Tortoise Group

Desert Tortoise Adoption Workshop
2020-01-25 15:00 - 16:30, 2020-02-08 15:00 - 16:30, 2020-03-07 15:00 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Springs Preserve, 333 S Valley View Blvd, Las Vegas, NV, 89107, United States
Learn how to create a backyard desert tortoise habitat and how to care for a desert tortoise.

Volunteer Master Training Workshop
2020-02-29 15:00 - 17:00 | Springs Preserve, 333 S Valley View Blvd, Las Vegas, NV, 89107, United States
This is a mandatory workshop for new volunteers. Volunteers learn the history of Tortoise Group, desert tortoise biology, the law regarding desert tortoises, and how to care for a desert tortoise and create a backyard habitat.

Online Desert Tortoise Backyard Habitat and Care Workshop
2020-04-13 13:00 - 14:00 | NV
For anyone interested in getting a desert tortoise or for those who may already have one, join us as we go over seasonal desert tortoise behavior, creating a backyard habitat, and care. For our virtual workshops, we use Zoom. You will need to download the Zoom app on your computer or phone if you do not already have it.
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https://zoom.us/j/245740025
Meeting ID: 245 740 025

Online Desert Tortoise Backyard Habitat and Care Workshop
2020-04-26 18:00 - 19:00 | NV
For anyone interested in getting a desert tortoise or for those who may already have one, join us as we go over seasonal desert tortoise behavior, creating a backyard habitat, and care. For our virtual workshops, we use Zoom. You will need to download the Zoom app on your computer or phone if you do not already have it.
Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87683072171
Meeting ID: 876 8307 2171

Online Desert Tortoise Backyard Habitat and Care Workshop
2020-04-27 14:00 - 15:00 | NV
For anyone interested in getting a desert tortoise or for those who may already have one, join us as we go over seasonal desert tortoise behavior, creating a backyard habitat, and care. For our virtual workshops, we use Zoom. You will need to download the Zoom app on your computer or phone if you do not already have it.
Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85462521905 Meeting ID: 854 6252 1905

Online Desert Tortoise Backyard Habitat and Care Workshop
2020-05-01 18:00 - 19:00 | NV
For anyone interested in getting a desert tortoise or for those who may already have one, join us as we go over seasonal desert tortoise behavior, creating a backyard habitat, and care. For our virtual workshops, we use Zoom. You will need to download the Zoom app on your computer or phone if you do not already have it.
Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81593402506
Meeting ID: 815 9340 2506

Online Desert Tortoise Backyard Habitat and Care Workshop
2020-05-04 18:00 - 19:00 | NV
For anyone interested in getting a desert tortoise or for those who may already have one, join us as we go over seasonal desert tortoise behavior, creating a backyard habitat, and care. For our virtual workshops, we use Zoom. You will need to download the Zoom app on your computer or phone if you do not already have it.

Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84807476324
Meeting ID: 848 0747 6324

Online Desert Tortoise Backyard Habitat and Care Workshop
2020-05-09 14:00 - 15:00 | NV
For anyone interested in getting a desert tortoise or for those who may already have one, join us as we go over seasonal desert tortoise behavior, creating a backyard habitat, and care. For our virtual workshops, we use Zoom. You will need to download the Zoom app on your computer or phone if you do not already have it.

Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84538206089
Meeting ID: 845 3820 6089

Online Desert Tortoise Backyard Habitat and Care Workshop
2020-05-14 11:00 - 12:00, 2020-05-18 13:00 - 14:00, 2020-05-19 18:00 - 19:00 | NV
For anyone interested in getting a desert tortoise or for those who may already have one, join us as we go over seasonal desert tortoise behavior, creating a backyard habitat, and care. For our virtual workshops, we use Zoom. You will need to download the Zoom app on your computer or phone if you do not already have it.

Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3103261410
Meeting ID: 310 326 1410

Online Desert Tortoise Workshop
2020-05-25 13:00 - 14:00, 2020-05-26 18:00 - 19:00, 2020-06-04 17:30 - 18:30, 2020-06-08 17:30 - 18:30, 2020-06-14 13:00 - 14:00, 2020-08-01 09:00 - 10:00, 2020-08-11 19:00 - 20:00, 2020-09-10 19:00 - 20:00 and 1 more date | NV

Desert Tortoise Earth Day at Tules Springs Fossil Beds National Monument
2021-04-22 17:00 - 19:00 | NV
Aliante Parkway Kiosk,
Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument (N. Aliante Pkwy & W. Moonlight Falls Ave)

Tortoise Group is partnering with Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument and other agencies this Earth Day! Come join us to learn about the natural history and biology of the desert tortoise. You will be able to view desert tortoise fossil replicas, learn about threats to the desert tortoise and observe a live desert tortoise. This event will take place outside, socially distanced, and masked. If you are unable to attend in-person, check out Tortoise Group’s Facebook GoLive of the event!

