Tortoise Group

Online Desert Tortoise Workshop
2020-09-10 19:00 - 20:00, 2020-09-20 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
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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Desert Tortoise Earth Day at Tules Springs Fossil Beds National Monument
2021-04-22 17:00 - 19:00
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
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.
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Online Desert Tortoise Adoption Workshop
2021-07-18 09:00 - 10:00
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.
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Online Desert Tortoise Adoption Workshop
2021-09-12 09:00 - 10:00
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.
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ROaDs App Training for Identifying Tortoise Sign and Raven Monitoring
2022-10-02 09:00 - 12:00
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
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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Tortoise Group General Meeting
2024-05-04 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-06-01 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-08-24 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-09-28 10:00 - 11:00 | 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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Tortoise Group General Meeting
2024-07-27 10:00 - 11:00 | 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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Microchipping and Wellness Clinic
2024-08-17 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-09-07 10:00 - 14:00 | Skyview Terrace, 6565 Spencer St. Suite 209, Las Vegas, 89119, United States
Bring your pet tortoise for a free wellness check and microchip!
Tortoise Group will welcome walk-ins upon availability. Priority will be given to scheduled appointments.
Schedule your appointment at https://tortoisegroup.setmore.com
The clinic will be held at:
6565 Spencer St Suite 209
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(Main signage says Skyview Terrace)
There are two dates at the same location available. Please be sure to note what date you are booking an appointment for. If you need to cancel an appointment at any point, please email info@tortoisegroup.org.
Please ensure you are able to bring your tortoise into the clinic by collecting them the day prior and keeping them in a bin/ guest bathroom/ laundry room overnight. Tortoises may be transported in a box or a bin to the clinic, keeping in mind they often will void when being transported. Tortoises are to remain in their transport bins/boxes at the clinic to limit disease from tortoise to tortoise.
Microchips are administered by request to tortoises of appropriate size (~8″ in shell length). Tortoises under this size are still able to receive a wellness exam.

Saving Mojave Tortoises at Mojave Brewing Company
2024-11-02 16:00 - 20:00 | Mojave Brewing Company, 107 S. Water St., Henderson, NV
Meet the desert icons in-person, Mojave Desert Tortoises at this family event! Learn about their hardcore lifestyle and how it’s under threat, talk to the fine folks from the Tortoise Group about tortoise adoption in Nevada, and peruse a selection of Desert Tortoise Council merchandise. And for the whole month of November, for every Exit 23 Pale Ale you purchase, Mojave Brewing will give $1 dollar to support the work of the Desert Tortoise Council and the Tortoise Group for tortoises right here in southern Nevada! See you there!

The mission of the Desert Tortoise Council is to assure the perpetual survival of viable populations of desert tortoises throughout their historical ranges.

Mojave Brewing is located at 107 S. Water Street in Henderson, Nevada’s beautiful, historic Water Street District, but you can also find Mojave beer and hard cider on tap and in cans at many of Southern Nevada’s restaurants, bars and grocery stores.

Tortoise Group is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has been educating and advocating for the protection and well-being of the Desert Tortoise since 1982.

Desert Tortoise Burrow Build Workshop at Cactus Joe's Pt. 1
2025-03-08 09:00 - 12:00 | Cactus Joe’s, 12740 Blue Diamond Rd, Las Vegas, NV, 89161
The workshop will start will a brief overview of the process. We will go through the process step by step. Viewers are welcome to participate in any part of the process. Model version will also be supplied to show the process on a smaller scale for those who may not be able to attend the event from start to finish.

Closed-toe shoes/outside attire is necessary for those who would like to actively participate past observing.

