"Sea Turtle & Trash Talk"

Inspiring Communities to Protect Sea Turtles and Oceans

At Beach Junki, education and outreach are key to our mission of sea turtle conservation. We believe that by teaching others about the challenges sea turtles face and the steps we can all take to protect them, we can inspire lasting change.

Would you like Beach Junki to speak at your school, organization, or community event? We’d love to share our passion for sea turtle conservation with your group! 

Why Our Outreach Matters

 Every conversation we have about sea turtles and ocean pollution helps expand awareness and build a network of conservation-minded individuals. By educating others, we’re creating ripple effects that lead to cleaner beaches, safer oceans, and a brighter future for marine life.

Fort Clinch

Our first Earth Day event was held in 2018 at Fort Clinch State Park.  While volunteering on Fort Clinch’s Sea Turtle Patrol Team, Amy shared valuable information about sea turtles with the members of the local Girl Scout Troop #729.  The scout members learned about the importance of keeping beaches clean and took home turtle stickers, paper drinking straws, pencils, and sea shells.

 Hilliard Youth Campers

In 2018,  Amy traveled back to her hometown of Hilliard, Florida, to talk with the Hilliard Summer Youth Campers.  The children were eager to learn about sea turtles, sea shells, and the marine debris that washes up from the ocean.  They took home sea turtle stickers, pencils, paper drinking straws, and educational materials.

Wild Amelia Festival

Beach Junki has proudly attended the Wild Amelia Festival for several years, showcasing our dedication to conservation and community outreach. This annual event celebrates the natural wonders of Amelia Island and provides an excellent platform to share our mission.

This is an excerpt of a story written by Pat Fost Turtley.

“Amy Beach is another conservationist who is making a mark on Amelia Island. She spends hours patrolling our beaches collecting discarded items that she makes into conservation displays. She has initiated a toy drop-off box where people can recycle and reuse discarded beach toys, and this day was staffing her Beach Junki booth and helping kids with coloring projects. Another amazing person.”

Read more in the Fernandina Observer

Osprey Village

On Earth Day, April 22, 2022, Amy and Angela gave a presentation at the Osprey Village Community Center about the need to keep the beaches clean.  The residents heard stories about the debris that washes up from the ocean, particularly after a storm or high winds.  They were especially entertained by stories about the two sets of dentures that washed up.  The residents were happy to know that Beach Junki organization is making a positive difference in the community, and protecting sea turtles.

Contact for Outreach Programs

If you would like more information on our outreach program, complete the form on this page and we can schedule a “Sea Turtle & Trash Talk” event for your group.

Thank you for supporting our mission to keep the beach clean and safe for nesting sea turtles. Your generous gift will fund our outreach programs, the Washed Up Project, and the Beach Toy Borrow Boxes.         

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