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Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute – Belize Awarded Canadian Government Grant to Strengthen Climate Resilience in Gales Point Wildlife Sanctuary, Belize

Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute (CMARI) is pleased to announce a new partnership with the Government of Canada’s Local Engagement Action Fund (LEAF), which will expand climate change and marine conservation efforts in Belize. This new 18-month grant of $48,812 Canadian dollars has been awarded to our local Belize chapter, CMARI-Belize, to strengthen their efforts within Gales Point Wildlife Sanctuary to protect this critical habitat, build the resilience of the local community residing within its environs, and reduce the impacts of climate change in this protected area.

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Celebrate Sea Turtle Awareness Day at Clearwater Marine Aquarium

Learn about sea turtles and celebrate Sea Turtle Awareness Day April 5, 2025 at CMA from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Sea Turtle Conservation Program is preparing for sea turtle nesting season with nest stake painting, custom Protect theNest plaques and even a 5k virtual run this year that shows your dedication to sea turtles.

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Inaugural Workshop Advances Conservation Efforts Through The Wider Caribbean Manatee Alliance

Conservation leaders from across the Caribbean gathered in the Dominican Republic from February 26-28, 2025, for the inaugural workshop of the Wider Caribbean Manatee Alliance (WCMA). Hosted by the Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute (CMARI) and local partner FUNDEMAR, the workshop brought together 32 participants from 17 Caribbean countries and 27 institutions, including aquariums, NGOs, government agencies, and universities, to advance manatee conservation efforts across the region.

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Easter Bunny, Kangaroo Joeys Hoppin’ to CMA for Seaside Easter Breakfast, April 19

Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) invites families to enjoy a Seaside Easter Breakfast on Saturday, April 19, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. This special event promises a morning of holiday cheer, featuring a visit and interactive story time with the Easter Bunny. This Easter celebration is sure to make lasting memories, all while supporting CMA’s mission of rescue, rehabilitation, and release of marine life.

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Jazz By The Bay: A SunSips Event at Clearwater Marine Aquarium – A Night of Music, Magic and Marine Life on March 8

Get ready for the ultimate jazz celebration at Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s Jazz By The Bay: A SunSips Event on March 8 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Join us for an unforgettable evening of live jazz music, delectable New Orleans-inspired bites, and expertly crafted cocktails – all set against the breathtaking oceanic backdrop of our marine sanctuary.

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Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Aspen

Aspen is a large, juvenile green sea turtle who was found washed ashore near Fort De Soto on Feb. 13. Aspen has a carapace deformity from a previous traumatic event. Sea turtles with these types of deformities typically have buoyancy issues so we will monitor their swimming behaviors over time. Aspen has a good body condition and received fluid therapy as their initial treatment.

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