The threatenening rain held off for an amazing release of two loggerheads, Hamlin Creek and Jammer, on Friday, May 18th. What a perfect way to celebrate Endangered Species Day!
Hamlin Creek
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| Sea Turtle Hospital staff Whitney Daniel and Christi Hughes, release Hamlin Creek... |
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| ...in front of a large, enthusiastic crowd and under a grey sky. |
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| Once Hamlin Creek hit the beach, there was no time wasted getting to deeper water. |
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Elly and Simmons were on the dock they day their family rescued Hamlin Creek last summer. So happy you girls were able to make it out for Hamlin's return to sea!
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Jammer
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| Jammer was released by Ann Graham, Fire Chief on Isle of Palms who helped rescue Jammer from the beach a year ago, and Bobby Ross, long time General Manager of Windjammer Beach Bar (that Jammer is named after) where the Jammin for Jammer fundraiser was held in fall 2009. Look for another Jammin for Jammer at the Windjammer this fall! |
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| Jammer took off quickly but had the crowd laughing at his 360 degree turn before making his way into the water. Goodbye Jammer... |
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| ...and good luck! |
Huge thanks to all who have been part of the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of these amazing sea turtles. They have touched the hearts of us all.
Kelly Thorvalson
