In this Daily -- ConnectOcean and World Turtle Day
Today is World Turtle Day, a holiday founded by American Tortoise Rescue to foster protection for all species of turtle around the world.
You probably already know about them, but ConnectOcean is one group in town that knows their way around protecting turtles (and other aquatic wildlife). They're at the forefront of establishing a Community Managed Marine Protected Area in the waters offshore of Las Catalinas. They're engaged with the community -- especially local fishermen -- to protect marine animals like turtles from becoming bycatch. And they're forming important partnerships with lifeguarding, marine education, and conservation organizations across Costa Rica.
If you haven't done it yet, I'd add a citizen science dive with them to your next visit to town.