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Location: Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, South Wellfleet MA
Audience: All (suitable for children 6 & up)
Members: Adult $10.00, Child $10.00
Nonmembers: Adult $14.00, Child $14.00

Look for diamondback terrapins, a threatened species of salt marsh turtle. During June and July we’ll walk along sanctuary trails in search of nesting turtles. In August and September we hope to find or release hatchlings. Wear comfortable walking shoes and be prepared to walk up to 2 miles. For adults and children age 6 and older.

Instructions and Directions:
Pre-registration is very strongly recommended. This popular program tends to fill up in advance, but if spaces are available, walk-in registrations are welcome.

Please arrive and check-in 10 minutes before the start of the program. We recommend that you dress for the weather and bring sunscreen and drinking water. Wear comfortable walking shoes that you won’t mind getting sandy or wet.

Please note our cancellation policy: In order to receive a refund, you must notify us of your cancellation at least 7 days before the program begins. If we cancel the program, you will receive a full refund. We reserve the right to change programs, schedules, and instructors, and to cancel programs due to low enrollment or unfavorable weather.

Registration is required. Register online or call 508-349-2615 to register by phone. Register by mail: program registration form (PDF 66K). For your own security, DO NOT send credit card information via email.
For more information, contact:
P.O. Box 236, State Highway Rte. 6
South Wellfleet, MA 02663