Join us for a Wood-Pawcatuck Wild & Scenic Rivers Stewardship Council event hosted at The Westerly Land Trust Barlow Nature Preserve for a naturalist-guided exploration of a vibrant freshwater marsh habitat, home to nesting Red-winged Blackbirds.
This immersive experience combines real-time wildlife observation with engaging mini-talks about:
- The ecological importance of freshwater marshes
- How marsh habitats support our Wild & Scenic rivers
- The significance of Red-Winged Blackbirds as indicators of healthy wetlands
What to Know
- Registration is required; spots are limited.
- This event is no cost thanks to the Wood-Pawcatuck Wild & Scenic Stewardship Council
- Parking is available on site at 449 Westerly Bradford Road
- Restrooms are available on site
- Event is rain or shine, dress for the weather
- All abilities and ages welcome
What to Bring
- Lawn chair
- Binoculars
- Camera, if you have one and would like to take photos
Meet Your Guides
- Bruce Fellman: A longtime observer, teacher, photographer, and writer of natural history, Bruce brings decades of experience to the field. Residing in North Stonington, his talents come together in his long-running columns for The Westerly Sun.
- Sue Palmer: Although claiming she is retired, Sue is one of Rhode Island’s most energetic birders, and for each of the last six years has recorded over 300 species of birds in Rhode Island alone. Her bird photography has been published nationally. Sue lives in Westerly and brings deep knowledge and enthusiasm to the field.
- Tripod-mounted optics will be available for comfortable extended viewing.
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