Temporary Holding Stations

When dropping off a turtle

Please remember the following!

1. the temporary holding station must be open, if it is closed you must keep the turtle until a location opens the following day

2. you must provide the exact location you found the turtle or it will have to be euthanized

3. fill out the online intake form

Not in the Kingston / Napanee area?

Call the Turtle Taxi service offered by the Ontario Turtle Conservation Centre in Peterborough 705-741-5000.

Found a turtle after hours?

If you find a turtle after 6 pm most temporary holding stations and rehab centres will be closed for the evening and you will need keep the turtle over night - dropping them off the following day.

If you must keep the turtle overnight please do as follows:

1. place it in a well-ventilated container with a lid

2. find a quiet, cool, dark place to store the turtle over night

3. do NOT provide the turtle any food or water

4. ensure all pets and people stay away from the turtle

You can place a towel in the container under the turtle but ensure the towel is dry. This can provide them a little comfort but is not required.