* Assembling the burrow frame* Burrow digging and frame placement* Covering the burrow with chat/dirt

*** Native plants from Desert Love (Native plants non-profit) will be on display and available.

Desert Tortoise Edible Native Plants Workshop at Cactus Joe's Pt 2
2025-03-22 09:00 - 12:00 | Cactus Joe’s, 12740 Blue Diamond Rd, Las Vegas, NV, 89161
This workshop will go over feeding behavior for desert tortoises and diet of edible desert tortoise plants focused around native plants. Tortoise Group has always recommended the use of native plants when possible because it is part of the desert tortoise’s natural diet. Desert Love will be speaking about the care of native plants. Attendees will be welcome to join us in planting native plants in the area of the future desert tortoise habitat. Native plants from Desert Love will be on display and available. If you plan to participate with the planting, please come prepared with outdoor work clothes/ closed-toe shoes.

Volunteer Training Workshop
2025-03-22 14:00 - 15:30 | Big Brothers Big Sisters Office, 624 S. 10th St., Las Vegas, NV, 89101, United States
Tortoise Group’s Volunteer Training Workshop is designed to give every Tortoise Group volunteer background knowledge on desert tortoise biology, backyard habitat, and care, the law, and upcoming volunteer opportunities for 2025! This training is mandatory for new volunteers who have not attended a Volunteer Workshop in the past. The workshop will be recorded and posted for volunteers not able to join the live event.
This year’s workshop will be hybrid with the option to attend in-person or join us virtually (Zoom link below)!
If you will be attending in person, we will be hosting the workshop at Big Brothers Big Sisters’ office. There is limited seating available- please RSVP on Eventbrite using the link below if you would like to attend in person.
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Executive Director- Job Description
2025-04-26
Job Title: Executive Director
Organization: Tortoise Group
Reports to: Board of Directors
Salary Range: $55,000- $60,000 + stipend for benefits

Since 1982, Tortoise Group, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, has been educating and advocating for the protection and well-being of the desert tortoise as its mission. Tortoise Group focuses on managing the pet desert tortoise population in Nevada, education and outreach surrounding the desert tortoise, and partnering with other agencies on conservation projects serving wild desert tortoise populations. The Mojave desert tortoise is listed as ‘threatened’ under the Endangered Species Act. Because of its listing, desert tortoises are considered wildlife that belong to the people of Nevada. Tortoise Group is recognized as the only agency legally allowed to adopt desert tortoises to custodians within the state of Nevada.

Summary
The Executive Director is responsible for working closely with the board of directors to successfully implement Tortoise Group’s mission. The Executive Director is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the organization’s operations, including program delivery, fundraising, financial management, staff/volunteer supervision, strategic planning and cultivating donor relationships.

Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Vision:
Articulate the organization’s mission and vision, guiding strategic direction and setting goals in collaboration with the board of directors.
Fundraising and Development:
Actively manage all fundraising efforts including identifying potential donors, grant writing, donor cultivation, and stewardship, often taking a hands-on approach to solicit donations.
Financial Management:
Develop and oversee the organization’s budget, ensuring financial stability and compliance with regulations.
Program Implementation:
Manage program operations, ensuring quality delivery of services and achieving program goals, demonstrate an understanding of the life of the desert tortoise.
Staff Supervision:
Lead and motivate a small team, including hiring, performance management, and staff development.
Community Engagement:
Build relationships with community partners, stakeholders, and potential donors to raise awareness and support for the organization.
Board Relations:
Collaborate closely with the board of directors, providing regular updates on operations and financial performance, and seeking their guidance on strategic decisions.
Marketing and Communications:
Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote the organization’s programs and services, including managing the organization’s online presence.
Compliance and Reporting:
Ensure adherence to all legal and regulatory requirements, including filing necessary and timely reports with relevant agencies.
Ideal Candidate Skills:
– Strong passion for the organization’s mission
– Nonprofit and fundraising experience
– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
– Budget management and financial reporting
– Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
– Project management and organizational skills
– Knowledge of nonprofit regulations and compliance
– Adaptable and resourceful
Qualifications:
– Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business, biology or animal sciences, or related field
– 3-5 years of experience in a leadership role

If interested, please submit your resume to: info@tortoisegroup.org
