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SUMMARY:Dried Flower Workshop hosted by Echo Rock Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Winter Ornament Workshop \nCelebrate the season with a festive and creative Winter Ornament Workshop! Join Echo Rock Flowers for a cozy afternoon in our conference room\, surrounded by the warmth of holiday cheer\, as we craft unique ornaments using our beautiful dried flowers. This workshop is the perfect way to make heartfelt gifts for loved ones or to create something special for your own holiday decorations. \nClick Here for More Info & to Sign Up! \nStephanie is generously donating 10% of all workshop proceeds to support the Westerly Land Trust and our mission to conserve open space\, revitalize significant properties\, and provide environmental programs for the enduring benefit of our community! 
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/dried-flower-workshop-with-echo-rock-flowers/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Rd\, Westerly\, RI 02891\, USA
CATEGORIES:WLT Partner Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T193000
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SUMMARY:Valentine Trellis Class with Plants by the Village
DESCRIPTION:Join the Westerly Land Trust and Plants by the Village to make a unique heart-shaped Valentine Trellis!\n\n\n\nCelebrate Valentine’s season with a hands-on Heart Trellis Planting Class\, where creativity meets community 🌿❤️ \nIn this guided workshop\, you’ll plant a String of Hearts and train it to grow along a heart-shaped trellis—a beautiful living piece that’s perfect for your home or as a meaningful gift. The heart trellis is pre-made and included in the class; your focus will be planting\, wrapping\, and styling your plant for long-term growth. \nThis class is relaxed and beginner-friendly\, with step-by-step instruction and all materials provided. You’ll leave with a planted and styled String of Hearts ready to thrive. \nGiving Back:\nOf the $65 class fee\, $10 from each ticket will be donated to the Westerly Land Trust to support the preservation of local open spaces and natural habitats. \nCreate something lovely\, enjoy a cozy creative experience\, and support a wonderful local cause—all in the spirit of Valentine’s Day. \n💝 Ticket Price: $65\n🌱 Includes: String of Hearts plant\, heart-shaped trellis\, planting materials\, instructions\, and a $10 donation to Westerly Land Trust \n\nCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP!
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/valentine-trellis-class-with-plants-by-the-village/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:WLT Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T120000
DTSTAMP:20260614T113338
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T202538Z
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SUMMARY:A Celebration of Red-Wings
DESCRIPTION: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.\nThis immersive experience combines real-time wildlife observation with engaging mini-talks about: \n\nThe ecological importance of freshwater marshes\nHow marsh habitats support our Wild & Scenic rivers\nThe significance of Red-Winged Blackbirds as indicators of healthy wetlands\n\nWhat to Know \n\nRegistration is required; spots are limited.\nThis event is no cost thanks to the Wood-Pawcatuck Wild & Scenic Stewardship Council\nParking is available on site at 449 Westerly Bradford Road\nRestrooms are available on site\nEvent is rain or shine\, dress for the weather\nAll abilities and ages welcome\n\nWhat to Bring \n\nLawn chair\nBinoculars\nCamera\, if you have one and would like to take photos\n\nMeet Your Guides \n\nBruce 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.\nSue 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.\nTripod-mounted optics will be available for comfortable extended viewing.\n\nStay In Touch \n\nNot a Westerly Land Trust member and would like to be? CLICK HERE.\nFollow us on Instagram and Facebook\n\n 
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/a-celebration-of-red-wings/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event Hikes,WLT Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T160000
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CREATED:20260226T155612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T190436Z
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SUMMARY:Is a River Alive Book Club
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with Westerly Library & Wilcox Park and in celebration of Earth Day\, please join us to discuss the book “Is a River Alive?”.\n\n\nIn partnership with Westerly Library & Wilcox Park\, and in celebration of Earth Day\, join us for a discussion of Robert Macfarlane’s book Is A River Alive? \nThe Library has generously donated copies of the book for the first 10 participants. If you’re interested in a copy\, please email Erika at elebling@westerlylandtrust.org. You can also check out a copy through the consortium with your library card. \nFor the day of the event\, come prepared to discuss the book\, then we’ll all go for a hike through the woods of Riverwood Preserve. \nThings to Know \n\nThis event is NO COST\nNot a WLT member yet\, but would like to be? CLICK HERE.\nOuthouses are located at the trailhead\n\nContact Erika with any questions — elebling@westerlylandtrust.org
