Event

Diamondback Terrapin Walk

Gateway National Recreation Area

Fee:

Free.

Location:

Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge

Repeating Event

Days:

Every day

Dates:

June 20, 2019 to June 22, 2019

Time:

3:00 PM

Duration:

1 hour

Type of Event

Walk

Description

Come along as we head out on the West Pond Trail in search of nesting Diamondback Terrapins. We will talk about these amazing turtles, their annual journey to the shores of the Wildlife Refuge, and our efforts to help their offspring make it safely back to the water.

Reservation or Registration: Yes