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SUMMARY:Thursday Hikes: Hoffman Evergreen Preserve\, Stonington\, CT
DESCRIPTION:This is an Avalonia Land Conservancy preserve. The trails offer beautiful scenery of evergreen and hardwood forests.  A restoration project is underway to regenerate new growth and young forest patches where the old forest was dying due to disease drought\, storm and insect damage. Expect to see brush piles of cut tree limbs created for wildlife\, in addition to areas of dense vegetation of re-growing habitat. The area is crisscrossed by old stone walls\, a colonial highway and stone structures of questionable age. Directions from Westerly: CT 2W (toward Norwich\, CT)\, at traffic circle take 3rd exit onto CT 184W\, turn right onto CT 201N (North Stonington Road)\, park on either side of road at trailhead. \nTo sign up\, contact Co-Hike Leaders: Sally Hanson\, (401) 348-9109 (h)\, (401) 932-5295 (c) and email sallyhanson242@gmail.com and Deidre O’Connor\, (860) 287-7281\, and email deirdreo@snet.net \nThursday hikes are FREE. Be sure to wear hiking boots or good walking shoes. If the weather is icy you should bring stabilizers or something for traction. If a lot of snow bring snowshoes. Hikes leave promptly. \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nEnding times are estimated as it difficult to ascertain when it will finish due to number of people\, how fast/slow the hikers walk\, etc.\nPlease sign up with leader so that person will know how many are coming. If no one signs up the leader may not show up.\nInclement weather cancels and if in doubt\, contact leader.\nIf you wish to bring a dog please contact the leader as some properties do not allow them. However\, if a dog is present\, they must be leashed at all times.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/thursday-hikes-hoffman-evergreen-preserve-stonington-ct-3/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Hikes
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DTSTAMP:20260606T071220
CREATED:20230215T163758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T174343Z
UID:10003106-1682589600-1682600400@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Thursday Hikes: Hoffman Evergreen Preserve\, Stonington\, CT
DESCRIPTION:This is an Avalonia Land Conservancy preserve. The trails offer beautiful scenery of evergreen and hardwood forests.  A restoration project is underway to regenerate new growth and young forest patches where the old forest was dying due to disease drought\, storm and insect damage. Expect to see brush piles of cut tree limbs created for wildlife\, in addition to areas of dense vegetation of re-growing habitat. The area is crisscrossed by old stone walls\, a colonial highway and stone structures of questionable age. Directions from Westerly: CT 2W (toward Norwich\, CT)\, at traffic circle take 3rd exit onto CT 184W\, turn right onto CT 201N (North Stonington Road)\, park on either side of road at trailhead. \nTo sign up\, contact Co-Hike Leaders: Sally Hanson\, (401) 348-9109 (h)\, (401) 932-5295 (c) and email sallyhanson242@gmail.com and Deidre O’Connor\, (860) 287-7281\, and email deirdreo@snet.net \nThursday hikes are FREE. Be sure to wear hiking boots or good walking shoes. If the weather is icy you should bring stabilizers or something for traction. If a lot of snow bring snowshoes. Hikes leave promptly. \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nEnding times are estimated as it difficult to ascertain when it will finish due to number of people\, how fast/slow the hikers walk\, etc.\nPlease sign up with leader so that person will know how many are coming. If no one signs up the leader may not show up.\nInclement weather cancels and if in doubt\, contact leader.\nIf you wish to bring a dog please contact the leader as some properties do not allow them. However\, if a dog is present\, they must be leashed at all times.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/thursday-hikes-hoffman-evergreen-preserve-stonington-ct/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T130000
DTSTAMP:20260606T071220
CREATED:20230215T163758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T163758Z
UID:10004223-1682589600-1682600400@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Thursday Hikes: Hoffman Evergreen Preserve\, Stonington\, CT