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/is-a-river-alive-book-club/
LOCATION:Riverwood Preserve\, 5 Boy Scout Drive\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:WLT Partner Events
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CREATED:20260204T210615Z
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SUMMARY:For the Love of Trees: An Arbor Day Celebration with Westerly Library and Wilcox Park
DESCRIPTION:Westerly Library and Wilcox Park joined by The Westerly Friends Meeting and The Westerly Land Trust that present an Arbor Day celebration featuring music and entertainment with Frank Pendola and John Roarke. Deirdre O’Connor of the Westerly Land Trust will describe the programs and events families can participate in. She will also speak about how the Westerly Land Trust is helping the tree canopy of Westerly. Poetry reading by Mark Diekmann. Arborist\, Ashley Ravo\, will share how to care for our trees. \nCookies provided by the Westerly Friends Meeting. Entertainment in the Auditorium from 10 am-12 pm followed by a ceremonial tree planting in Wilcox Park from 12 pm-12:30 pm. \nChildren ages 6-10 are encouraged to join in the fun. \nTake a tree home and do your part to increase our tree canopy! Free tree saplings will be given away in the park. \nClick Here to Sign Up\n\n\n\nPlease note:\n\nWesterly Library & Wilcox Park staff often take photos and recordings during programs and events\, which may be used in publicity and marketing. If you do not wish to have your photo used\, please contact a Westerly Library & Wilcox Park staff member to let us know and we will make every effort to honor that request.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/for-the-love-of-trees-an-arbor-day-celebration-with-westerly-library-and-wilcox-park/
LOCATION:Westerly Library and Wilcox Park\, Auditorium\, 44 Broad Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:WLT Partner Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T140000
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CREATED:20260420T192355Z
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SUMMARY:Clean-Up Crews & Brews 2026
DESCRIPTION:Help us clean-up our community and then celebrate with a tasty pint at Grey Sail Brewing Company of RI.\n\n\nThis year\, The Westerly Land Trust and The Greater North End Community Development Corporation are teaming up to expand our Earth Day–inspired community trash pick-up. \nVolunteers will help clean up areas in and around Westerly Land Trust properties\, as well as the historic North End. After the clean-up\, everyone will gather back at the Canal Street parking lot at 1:30 PM to consolidate trash\, which will be transported to the dump the following day\, weighed\, and reported back to all participants. \nAs a thank-you for your efforts\, participants will receive a token to enjoy a complimentary beverage of their choice at Grey Sail Brewing Company of Rhode Island. Please note\, token must be used on day of the cleanup. \nWe will head to Grey Sail around 2:00 PM where Geoff Kaufman will be playing live music and Crews & Brews participants will have a chance to win a gift card to Jonnycake Center of Westerly\, where you can find almost everything – vintage and new! \nMany thanks to Grey Sail Brewing Company of Rhode Island for hosting our clean-up crews and to Jonncake Center of Westerly for their gift card donation. Vetrano’s Wood Fired Pizza will be open for purchase. \nThings to Know \n\nRegistration is required to help us determine how many preserves we will be able to tackle with our crews!\nWe will all meet in the parking lot at 14 Canal Street at 11:30 AM\, then disperse into our cleanup crews from there.\nWe will meet back at Canal Street Parking at 1:30 PM and head to Grey Sail around 2:00 PM to keep the fun going.\nWe recommend comfy shoes\, and you may consider wearing long sleeves.\nPlease bring gloves\, buckets\, and trash pickers if you have them– we’ll share what we have.\nWear solid daylight fluorescent orange above the waist and visible in all directions – we will bring some extra vests if needed
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/clean-up-crews-brews-2026/
LOCATION:14 Canal St\, 14 Canal Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event Hikes,WLT Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T130000
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CREATED:20260423T174300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T190431Z
