About Turtle Bay Exploration Park
Turtle Bay Exploration Park is a fun, non-profit 300-acre gathering place featuring the Sundial Bridge, a museum, forestry & wildlife center, arboretum, and botanical gardens.
At the gateway to the Sacramento River Trails, Turtle Bay celebrates far Northern California as part of the world we share.
Mission Statement
To inspire wonder, exploration, and appreciation of our world.
Vision
We envision Turtle Bay as a vibrant gathering place where our community is strengthened through education, cultural engagement, & economic growth.
Park Reference Sheet
Our Values
Playfulness, Real World Experiences, Interdisciplinary, Community, Lifelong Learning, Integrity, Sustainability
Playfulness
Learning is easier when it’s fun and interactive and incorporates that spirit of enjoyment, healthy movement and activity when appropriate.
Real World Experiences
Learning is enhanced through interaction with living and non-living collections and this special place along the river we call home.
Interdisciplinary
Learning is enhanced when we recognize connections between art, history, & sciences.
Community
We strive to make our park accessible & affordable, base our offerings on relevant community needs & feedback, & value our many community partnerships which make us stronger.
Lifelong Learning
The pursuit of knowledge & the joy of learning is important at every age. We aim to give both children & adults the opportunity to learn in a safe environment.
Integrity
We accomplish our goals with honesty and transparency, seeking excellence in service.
Sustainability
We strive to be the best stewards we can be of natural and cultural resources, protecting them for generations to come.
Turtle Bay Exploration Park is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization.
EIN# 68-0236299