DESCRIPTION:This is an Avalonia Land Conservancy preserve. The trails offer beautiful scenery of evergreen and hardwood forests.  A restoration project is underway to regenerate new growth and young forest patches where the old forest was dying due to disease drought\, storm and insect damage. Expect to see brush piles of cut tree limbs created for wildlife\, in addition to areas of dense vegetation of re-growing habitat. The area is crisscrossed by old stone walls\, a colonial highway and stone structures of questionable age. Directions from Westerly: CT 2W (toward Norwich\, CT)\, at traffic circle take 3rd exit onto CT 184W\, turn right onto CT 201N (North Stonington Road)\, park on either side of road at trailhead. \nTo sign up\, contact Co-Hike Leaders: Sally Hanson\, (401) 348-9109 (h)\, (401) 932-5295 (c) and email sallyhanson242@gmail.com and Deidre O’Connor\, (860) 287-7281\, and email deirdreo@snet.net \nThursday hikes are FREE. Be sure to wear hiking boots or good walking shoes. If the weather is icy you should bring stabilizers or something for traction. If a lot of snow bring snowshoes. Hikes leave promptly. \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nEnding times are estimated as it difficult to ascertain when it will finish due to number of people\, how fast/slow the hikers walk\, etc.\nPlease sign up with leader so that person will know how many are coming. If no one signs up the leader may not show up.\nInclement weather cancels and if in doubt\, contact leader.\nIf you wish to bring a dog please contact the leader as some properties do not allow them. However\, if a dog is present\, they must be leashed at all times.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/thursday-hikes-hoffman-evergreen-preserve-stonington-ct-2/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230504T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230504T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T071220
CREATED:20230428T161959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T161959Z
UID:10004578-1683194400-1683201600@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Thursday Hike: Crandall Family Preserve\, Westerly
DESCRIPTION:This flat 3-mile walk is through an interesting variety of woods\, which are surrounded by extensive Atlantic White cedar swamp and open peatlands. Highlights include a platform overlooking a beaver lodge and the remnants of an old sawmill. Meet and park in the parking lot on the left prior to the end of Pound Road (do not block the gates)\, which is off Route 91\, Westerly Bradford Road. \nTo sign up\, contact hike leader: Jeff Walker # 401-447-1879. Email: Jeffrey.walker@cox.net  \nThursday hikes are FREE. Be sure to wear hiking boots or good walking shoes. \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nHikes leave promptly.\nEnding times are estimated as it difficult to ascertain when it will finish due to number of people\, how fast/slow the hikers walk\, etc.\nPlease sign up with leader so that person will know how many are coming. If no one signs up the leader may not show up.\nInclement weather cancels and if in doubt\, contact leader.\nIf you wish to bring a dog please contact the leader as some properties do not allow them. However\, if a dog is present\, they must be leashed at all times.\n\nFLUORESCENT ORANGE REQUIREMENTS:\nIn State Management areas everyone is required to wear 200 square inches of solid daylight fluorescent orange from last Thursday in April to the last day in May\, annually.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/thursday-hike-crandall-family-preserve-westerly-2-3/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230504T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230504T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T071220
CREATED:20230428T161959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T162218Z
UID:10003160-1683194400-1683201600@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Thursday Hike: Crandall Family Preserve\, Westerly
DESCRIPTION:This flat 3-mile walk is through an interesting variety of woods\, which are surrounded by extensive Atlantic White cedar swamp and open peatlands. Highlights include a platform overlooking a beaver lodge and the remnants of an old sawmill. Meet and park in the parking lot on the left prior to the end of Pound Road (do not block the gates)\, which is off Route 91\, Westerly Bradford Road. \nTo sign up\, contact hike leader: Jeff Walker # 401-447-1879. Email: Jeffrey.walker@cox.net  \nThursday hikes are FREE. Be sure to wear hiking boots or good walking shoes. \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nHikes leave promptly.\nEnding times are estimated as it difficult to ascertain when it will finish due to number of people\, how fast/slow the hikers walk\, etc.\nPlease sign up with leader so that person will know how many are coming. If no one signs up the leader may not show up.\nInclement weather cancels and if in doubt\, contact leader.\nIf you wish to bring a dog please contact the leader as some properties do not allow them. However\, if a dog is present\, they must be leashed at all times.\n\nFLUORESCENT ORANGE REQUIREMENTS:\nIn State Management areas everyone is required to wear 200 square inches of solid daylight fluorescent orange from last Thursday in April to the last day in May\, annually.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/thursday-hike-crandall-family-preserve-westerly-2/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230504T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230504T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T071220
