Sea Turtle Festival
The 1st Annual Okinawa Sea Turtle Festival, hosted by Churamura, was held at Uza Beach in Yomitan Village on October 21, 2023 & was a resounding success in celebrating the conclusion of the sea turtle nesting season. With the theme of “Conservation & Community,” the event surpassed its goals, drawing an estimate of 1,000 attendees and raising $500 for sea turtle conservation. Activities included a beach cleanup, transforming collected microplastics into art, and the highlight—Sea Turtle Olympics, offering both fun and educational experiences for participants of all ages. The festival not only achieved its mission of fostering environmental awareness but also brought together many local vendors and performers from the Okinawan community.
Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more upcoming events including beach clean ups, nest excavations, turtle walks, a 5K Fun Run, junior ranger programs, the 2025 seat turtle festival and much more!
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Okinawa Coastal Protection Alliance
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