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SUMMARY:Grow Your Own - The Cutting Garden Workshop hosted by Echo Rock Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Imagine stepping outside to your own garden\, snips in hand\, and cutting a bouquet of fresh\, vibrant blooms for your home. In this workshop\, you’ll learn how to create and care for a manageable cut flower patch filled with stunning flowers that bloom all season long. \nJoin Echo Rock Flowers for a hands-on gardening workshop designed to educate and inspire. You’ll be amazed with what you can grow in such a small area! We will guide you through the process of creating your very own cutting garden – from seed to vase. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out\, this workshop will leave you equipped and excited to grow your own patch of beauty at home. \nClick HERE for more information and to sign up for the workshop. \nStephanie is generously donating 10% of all workshop proceeds to support the Westerly Land Trust and our mission to conserve open space\, revitalize significant properties\, and provide environmental programs for the enduring benefit of our community!  \nStephanie Bennett is the proud owner and operator of Echo Rock Flowers in Westerly\, RI. She has been growing specialty cut flowers for retail markets since 2019 and works hard to offer fresh\, unique\, and sustainably-grown local flowers to her customers. Her operation began in the garden at the Barlow Nature Preserve and she has since expanded and continues to grow. \nHer operation is seasonal\, running primarily from April until October. She offers bouquet subscriptions (Spring\, Summer\, and Dahlia) that sell out every year with people on the waitlist! You can also find her whimsical farm bouquets at Sandy’s Fine Food Emporium\, William Wright & Co.\, The Cheese Corner\, and the Farm Stand at Barlow. Follow along on Instagram @echo_rock_flowers or visit her website at www.echorockflowers.com \n 
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/grow-your-own-the-cutting-garden-workshop-by-echo-rock-flowers/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Rd\, Westerly\, RI 02891\, USA
CATEGORIES:WLT Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T140000
DTSTAMP:20260614T113338
CREATED:20260302T192752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T192752Z
UID:10004920-1779008400-1779026400@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:42nd Annual Garden Market Fair
DESCRIPTION:Please join Westerly Library and Wilcox Park for their 42nd Annual Garden Market Fair! Make sure to stop by Westerly Land Trust’s table to say hi and learn more about us!\nWander through Wilcox Park to find everything from annuals\, perennials\, trees\, shrubs\, organic vegetables\, herbs\, and accessories for purchase as well as tables with community nonprofit organizations\, food\, and music with The Westerly Band. Don’t forget to visit with the alpacas! \nFor inquiries or vendor opportunities\, please contact Park Superintendent Alan Peck at x334 or apeck@westerlylibrary.org. \nPlease see below for an up-to-date list of participating vendors and community organizations! \nPlant and Nature: \n\nBerry Island Dahlias\nBerry Island Soap Company\nEarth Essence Herbals\nGrowing Hope Farm\nHallene Farm\n\nNonprofits: \n\nDenison Pequotsepos Nature Center\nLiteracy Volunteers of Washington County\nRI Resource Recovery Corporation (RIRRC) – Composting & vermicomposting\nThe Westerly Band\nWesterly Land Trust\nWesterly Village-The Village Common RI\n\nFood: \n\nWesterly High School Culinary Team\n\n\n\nPlease note:\n\n\n\nWesterly Library & Wilcox Park staff often take photos and recordings during programs and events\, which may be used in publicity and marketing. If you do not wish to have your photo used\, please contact a staff member to let us know and we will make every effort to honor that request.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/42nd-annual-garden-market-fair/
LOCATION:westerly library and wilcox park\, 44 Broad Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:WLT Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T130000
DTSTAMP:20260614T113338
CREATED:20260519T190204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T190956Z
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SUMMARY:NEMBA Adventure Series: Woody Hill Fun Ride
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Rhode Island NEMBA \nPlease note: This event is hosted by our partners at Rhode Island NEMBA in and around Westerly Land Trust preserves. All inquiries\, registration\, and proceeds go directly to RI NEMBA. \n\n\n\nOverview \nIt’s Summertime and the living is easy! Come live out the dog days at Woody Hill for 3 fantastic\, easy to follow\, arrowed loops for all skill levels. Woody Hill showcases some of the best hand-built trails in New England! \nRegistration \n\n\n\nPreregistration is strongly encouraged. This event sells out every year. \nClick HERE to register and learn more information about the event.\nSchedule \n\nRegistration/Check in 9:00AM\nArrows down: 1:00 PM\n\n\n\n\n\nContact:\nRhode Island NEMBA at rhodeisland@nemba.org
