Don’t miss this free weekly informational event. Turtle patrol volunteers share their knowledge of nesting sea turtles, what to look for when visiting the beach and current nest information. There will be a slideshow, a short movie and Q&A segment.
All family members are welcome. There will be a slide show, delightful short movie and Q&A session. This program focuses on the life cycle of the sea turtle and how the HBTWP aides in the preservation of sea turtles. Several turtle artifacts will be on display for viewing and informational handouts will be available.
This program is free of charge. Come learn about the turtles that nest on our beach.
This program is designed for all ages. The Holden Beach Turtle Watch, members will share what we do on the beach to protect the sea turtles that nest on our beach and share the life cycle of sea turtles.
Turtle Talks
The FREE educational program is for the whole family and is held on select Wednesday evenings in June, July and August. Learn about the life cycle of the sea turtle, and how the Holden Beach Turtle Watch Program aids in the preservation of sea turtles.
Turtle Talks
The Holden Beach Turtle Watch Program conducts weekly educational programs on selected Wednesday evenings in June, July and August.
Please check our Events Calendar for details on dates, times and locations. Seating is limited. Events Calendar
Time/Location: Wednesdays at 7pm at the Holden Beach Chapel
107 Rothchild St, Holden Beach, NC
Dates: June 18th and 25th | July 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th | August 6th and 13th
The Turtle Talk program focuses on the life cycle of the sea turtle, and how the Holden Beach Turtle Watch Program aids in the preservation of sea turtles.
A short video presentation will be shown with a question and answer segment to follow. Several turtle artifacts will be on display for viewing.
Turtle Talk is open to all family members and is enjoyed by people of all ages. There is no admission charge but donations are greatly appreciated. Support for the Holden Beach Turtle Watch Program comes solely from donations and the proceeds from the sale of our annual Turtle Watch T-shirts. How to Donate
Children’s Turtle Time
Special programs for younger turtle enthusiasts are held Wednesday afternoons in June, July and August on select dates.
This FREE program is for ages 3–4 and 5–6. An adult should remain with the child during the 45-minute program. The program introduces young children to the world of sea turtles through hands-on play, games, books and puzzles.
Time/Location: Wednesday, 4pm at the Holden Beach Chapel
107 Rothchild St, Holden Beach, NC
Dates: June 25th | July 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th | August 6th
These programs will feature age appropriate crafts, stories and activities for children ages 3 to 6 years old. The children will be divided into two groups: ages 3 & 4 and 5 & 6. Each group will learn about the sea turtles that nest on Holden Beach. The younger group will make a turtle craft and the older group will be searching for turtle eggs in the sand.
NOTE: NOTE: All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. This program is free of charge. Check our Events Calendar for details on dates, times and locations. Events Calendar