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On behalf of the Southeast Regional Sea Turtle Network’s Board of Directors and the SERSTM Planning Committee, we welcome you to SERSTM 2027! Join us in Wilmington, North Carolina for our fantastic biennial meeting, February 8-11,2027.
This meeting’s theme, “Connected By Sea Turtles,” will highlight the geographic, academic, professional, and personal connections that hold our community together. Whether it is the amazing satellite tracking data that shows sea turtles transversing the Atlantic, Gulf, and Caribbean to return home to their natal beaches or the reunion of colleagues and best friends at SERSTN events, we are “Connected By Sea Turtles.” At the exciting and rambunctious age of 15, SERSTN has exceeded our wildest expectations. Your energy and participation have made us the fastest- growing sea turtle network, and a great place to meet new and old friends, share your knowledge, and learn from the best in the field.
The upcoming meeting will be held at the beautiful and newly renovated Hotel Ballast Wilmington, nestled along the scenic Cape Fear River in the heart of historic downtown. Beyond the meeting, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with friends and colleagues while exploring Wilmington’s vibrant riverwalk, rich history, local culture, and exceptional coastal cuisine. The location also allows us to offer field trips to Bald Head Island and the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Center, and it is within easy driving distance of UNC-Wilmington’s main campus and Center for Marine Science. I trust that this year’s meeting location is easily accessible for our community and that we will have the best SERSTM yet. Get ready to strengthen professional connections, build new friendships, and celebrate the community that sea turtles have brought together.
We look forward to seeing you in February!
Sincerely,
Paul Jobsis
President, Southeast Regional Sea Turtle Network
For any questions regarding the Southeast Regional Sea Turtle Meeting, please reach out to info@serstn.org.