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/nemba-adventure-series-woody-hill-fun-ride/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:WLT Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T193000
DTSTAMP:20260614T113338
CREATED:20260423T194110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T194306Z
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SUMMARY:Date Night Picnic hosted by Echo Rock Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Join Echo Rock Flowers for a magical date night amongst the flowers! \nClick Here for More Info & to Sign Up! \nIf you’re looking for a unique date night – a quiet escape where you can connect with your loved one – then keep reading. \nImagine this: you come to the farm and upon entering\, you are offered a cold drink and your own picnic basket that has already been lovingly filled with tasty treats. You take in the beauty around as you choose your own table amongst the rows of flowers. At your table is a pre-picked bucket of flowers\, 2 vases\, and simple directions on how to make your own arrangement. Together you work on creating your floral designs as you sip your libation\, snack on light refreshments and enjoy the serenity of the farm in the glow of a Summer evening. \nYour Date Night includes: \n\n1 drink per person (for 21+ your options include IPA\, Light Lager\, Rosé or white wine)\nInfused-water station & seltzers for nonalcoholic options\n2 Vases + Flowers for you to design with and take home. If you are a couple and/or family\, perhaps you keep one arrangements at home and give the other away. If you are friends joining us\, then you each get your own!\nRefreshments for 2 packed in a picnic basket (*basket not included to take home\, allergies accommodated – please list during checkout). Options include\, but are not limited to – a charcuterie box\, fresh fruit and veggies\, croissants with whipped butter and a couple of sweet treats.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/date-night-picnic-hosted-by-echo-rock-flowers/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Rd\, Westerly\, RI 02891\, USA
CATEGORIES:WLT Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T193000
DTSTAMP:20260614T113338
CREATED:20260423T194347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T194347Z
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SUMMARY:Date Night Picnic hosted by Echo Rock Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Join Echo Rock Flowers for a magical date night amongst the flowers! \nClick Here for More Info & to Sign Up! \nIf you’re looking for a unique date night – a quiet escape where you can connect with your loved one – then keep reading. \nImagine this: you come to the farm and upon entering\, you are offered a cold drink and your own picnic basket that has already been lovingly filled with tasty treats. You take in the beauty around as you choose your own table amongst the rows of flowers. At your table is a pre-picked bucket of flowers\, 2 vases\, and simple directions on how to make your own arrangement. Together you work on creating your floral designs as you sip your libation\, snack on light refreshments and enjoy the serenity of the farm in the glow of a Summer evening. \nYour Date Night includes: \n\n1 drink per person (for 21+ your options include IPA\, Light Lager\, Rosé or white wine)\nInfused-water station & seltzers for nonalcoholic options\n2 Vases + Flowers for you to design with and take home. If you are a couple and/or family\, perhaps you keep one arrangements at home and give the other away. If you are friends joining us\, then you each get your own!\nRefreshments for 2 packed in a picnic basket (*basket not included to take home\, allergies accommodated – please list during checkout). Options include\, but are not limited to – a charcuterie box\, fresh fruit and veggies\, croissants with whipped butter and a couple of sweet treats.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/date-night-picnic-hosted-by-echo-rock-flowers-2/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Rd\, Westerly\, RI 02891\, USA
CATEGORIES:WLT Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T193000
DTSTAMP:20260614T113338
CREATED:20260423T194446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T194526Z
