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Loggerhead Turtle Released After RehabilitationMonday, July 24, 2017
A loggerhead turtle named ‘Chad’ — who was found entangled in cargo netting last October — was released into the waters off our coast last week after a lengthy rehabilitation at Bermuda Aquarium Museum and Zoo [BAMZ].
Celebrating the spirit of Theatre Boycott
Thursday, June 29, 2017
A celebration of the progressive spirit that toppled a bastion of segregation is to be marked this Sunday, the 58th anniversary of the close of the Theatre Boycott.
BZS To Host Annual General Meeting Today
Thursday, June 29, 2017
The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] are encouraging all members to attend the annual general meeting today [June 29] at 6.00pm in the BAMZ Education Classrooms at Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo
Turtles released back into the wild
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Almost 50 turtles caught in the Great Sound during the America’s Cup have been released after being temporarily held in Harrington Sound.
Skinner humbled by SeaKeepers award
Monday, June 26, 2017
J.P. Skinner will never forget the wonder of his first scuba dive. He was 16, and captivated by all the fish.
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Pupils enrolled in a competitive volunteer programme through the Bermuda Zoological Society have been given a second chance to complete it in the wake of Covid-19.
The Junior Volunteer programme requires a year-long commitment to support the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo, but the latest cadre came to a halt because of the pandemic.
A BZS spokeswoman said: “When the JV programme was able to recommence in September, the coordinators decided to give last year’s JVs the opportunity to have a programme ’do-over’.
“A total of six students accepted the offer, and they are currently participating in the programme together with 12 new students.”
Alex Amat, coordinator for the JV programme and BZS educator, said that some of those who chose not to re-enter the programme still continued to volunteer at BAMZ.
Dr Amat said: “One student was offered a junior staff position at BAMZ.
“Students studying abroad have also pledged to come back and volunteer during their prolonged Christmas break after finishing their quarantine periods.
“We are very proud of their dedication.”
The spokeswoman said BZS volunteers contribute over 10,000 hours of valuable husbandry support to BAMZ every year, with all programmes being accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.
The JV programme runs from October to June and is intended for pupils between 14 and 17 years of age.
It requires a year-long commitment to volunteer on a Saturday or Sunday morning each week, and gives participants the opportunity to work in all areas of BAMZ along with community conservation projects, field trips and educational activities.
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