Sea Turtle Patrol and Rescue with Brett Lozowski

Sea Turtle Patrol and Rescue: An Unexpected Hobby with Brett Lozowski In this episode of 'Unexpected Hobbies of Financial Advisors,' hosts Brian Wright and Joshua Walker interview Brett Lozowski, an investment manager at Life Planning Partners. Brett shares insights into his fascinating side pursuit as a volunteer for sea turtle patrol and rescue in Jacksonville, Florida. From early morning beach patrols to emergency turtle rescues, Brett discusses the challenges and rewards of protecting these endangered creatures. He also reflects on the life lessons he's learned from this unique hobby and its impact on his personal and professional life. Tune in to hear Brett's incredible experiences and find out what it takes to be part of a sea turtle rescue team. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 01:22 Meet Brett Lozowski: Sea Turtle Enthusiast 01:44 Understanding Sea Turtle Patrol 03:52 Challenges and Logistics of Turtle Patrol 08:11 The Life Cycle and Predators of Sea Turtles 10:46 Brett's Journey into Turtle Patrol 14:33 Volunteer Efforts and Community Support 23:48 Rescue Operations and Distress Calls 25:46 Turtle Transport Tales 26:17 Handling Turtles Safely 26:39 Turtle Behavior and Defenses 27:37 Solo Patrol Adventures 28:26 Peak Turtle Season 29:14 Late Season Hatchlings 30:40 Community and Training 32:00 First Year Reflections 34:44 Turtle Patrol and Personal Life 37:16 Lessons from Turtle Patrol 38:22 Memorable Turtle Rescues 40:31 Getting Involved in Turtle Patrol 43:55 Turtle Patrol Logistics 48:10 Endangered Status and Conservation Efforts 48:37 Podcast Conclusion