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Rebirth: Chelsea Pyne

Trampled by Turtles Over sixty sea turtles hatched the night before December 1st. It was a great way to go into the holiday season: with a renewed spirit and tiny trails across the sand. This photo captures their exit from the nest, as many still have sand covering their faces. It was a quick few …

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Rebirth: Chelsea Pyne

Trampled by Turtles Over sixty sea turtles hatched the night before December 1st. It was a great way to go into the holiday season: with a renewed spirit and tiny trails across the sand. This photo captures their exit from the nest, as many still have sand covering their faces. It was a quick few …

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Rebirth: Chelsea Pyne

Turtle Plunge In November, we witnessed the birth of many sea turtles. Debris was strewn across the nests, so we made sure to uncover and clear what we could. This eager, little guy was up and ready to make his journey at sunset. (Early turtle gets the seagrass?) Once he entered the water the waves …

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What Will Happen to Homes?

The sound of hammers and saws fills the air in Grand Case and around the island. But many homes and buildings are still exposed to the elements. How many of these buildings will deteriorate past the point of saving if they are left uncovered. How will that change the look and character of streets and …

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What Will Happen to Homes?

The sound of hammers and saws fills the air in Grand Case and around the island. But many homes and buildings are still exposed to the elements. How many of these buildings will deteriorate past the point of saving if they are left uncovered. How will that change the look and character of streets and …

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Out of the Woodwork

Nature lovers—and perhaps even casual observers—may have noticed some unusual animals on St. Martin after Hurricane Irma. There are a few different reasons why animals we don’t usually see here may be on the island, or more visible than usual. Hurricanes can bring animals with them, especially birds. Birds can be trapped in the eye …

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Out of the Woodwork

Nature lovers—and perhaps even casual observers—may have noticed some unusual animals on St. Martin after Hurricane Irma. There are a few different reasons why animals we don’t usually see here may be on the island, or more visible than usual. Hurricanes can bring animals with them, especially birds. Birds can be trapped in the eye …

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MBF in the Press

After another fun and successful Migratory Bird Festival, we would like to give a quick “Thank you!” to the press for supporting the event by getting the word out. We appreciate it greatly, and we encourage St. Martiners to support their local press, particularly during this challenging economic time. Here is some of the press …

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Saturday’s Festival Welcomed Back Birds, Habitats, and People

People of all ages flocked to Friar’s Bay to celebrate St. Martin’s nature and enjoy fun activities at Les Fruits de Mer’s 2017 Migratory Bird Festival, which was held this past Saturday at Kali’s Beach Bar. The festival’s 2017 theme was “Welcome back!” to the island’s migratory birds and habitats that are recovering from the …

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Saturday’s Festival Welcomed Back Birds, Habitats, and People

People of all ages flocked to Friar’s Bay to celebrate St. Martin’s nature and enjoy fun activities at Les Fruits de Mer’s 2017 Migratory Bird Festival, which was held this past Saturday at Kali’s Beach Bar. The festival’s 2017 theme was “Welcome back!” to the island’s migratory birds and habitats that are recovering from the …

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