The Westerly Land Trust

Litter Critters: Springbrook (Grades 3-4)
2022-11-10 15:45 - 17:15 (America/New_York) | Grills Preserve, 198 Bowling Lane, Westerly, RI, 02808, United States
Living Laboratories for Springbrook Elementary School Grades 3-4

Litter is toxic to our environment yet it is all around us. Plastic and other debris that end up in our environment don’t just go away, but with your help, we can contribute to a cleaner future! Join our litter critter team and discover the life cycle of litter, the impacts it has on our Earth, and how you can make a difference.
Program is FREE thanks to a partnership with WPS.
Bus transportation available to and from program.

Litter Critters: State Street (Grades K-2)
2022-11-17 15:45 - 17:15 | Grills Preserve, 198 Bowling Lane, Westerly, RI, 02808, United States
Living Laboratories for State Street Elementary School Grades K-2

Litter is toxic to our environment yet it is all around us. Plastic and other debris that end up in our environment don’t just go away, but with your help, we can contribute to a cleaner future! Join our litter critter team and discover the life cycle of litter, the impacts it has on our Earth, and how you can make a difference.
Program is FREE thanks to a partnership with WPS.
Bus transportation available to and from program.

Pollinator Lab Meet and Greet
2022-11-17 17:30 - 19:30 | Barlow Nature Preserve, 449 Westerly Bradford Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Part research symposium, part happy hour, part honey tasting… how could this not be fun?

Get to know the students and faculty that makeup Providence College’s Pollinator Lab. Led by Dr. Rachael Bonoan, the Pollinator Lab does fascinating research on local pollinator biodiversity, population trends, resiliency, and more. Dr. B and each of her students will present their latest research projects, field questions, and share the newest pollinator science. You will learn about both what we know and don’t know about our pollinator species, the problems threatening them, and some potential solutions!
The Pollinator Lab has been an excellent partner to WLT, helping build our understanding of insect biodiversity on our properties, educate the public and inspire our youth. Check out ABC’s coverage of this past summer’s Pollinator Safari! We are excited to once again be teaming up for this fun event!
So join us at Barlow Nature Preserve. Parking is available in the main parking lot, with overflow parking in the field behind the outbuildings to the east (up the farm road).
To learn more about the Providence College Pollinator Lab, be sure to check out their website, providencepollinators.com. And don’t miss this awesome bumblebee identification guide and photo collection of pollinators found on WLT preserves, both made by Dr. Bonoan’s Lab in collaboration with WLT!
T﻿his event is geared towards adults and high school students.
Free for members, $10 for non-members. Become a member here.

Litter Critters: State Street (Grades 3-4)
2022-11-18 15:45 - 17:15 | Grills Preserve, 198 Bowling Lane, Westerly, RI, 02808, United States
Living Laboratories for State Street Elementary School Grades 3-4

Litter is toxic to our environment yet it is all around us. Plastic and other debris that end up in our environment don’t just go away, but with your help, we can contribute to a cleaner future! Join our litter critter team and discover the life cycle of litter, the impacts it has on our Earth, and how you can make a difference.
Program is FREE thanks to a partnership with WPS.
Bus transportation available to and from program.

Beginner Beekeeping Workshop
2023-01-10 17:30 - 19:30 | Barlow Nature Preserve, 449 Westerly Bradford Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Learn what the buzz is about with beekeeping and how you can get started today.

Interested in becoming a beekeeper and harvesting your own honey, but not sure where to get started? Join Cail Calder of Westerbee honey, aka “The Beeman” , to learn the basics of beekeeping, while enjoying honey themed refreshments at Barlow Nature Preserve. Getting started with beekeeping can be intimidating which is why we are partnering with Cail who brings not only a wealth of knowledge but makes learning about beekeeping fun, enjoyable, and light hearted.
Cail started his beekeeping journey at just 7 years old and his passion still rings true. Cail and his wife Sheryl recently moved to the area and founded Westerbee. Cail will walk you through how to start your own hive and how to keep them alive! There will be time at the end to address questions. Workshop is $25.00 per person which Cail generously pledged to donate to WLT.
Interested in learning more about Cail, check him and his unique honey products out HERE.
Parking is available in the main parking lot, with overflow parking in the field behind the outbuildings to the east (up the farm road).
Workshop is geared towards adults and high school students.

Birds Over Break
2023-02-21 10:00 - 11:30 | Barlow Nature Preserve, 449 Westerly Bradford Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Spend a day during Westerly Public School’s February break discovering the life of a bird with WLT educators.

Soar into a bird’s life and explore why their beaks are so important, especially when it comes to finding food during the winter.
This event is FREE and open to youth.
Parent/ guardian is required to accompany their student at the event. This is a great opportunity to adventure together!

Nifty Navigators: Springbrook (Grades K-2)
2023-03-15 15:45 - 17:15 | Barlow Nature Preserve, 449 Westerly Bradford Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Living Laboratories for Springbrook Elementary School Grades K-2

Knowing where you are going is the first step. Getting to your destination is next. Navigation skills are important for finding your way around and keeping yourself safe. Learn how to use a compass and navigate your way to treasure with WLT educators.
Program is FREE thanks to a partnership with WPS.
Bus transportation available to and from program.

Nifty Navigators: Springbrook (Grades 3-4)
2023-03-16 15:45 - 17:15 | Barlow Nature Preserve, 449 Westerly Bradford Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Living Laboratories for Springbrook Elementary School Grades 3-4

Knowing where you are going is the first step. Getting to your destination is next. Navigation skills are important for finding your way around and keeping yourself safe. Learn how to use a compass and navigate your way to treasure with WLT educators.
Program is FREE thanks to a partnership with WPS.
Bus transportation available to and from program.

Nifty Navigators: Dunn's Corners (Grades K-2)
2023-03-22 15:45 - 17:15 | Barlow Nature Preserve, 449 Westerly Bradford Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Living Laboratories for Dunn’s Corners Elementary School Grades K-2

Knowing where you are going is the first step. Getting to your destination is next. Navigation skills are important for finding your way around and keeping yourself safe. Learn how to use a compass and navigate your way to treasure with WLT educators.
Program is FREE thanks to a partnership with WPS.
Bus transportation available to and from program.

Nifty Navigators: Dunn's Corners (Grades 3-4)
2023-03-23 14:30 - 16:00 | Barlow Nature Preserve, 449 Westerly Bradford Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Living Laboratories for Dunn’s Corners Elementary School Grades 3-4

Knowing where you are going is the first step. Getting to your destination is next. Navigation skills are important for finding your way around and keeping yourself safe. Learn how to use a compass and navigate your way to treasure with WLT educators.
Program is FREE thanks to a partnership with WPS.
Bus transportation available to and from program.