CREATED:20230428T161959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T161959Z
UID:10004245-1683194400-1683201600@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Thursday Hike: Crandall Family Preserve\, Westerly
DESCRIPTION:This flat 3-mile walk is through an interesting variety of woods\, which are surrounded by extensive Atlantic White cedar swamp and open peatlands. Highlights include a platform overlooking a beaver lodge and the remnants of an old sawmill. Meet and park in the parking lot on the left prior to the end of Pound Road (do not block the gates)\, which is off Route 91\, Westerly Bradford Road. \nTo sign up\, contact hike leader: Jeff Walker # 401-447-1879. Email: Jeffrey.walker@cox.net  \nThursday hikes are FREE. Be sure to wear hiking boots or good walking shoes. \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nHikes leave promptly.\nEnding times are estimated as it difficult to ascertain when it will finish due to number of people\, how fast/slow the hikers walk\, etc.\nPlease sign up with leader so that person will know how many are coming. If no one signs up the leader may not show up.\nInclement weather cancels and if in doubt\, contact leader.\nIf you wish to bring a dog please contact the leader as some properties do not allow them. However\, if a dog is present\, they must be leashed at all times.\n\nFLUORESCENT ORANGE REQUIREMENTS:\nIn State Management areas everyone is required to wear 200 square inches of solid daylight fluorescent orange from last Thursday in April to the last day in May\, annually.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/thursday-hike-crandall-family-preserve-westerly-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230507T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230507T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T071220
CREATED:20230327T135229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230327T135229Z
UID:10004234-1683460800-1683468000@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Bumble Bee ID Walk- RESCHEDULED FOR MAY 7
DESCRIPTION:Join the fun and inspiring Providence Pollinator Lab in a search for bumble bees. This event is perfect for the whole family!\n\n\nWe are excited to learn from the experts and hope you are too! Dr. Rachael Bonoan and her team at the Providence Pollinator Lab will lead this excursion as we search for\, catch\, ID\, and release different bumble bee species. Discover bumble bee springtime habits and hopefully spot some queens as they look for a spot to nest. There is fun for all ages so bring your family\, grab a net\, and start to your adventure! \n\nRegistration required.\nEvent is open to ALL ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult.\nChildren under 12 are FREE.\nEvent is FREE for WLT members and $10 for not-yet-members.\nCLICK HERE to become a member today!\n\nThe Providence Pollinator Lab has teamed up with WLT to measure pollinator biodiversity across WLT properties and has an amazing specimen collection to share with us. To learn more about Rachael and her lab click here.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/bumblebee-id-walk-2/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Thursday Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230507T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230507T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T071220
CREATED:20230327T135229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230327T135229Z
UID:10004567-1683460800-1683468000@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Bumble Bee ID Walk- RESCHEDULED FOR MAY 7
