Welcome to the Sacramento Turtle and Tortoise Club

Felice Rood founded the Sacramento Turtle and Tortoise Club in April of 1981, and at its peak had nearly 1,000 members. Felice passed away in October of 2021. Felice produced and published one of the earliest videos on the care of turtles and tortoises in captivity. These videos are available on her YouTube channel.

The Club was relaunched in 2025 and is now a registered non-profit organization. The focus is education, rescue, and support. Felice taught generations of keepers how to care for these fragile creatures with patience and common sense. Today, every adoption, every educational event, and every rescued turtle is a direct continuation of her extraordinary legacy. She remains our guiding light, reminding us of the profound difference one dedicated person can make.

Join our Facebook group for conversations on caring for turtles and tortoises in captivity.