Description
Cold-stunned sea turtles begin washing ashore on Cape Cod Bay beaches each fall, and this program puts you at the center of the rescue effort. Start at Wellfleet Bay for an indoor presentation on sea turtle biology, behavior, and the cold-stun phenomenon, then step into the sea turtle lab for a behind-the-scenes look at how data is collected and animals are prepared for transport.
From there, you'll carpool to a local beach to search the wrack line for cold-stunned juvenile turtles, with time to observe and learn about other marine life along the way. The beach location is determined the day of the program based on wind and tide conditions.
Please note that this is an educational program and not a training to become a Mass Audubon volunteer.
When
- Sat, Dec 12, 2026 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Who
Adults
Cost
- Adult Members $35
- Adult Nonmembers $42
Where
Location: Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, South Wellfleet
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Questions? Contact us:
- 508-349-2615 [email protected]
Instructors
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Mass Audubon Staff
Instructions
Meet at Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary. You will then carpool to a beach to search for cold-stunned turtles (beach location will be determined based on wind speed and direction). Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. You may bring your own binoculars. Please arrive and check in 10 minutes before the start of the program.