Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina in Fort Myers Beach, FL, has achieved the Turtle
Conservancy's Turtle Safe Certification for its commitment to
protecting local sea turtle populations through comprehensive
turtle-friendly lighting throughout its property.
FORT
MYERS, Fla., June 27,
2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Pink Shell Beach Resort
& Marina is proud to announce its achievement of the Turtle
Conservancy's Turtle Safe Certification, highlighting its
commitment to protecting local sea turtle populations. This
prestigious certification recognizes the resort's comprehensive
efforts to implement turtle-friendly lighting throughout its
property, ensuring a safe nesting environment for these endangered
creatures.
General Manager Bill Waichulis emphasizes the importance of this
initiative: "Being a good citizen embodies our Socially Responsible
core value, where we strive to protect our local environment,
including the endangered species in our backyard."
In collaboration with the Turtle Conservancy, Pink Shell Beach
Resort & Marina received a grant to assist in the transition to
turtle-friendly lighting. The resort has gone above and beyond,
investing significantly more than the grant amount to ensure all
exterior lights, including those on buildings, pool decks, guest
room balconies, and street lights, comply with turtle safety
standards. General Manager Bill
Waichulis emphasizes the importance of this initiative:
"Being a good citizen embodies our Socially Responsible core
value, where we strive to protect our local environment, including
the endangered species in our backyard."
Additionally, all windows have been tinted at 15% to shield
bright guest room lights from the beach, further safeguarding
nesting areas.
Furthermore, Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina is currently a
candidate for the Coastal Connections Certification. Having
completed one of the three required walkthroughs, the resort
anticipates full certification by the end of the year. This
additional certification underscores the resort's ongoing efforts
to enhance its environmental stewardship and promote sustainable
tourism.
For more information about the Turtle Conservancy and their
conservation efforts, visit conserveturtles.org. To learn more
about Coastal Connections and their certification process, visit
coastal-connections.org.
About Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina Located on the
pristine shores of Fort Myers
Beach, Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina offers luxurious
accommodations, top-notch amenities, and unforgettable experiences
for guests of all ages. The resort is dedicated to providing
exceptional service while prioritizing environmental conservation
and sustainability. For more information, please visit
pinkshell.com or call 1.888.222.7465.
Media Contact
Gaylene Ore, Ore Communications, Inc, 1 9705312336,
gaylene@orecommunications.com, https://orecommunications.com
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