HOUSTON, Aug. 21, 2008 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Internationally recognized children's wear label, Greggy Girl(r) is supporting efforts to protect the endangered sea turtles by sponsoring the tracking of a female loggerhead turtle in Bonaire, Netherland Antilles. The turtle, named 'Greggy Girl,' was fitted with a satellite transmitter on August 2, while nesting in Klein Bonaire. 'Greggy Girl' is the second turtle to be tracked in 2008 by the Sea Turtle Conservation Bonaire (STCB) and the 15th since the group began its tracking program in 2003.
"It is imperative that we focus our efforts on protecting the reefs and saving endangered species, like the loggerhead turtles, for future generations," said Cher M. Floyd, JMFA-Greggy Girl, Inc. executive. "By participating in this effort to track and monitor 'Greggy Girl's' migratory patterns, we can more effectively protect turtle habitats and ensure that these gentle creatures will survive and thrive throughout the world, and continue to surprise and delight children as they learn the important connection between conservation and the future health of our planet."
'Greggy Girl' has a shell length of 3.17 ft. and is estimated to weigh about 264 lbs. Adult loggerhead turtles come to Bonaire to breed from May through July. The turtle is expected to remain in the area and lay at least one more nest before departing the island and continuing on her migratory path, which will continue to be tracked by STCB.
The popular Greggy Girl(r) clothing label, a favorite of some of the most popular child and young adult stars in Hollywood, is designed by Charlene May, who along with Mrs. Floyd, gains inspiration from the sea, sailing and scuba diving. Mrs. Floyd, a long-time supporter of the environment, began working with the STCB in September 2007.
For more information about the project and to get up-to-date tracking information, visit www.greggygirlturtle.com or www.myspace.com/greggygirlturtle.
About Sea Turtle Conservation Bonaire
Sea Turtle Conservation Bonaire (STCB) exists to ensure the protection and recovery of Bonaire's sea turtle populations throughout their range. Founded in 1992, the STCB is a Bonaire-based, non-governmental and non-profit organization, part of the Wider Caribbean Sea Turtle Conservation Network. To learn more about STCB, contact: Mabel Nava, Sea Turtle Conservation Bonaire, at stcb@bonaireturtles.org.
About Greggy Girl(r)
Tucked in the half moon curve of the lovely Texas shoreline overlooking Galveston Bay is the home of JMFA-Greggy Girl, Inc. The Greggy Girl label was founded in 1999 by Creative Director, Charlene May, whose design experience includes handbags, jewelry, clothing, and interior design. Charlene's designs focus on emerging trends in the fashion and entertainment industry. Tapping into looks that define a girl's personality is one of the reasons the Greggy Girl line was chosen by About.com as The Number One Line Every Cool Mom Should Know. The Greggy Girl (r) label is also known as the designer label of choice by some of the most popular child and young adult stars in Hollywood and is frequently called upon by television shows for wardrobe assistance. In 2007, the Greggy Girl label was honored to be one of only three children's brands nominated for a 2007 Earnie Award in Girls' Sportswear 4-6X. The Earnie Award is an Earnshaw's annual event honoring design excellence in children's wear.
The company maintains corporate showrooms in Houston, Dallas, Atlanta, and New York City. For more information on the Greggy Girl label and its unique culture, please visit www.greggygirl.com. For media inquiries please email info@greggygirl.com or call Charlene May at 888-4-GREGGY.
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