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Turtle Time
Where
James River State Park, 104 Green Hill Dr., Gladstone, VA 24553.
Visitor Center
When
May 24, 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.
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 - April 26, 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 31, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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