UID:10004939-1786816800-1786822200@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Date Night Picnic hosted by Echo Rock Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Join Echo Rock Flowers for a magical date night amongst the flowers! \nClick Here for More Info & to Sign Up! \nIf you’re looking for a unique date night – a quiet escape where you can connect with your loved one – then keep reading. \nImagine this: you come to the farm and upon entering\, you are offered a cold drink and your own picnic basket that has already been lovingly filled with tasty treats. You take in the beauty around as you choose your own table amongst the rows of flowers. At your table is a pre-picked bucket of flowers\, 2 vases\, and simple directions on how to make your own arrangement. Together you work on creating your floral designs as you sip your libation\, snack on light refreshments and enjoy the serenity of the farm in the glow of a Summer evening. \nYour Date Night includes: \n\n1 drink per person (for 21+ your options include IPA\, Light Lager\, Rosé or white wine)\nInfused-water station & seltzers for nonalcoholic options\n2 Vases + Flowers for you to design with and take home. If you are a couple and/or family\, perhaps you keep one arrangements at home and give the other away. If you are friends joining us\, then you each get your own!\nRefreshments for 2 packed in a picnic basket (*basket not included to take home\, allergies accommodated – please list during checkout). Options include\, but are not limited to – a charcuterie box\, fresh fruit and veggies\, croissants with whipped butter and a couple of sweet treats.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/date-night-picnic-hosted-by-echo-rock-flowers-3/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Rd\, Westerly\, RI 02891\, USA
CATEGORIES:WLT Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T163000
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SUMMARY:Summer Bounty Floral Design Workshop hosted by Echo Rock Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the height of the growing season with an immersive\, hands-on floral design experience set right in the fields of Echo Rock Flowers \nIn this workshop\, guests will learn the fundamentals of garden-inspired floral design while creating a lush\, seasonal centerpiece using flowers harvested at their absolute peak. We’ll begin with a design demonstration covering color balance\, movement\, mechanics\, and how to work with the natural shapes of summer blooms. From there\, you’ll begin your own creative design as you enjoy light refreshments and the company of fellow enthusiasts. \nThis workshop is perfect for flower lovers of all experience levels – whether you’re brand new to floral design or simply want to slow down and create with beautiful\, locally grown flowers. \nClick HERE for more information and to sign up for the workshop. \nStephanie is generously donating 10% of all workshop proceeds to support the Westerly Land Trust and our mission to conserve open space\, revitalize significant properties\, and provide environmental programs for the enduring benefit of our community!  \nStephanie Bennett is the proud owner and operator of Echo Rock Flowers in Westerly\, RI. She has been growing specialty cut flowers for retail markets since 2019 and works hard to offer fresh\, unique\, and sustainably-grown local flowers to her customers. Her operation began in the garden at the Barlow Nature Preserve and she has since expanded and continues to grow. \nHer operation is seasonal\, running primarily from April until October. She offers bouquet subscriptions (Spring\, Summer\, and Dahlia) that sell out every year with people on the waitlist! You can also find her whimsical farm bouquets at Sandy’s Fine Food Emporium\, William Wright & Co.\, The Cheese Corner\, and the Farm Stand at Barlow. Follow along on Instagram @echo_rock_flowers or visit her website at www.echorockflowers.com \n 
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/summer-bounty-floral-design-workshop-hosted-by-echo-rock-flowers/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Rd\, Westerly\, RI 02891\, USA
CATEGORIES:WLT Partner Events
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SUMMARY:Date Night Picnic hosted by Echo Rock Flowers (Dahlia focus)
DESCRIPTION:Join Echo Rock Flowers for a magical date night amongst the flowers! \nClick Here for More Info & to Sign Up! \nIf you’re looking for a unique date night – a quiet escape where you can connect with your loved one – then keep reading. \nImagine this: you come to the farm and upon entering\, you are offered a cold drink and your own picnic basket that has already been lovingly filled with tasty treats. You take in the beauty around as you choose your own table amongst the rows of flowers. At your table is a pre-picked bucket of flowers\, 2 vases\, and simple directions on how to make your own arrangement. Together you work on creating your floral designs as you sip your libation\, snack on light refreshments and enjoy the serenity of the farm in the glow of a Summer evening. \nYour Date Night includes: \n\n1 drink per person (for 21+ your options include IPA\, Light Lager\, Rosé or white wine)\nInfused-water station & seltzers for nonalcoholic options\n2 Vases + Flowers for you to design with and take home. If you are a couple and/or family\, perhaps you keep one arrangements at home and give the other away. If you are friends joining us\, then you each get your own!\nRefreshments for 2 packed in a picnic basket (*basket not included to take home\, allergies accommodated – please list during checkout). Options include\, but are not limited to – a charcuterie box\, fresh fruit and veggies\, croissants with whipped butter and a couple of sweet treats.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/date-night-picnic-hosted-by-echo-rock-flowers-dahlia-focus/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Rd\, Westerly\, RI 02891\, USA
