I saw this western painted turtle trying to cross the road towards a water channel at Ridgefield. Being a turtle, it was taking its own sweet time making it across and I was concerned it might find itself in the path of a birder watching the trees more than the road. I got out and helped it across but the turtle wasn’t too appreciative of my aid, pulling tightly into its shell and refusing to come out and play. I took a few pictures and hopped back into the car so we could each continue safely on our way.