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National Geographic Magazine Photographer,

Joel Sartore, Speaks Hope To Viewers

And 12th Annual Go Blue Awards Recipients

National Geographic and encouraging conservation, restoration, or preservation of
magazine photographer marine life and/or marine ecosystems through their business
and keynote speaker practices, products, or technology.
for the 12th Annual • American Shark Conservancy (Palm Beach Gardens,
Go Blue Awards, Fla.)
Joel Sartore, cheered The Blue Nonprofit of the Year Award recognizes a
on award recipients nonprofit that has made outstanding contributions toward
and instilled hope promoting conservation or restoration of marine life or
for the world’s most ecosystems through their practices, products, or technology.
endangered species Upon announcing the award recipients, Sartore walked
during Loggerhead viewers through his harrowing craft, which has landed him
Marinelife Center’s Joel Sartore (Photo by Joel in the same spaces as a charging bison and a grizzly going
(LMC) online event! Sartore/National Geographic, after dangling salmon. With every click of the camera, he
On Friday, Oct. 23, Photo Ark. natgeophotoark.org) has documented more than 10,000 endangered species in
viewers from around The Photo Ark.
the world tuned into the first virtual awards ceremony held “This is what extinction looks like and I don’t want people
by LMC, which received a record-number of nominations Lynne and Pete Wells (Photo courtesy of Loggerhead to forget it,” said Sartore. “We are primates ourselves and
spanning across seven countries, including the United Marinelife Center) communicate with our eyes. So, if we get animals to make
States, Argentina, Canada, Thailand, Mozambique and eye contact with the camera, it gives them an equal voice.”
more. The celebrated event was hosted by cochairs and “Go • Jillian Morris (Bimini, Bahamas) With a fresh perspective, Sartore encouraged online
Blue” founders, Lynne and Pete Wells. The Blue Ambassador of the Year Award recognizes a viewers to strap on positivity for the planet thanks to the
“It was a joy hosting this landmark event that brought person who has made significant contributions to marine efforts of wildlife and environmental organizations. And,
together ocean conservationists from around the world,” said conservation through volunteer-related activities. lauded LMC’s 27,500-square-foot campus expansion that
LMC board chairman, Lynne Wells. “Whether held virtually • Daniela Fernandez (San Francisco, Calif.) will double its sea turtle patient capacity, amplify ocean
or in person, it’s clear that supporters are still eager to learn The Blue Friend of the Year Award recognizes a conservation research and steer STEM education.
about wildlife, how it pertains to us, and how we have the person who has made significant contributions to marine “I want people to care, to fall in love and to take action,” said
opportunity to sustain our most important natural resources.” conservation through work-related activities. Sartore. “Loggerhead Marinelife Center is the perfect place to
Tiffany & Co. graciously provided the awards for the • Miles Fetherston-Resch (St. Petersburg, Fla.) do this and I can’t think of a better organization to support.”
virtual ceremony. The recipients of the six categories include: The Blue Hatchling Youth Award recognizes students The event was viewed by hundreds of engaged viewers.
• Lad Akins (Key Largo, Fla.) up to and including 12th grade who have made significant Also, coveted auction items such as a two-night stay at
The Eleanor Fletcher Award, named for the founder of contributions to marine conservation through volunteer- the Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa, a Bodvár wine tasting
Loggerhead Marinelife Center, recognizes an individual related activities. experience, and a Herend porcelain conch with 24K gold
who has exemplified a lifelong, extraordinary commitment • One World Zero Waste (Tequesta, Fla.) accents were a huge hit.
to marine conservation through their work or volunteer The Blue Business of the Year Award recognizes a business
activities. that has made outstanding contributions toward promoting Loggerhead News on page 9
Pet Matters

by Pat Deshong, President of Furry Friends commitment to animals. The award has historically been
Adoption, Clinic & Ranch, December 2020 presented at the Gimme Shelter Gala in February, but due
to Covid-19, Furry Friends was forced to postpone their
“ For the Love of annual fundraiser.
Animals” features real Pictured is Herme de Wyman Miro with her most recent
stories happening at Furry adoption from Furry Friends, “Tiny,” the Yorkie.
Friends in Jupiter. We are “Animals can transform people’s lives and the people
The Humane Society of we honor with this award do the same. This award is a
Greater Jupiter/Tequesta chance for our community to see the selfless acts Herme
and the only no-kill shelter de Wyman Miro has done to help save rescue animals in
open to the public in northern our area, including her most recent adoption of one of our Lynx is 14 years old and will Lois came to Furry Friends with
Palm Beach County. We’ve come around to you in time. She her five babies and was an amazing
been rescuing, rehabilitating, rescue Yorkies,” said Pat Deshong. does require a trip to the vet each Momma to them all. This girl is
and re-homing the homeless When considering adding a furry family member to month to get an injection. She sweet, silly and promises to be loyal
animals in our community your family, please visit our Palm City Ranch at 4841 S.W. has been with Furry Friends for and loving for all her days to come.
for more than 30 years. Zarrella Street or our new Jupiter Adoption Center at 100 awhile and needs a home to call Lois is a great companion and loves
Our not for profit 501c3 Capital Street in the Jupiter Commerce Park. PLEASE her own. Please consider adopting to be close to you (ok she insists) and
organization consists of our CALL 561-747-5311 PRIOR TO VISITING EITHER a senior cat. She deserves a leans in for some love.
Jupiter based adoption center, veterinary clinic (open to the LOCATION DUE TO COVID19. special home filled with love She loves dancing to your
public), thrift boutique, and Palm City Ranch. Blessings to you for your support and faith in us… all and patience. Please contact the favorite tunes, car rides to Starbucks.
ranch at 561-972-1194 to make She is good with dogs of similar
for the LOVE of animals! an appointment to meet Lynx. energy and mindsets and of her
choosing. Thanks to our wonderful
board members, Lois’s adoption fee
has been sponsored. She will also go
Patricia Deshong, President home with a Conair goodie bag!
Ways to donate (tax ID #59-2111273):
1. Mail a check made payable to Furry Friends to 100 Capital
Street, Jupiter, FL 33458.
2. Visit www.furryfriendsadoption.org
3. Call us with your credit card information at 561.747.5311
ext. 3
“Your donation creates the possibilities to make miracles
happen for our Furry Friends”

On November 16, 2020 our President, Pat Deshong,
awarded The Queen of Palm Beach Herme De Wyman Miro
with the prestigious CIGO award.
Furry Friends created the CIGO award to honor people
who best exemplify the nonprofit’s mission: to rescue,
rehabilitate, and re-home abused and abandoned dogs
and cats. The CIGO award was named after the Palm
Beach County Sheriff’s Office K-9 killed in the line of
duty on Christmas Eve in 2018. The CIGO Award stands
for Courage, Integrity, Genuine, and an Outstanding Paid Advertisement