SIFCare-CURMA
The Sea Turtle Directory
Country: Philippines
Organization / Project Name: SIFCare-CURMA
Website: https://sifcare.org/curma/
Description: CURMA or Coastal Underwater Resource Management Actions is a Sea Turtle Conservation Program that educates and engages volunteers to avoid plastic garbage, clean up coastlines, and save turtle nests from poachers. The CURMA hatchery in San Juan, La Union is a haven for maturing turtle eggs and a must-see for visitors who want to learn how they can contribute to nature conservation. CURMA project is part of our ridge-to-reef program.
Species of focus: Olive ridleys (Lepidochelys olivacea)
Volunteer program: Yes
Tourist activities (Y/N): Yes
Primary Areas of Work: Beach protection, Rescue and rehabilitation, Community development, Nesting beach monitoring, Environmental education/community outreach
Instagram Profile: https://www.instagram.com/projectcurma/