This month, let’s wander slowly and mindfully, and keep aware of turtles! During this time of year, female turtles leave their home ponds, wetlands, and lakes to make their nests and lay their eggs.

FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo. — Motorists on Fort Leonard Wood may feel like they are dodging more turtles than normal lately, and that is because in spring and early summer, the cold-blooded creatures are ...