I try to check on the nests as much as I can at night to try to catch a nest "boil." It's called boiling because it looks like turtles are boiling out of the ground. Last night, I arrived at the nest a little too late. When I arrived I found 12 dead baby turtles around the nest. Animals like Ghost Crabs and Raccoons had injured them. So, I missed the boil, but I was able to see a few last turtles come out. We protected them from the predators as we watched them make their way all the way down to the water. Only red lights are permitted at the hatching because the turtles are not able to see it. The babies move toward the brightest object on the horizon, which is usually the moon, but if you're using a flashlight, you may send them running the wrong way. That's why it is important to keep all light off when you live near the beach.
The Lord has been so faithful to us. We have all of our staff hired for Barrier Island next year. Even after we were finished hiring, the applications were still flooding in. I am excited to see what the Lord has in store for us. Please join me in praying for our staff. Please pray for unity among us, of the same mind. Pray for personal healing and growth for each of the staff members. These are the names if you would like to pray for any of them specifically.
Returnes: Cody, Leah, Lucy
New: Jonathan, TJ, Jeff, Justin, Keaton, David, Jenn, Sarah Ellen, Julia, Lauren, Sarah
Outdoor Encounters is still coming along. I have been doing my best to advertise and spread the word, but as with any new program, it may take awhile to get up and running. Please pray that the Lord's will would be done in this area and that I would have the patience and trust needed to follow Him. We have the bare bones of a website up on the St. Christopher Camp page if you would like to check it out. The address it www.outdoorencounters.org.
Thank you so much for all your prayers, they are so appreciated!
