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Meet & Greet with Ranger Myrtle the Turtle
Where
Twin Lakes State Park, 788 Twin Lakes Rd., Green Bay, VA 23942.
The Discovery Area
When
May 17, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Meet local 'shellebrity' Ranger Myrtle, the Red-eared Slider turtle, as she suns herself in her enclosure behind the concession building. Ranger Myrtle works at the park as an ambassador for turtles worldwide. Come see what she gets up to this time!
About National Kids to Parks Day
Virginia State Parks celebrates National Kids to Parks Day on the third Saturday in May by offering a variety of fun, family-friendly activities, from nature scavenger hunts and ranger-led hikes to fishing clinics and flora and fauna wagon rides. This annual event encourages kids to explore the outdoors while learning about wildlife and engaging in hands-on environmental education.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 434-392-3435
Email Address: TwinLakes@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
Kids/Family | National Events | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History
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