Young Naturalist Explorers: Gopher Tortoises & Their Burrow Buddies

National Gopher Tortoise Day is celebrated on April 10th to raise awareness and appreciation for these long-lived, gentle reptiles, which are a keystone species in their ecosystem. Join our Young Naturalist Explorers at Mead Botanical Garden for fun gopher tortoises activities and a special burrow crawl. We will be learning all about gopher tortoises, their habitat, burrow buddies, take a hike as a gopher tortoise would, and end with a burrow crawl!

What to bring? Please wear comfortable walking shoes or boots in case its wet/muddy.

Topic: Gopher Tortoises & Their Burrow Buddies

Instructor: Marcia Anderson

Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026

Class Check-In: 9:15 A.M.

Class Start Time: 9:30 - 11:00 A.M.

Location: Discovery Barn, Mead Botanical Garden, 1300 S. Denning Drive Winter Park, FL (See Map Here)

Cost: $10 + eventbrite fees

*We recommend ages 5-12, but the family is welcome to tag along! Parent participation is not required, but a parent or guardian must remain onsite for the duration of class. Parents/Guardians are not required to purchase tickets for themselves.

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