Be On the Lookout!

Tiny baby painted turtles like the one here have recently been spotted around the Northwoods. Staff at North Lakeland Discovery Center said these little creatures are about the size of a quarter when they hatch and often overwinter in their nests before emerging in spring. Keep your eyes peeled and if you see a baby turtle in an unsafe place, help it along to a nearby calmer spot; preferably somewhere with a nice water source!