15, 2004
30,651
9,475
South Walton, FL
sowal.com
Friends of South Walton Sea Turtles:

Sea Turtle Nesting Season is Here!

It's true! The 2025 sea turtle nesting season is officially underway!

From now through October 31st , mama sea turtles will be coming ashore to lay their eggs along our beautiful beaches, and eventually hatchlings will make their way to the ocean!

Here’s how YOU can help protect them:

✅ Keep the Beaches #CleanDarkFlat

Clean: Remove trash and beach gear when you leave the beach.

Dark: Use turtle-safe lighting / flashlights while on the beach at night.

Flat: Knock down sandcastles and fill in holes before you leave. (Even the smallest hole can be an obstacle for a sea turtle hatchling!)

Never disturb a nesting turtle or a marked nest.
If you see one, admire from a distance or call (South Walton Turtle Watch) Hotline: 850-865-4503 to report a distressed sea turtle!

Thank you for joining us in protecting these amazing creatures!

VOLUNTEER BEACH AMBASSADOR
Thank you to Friends of South Walton Sea Turtles - VBA Volunteers for engaging with the community through volunteering for education events in the community and schools. Learn more:


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