Using Nest Map & Location Pins

Using the Nest Map

We map turtle nesting data across all parks using Our Data Indigenous, a free digital tool for Indigenous communities and organizations interested in gathering, analyzing, and archiving their own data. The Turtle Protectors Nest Map is linked on Volunteer Central.

The nest map is only for volunteer use, please do not share this map with people outside of Turtle Protectors.

We use the following labels to help identify nests:

• Nest protector number (NP#): Every active nest is given a unique number for the year it was laid. Look for a round metal tag hanging from the nest protector mesh screen to help you identify the nest. 

• Unnumbered nests: Unnumbered nests are usually Red-eared Slider nests that were recently logged. We log these nests and then hide them as quickly as possible from the Nest Map. 

• Type of Turtle: When you click on a numbered nest on the Nest Map, it will display information about the nesting, including the species of the turtle relative, which volunteers logged the nest, and any accompanying photos or videos.

Using Map/Location Pins

We use location pins (also called “map pins” or “dropping a pin”) to help communicate our location, as well as the location of turtle activity in the parks. 

How to create a Google Maps pin on mobile:

• Open Google Maps: Launch the app on your phone.

• Find Location: Pinch the screen or zoom in as close as possible to your specific location. 

• Create the pin: Tap and hold the spot on the map for 2-3 seconds until it creates the pin.📍

• Share the pin: The address or GPS coordinates will appear at the bottom of the screen. You can select options like Directions, Save, or Share.