What’s up! Tingum is my name. “Tingum” is Bahamian slang used to refer to a person or thing with a name that cannot be easily recalled, or a “whatchamacallit.” Atlantis has been supporting my other leatherback friends in the Tour de Turtles for 16 years and now it’s finally my turn! I am so excited to be representing Atlantis in the race this year because they are extremely dedicated to conservation and protecting marine life. One way they help out is by not carrying plastic water bottles or straws on their property. This initiative means a lot to me because plastic debris is extremely dangerous to sea turtles and marine life. Single-use plastic has become a real problem lately, but I’m glad I don’t have to worry about running into any plastic bags or straws near the waters around Atlantis, where a lot of my sea turtle friends travel. Instead of single-use plastics, they provide guests with reusable water bottles and paper straws on request, setting a great example for other resorts and hotel properties! Cheer for me and Team Atlantis this year and help us spread the word about the threat of plastic debris and the importance of keeping our beaches and waterways clean!

I was named by my Sponsor, Atlantis Paradise Island. Check out my marathon migration map, where you can follow along as I swim to raise awareness about the threat of Plastic and Marine Debris to sea turtles. Please help me raise awareness about my cause by supporting me!

Learn more about leatherback sea turtles.