Nest Dig Information & Agreement

Join us on a Sea Turtle Nest Dig!

The Sea Turtle Conservancy (STC) has a limited number of spaces for the public to join us in Florida on an outdoor daytime nest dig educational program.  This is an opportunity to see how sea turtle scientists study the hatching success of loggerhead sea turtle nests in the Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge. Following the nest excavation, there may be an opportunity to observe a live hatchling be released into the ocean, but this cannot be guaranteed. Nest digs, also known as Public Hatch Success Evaluations, are essential to sea turtle conservation efforts because the data collected helps scientists monitor how sea turtle populations are faring with an ever-changing nesting beach environment that has been impacted by humans. Learn what you can do to help save sea turtles.

Space is limited to 20 people per dig.

Cost is $6 per person, paid in advance, to reserve your space.

You are responsible for your own transportation to the Barrier Island Center. Additional details will be provided once you have made a reservation.

Florida Turtle Nest Dig Information (Things You Need to Know)

Please read the following information before making your turtle nest dig reservation.

Safety Guidelines:

• Participants must be able to walk on soft sand for up to one mile;
• Please wear comfortable shoes and avoid wearing flip-flops;
• We suggest participants wear pants, long sleeves, and bringing bug spray;
• Our guides and volunteers may not be able to assist guests physically on the beach;
• Please bring a water bottle and hat;
• If you feel symptomatic for Covid the morning of the nest dig, please do not come to the nest dig.

By checking the box below, you confirm that you have read and understand that:

• You agree to abide by STC’s safety guidelines listed above, and leave if asked to by one of our staff or volunteers;
• Location is Archie Carr Refuge, Florida, USA;
• Nest Digs start at 7:45 AM;
• No refunds.

Nest Dig Date: September 8, 2026