DESCRIPTION:Join the fun and inspiring Providence Pollinator Lab in a search for bumble bees. This event is perfect for the whole family!\n\n\nWe are excited to learn from the experts and hope you are too! Dr. Rachael Bonoan and her team at the Providence Pollinator Lab will lead this excursion as we search for\, catch\, ID\, and release different bumble bee species. Discover bumble bee springtime habits and hopefully spot some queens as they look for a spot to nest. There is fun for all ages so bring your family\, grab a net\, and start to your adventure! \n\nRegistration required.\nEvent is open to ALL ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult.\nChildren under 12 are FREE.\nEvent is FREE for WLT members and $10 for not-yet-members.\nCLICK HERE to become a member today!\n\nThe Providence Pollinator Lab has teamed up with WLT to measure pollinator biodiversity across WLT properties and has an amazing specimen collection to share with us. To learn more about Rachael and her lab click here.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/bumblebee-id-walk-3/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Thursday Hikes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230507T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230507T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T071220
CREATED:20230327T135229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230427T184912Z
UID:10003040-1683460800-1683468000@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Bumble Bee ID Walk- RESCHEDULED FOR MAY 7
DESCRIPTION:Join the fun and inspiring Providence Pollinator Lab in a search for bumble bees. This event is perfect for the whole family!\n\n\nWe are excited to learn from the experts and hope you are too! Dr. Rachael Bonoan and her team at the Providence Pollinator Lab will lead this excursion as we search for\, catch\, ID\, and release different bumble bee species. Discover bumble bee springtime habits and hopefully spot some queens as they look for a spot to nest. There is fun for all ages so bring your family\, grab a net\, and start to your adventure! \n\nRegistration required.\nEvent is open to ALL ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult.\nChildren under 12 are FREE.\nEvent is FREE for WLT members and $10 for not-yet-members.\nCLICK HERE to become a member today!\n\nThe Providence Pollinator Lab has teamed up with WLT to measure pollinator biodiversity across WLT properties and has an amazing specimen collection to share with us. To learn more about Rachael and her lab click here.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/bumblebee-id-walk/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Thursday Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230511T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230511T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T071220
CREATED:20230428T162512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T162512Z
UID:10004579-1683799200-1683806400@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Thursday Hikes: Tucker Woods and Patricia Sprague Forest Preserve\, Charlestown
DESCRIPTION:These 2 small properties are maintained by the Charlestown Conservation Commission. Tucker Woods is 66.5 acres of woodlands with 1.5 miles of mostly flat trails and views\nof a stream. After hiking there we will travel a short distance to Patricia Sprague on Railroad Ave\, off Route 91. Hiking there will also be on flat trails through forests and fields. There will be an option to go down a short hill to view the Pawcatuck River. Meet at Tucker Woods on Route 91 (639 – 719 Alton-Carolina Rd). From Westerly\,\ntake Route 91 North. Parking area is on the right\, just past Jay Cronin Fishing Access. From Route 1 North\, take King’s Factory Rd to Route 91 and turn right. From Route 1 South\, take Route 112 North. Stay on 112 when Route 2 bears right. Take a left onto 91 at K and S Pizza. The parking area will be on the left. \nTo sign up\, contact hike leader: Janice Fifer\, 401-213-6479 Email: jhfifer@verizon.net \nThursday hikes are FREE. Be sure to wear hiking boots or good walking shoes. \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nHikes leave promptly.\nEnding times are estimated as it difficult to ascertain when it will finish due to number of people\, how fast/slow the hikers walk\, etc.\nPlease sign up with leader so that person will know how many are coming. If no one signs up the leader may not show up.\nInclement weather cancels and if in doubt\, contact leader.\nIf you wish to bring a dog please contact the leader as some properties do not allow them. However\, if a dog is present\, they must be leashed at all times.\n\nFLUORESCENT ORANGE REQUIREMENTS:\nIn State Management areas everyone is required to wear 200 square inches of solid daylight fluorescent orange from last Thursday in April to the last day in May\, annually.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/thursday-hikes-tucker-woods-and-patricia-sprague-forest-preserve-charlestown-3/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Hikes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230511T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230511T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T071220
