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Turtle Time

Location of James River State Park in Virginia

Where

James River State Park, 104 Green Hill Dr., Gladstone, VA 24553.
Visitor Center

When

April 26, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

We would like to introduce you to “Boxer” the box turtle. Turtles are unique and fascinating reptiles. Learn about how turtles live, interact with their environment, what they eat, and how their adaptations help them survive.

photo of a box turtle

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 434-933-4355
Email Address: JamesRiver@dcr.virginia.gov

Event types

Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History

Additional dates

Turtle Time - March 15, 2025. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Turtle Time - March 22, 2025. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Turtle Time - March 29, 2025. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Turtle Time - April 5, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Turtle Time - April 12, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Turtle Time - May 3, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Turtle Time - May 10, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Turtle Time - May 24, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Turtle Time - May 31, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

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