Heroes in a half-shell–Turtle Power! 🐢
Discover our shelled neighbours and their nesting grounds as our turtle expert guides us on a leisurely walk through Evergreen Brickworks to share some turtle behaviour and ecology facts, what it’s like to be a turtle researcher and the life lessons these shell-dwellers can teach us.
About the Speaker
Reta Lingrui Meng
Reta is a PhD candidate at McMaster University working on Blanding's Turtle conservation by weaving Indigenous Knowledge and Western Science to create recovery plans. She is a lover of all turtles and enjoys spending time in the great outdoors!
Event Logistics
Wear comfortable footwear and dress appropriately for the weather and terrain. The walking pace will be gentle and there will be extended periods of standing.
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