Glow-Free Is the Way to Be | Sea Turtle Awareness | Lights Off for Sea Turtles | Eco Message Black Glossy Mug | 11 oz & 15 oz Ceramic Mug

Start your day with purpose and a message that matters. Our “Glow-Free is the Way to Be” Mug is more than just a beautiful way to enjoy your morning coffee or tea—it’s a reminder to help protect nesting sea turtles by keeping our beaches dark and safe.

Why It Matters:
Each nesting season, sea turtles return to the same beaches where they hatched to lay their eggs — and those beaches must remain dark for both nesting mothers and hatchlings to safely complete their journeys. Hatchlings instinctively crawl toward the brightest light, which in a natural setting is the moonlight reflecting off the ocean horizon.

Unfortunately, artificial lights from beachfront homes, businesses, streetlights, flashlights, and even cell phones can disorient hatchlings, causing them to head inland instead of toward the water. This often leads them toward roads, predators, storm drains, or death from exhaustion and dehydration.

Even adult females may avoid brightly lit beaches altogether, leading to fewer nesting attempts and decreased reproductive success — a significant concern for already threatened and endangered species.

The good news? Light pollution is one of the most preventable threats sea turtles face. By spreading awareness and encouraging the use of turtle-friendly lighting — or simply turning lights off near the beach — we can make a real difference.

In Florida, sea turtle nesting season runs from March through October, with the most intense nesting and hatching activity typically occurring during the summer months. During this time, it’s critical that all non-essential beachfront lighting is turned off, properly shielded, or replaced with long-wavelength, turtle-safe lighting.

This mug is more than just a statement piece — it’s a reminder to protect what we love. Let’s keep our beaches dark, our turtles safe, and our message glowing (even when the shoreline isn’t).

When you use this use this mug, you’re educating without saying a word. You’re reminding others to dim the glow, shield their lights, and keep the path to the ocean safe and clear.

Featuring a glowing neon-style sea turtle design and the message:
“Glow-Free is the Way to Be – Lights Off for Sea Turtles,”
this mug helps raise awareness about the impact of artificial light on sea turtle nesting and hatchling survival. Whether you’re sipping at sunrise or relaxing after sunset, you’re helping spread the word about coastal conservation.

Product Details:
• Available in 11 oz (3.85” height) and 15 oz (4.7” height)
• Ceramic with a glossy black finish
• Lead- and BPA-free
• Dishwasher and microwave safe
• Durable design that holds up to daily use
• Printed in the USA with eco-conscious on-demand manufacturing

Perfect For:
• Sea turtle advocates
• Coastal conservationists
• Beach homeowners and renters
• Eco-minded gift-givers
• Teachers, volunteers, and marine biology lovers

Make your morning routine meaningful. Help protect what matters—one sip at a time.

A Brand That Cares:
Turtley Yours started as a sea turtle obsession and evolved into a beachy little brand that believes in protecting what we love. A portion of proceeds supports sea turtle education and conservation efforts in coastal communities. So when you use this mug, you’re not just making a statement—you’re making a difference.

**PLEASE NOTE:

~Colors on your screen may appear slightly different in print (due to variations in screen monitor calibrations)
~All Turtley Yours products are made to order using eco-conscious methods. because of this, slight variations in print placement or garment tone may occur - just part of what makes each piece Turtely and Uniquely Yours!

**RETURN POLICY:
Because each item is made to order, we do not accept returns or exchanges, Please be sure to double-check sizing and color choices before placing your order. That said, if your item arrives damaged or has a defect, please reach out within 7 days of delivery - I want you to be 100% happy so we'll make it right!

I work with a NC based company to produce high-quality, print-on-demand goods using eco-conscious practices that reduce waste. That means each order is made just for you—no overstock, no landfill piles, just wearable (and sippable!) ocean love. Thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!