Young Brothers Turn Trash To Treasure For Wildlife

Two brothers from Panama City, Florida, were inspired to protect local wildlife after witnessing the damage caused by litter. They initiated their conservation efforts by building and deploying monofilament collection bins to prevent fishing line from harming sea creatures like seagulls and sea turtles. Their actions also extended to organizing beach cleanups and collecting water samples to monitor environmental health.

Following Hurricane Michael, which destroyed tree habitats, the brothers addressed the vulnerability of wood ducks by constructing nesting boxes. These protected structures allowed mother ducks to safely raise their broods. One brother, now a college senior, continues the mission with his younger sibling, who is training a cousin to ensure the Conservation Brothers' legacy of environmental protection endures.