Online Desert Tortoise Adoption Workshop
2021-05-08 09:00 - 10:00 | NV
This session is required for anyone interested in adopting a desert tortoise or for those who may already have one. Join us as we go over seasonal desert tortoise behavior, creating a backyard habitat, and care. For our virtual workshops, we use Zoom. You will need to download the Zoom app on your computer or phone if you do not already have it.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3103261410
Meeting ID: 310 326 1410

Online Desert Tortoise Adoption Workshop
2021-07-18 09:00 - 10:00 | NV
This session is required for anyone interested in getting a desert tortoise or for those who may already have one. Join us as we cover seasonal desert tortoise behavior, creating a backyard habitat, and tortoise care. For our virtual workshops, we use Zoom. You will need to download the Zoom app on your computer or phone if you do not already have it.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3103261410
Meeting ID: 310 326 1410

Online Desert Tortoise Adoption Workshop
2021-09-12 09:00 - 10:00 | NV
This session is a requirement for anyone interested in getting a desert tortoise or for those who may already have one. Join us as we cover seasonal desert tortoise behavior, creating a backyard habitat, and tortoise care. For our virtual workshops, we use Zoom. You will need to download the Zoom app on your computer or phone if you do not already have it.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3103261410
Meeting ID: 310 326 1410

ROaDs App Training for Identifying Tortoise Sign and Raven Monitoring
2022-10-02 09:00 - 12:00 | NV
Kick off #DesertTortoiseWeek early by hiking and exploring with Tortoise Group!

Join us for our in-person ROaDs App Training for Identifying Tortoise Sign and Raven Monitoring event. During this event you’ll learn how to become a citizen scientist and collect data using our ROaDS app.

At 9am on October 9th, meet Tortoise Group at Jean/Roach Dry Lake Bed (Knight Ranch Rd/Las Vegas Blvd intersection, just south of the Seven Magic Mountains).

We’ll be showing how to identify different types of tortoise sign, as well as, how to monitor ravens and other signs of predation until noon! To get prepared, follow this link to learn how to download the app and get started familiarizing yourself with ROaDS: https://tortoisegroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/ROaDS_Public-Road-Warriors-App.pdf
Come prepared with a charged phone, sturdy walking shoes, sun protection, and lots of water! We’ll see you on Sunday!

Prerecorded Online Desert Tortoise Adoption Workshop
2024-02-01 - 2027-03-31 | NV
Before you begin preparing your habitat and burrow for a Mojave Tortoise, you MUST watch the following presentation. After watching this video, residents of Southern Nevada should contact CharlesBorn@tortoisegroup.org with any questions and to work with him on the approval and adoption process. Residents of Northern Nevada should also contact Charles at the email above for specific requirements for the colder climate and details on the adoption process for your region.
Adoption Presentation
PDF of Above Presentation

Tortoise Group General Meeting
2024-03-30 10:00 - 11:00 | Big Brothers Big Sisters Office, 624 S. 10th St., Las Vegas, NV, 89101, United States
Join us as we discuss spring seasonal behavior and tortoise tips! This meeting will be hybrid, so you can the option to attend in person or join us virtually! The in-person meeting will be held at our office inside Big Brothers Big Sisters (624 S. 10th St. Las Vegas NV 89101).
To join us virtually for the General Meeting, you will need to download the Zoom app on your phone or computer.
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https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3103261410
Meeting ID: 310 326 1410
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Tortoise Group General Meeting
2024-05-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Big Brothers Big Sisters Office, 624 S. 10th St., Las Vegas, NV, 89101, United States
Join us as we discuss seasonal behavior and tortoise tips! This meeting will be hybrid, so you have the option to attend in person or join us virtually! The in-person meeting will be held at our office inside Big Brothers Big Sisters (624 S. 10th St. Las Vegas NV 89101).
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