Have you ever seen turtles hatching thanks to the efforts of the Turtle Patrol’s protection?  Well, it just happened right in front of my house in Manasota Key.  Sunday morning we met Diane, a very friendly volunteer, along with 7 helpers, some of which were students volunteering in exchange for some hands-on experience, a little thrill at making a difference and earning community hours.  They dug over 100 eggs, some of which had hatched 3 nights before delivering little turtles back into the ocean.  The volunteers were looking for those little ones that couldn’t find their way out of the sand and sure enough, they find 2 green ones, which happen to be rare species.  After lots of pictures and cheers of celebration, the two were named Michaela and Rafaela.  With the help of the volunteers, they made their way to the water and had to be shielded from some threatening seagulls that kept circling the waters.  Did you know that only one of every 1,000 make it to adulthood?  Did you know that the United States is the only country that protects green turtles?  Did you know that in 28-30 years these same turtles, if they make it to adulthood, will return to their natal spot to lay eggs?  We spent the rest of the afternoon sitting on shore, enjoying another peacefulday in beautiful Manasota Key and exchanging fascinating stories of these and many other Manasota Key events that we have enjoyed through the years.  I can honestly say that the excitement stayed with us the rest of the day, until it was time to wrapped it up and get ready for another busy week in real estate.  Did you know that properties over $1.5mi were the only price range whose activity went up last month in the county?  If you’re interested in Manasota Key Real Estate , don’t hesitate to call me at 941-356-3970.  As a resident, I know the ins and outs of the neighborhood.