The shower celebrates the 101 sea turtle nests located this year throughout Pensacola Beach and the Gulf Islands National Seashore. "We have all kinds of groups and advocates out here today to ...

PENSACOLA BEACH, Fla. (WKRG) — Announced on World Turtle Day, Pensacola Beach Advocates are throwing a sea turtle baby shower on June 4, 2022, to educate the public about local nesting sea turtles.

Much like any traditional baby shower, this free event is designed to help beachgoers and residents prepare for the sea turtles' anticipated arrival.

"Nesting season started May 1," Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce Membership Services Vice President Jessica Simpson said. "Sea turtle incubation is 60 days, so the beginning of June is a great ...