CREATED:20230428T162512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T162522Z
UID:10003161-1683799200-1683806400@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Thursday Hikes: Tucker Woods and Patricia Sprague Forest Preserve\, Charlestown
DESCRIPTION:These 2 small properties are maintained by the Charlestown Conservation Commission. Tucker Woods is 66.5 acres of woodlands with 1.5 miles of mostly flat trails and views\nof a stream. After hiking there we will travel a short distance to Patricia Sprague on Railroad Ave\, off Route 91. Hiking there will also be on flat trails through forests and fields. There will be an option to go down a short hill to view the Pawcatuck River. Meet at Tucker Woods on Route 91 (639 – 719 Alton-Carolina Rd). From Westerly\,\ntake Route 91 North. Parking area is on the right\, just past Jay Cronin Fishing Access. From Route 1 North\, take King’s Factory Rd to Route 91 and turn right. From Route 1 South\, take Route 112 North. Stay on 112 when Route 2 bears right. Take a left onto 91 at K and S Pizza. The parking area will be on the left. \nTo sign up\, contact hike leader: Janice Fifer\, 401-213-6479 Email: jhfifer@verizon.net \nThursday hikes are FREE. Be sure to wear hiking boots or good walking shoes. \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nHikes leave promptly.\nEnding times are estimated as it difficult to ascertain when it will finish due to number of people\, how fast/slow the hikers walk\, etc.\nPlease sign up with leader so that person will know how many are coming. If no one signs up the leader may not show up.\nInclement weather cancels and if in doubt\, contact leader.\nIf you wish to bring a dog please contact the leader as some properties do not allow them. However\, if a dog is present\, they must be leashed at all times.\n\nFLUORESCENT ORANGE REQUIREMENTS:\nIn State Management areas everyone is required to wear 200 square inches of solid daylight fluorescent orange from last Thursday in April to the last day in May\, annually.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/thursday-hikes-tucker-woods-and-patricia-sprague-forest-preserve-charlestown/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Hikes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230511T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230511T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T071220
CREATED:20230428T162512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T162512Z
UID:10004246-1683799200-1683806400@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Thursday Hikes: Tucker Woods and Patricia Sprague Forest Preserve\, Charlestown
DESCRIPTION:These 2 small properties are maintained by the Charlestown Conservation Commission. Tucker Woods is 66.5 acres of woodlands with 1.5 miles of mostly flat trails and views\nof a stream. After hiking there we will travel a short distance to Patricia Sprague on Railroad Ave\, off Route 91. Hiking there will also be on flat trails through forests and fields. There will be an option to go down a short hill to view the Pawcatuck River. Meet at Tucker Woods on Route 91 (639 – 719 Alton-Carolina Rd). From Westerly\,\ntake Route 91 North. Parking area is on the right\, just past Jay Cronin Fishing Access. From Route 1 North\, take King’s Factory Rd to Route 91 and turn right. From Route 1 South\, take Route 112 North. Stay on 112 when Route 2 bears right. Take a left onto 91 at K and S Pizza. The parking area will be on the left. \nTo sign up\, contact hike leader: Janice Fifer\, 401-213-6479 Email: jhfifer@verizon.net \nThursday hikes are FREE. Be sure to wear hiking boots or good walking shoes. \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nHikes leave promptly.\nEnding times are estimated as it difficult to ascertain when it will finish due to number of people\, how fast/slow the hikers walk\, etc.\nPlease sign up with leader so that person will know how many are coming. If no one signs up the leader may not show up.\nInclement weather cancels and if in doubt\, contact leader.\nIf you wish to bring a dog please contact the leader as some properties do not allow them. However\, if a dog is present\, they must be leashed at all times.\n\nFLUORESCENT ORANGE REQUIREMENTS:\nIn State Management areas everyone is required to wear 200 square inches of solid daylight fluorescent orange from last Thursday in April to the last day in May\, annually.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/thursday-hikes-tucker-woods-and-patricia-sprague-forest-preserve-charlestown-2/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Hikes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T100000