CATEGORIES:WLT Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T193000
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SUMMARY:Date Night Picnic hosted by Echo Rock Flowers (Dahlia focus)
DESCRIPTION:Join Echo Rock Flowers for a magical date night amongst the flowers! \nClick Here for More Info & to Sign Up! \nIf you’re looking for a unique date night – a quiet escape where you can connect with your loved one – then keep reading. \nImagine this: you come to the farm and upon entering\, you are offered a cold drink and your own picnic basket that has already been lovingly filled with tasty treats. You take in the beauty around as you choose your own table amongst the rows of flowers. At your table is a pre-picked bucket of flowers\, 2 vases\, and simple directions on how to make your own arrangement. Together you work on creating your floral designs as you sip your libation\, snack on light refreshments and enjoy the serenity of the farm in the glow of a Summer evening. \nYour Date Night includes: \n\n1 drink per person (for 21+ your options include IPA\, Light Lager\, Rosé or white wine)\nInfused-water station & seltzers for nonalcoholic options\n2 Vases + Flowers for you to design with and take home. If you are a couple and/or family\, perhaps you keep one arrangements at home and give the other away. If you are friends joining us\, then you each get your own!\nRefreshments for 2 packed in a picnic basket (*basket not included to take home\, allergies accommodated – please list during checkout). Options include\, but are not limited to – a charcuterie box\, fresh fruit and veggies\, croissants with whipped butter and a couple of sweet treats.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/date-night-picnic-hosted-by-echo-rock-flowers-dahlia-focus-2/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Rd\, Westerly\, RI 02891\, USA
CATEGORIES:WLT Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T170000
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SUMMARY:WTAC Grills Trail Race 10K and 10M
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Westerly Track & Athletic Club\, with a special thank-you to the Westerly and Hopkinton Land Trust for allowing us to host on their properties.\nLocation: Grills Preserve\, 198 Bowling Lane\, Bradford\, RI \nStart times:\n9:00am:  Check-in and bib pick-up opens\n10:00am:  10M and 10K races start \nRace cut-off time:  Out of respect for volunteers’ time\, our cutoff for the 10-mile course is 2 hours 30 minutes (15 minute/mile pace).  Beyond this time\, we do not have a guarantee of support\, recording a finishing time\, food\, etc.  If you have not reached the half-way water stop by 11:30am\, we ask that you turn around and follow the dirt road road back one mile to the start.\nWalkers are welcome at all of our events; HOWEVER\, in consideration of our volunteers’ time\, we respectfully ask walkers to choose the shorter 10K course. \nRace format:  Mass simultaneous start for both 10-Mile and 10K start.  Course split at 1-mile.  Not providing race shirts will keep our costs (and yours) lower.  We will use our own timing instead of professional chip timing.  This will keep the race logistics easier and less expensive\, and accordingly\, your entry fees will also be LOW! \nLocation:  Both courses start and finish at Grills Preserve\, Westerly. \nCourse Description:  Both courses showcase Grills Preserve in Westerly\, and the 10-Mile course also features beautiful trails\, bridges\, and riverfront in the Grills Wildlife Sanctuary in Hopkinton.  The course is a mix of about 80% single-track and 20% double-track. \nRequirement: Each participant and volunteer must wear at least 200 square inches of orange.  Anyone not wearing orange will not be allowed to race per State of RI DEM mandate.\nEntry fees:\n– Early  registration (up to Oct 4):  $23 adults\, $18 age 18 and under\n– Regular registration (Oct 5 – 23):  $30 adults\, $25 age 18 and under\n– Race day registration (Oct 24):  $35 adults\, $30 age 18 and under \n$5 discount to all WTAC members; $2 to all Mohegan Striders \nAwards:\nAwards to overall M/F finishers\, plus top 1 in each M/F age group:\n19 and under\, 20-39\, 40-49\, 50-59\, 60-69\, 70-79\, 80+\nNote awards will be low cost and more of a fun nature. \nFood (including pizza truck) and refreshments are served post-race for participants.  Strollers and dogs prohibited on the course. \nFor more info\, contact info@westerlytrackclub.org or (401) 447-1879 .
