# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Wildlife Buddies: Turtles!
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 25 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am – Fri, 25 Sep, 2026 at 11:00 am (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Bring your toddlers and preschoolers out to meet other families during Blandford Nature Center’s Wildlife Buddies! We will explore different themes related to our Wildlife Ambassador Animals. This program will include a story and touchable learning materials, an activity, or a craft. Please come prepared for a short guided hike where your toddler can explore the theme of the day. Weather permitting, we will end in our Nature Nook for self-guided free play. Dress for the weather! Upon arrival, please check in at the front desk of the Visitor Center and our staff will let you know where the program is starting. 

Cost:
Non-Member Child (ages 1 ): $10
Non-Member Adult: $5
Member Child (ages 1 ): $5
Member Adult: Free
Children 0-12 Months: Free

Note: This program is designed for children ages 1-4 and their caregivers. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Older children are welcome but should be prepared for the slower pace of this program. Children under 12 months are free, but registration is required for all participants, including adults and infants. Pre-registration is required. Online registration closes at noon the day before the program. If the program sells out, you may complete your online registration to be added to the waitlist. We will contact you if spots become available. This program will take place indoors and outdoors. Please dress for the weather. In the event of severe weather, this program will be cancelled, and participants will be notified of their refund options. 

Cancellation Policy: Cancellation requests received at least 7 days before the scheduled program are eligible for a 50% refund of the total registration cost, not including the credit card processing fee. Due to administration costs, full refunds are not available. Cancellation requests received within 7 days of a program are not eligible for a refund. Please come prepared for the elements as refunds are not available for weather-related conditions except in the case of severe weather. If Blandford cancels a program due to severe weather, you will have two options: transfer your registration to the reschedule date or donate your registration fee. In the event we are unable to reschedule the program, full refunds will be available. All community programs will have a registrant minimum. If the minimum is not met, you will be contacted by Blandford Nature Center and notified of your refund options.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/grand-rapids/wildlife-buddies-turtles/200030639051435
- **Event Categories**: Nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Grand Rapids
- **state**: MI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1715 Hillburn Ave. NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, Michigan 49504
- **lat**: 42.99466
- **long**: -85.73913
- **full address**: 1715 Hillburn Ave. NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, Michigan 49504

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Wildlife Buddies: Turtles! being held?
  - **A:** Wildlife Buddies: Turtles! takes place on Fri, 25 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am to Fri, 25 Sep, 2026 at 11:00 am at 1715 Hillburn Ave. NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, Michigan 49504.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Wildlife Buddies: Turtles!?
  - **A:** Wildlife Buddies: Turtles! is organized by Blandford Nature Center.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Blandford Nature Center's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Blandford Nature Center a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Blandford Nature Center has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.

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