The Secret Life of Gopher Tortoises Nature Walk

Name: The Secret Life of Gopher Tortoises Nature Walk
Start: 2025-08-11T08:30:00-04:00
End: 2025-08-11T10:30:00-04:00
Location: Halpatiokee Regional Park

Schedule

Mon Aug 11 2025 at 08:30 am to 10:30 am

UTC-04:00

Location

Halpatiokee Regional Park | Stuart, FL

Join us in uncovering the secrets of our beloved and threatened Gopher tortoise on this guided nature walk in Stuart at Halpatiokee Park.
About this Event

Tortoises, turtles and terrapins- oh my! On this walk we will focus on the mysterious and interesting lives of our iconic Gopher tortoise as well as conservation and management efforts aimed to sustain them. For this walk we will be joined by a Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission tortoise specialist who will teach us all about this wonderful animal. Don't miss out!

DETAILS

FREE program, but reservations are required

This program will begin at 8:30am and last until approximately 10:30am

The walk will be 1-2 miles across various natural surfaces

Please wear appropriate outdoor clothing and footwear

Bring water, sunscreen, and bug spray

Minors (under 18) must be accompanied by an adult

All participants will be required to sign waivers that will be provided at the start of the program

VISITOR INFORMATION

If you are a visitor planning a trip to Martin County and would like to preregister for the event, please email [email protected]

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Space is limited, but there will be a waitlist available.

We kindly ask that if you are unable to attend an event, please give us 48 hours’ notice to allow us to offer your spot to someone else.

Further details will be provided after registration. We hope to see you there!

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