(NC) Sept 24 Turtle rescue

[Whiskey78]

Date: Sept 24, 2016


Location: Raleigh, NC

Description of Event (Please share as much info as you can):  We were invited to come out and troop The Turtle Rescue. They showed how they help the turtles out. They had a few stations set up. They had baby Turtle paintings. The kids made turtle hats. And they let the kids get hands on with a few turtles and tortoises. Everyone enjoyed seeing their favorite Star Wars characters. Everyone did a great job today and braved the heat. All the kids loved that we had a Tiny Vader. (Galactic Academy ) And for it being his first legit troop, I think he did awesome. He will be very valuable to the Garrison once he is of age. He was encouraging the kids to take pictures with us, he offered to let the hold his Lightsaber. And if they got a little spooked by us he went over and showed them that he was just a kid. The grown ups even enjoyed it. But everyone did awesome. And one of the best troops I have trooped in awhile.

Did this event support a charity? If yes, which charity?:
Yes, Turtle Rescue

Event Length (Hours):
3 hours




Indirect Funds Raised (Total money raised by event):(delete this section if not applicable)
$1145



Carolina Garrison Members in Attendance: 
1. Katrina - Officer
2. Shanda- TK
3. Will- Gunner

Crossover Attendees from the Rebel Legion / R2 Builders Club / Mando Mercs:(delete this section if not applicable)
1 . Brandon - Mando
2. Liz - Rey
3. William Kent- Galatic Academy - Vader
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Check out some of the event photos below: (please post pictures rather than picture links)
WILL post photos once received

[Whiskey78]

From Kris at the Turtle Rescue....
I am happy to do that! I took a bunch. they're not professional grade, but im happy to share what i have.
Give me a few days because i need to resurrect an old laptop that has the card reader i need to get the photos off my camera. And this week and next are going to be a bit hectic.
But, as soon as i get them onto a computer, i will send them to you!

We cant thank you guys enough for coming, and for being in such great spirits considering the heat. Everyone is talking about the Star Wars people at the event. More people may have come to see you, than to learn about turtles --- but we're cool with that! We had over 100 people there when we expected 50-75, so we think it was a success. Apparently 2 of the presentations had a packed room full of audience - which is again AMAZING!!!
We are really so excited about this.

I will also let you know as soon as we get the donation / fundraising tallies in.

It was really great to meet you all, and please share our thanks with your team!

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Event has been added to the charity list for the year, I'll update the total once you get it. Thanks!

[Whiskey78]

Just received word the total was $1145

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Just received word the total was $1145

Thank you.