Lazy Tortoise Ranch
Wildlife Refuge, a 501(c)3
We have three goals:
1. Purchase land and restore habitats that benefit biodiversity and sequester carbon.
2. Provide recreational education opportunities for donors.
3. Find more land to buy and preserve.
Buy Our Carbon Offset Credits
100% of Proceeds Go To Retire Our Mortgage and Restore the Lands Biodiversity.
The 328-acre expanse of the Lazy Tortoise Ranch initially intended as a luxury RV resort, has seen a significant shift in purpose. Now, under the stewardship of the Lazy Tortoise Ranch Wildlife Refuge, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, this land is devoted to ecological restoration. Efforts are concentrated on reviving natural habitats, enhancing plant and animal biodiversity, and fostering carbon sequestration. Camping is still available, but in a more fundamental and environmentally-sensitive manner, exclusively for contributors. The ranch’s landscape has transformed, featuring nature trails and river walks, departing from its original, more developed design. Funds to retire the mortgage and pay for the habitat restoration come from donations, selling artwork donated by RIVEN, selling high-quality voluntary carbon credits, and limited camping.
Donate Once and Camp for a Lifetime. Select to camp each year for a week, a month, 6 months, or the entire year. 320 acres of nature preserve with only 44 exclusive campsites surrounded by nature. 4 miles of nature trails and creek walks. Barbeque pavilion, laundry, and showers. 2 miles from boat ramps and walking distance to 95,000 acres of the Big Bend Wildlife Management Area. Spaces provided for Park Models and Tiny Homes.
Featured Attractions
The ranch is located at 3733 Strickland Landing Drive, 14 miles south of Perry, Florida, and 10 miles north of Keaton Beach, Taylor County. It is 2 miles from boat ramps and the Gulf of Mexico. It is within walking distance of the 95,000 acres of the Big Bend Wildlife Management Area. Spring Warrior Creek cuts through the refuge providing opportunities to hike in areas where native Americans lived for thousands of years and curious wildlife watch as you walk by.
Geologic Park
Limestone Formations with relic springs and sinkholes popping out of the ground along the banks of the Spring Warrior Creek invite the curious to explore and ponder the paleo-environment that existed here millions of years ago, as well as the native tribes that occupied this land for 14,000 years until European explorers arrived.
Lazy Tortoise Bat Houses
There are 13 bat species that live in Florida. They need safe dependable shelter. We need them because they almost eat their weight, every night, in mosquitos, flies, moths, and many other flying insects. Then when they fly around the wildlife refuge they spread their waste that provides natural fertilizers which benefits the plant life that feeds hundreds of other animal species. You can help by donating to build up to 6 bat houses that will help colonies grow in the ranch.
“The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.” ― Mahatma Gandhi
Why We Care?
At the Lazy Tortoise Ranch, we are deeply committed to environmental conservation. Our focus is on creating a refuge for diverse flora and fauna and addressing the broader issue of climate change. By actively engaging in carbon sequestration, our efforts contribute to combating the rapid climate changes caused by fossil fuel emissions. This initiative is crucial, as the future of humanity and the planet’s diverse life forms depends on immediate and effective action to mitigate these environmental challenges.
QUESTIONS?
Contact Steve@LazyTortoiseRanch.com