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/wtac-grills-trail-race-10k-and-10m/
LOCATION:Grills Preserve\, 198 Bowling Lane\, Westerly\, RI\, 02808\, United States
CATEGORIES:WLT Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261101T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261101T153000
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SUMMARY:The Dahlia Workshop hosted by Echo Rock Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Dig\, Divide\, and Store: An End-of-Season Dahlia Workshop \nImagine stepping into the world of Dahlia care with confidence and skill! This November\, join Echo Rock Flowers for a hands-on workshop dedicated to preparing your Dahlias for the winter and ensuring they thrive next season. This is the perfect opportunity to learn how to care for your Dahlia tubers at the end of their growing season. \nClick HERE for more information and to sign up for the workshop. \nStephanie is generously donating 10% of all workshop proceeds to support the Westerly Land Trust and our mission to conserve open space\, revitalize significant properties\, and provide environmental programs for the enduring benefit of our community!  \nStephanie Bennett is the proud owner and operator of Echo Rock Flowers in Westerly\, RI. She has been growing specialty cut flowers for retail markets since 2019 and works hard to offer fresh\, unique\, and sustainably-grown local flowers to her customers. Her operation began in the garden at the Barlow Nature Preserve and she has since expanded and continues to grow. \nHer operation is seasonal\, running primarily from April until October. She offers bouquet subscriptions (Spring\, Summer\, and Dahlia) that sell out every year with people on the waitlist! You can also find her whimsical farm bouquets at Sandy’s Fine Food Emporium\, William Wright & Co.\, The Cheese Corner\, and the Farm Stand at Barlow. Follow along on Instagram @echo_rock_flowers or visit her website at www.echorockflowers.com \n 
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/the-dahlia-workshop-hosted-by-echo-rock-flowers/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Rd\, Westerly\, RI 02891\, USA
CATEGORIES:WLT Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261129T150000
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SUMMARY:Dried Flower Workshop hosted by Echo Rock Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Winter Ornament Workshop \nCelebrate the season with a festive and creative Winter Ornament Workshop! Join Echo Rock Flowers for a cozy afternoon in our conference room\, surrounded by the warmth of holiday cheer\, as we craft unique ornaments using our beautiful dried flowers. This workshop is the perfect way to make heartfelt gifts for loved ones or to create something special for your own holiday decorations. \nEnjoy the holiday spirit with Christmas music\, warm cider\, and cookies while you craft. Stations will be set up with all the materials you need to create three stunning ornaments\, including thick wire\, dried flowers\, ribbon\, hot glue guns\, and scissors. Each participant will also receive a labeled to-go box to neatly carry their ornaments home. \nClick HERE for more information and to sign up for the workshop. \nStephanie is generously donating 10% of all workshop proceeds to support the Westerly Land Trust and our mission to conserve open space\, revitalize significant properties\, and provide environmental programs for the enduring benefit of our community!  \nStephanie Bennett is the proud owner and operator of Echo Rock Flowers in Westerly\, RI. She has been growing specialty cut flowers for retail markets since 2019 and works hard to offer fresh\, unique\, and sustainably-grown local flowers to her customers. Her operation began in the garden at the Barlow Nature Preserve and she has since expanded and continues to grow. \nHer operation is seasonal\, running primarily from April until October. She offers bouquet subscriptions (Spring\, Summer\, and Dahlia) that sell out every year with people on the waitlist! You can also find her whimsical farm bouquets at Sandy’s Fine Food Emporium\, William Wright & Co.\, The Cheese Corner\, and the Farm Stand at Barlow. Follow along on Instagram @echo_rock_flowers or visit her website at www.echorockflowers.com \n 
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/dried-flower-workshop-hosted-by-echo-rock-flowers/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Rd\, Westerly\, RI 02891\, USA
CATEGORIES:WLT Partner Events
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