Save the Date for the 15th Annual Turtle Fest!

Saturday, April 15, 2023 at Veteran's Park in Flagler Beach
More info coming soon!
Please join us on
Saturday, March 4, 2023
​for our 5th Annual

Turtle Trek 5K Run/Walk

We are currently planning our 5th Annual Turtle Trek 5K Run/Walk on March 4, 2023 in Ponce Inlet, Florida.

This is a fundraiser benefiting the Volusia/Flagler Turtle Patrol, a non-profit organization dedicated to the protection and conservation of endangered sea turtles.

More Info/Online Registration
​For more information and to register online, click HERE.

Donate/Sponsor
We are seeking donations and sponsors to help fund this event and our on-going conservation efforts.
For info on how to donate/sponsor, click HERE.

Photos/Videos
​For photos/videos of last year's event, click HERE.

Florida Sea Turtles

There are 5 species of sea turtles found along Florida's Beaches.

LOGGERHEAD

The Loggerhead Turtle is the most common turtle on  our beaches. She is named for her immense, block-like head and strong jaws.

LEATHERBACK

The Leatherback Turtle is the largest turtle. She has a leathery shell, can reach up to 7 feet in length and weigh up to 1,500 pounds.

GREEN

The Green Turtle gets her name from the color of her fat. She is an herbivore, eating plants, sea grasses,
​ and algae.

HAWKSBILL

The Hawksbill Turtle has a beautiful, distinct carapace (shell). It is  tortoiseshell in color and almost heart-shaped. 

KEMP'S RIDLEY

The Kemp's Ridley is the most endangered sea turtle in the world. She is relatively small, weighing less than 100 pounds.
There are 5 species of sea turtles found along Florida's Beaches.
If you find a sick or injured sea turtle, please do not place it back in the water as it may need medical assistance. 
Call the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commision at 1-888-404-FWCC (888-404-3922).