Join Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife for the Tortoise Trot at Rotary Park
Saturday, March 15th, 2025
Race Time 11:30AM
Registration Time 11:00AM
Get ready for a one-of-a-kind race that celebrates Cape Coral’s beloved gopher tortoises! Join Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife (CCFW) for the Tortoise Trot at Rotary Park on Saturday, March 15, 2025. This family-friendly event is all about fun, conservation, and cheering on these amazing creatures as they race to the finish line!
Event Details
📅 Date: Saturday, March 15, 2025
📍 Location: Rotary Park, 5505 Rose Garden Rd, Cape Coral, FL
🕚 Registration: 11:00 AM
🏁 Race Time: 11:30 AM
💰 Cost: FREE!
How It Works
The Tortoise Trot is open to all tortoises under 20 pounds.
Each tortoise must have one handler to guide them to the finish line.
The fastest tortoise wins a special prize!
No need to register in advance—just arrive at 11:00 AM to sign up your tortoise and get ready for the fun.
Why Join the Tortoise Trot?
This event isn’t just about racing—it’s about raising awareness for the gopher tortoise, a threatened species that plays a vital role in our local ecosystem. These incredible creatures dig deep burrows that provide shelter for hundreds of other animals, making them key ecosystem engineers in Southwest Florida.
By participating in the Tortoise Trot, you’re helping to highlight the importance of wildlife conservation while having a blast with fellow nature lovers.
For more details or to register your tortoise, call (239) 549-4606.
Rotary Park Environmental Center