DTSTAMP:20260606T071220
CREATED:20230407T152456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230508T130028Z
UID:10003150-1683959400-1683972000@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:World Migratory Bird Day: Guided Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with the WLT and expert ornithologists by getting outside and experiencing the spring migration.\n\n\nWorld Migratory Bird Day (WMBD) is an annual awareness-raising campaign highlighting the need for the conservation of migratory birds and their habitats. It has a global outreach and is an effective tool to help raise global awareness of the threats faced by migratory birds\, their ecological importance\, and the need for international cooperation to conserve them (worldmigratorybirdday.org/about). \nJoin us as we welcome back the neo-tropical migrants as they return to their summer territories — from thrushes to warblers\, bluebirds to tanagers and beyond. This years WMBD theme is water- groups will observe birds across a variety of habitats\, including wetlands and learn about the importance of water to birds and beyond. \nDon’t forget to bring your binoculars! We will meet at Barlow Nature Preserve. Groups will head out to different WLT properties and gather back at Barlow to share our counts\, stories and coffee and snacks. \n\nRegistration required\, spots are limited.\nFREE for members\, $10 for not-yet-members.\nNot a member and would like to be? CLICK HERE!\n\n——————————————————————————————————————- \nFrom World Migratory Bird Day 2023 \nWater: Sustaining Bird Life \nWater is fundamental to life on our planet. The vast majority of migratory birds rely on aquatic ecosystems during their life cycles. Inland and coastal wetlands\, rivers\, lakes\, streams\, marshes\, and ponds are all vital for feeding\, drinking\, or nesting\, and also as places to rest and refuel during their long journeys. \nUnfortunately\, aquatic ecosystems are becoming increasingly threatened around the world and so are the migratory birds that depend on them. The increasing human demand for water\, as well as pollution and climate change\, are having a direct impact on the availability of clean water and the conservation status of many migratory birds. (Bonn\, 1 December 2022. worldmigratorybirdday.org)
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/world-migratory-bird-day-guided-bird-count/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Thursday Hikes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T100000
DTSTAMP:20260606T071220
CREATED:20230407T152456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230407T152456Z
UID:10004235-1683959400-1683972000@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:World Migratory Bird Day: Guided Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with the WLT and expert ornithologists by getting outside and experiencing the spring migration.\n\n\nWorld Migratory Bird Day (WMBD) is an annual awareness-raising campaign highlighting the need for the conservation of migratory birds and their habitats. It has a global outreach and is an effective tool to help raise global awareness of the threats faced by migratory birds\, their ecological importance\, and the need for international cooperation to conserve them (worldmigratorybirdday.org/about). \nJoin us as we welcome back the neo-tropical migrants as they return to their summer territories — from thrushes to warblers\, bluebirds to tanagers and beyond. This years WMBD theme is water- groups will observe birds across a variety of habitats\, including wetlands and learn about the importance of water to birds and beyond. \nDon’t forget to bring your binoculars! We will meet at Barlow Nature Preserve. Groups will head out to different WLT properties and gather back at Barlow to share our counts\, stories and coffee and snacks. \n\nRegistration required\, spots are limited.\nFREE for members\, $10 for not-yet-members.\nNot a member and would like to be? CLICK HERE!\n\n——————————————————————————————————————- \nFrom World Migratory Bird Day 2023 \nWater: Sustaining Bird Life \nWater is fundamental to life on our planet. The vast majority of migratory birds rely on aquatic ecosystems during their life cycles. Inland and coastal wetlands\, rivers\, lakes\, streams\, marshes\, and ponds are all vital for feeding\, drinking\, or nesting\, and also as places to rest and refuel during their long journeys. \nUnfortunately\, aquatic ecosystems are becoming increasingly threatened around the world and so are the migratory birds that depend on them. The increasing human demand for water\, as well as pollution and climate change\, are having a direct impact on the availability of clean water and the conservation status of many migratory birds. (Bonn\, 1 December 2022. worldmigratorybirdday.org)
