Gopher Tortoise Walk and Talk

Join a guided tour to learn about the six species of North American tortoises, with a focus on our native gopher tortoise. We will explore this keystone species and environmental engineer, and learn how to “read” a tortoise burrow. This is an easy interpretive walk (less than 1 mile) in the Preserve’s upland habitat.

This tour will be led by George L. Heinrich. Mr. Heinrich is a field biologist and environmental educator specializing in Florida reptiles. His company, Heinrich Ecological Services is based in St. Petersburg, Florida and conducts wildlife surveys and research, natural history programming, and nature-based tours. George is currently the Executive Director of the Florida Turtle Conservation Trust.

This tour is for adults and youth ages 13+.

Pinellas County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you are a person with a disability who needs an accommodation to participate in this class you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Prior to 14 business days before the class, please submit your request to [email protected] and [email protected].

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Drive Northeast, St. Petersburg, United States