Insights into the Swallowtail Forest School at the Louisville Nature Center
Swallowtail Forest School and Thrive Forest School together form an alternative to traditional preschools. Both programs in the Louisville area are taught in nature.
Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal
Officials at the Louisville Nature Center recently announced the return of one of the turtles that went missing from the preserve’s outdoor area over the weekend.
A spokesperson for the organization said two young men found Chocolate, a favorite of the center’s staff and students, and returned him Thursday evening. Chocolate must be cared for by human keepers in an enclosure because he cannot fully retreat into his shell or dig a hole for hibernation outdoors to protect himself.
“We are grateful for the community’s response,” said Executive Director Rebecca Minnick.
Authorities are still searching for a second turtle named Jack, who also went missing. Although Jack may be able to protect himself from the harsh conditions outside, the preserve is encouraging his return. Minnick previously told the Courier Journal that they do not plan to press criminal charges and simply want to return the turtles to their home.
Minnick previously told the Courier Journal that both turtles were reported missing Monday morning after staff discovered that a cinder block had been removed from the enclosure, leaving only three of the five turtles kept at the center inside.
Anyone with information on Jack’s whereabouts is asked to contact the center.
Leo Bertucci contributed to this report. Marina Johnson is a breaking and trending news reporter for the Courier Journal. Reach her at [email protected].
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