Are you looking for a unique gift that combines the magic of Hilton Head Island with wildlife conservation? Consider adopting a loggerhead sea turtle nest through the Coastal Discovery Museum. This meaningful experience allows you to participate in protecting one of the island's most beloved seasonal visitors while creating lasting memories for your loved ones.
Believe it or not, adopting a sea turtle nest on Hilton Head Island is a lot easier than it sounds. The team at Beach Properties of Hilton Head is here to tell you how it works, and why this makes for such a great and unique gift.
Sea Turtles on Hilton Head Island
Each year, between May and October, loggerhead sea turtles make their way onto Hilton Head's pristine beaches to lay their eggs. These creatures, weighing several hundred pounds, carefully dig their nests and deposit around 120 eggs before returning to the Atlantic. Approximately 60 days later, tiny hatchlings emerge and make their determined journey to the ocean, continuing the cycle.
Adopting a Sea Turtle Nest
When you adopt a nest, you help support the Coastal Discovery Museum’s educational programs and inspire others to care for Hilton Head’s ecosystems. It will also allow you and your loved ones to enjoy an immersive experience throughout the nesting season. Starting at just $25, adoption packages include a personal nest assignment, allowing gift recipients to form a unique connection with their specific nest on Hilton Head's shores. Throughout the season, they'll receive engaging email updates about sea turtle activities and conservation efforts on the island.
The program offers three levels of involvement:
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Nest Protector ($25): Includes nest assignment, updates, custom report, adoption certificate, and turtle sticker
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Nest Protector Plus ($50): Adds a limited edition nest protector t-shirt
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Nest Protector Pro ($75): Includes all previous items plus an adorable turtle plush
For families who regularly vacation on Hilton Head, this gift creates an exciting reason to return and check on "their" turtle nest's progress. It's also an excellent opportunity to teach children about wildlife conservation and the delicate coastal ecosystem that makes our island so special.
Get Involved in Sea Turtle Nesting Season
You can experience the incredible sea turtle nesting season for yourself when you book a trip to Hilton Head Island. Beach Properties of Hilton Head offers a wide range of luxurious vacation rentals, including locations along the island's pristine beaches – the same shores where these magnificent creatures nest. Browse our Hilton Head lodging options online, or call 800-671-5155 for assistance from one of our reservationists.