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Disney’s Vero Beach will help kick off Tour de Turtles on July 28 on the East Coast of Florida, and the state’s visitors and locals alike have several opportunities to join in the fun surrounding the marine marathon. Started in 2008 by the Sea Turtle Conservancy, Tour de Turtles is an interesting way to learn … Continue reading "2018 Tour de Turtles to release competitors at Disney’s Vero Beach"
Disney’s Vero Beach helps kick off 2017 Tour de Turtles
Posted onDisney's Vero Beach will help kick off Tour de Turtles next weekend on the East Coast of Florida, and the state's visitors and locals alike have several opportunities to join in the fun surrounding the marine marathon. This is the 10th year for Tour de Turtles, and there will be 20 sea turtles representing four different species. The turtles leave from various nesting beaches around the world, including one in front of Disney's Vero Beach Resort, and will be tracked for about three months. The turtle that swims the farthest during that time will be declared the winner.
At Epcot, meet Captain Ron, a beagle who detects sea turtle nests
Posted onCaptain Ron is making his return to the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival! Captain Ron is a dog who is a member of Disney's sea turtle conservation team trained to sniff out sea turtle nests along the beach at Disney's Vero Beach Resort so that scientists can mark the nests to protect them.
Celebrate Earth Day at Epcot with special meet-and-greet, family friendly activities
Posted onEarth Day (April 22) is Disney's Animal Kingdom's birthday, and it will celebrate with special events. Epcot marks the day with special events throughout the weekend, as well.