Sea Turtle, Inc. is a not-for-profit corporation inspired by the dedication of its founder, Ila Loetscher. Its sole support is public donations which are used for the upkeep of the sea turtles housed at the facility. That includes food, medications, heaters, filters, water and electricity. Donations also support Sea Turtle, Inc.’s educational programs, including outreach programs.

Sea Turtle, Inc. awards scholarships to University level biology students. Each summer there is an internship programs for currently enrolled or recently graduated college students in the biological sciences. Donations help to fund both of these student opportunities.

Additionally, Sea Turtle, Inc. helps support sea turtle projects such as the Kemp’s ridley project (a joint U.S./Mexico project to preserve the only known nesting site of this species). Sea Turtle, Inc. and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife fund the U.S. portion of the Kemp’s ridley project.

Sea Turtle, Inc. is open to the general public year round. A key part of our mission is to educate the public about sea turtles. We offer educational talks to any size group, ranging from individual families to large groups. Special arrangements should be made for large groups. We can accommodate any age group, from pre-K through adults! For more information on our programs please refer to the “Turtle Talks” section of the website.

Sea Turtle, Inc. is open to visitors on Tuesday - Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.