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Turtle Hatchery at Long Point Eco-Adventures

Turtle Hatchery 2026

Working Together to Protect Local At-Risk Turtles

Celebrate Nature and Protect At-Risk Ontario Turtles

Working with Long Point Biosphere Region to protect local wildlife, specifically at-risk turtle species in Ontario, is an important cause to our team.

Come onsite and visit our turtle hatchery to learn more about these incredibly resilient animals. Join us along our journey as we:

  • Find vulnerable turtle nests

  • Patrol at-risk turtle nesting sites
  • Excavate the turtle eggs and move them to our hatchery in June
  • Incubate and monitor the eggs for 7-8 weeks
  • And then...

The hatching and turtle release in August & September! 

Stay tuned for more updates on our social media and our website.

Learn more about the turtle hatchery on Long Point Biosphere Region's website here.

 

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Turtle Tips

Question: What do I do if I find a turtle laying eggs?

Firstly, leave the turtle alone. Ontario turtles are at-risk and even more vulnerable during nesting season.

Do not make contact with the turtle and/or the eggs unless there is immediate danger to the animal(s).

If possible, cover with a nesting cage to help keep the turtle and their nest safe.

Call the Ontario Turtle Conservation Centre at 704-741-5000.

 

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Every single year, volunteers, donors, and funders make this work possible. Thank you for your continued support!

 

Contact Us
If you have questions regarding the turtle hatchery, please use one of the options below to contact us. 

1-877-743-8687
info@lpfun.ca

1730 Front Rd. St. Williams ON, N0E 1P0