Most people are taught the important skill of looking both ways before crossing the street at a young age. Unfortunately, turtles didn’t get the memo. It’s up to humans to protect them (and other wildlife) as they cross roads to return to their nesting sites. 

Audubon is offering wildlife crossing yard signs to encourage motorists to slow down and is providing tips for the public on how to help turtles cross roads safely. In neighborhoods near ponds or wetlands, or in areas where wildlife like turtles, frogs, or salamanders are known to cross roads, placing a wildlife crossing sign in the yard during the months of May, June, August, and September can make a difference. 

Note: Signs must be ordered in advance through the Audubon website for $10. They will be available for pick-up at either Audubon Headquarters (12 Sanderson Road in Smithfield) or the Nature Center and Aquarium (1401 Hope Street in Bristol).