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Orenda Wildlife Land Trust

Our Mission is to Preserve and Protect Open Space for Wildlife Habitat, Fresh Air, and Water Quality in Sanctuaries on Cape Cod and throughout Massachusetts.

Non-Profit Land Trust based on Cape Cod protecting habitat for wildlife for over 25 years for Cape Cod, Southern New England and Western New England.

05/31/2026

Conservation in Action! 🐢

Today marked a special milestone as three diamondback terrapin hatchlings that overwintered and were rehabilitated at the Cape Wildlife Center were released at our “Turtle Garden” sanctuary in West Barnstable.

A heartfelt thank you to the entire Cape Wildlife Center team for the expert care that helped give these young terrapins a strong start before returning to their natural habitat.

This release is a powerful reminder of what conservation partnerships can accomplish and the impact of dedicated wildlife rehabilitation and stewardship efforts.

Terrapin nesting season begins in June, and there are many ways to make a difference. From monitoring nesting areas and protecting nests to supporting education and conservation efforts, community involvement plays a critical role in helping these remarkable turtles thrive.

Visit our website to learn more about becoming a Terrapin Guardian and supporting local wildlife conservation: https://orendalandtrust.org/become-a-terrapin-guardian-join-our-2026-protection-team/

05/29/2026

We are so grateful for the seniors from Sturgis Charter Public School who spent Wednesday volunteering to help prepare our Turtle Garden sanctuary for diamondback terrapin nesting season! 🐢

From clearing and organizing the space to readying habitat areas for the months ahead, their hard work and dedication made a meaningful impact on this important conservation effort.

With nesting season beginning in June, the Turtle Garden is ready thanks to these incredible students and our community volunteers.

Visit our website to learn more about our mission and volunteer opportunities: https://orendalandtrust.org/become-a-terrapin-guardian-join-our-2026-protection-team/

https://orendalandtrust.org/nurture-the-trust/volunteer-your-talents/

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05/18/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who joined our recent Terrapin Guardians trainings - both our returning volunteers and the many new faces stepping up to help protect Diamondback Terrapins this season!

We’re incredibly grateful for the time, energy, and enthusiasm this community brings each year. From habitat management to nest protection and public education, our Terrapin Guardians play a vital role in helping these incredible turtles thrive.

We’re excited for another meaningful season ahead and look forward to working together to make a difference for local wildlife and habitat conservation.

Interested in getting involved? We’ll be hosting an additional volunteer training in June - date to be announced soon - so stay tuned for more details!

Learn more and volunteer: https://orendalandtrust.org/nurture-the-trust/diamond-terrapin-protection-program/

05/14/2026

The countdown to terrapin season is on - and there’s still room to join our 2026 Diamondback Terrapin Protection Team! 🐢

Our next volunteer training will take place this Saturday, May 16 at 1 PM at our "Turtle Garden" sanctuary in West Barnstable, and we’d love to welcome you to the team.

Each season, our volunteer Terrapin Guardians help monitor nesting activity, protect vulnerable nests, collect important field observations, and support the long-term conservation of diamondback terrapins along Cape Cod. This training will introduce volunteers to the basics of terrapin behavior, sanctuary monitoring, and field protocols in a supportive, hands-on environment.

Whether you’re completely new or returning for another season, this is a great opportunity to get involved directly in local wildlife conservation. No prior experience is required.

We’re still accepting volunteers, so if you’ve been thinking about participating, now is the perfect time to join us for training this Saturday!

Please email [email protected] to sign up for Saturday's session.

Learn more about our program here: https://orendalandtrust.org/nurture-the-trust/diamond-terrapin-protection-program/

We’re looking forward to another meaningful season of protecting terrapins together!

05/08/2026

The 2026 Diamondback Terrapin Protection season is almost here - and there’s still time to join the team! 🐢

We’re looking forward to welcoming both new and returning volunteers at our upcoming training sessions tomorrow and next Saturday at our Turtle Garden sanctuary in West Barnstable.

