Shenendoah Golf Club

Unlike other turtles, Snapping Turtles cannot retract into their shells for protection. They rely instead on their large head, powerful jaw and hooked beak for defense. Being fierce predators, they seek frogs, snakes, birds, salamanders and fish, usually at night. Crossing the fairway to the marsh area on the left, these turtles have been known to snap at humans if encountered. Safe distance is suggested.