NAVARRE BEACH SEA TURTLE CONSERVATION CENTER

The Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center (NBSTCC) is a non-profit conservation center that has the primary aim to conserve and protect threatened and endangered sea turtles through community education and partnered research. It is a largely volunteer-run organization operating a 2,010 square foot education center open to the public year-round.  You may want to get up to speed on sea turtles before your trip.

Navarre Beach Activity Schedule

As a mission-driven organization, NBSTCC resources are focused on three key components: conservation, education, and research. It provides accessible and fun public education; creates conservation initiatives that provide meaningful public engagement with tangible outcomes; and participates in partnered research seeking long-term solutions to benefit sea turtle survival and our shared marine environment.  You will also want to check out the Navarre Beach Marine Science Station while your are there since it is right across the street.

NAVARRE BEACH SEA TURTLE CONSERVATION CENTER ATTRACTIONS

• Sweet Pea, the resident sea turtle
• Interactive exhibits
• Jellyfish Aquarium
• Seahorse Habitat
• Grumpy the Lionfish
• Artificial Reef Aquarium
• Tortoises, Terrapins and Sea Turtles
• Scavanger Hunts
• Seamore Gift Shop
• Shark Tooth Treasure Hunt​

EDUCATION 

Sea Turtles

Learn about the 7 species of sea turtles and those found in the Florida Panhandle.

Sea Turtle Nesting

Take a look at local sea turtle nesting including video, photos, and FAQs.

NBSTCC Turtle School

The center is working to expand online educational modules. You can see new topics at NBSTCC Turtle School here.

Other resources

Find out the importance of sea turtles to marine ecosystems.

CONSERVATION INITIATIVES

• Trash-Bash
• Responsible Pier Initiative
• Borrow Bin Project
• Education Presentations
• Partnered Research Projects

VOLUNTEER AT NAVARRE BEACH SEA TURTLE CONSERVATION CENTER

As a largely volunteer-operated organization, the role of volunteers at the NBSTCC is exceptionally important to its mission and daily operations.

The center has various year-round and seasonal volunteer opportunities including those inside the conservation center, in outreach, or projects where you can work from home. You can learn more about volunteering and fill out an application by visiting NBSTCC’s Volunteer page. If you still have questions, you can get in touch with the center’s Volunteer Manager, Nicole, at volunteers@navarrebeachseaturtles.org.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Website: navarrebeachseaturtles.org
Address: 8740 Gulf Blvd, Navarre, FL 32566, United States
Phone: +1 850-684-3347
Email: info@navarrebeachseaturtles.org

Opening Hours

Noon to 4 pm; Tuesday through Saturday

Holiday Closures

• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Eve
• Christmas Day
• New Year’s Eve
• New Year’s Day

COVID-19 UPDATE

While visiting during COVID, NBSTCC is requiring guests to use face masks/coverings. Complimentary masks are available for guests. There is no registration process and it is open to walk-ins. The center is operating at a 50% capacity, which is 20 guests at a time. A waitlist will be utilized at the door.

Other Info

• Free parking on site.
• Shoes and shirts or coverups are required.
• Most areas are wheelchair accessible.
• Smoking is prohibited.

Check out our post on Things to do in Navarre, FL for a list of other great activities while you are visiting the Navarre Beach area.