The Sea Turtle Connection 

Have you found a turtle? 

 

Here's what you should do:

• Move the turtle above the high tide line, but DO NOT put it back in the water 

• Pick the sea turtle up by its shell; try to keep it flat. If needed, have someone help you 

• Cover it with seaweed so that it is not as exposed to the cold 

• Put a marker, such as a large stick, near the turtle. Make sure you do not remove it off the beach 

• As soon as you can, call Mass Audubon: 508-349-2615 

 

Information to give when you call:

• Location; town and name of beach 

• A detailed description of where on the beach you found it (was it to the left or right of the entrance, 1/2 mile away, etc.)

• What you used to mark the sea turtle with 

• Date and time

• Tide, wind direction, etc. 

• If it's after hours, leave a message on extension 104 

 

When would you typically find a turtle? 

• Most sea turtles will be found from mid October through December 

• Midday through late afternoon/evening is the optimal time to find them