OUR MEMBERS MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE
Annual memberships and contributions from dedicated supporters like you allow the Southeast Regional Sea Turtle Network (SERSTN) to strengthen the people behind sea turtle conservation—scientists, veterinarians, rehabilitators, educators, students, and volunteers working across the Southeast.
When you join or renew your SERSTN membership, you help advance professional development, regional collaboration, and scientific exchange that lead to stronger conservation outcomes for sea turtles and the coastal ecosystems they depend on.
Your support ensures that the people doing the work have the connections, knowledge, and resources they need; today and for the future.
Why Membership Matters
Sea turtle conservation is complex, regional, and deeply collaborative. Strong outcomes depend on well-connected, well-supported professionals who have access to shared knowledge, training, and community.
Your membership helps SERSTN:
- Facilitate collaboration across states, agencies, and organizations
- Expand access to training and professional development
- Support students and early-career professionals
- Strengthen the long-term capacity of the sea turtle conservation community
Memberships provide flexible, unrestricted support that allows SERSTN to respond to emerging needs and invest where impact is greatest.
Membership Benefits
Membership Options
Annual Membership — $50/year
A simple way to support SERSTN’s mission while accessing valuable professional benefits.
- All member benefits listed above – renews annually
- 10% discount on SERSTN merchandise
- Recognition as an Annual Member (SERSTM)
Annual Student Membership — $30/year
An affordable option for students to support SERSTN’s mission while accessing valuable professional benefits.
- All member benefits listed above – renews annually
- 10% discount on SERSTN merchandise
- Recognition as an Annual Member (SERSTM)
- Eligible to serve on SERSTM’s student committee
Lifetime Membership — $750 (one-time)
Make a lasting investment in the sea turtle conservation community.
- All member benefits listed above – for life
- 15% discount on SERSTN merchandise
- Recognition as a Lifetime Member (SERSTM, Annual Report)
- Priority registration for select events (as available)
Lifetime Memberships provide immediate, long-term support that strengthens SERSTN’s financial sustainability and future impact.
Please note: All memberships are nonrefundable. To apply membership discounts, you must be signed in to your account.