The sixth annual Suzi Fox Turtle Watch Wednesday will bring together residents and visitors for an evening of conservation awareness and community celebration.
The free event, scheduled for 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22, at Hurricane Hanks, 5346 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, promises music by Mike Sales and auctions. The first 50 guests will receive a free beer or wine ticket, courtesy of A Paradise Realty.
Named in honor of island sea turtle advocate, the late Suzi Fox, the gathering supports Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch and Shorebird Monitoring, which patrols island beaches during nesting season and educates the public throughout the year.
“This event brings our community together to celebrate our commitment to protecting these magnificent creatures,” AMITW said in its post promoting the event.
Attendees can participate in silent and live auctions featuring donated items and experiences.
For those seeking an enhanced experience, a VIP package is available for $80 per person, including reserved air-conditioned seating, a swag bag filled with goodies and an event T-shirt.
Reservations can be made by calling 404-275-9422, though availability is limited.
The event is supported by local businesses, including A Paradise Realty and Vacation Rentals, CabanUp, Hurricane Hanks, Mike Sales, Slicker’s Eatery and others.
Proceeds will help AMITW purchase two UTVs.
For more, contact AMITW at 941- 301-8434.
By the numbers
As of Oct. 10, AMITW reported 528 nests, 797 false crawls, 409 hatched nests, 29,674 hatchlings produced and six nests remaining.