Note: The above photo features a permanently disabled wild animal who is given sanctuary at NH Turtle Rescue. In return for a safe and enriched captive life, these animals help to educate our community about wildlife and environmental conservation.
Turtles look tough, but they are in trouble. So in 2024, we launched the Turtle Brigade — a dedicated team on a mission to protect New Hampshire turtles from dangerous, human-made threats like busy roads.
On March 21, 2026 we welcomed Dallas Huggins and Drew Stevens, licensed wildlife rehabilitators who founded NH Turtle Rescue for a presentation about all things turtle!
Dallas displays an “ambassador turtle” — a permanently disabled wild animal who receives medical care and sanctuary at NH Turtle Rescue.
Turtle Brigade lead Caelin Graber explained how the program works and invited attendees to get involved.
How You Can Help Turtles
- Go to our Turtle Brigade page and join the Turtle Brigade, report a turtle crossing sighting, or sponsor a turtle crossing.
- Report turtle sightings to NHFG. Go to Reporting NH Reptile and Amphibian Sightings or contact Josh at Joshua.Megyesy@wildlife.nh.gov.
- Advocate for land conservation. Large preserved areas reduce threats like habitat fragmentation, human interaction, and predation from animals like raccoons.
- Get involved with your town’s conservation commission or planning board to ensure turtles and other wildlife are considered in development projects.
- Support better wetland crossings in road construction and seasonal timing for land management to minimize turtle risks.
- Create or enhance nesting habitats. Many turtles lay eggs in residential areas or roadsides, increasing their risk. If you own land, consider adding a sand mound to provide safe nesting spots.
- Take advantage of conservation programs. The NRCS Initiative offers incentives to landowners for habitat improvements and best management practices (BMPs).