If you’ve been thinking about getting involved, this is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about terrapin nesting behavior, monitoring protocols, and how our volunteer "Terrapin Guardians" help protect nests throughout the season. No prior experience is necessary - just a willingness to learn and support local wildlife conservation.

We are still actively welcoming volunteers, so if you haven’t signed up yet, there’s still time to join us!

Learn more and sign up:
https://orendalandtrust.org/nurture-the-trust/diamond-terrapin-protection-program/

Together, we can help make this another impactful season for diamondback terrapin conservation!

05/04/2026

A huge thank you to the incredible AmeriCorps Cape Cod crew for their contributions at our Turtle Garden sanctuary in West Barnstable last Friday! 🌿🐢

Brendan, Nina, Evie, and Emma joined us for an afternoon of hands-on conservation, and together we made meaningful progress preparing the habitat for the season ahead. From maintaining and expanding key nesting areas to clearing out root-sprouting oaks and reducing dense ground and canopy cover, their efforts directly support the success of our Diamondback Terrapins.

We’re so grateful for your energy, teamwork, and commitment to conservation. Thank you for collaborating with us and being part of this important work!

https://orendalandtrust.org/americorps-cape-cod-lends-a-hand-at-the-turtle-garden-sanctuary/

04/22/2026

Each spring, diamondback terrapins return quietly to our Terrapin Garden sanctuary - guided by instinct, shaped by tide and time. Here, in these fragile edges of land and water, new life begins.

Through our Terrapin Protection Program, we work to protect these moments - safeguarding nests, supporting hatchlings, and preserving the habitat they depend on.

This Earth Day, we invite you to stand with us in this work.
To protect. To restore. To ensure these rhythms continue.

Learn more and get involved:
https://mailchi.mp/orendalandtrust/orenda-wildlife-land-trust-terrapin-protection-10690819?e=3def764ec8

https://orendalandtrust.org/

04/18/2026

The Terrapin nesting season is right around the corner - and, we’re excited to invite you to be part of our 2026 Diamondback Terrapin Protection Team! 🐢

Through hands-on monitoring and wildlife protection at our Turtle Garden sanctuary in West Barnstable, you’ll play a direct role in safeguarding this season’s nests—helping to identify, mark, map, and protect them. Together, we’ll support the 2026 hatchlings as they make their remarkable journey to the brackish waters of the Barnstable Great Marsh, where they can grow and thrive in the wild.

Curious to learn more about the program and how you can get involved?

Visit: https://orendalandtrust.org/nurture-the-trust/diamond-terrapin-protection-program/

Let’s make this another impactful season for terrapin conservation!

04/14/2026

Happening this Saturday! 🌎

We’re thrilled to join our friends at Native Land Conservancy and Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Natural Resources Department for the Annual Honor the Earth Fair - a day centered on community, connection, and caring for the environment.

This event brings together an inspiring mix of organizations and local vendors working to protect and preserve our region. Stop by to learn more about the work happening around you - including our own mission and initiatives, and how we’re contributing to the stewardship of the lands and waters we all value.

We hope to see you there!

03/28/2026

Sandy Neck Beach Park is a 6.5-mile-long barrier beach system owned and operated by the Town of Barnstable. Its complex and ever-changing landscape supports a rich diversity of plant and animal life.

Join Sandy Neck's Park Manager Nina Coleman at the Cape Wildlife Center for an inside look at the stewardship of this unique coastal environment, including plant and animal ecology, habitat management, and Sandy Neck programs dedicated to endangered species protection and wildlife rescue.

🗓️ Wednesday, April 8
🕚 11 am
📍 4011 Main St, Barnstable, MA 02630
Guest speaker: Nina Coleman, Park Manager at Sandy Neck Beach
🎟️ Free and open to the public!

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Wednesday	10am - 5pm
Thursday	10am - 5pm

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