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/world-migratory-bird-day-guided-bird-count-2/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Thursday Hikes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T100000
DTSTAMP:20260606T071220
CREATED:20230407T152456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230407T152456Z
UID:10004568-1683959400-1683972000@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:World Migratory Bird Day: Guided Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with the WLT and expert ornithologists by getting outside and experiencing the spring migration.\n\n\nWorld Migratory Bird Day (WMBD) is an annual awareness-raising campaign highlighting the need for the conservation of migratory birds and their habitats. It has a global outreach and is an effective tool to help raise global awareness of the threats faced by migratory birds\, their ecological importance\, and the need for international cooperation to conserve them (worldmigratorybirdday.org/about). \nJoin us as we welcome back the neo-tropical migrants as they return to their summer territories — from thrushes to warblers\, bluebirds to tanagers and beyond. This years WMBD theme is water- groups will observe birds across a variety of habitats\, including wetlands and learn about the importance of water to birds and beyond. \nDon’t forget to bring your binoculars! We will meet at Barlow Nature Preserve. Groups will head out to different WLT properties and gather back at Barlow to share our counts\, stories and coffee and snacks. \n\nRegistration required\, spots are limited.\nFREE for members\, $10 for not-yet-members.\nNot a member and would like to be? CLICK HERE!\n\n——————————————————————————————————————- \nFrom World Migratory Bird Day 2023 \nWater: Sustaining Bird Life \nWater is fundamental to life on our planet. The vast majority of migratory birds rely on aquatic ecosystems during their life cycles. Inland and coastal wetlands\, rivers\, lakes\, streams\, marshes\, and ponds are all vital for feeding\, drinking\, or nesting\, and also as places to rest and refuel during their long journeys. \nUnfortunately\, aquatic ecosystems are becoming increasingly threatened around the world and so are the migratory birds that depend on them. The increasing human demand for water\, as well as pollution and climate change\, are having a direct impact on the availability of clean water and the conservation status of many migratory birds. (Bonn\, 1 December 2022. worldmigratorybirdday.org)
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/world-migratory-bird-day-guided-bird-count-3/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Thursday Hikes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T071220
CREATED:20230310T142420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230310T142420Z
UID:10004558-1684258200-1684265400@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Historic Cemetery Tour: Quaker Burial Ground
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand! Join us for part 1 of 3 historic cemetery tours offered this Spring.\n\n\nThere are nearly 90 historic burial grounds in Westerly\, five of which are on Westerly Land Trust properties. The WLT is hosting Larry Hunter\, local commissioner of the Rhode Island Advisory Commission on Historic Cemeteries and member of Rediscovering History\, Inc. and Michael Carroll\, Executive Director of Rediscovering History\, Inc. for our first stop on our Spring tour: Quaker Burial Ground. \nLarry will walk us through “Cemetery 101”\, which explains orientation and types of headstones\, the use of footstones and field stones\, and the types of materials. We will also discuss the dos and don’ts of visiting cemeteries\, cleaning\, maintenance\, and restoration of stones. \n\nTours are recommended for adults.\nPlease prepare for being out in the grass and woods\, and bring bug repellant and water.\nSign up for 1 or all 3 tours as each burial ground offers its own unique characteristics and experience.\nTours are FREE for WLT members and $10 for not-yet-members\, which Larry has generously pledged to donate to WLT.\n\nNot a WLT member yet\, but would like to be? CLICK HERE. Joining us with a family member? Sign up for our family membership and get not only a discount on attending all three tours but also all our other monthly adventures!
