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How You Can Help Protect the Leatherback Turtle

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10 ways to help protect the leatherback turtle

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Volunteer with
a conservation project

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Do not
purchase sea turtle products

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Ensure proper
waste disposal at the beach

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Ensure that
fishing gear is not left in the water

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Do not
feed turtles

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Participate in
coastal clean-ups

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Avoid leaving
holes, sandcastles
or chairs on the beach

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Do not
disturb nesting turtles
nests, or hatchlings

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When at
sea go slowly to avoid turtles

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When on
tour follow the guidelines