Manado, August 17, 2023 - Hotel ASTON Manado and the North Sulawesi Natural Resources Conservation Agency (BKSDA Sulawesi Utara) successfully organized an event involving the release of 78 baby sea turtles into their natural habitat and a beach cleanup activity, all carried out with the spirit of environmental preservation. The event took place on August 16, 2023, at Batu Putih Natural Park.

In a joint effort to support marine biodiversity conservation and maintain environmental cleanliness, Hotel ASTON Manado and BKSDA Sulawesi Utara take pride in organizing an event that contributes positively to the environment and the local community. This activity is the result of an exclusive collaboration between the two parties who share a similar commitment to preserving the beauty of nature.

The moment of releasing 78 baby sea turtles marked the climax of the meaningful event. This success not only showcases the synergy between the private sector and the government but also instills hope for the survival of this species. The event serves as a tangible example of how collective actions can have a positive impact on the sustainability of marine ecosystems.

During his opening speech, I Nyoman Bandisa Sastika, the General Manager of Hotel ASTON Manado, expressed, "From the tourism industry, we genuinely support the initiatives undertaken by BKSDA Sulawesi Utara. We believe that this commitment should go beyond a mere ceremony today and continue as part of our ongoing responsibility."

The Chairman of BKSDA Sulut, Askhari Dg. Masikki, S.Hut, also warmly welcomed the event. "I am immensely thankful and enthusiastic in welcoming and fully supporting this event. What we are doing today holds significant value, as there are only a few individuals genuinely concerned about the welfare of animals and our environment."

In a broader context, the event also encompassed a beach cleanup activity involving teams from BKSDA Sulawesi Utara and Hotel ASTON Manado. With a spirit of cooperation, they worked together to clean the beach from trash and plastic waste, emphasizing the importance of maintaining environmental cleanliness for future generations.

Hotel ASTON Manado and BKSDA Sulawesi Utara extend their gratitude to all participants and supporters of this event. They hope that this spirit will continue to grow and inspire further actions in environmental preservation.