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Introduce your toddler to coastal nature with Loggerhead Marinelife Center’s Little Naturalists program, featuring play, stories, and a gentle hike along Juno Dunes Trail.
1 hour
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Introduce your toddler to coastal nature with Loggerhead Marinelife Center’s Little Naturalists program, featuring play, stories, and a gentle hike along Juno Dunes Trail.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for toddlers and adults with minimal physical demands; gentle walking on mostly flat terrain.
Wildlife
History
Loggerhead Marinelife Center has been a leading sea turtle rehabilitation and conservation site since its founding in 1983.
Conservation
The program promotes respect for local habitats and marine life, encouraging families to engage in sustainable outdoor recreation.
Loggerhead Marinelife Center
Introduce your toddler to coastal nature with Loggerhead Marinelife Center’s Little Naturalists program, featuring play, stories, and a gentle hike along Juno Dunes Trail.
Loggerhead Marinelife Center in Juno Beach, Florida, operates a sea turtle hospital, rescue, and rehabilitation facility focused on sea turtle conservation. The center offers a range of visitor experiences including private and public guided tours, early-access tours of the outdoor hospital, audio self-guided tours, evening guided tours, and interactive Ocean Discovery Shows led by teaching scientists. Visitors can purchase One Day Passes to access exhibits and live sea turtles, join Guided Turtle Walks to learn about nesting, attend Hatchling Release events, or book the WILD in the Palm Beaches half-day wildlife tour.
Each program provides educational interpretation about rescue, rehabilitation, and release processes, with guides and staff sharing patient stories and conservation context. The outdoor sea turtle hospital allows guests to observe current patients and learn about veterinary care and recovery milestones during guided visits. Discovery Shows and hands-on presentations highlight local sea turtles, sharks, and coral reefs to connect audiences with coastal ecosystems.
Tours are available in multiple formats to suit different schedules and interests, from self-guided audio tours to intimate private guided experiences. Evening programs add the opportunity to observe nocturnal turtle behaviors like nesting and hatchling release. Every visit supports conservation efforts through admission and donations. Loggerhead Marinelife Center combines public education, animal care, and coastal conservation outreach to create meaningful marine wildlife experiences for visitors of all ages. Programs accommodate families, school groups, and individual visitors, offering accessible learning opportunities, scheduled tours, special events, and community outreach initiatives that support regional conservation education and engagement programs.
Location
Juno Beach, FL
Located in Juno Beach, Florida
Tours Offered
11
Guided and self-guided options
Sea Turtle Hospital
Outdoor hospital
See current patients up close
Educational Shows
Ocean Discovery Shows
Interactive presentations by scientists
Reserve a guided tour, One Day Pass, or evening program to meet rehabilitated turtles, support conservation, and explore Juno Beach marine life.
Dress for Florida Sun
Bring hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen as much of the Little Naturalist activities occur outdoors with limited shade.
Hydration is Key
Carry a filled water bottle to keep young explorers hydrated during the hour-long program.
Prepare for Uneven Terrain
The Juno Dunes Trail features sandy and natural surfaces—sturdy closed-toe shoes are recommended for kids and adults alike.
Arrive Early
Arriving a few minutes before start time helps families settle in and ensures a smooth, relaxed experience for young children.
Sun Hat
Protects young explorers from intense Florida sun exposure during the hike and activities.
summer
Water Bottle
Keeping hydrated is critical during outdoor learning sessions in any season.
Closed-Toe Shoes
Enables safe walking over uneven trail sections and through natural dune environments.
Light Jacket
Provides comfort during cooler mornings and evenings for young children.
winter