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/historic-cemetery-tour-quaker-burial-ground-3/
LOCATION:Quaker Burial Ground\, 108 Old Post Rd\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Thursday Hikes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T071220
CREATED:20230310T142420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230323T165645Z
UID:10003108-1684258200-1684265400@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Historic Cemetery Tour: Quaker Burial Ground
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand! Join us for part 1 of 3 historic cemetery tours offered this Spring.\n\n\nThere are nearly 90 historic burial grounds in Westerly\, five of which are on Westerly Land Trust properties. The WLT is hosting Larry Hunter\, local commissioner of the Rhode Island Advisory Commission on Historic Cemeteries and member of Rediscovering History\, Inc. and Michael Carroll\, Executive Director of Rediscovering History\, Inc. for our first stop on our Spring tour: Quaker Burial Ground. \nLarry will walk us through “Cemetery 101”\, which explains orientation and types of headstones\, the use of footstones and field stones\, and the types of materials. We will also discuss the dos and don’ts of visiting cemeteries\, cleaning\, maintenance\, and restoration of stones. \n\nTours are recommended for adults.\nPlease prepare for being out in the grass and woods\, and bring bug repellant and water.\nSign up for 1 or all 3 tours as each burial ground offers its own unique characteristics and experience.\nTours are FREE for WLT members and $10 for not-yet-members\, which Larry has generously pledged to donate to WLT.\n\nNot a WLT member yet\, but would like to be? CLICK HERE. Joining us with a family member? Sign up for our family membership and get not only a discount on attending all three tours but also all our other monthly adventures!
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/historic-cemetery-tour-quaker-burial-ground/
LOCATION:Quaker Burial Ground\, 108 Old Post Rd\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Thursday Hikes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T071220
CREATED:20230310T142420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230310T142420Z
UID:10004225-1684258200-1684265400@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Historic Cemetery Tour: Quaker Burial Ground
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand! Join us for part 1 of 3 historic cemetery tours offered this Spring.\n\n\nThere are nearly 90 historic burial grounds in Westerly\, five of which are on Westerly Land Trust properties. The WLT is hosting Larry Hunter\, local commissioner of the Rhode Island Advisory Commission on Historic Cemeteries and member of Rediscovering History\, Inc. and Michael Carroll\, Executive Director of Rediscovering History\, Inc. for our first stop on our Spring tour: Quaker Burial Ground. \nLarry will walk us through “Cemetery 101”\, which explains orientation and types of headstones\, the use of footstones and field stones\, and the types of materials. We will also discuss the dos and don’ts of visiting cemeteries\, cleaning\, maintenance\, and restoration of stones. \n\nTours are recommended for adults.\nPlease prepare for being out in the grass and woods\, and bring bug repellant and water.\nSign up for 1 or all 3 tours as each burial ground offers its own unique characteristics and experience.\nTours are FREE for WLT members and $10 for not-yet-members\, which Larry has generously pledged to donate to WLT.\n\nNot a WLT member yet\, but would like to be? CLICK HERE. Joining us with a family member? Sign up for our family membership and get not only a discount on attending all three tours but also all our other monthly adventures!
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/historic-cemetery-tour-quaker-burial-ground-2/
LOCATION:Quaker Burial Ground\, 108 Old Post Rd\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Thursday Hikes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230518T123000
DTSTAMP:20260606T071220
CREATED:20230428T162800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T162800Z
UID:10004580-1684404000-1684413000@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Thursday Hike: Sheep Farm\, Groton\, CT
DESCRIPTION:A former sheep farm\, this hilly property is maintained by Groton Open Space Association (GOSA). The well marked trails travel over rocks and ledges along a stream with 2 waterfalls for about 31/5 miles. (Spoiler Alert: The waterfalls look much bigger in pictures.) This is an example of typical New England upland\, mostly deciduous forest that was saved from development due to the high cost of building there. Directions: Take Route 95 South to CT exit 88. Turn left and take the first left onto Hazelnut Hill Rd. The parking area is up the hill on the right. There are some picnic tables if you want to bring a lunch. \nTo sign up\, contact hike leader: Janice Fifer\, 401-213-6479 Email: jhfifer@verizon.net \nThursday hikes are FREE. Be sure to wear hiking boots or good walking shoes. \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nHikes leave promptly.\nEnding times are estimated as it difficult to ascertain when it will finish due to number of people\, how fast/slow the hikers walk\, etc.\nPlease sign up with leader so that person will know how many are coming. If no one signs up the leader may not show up.\nInclement weather cancels and if in doubt\, contact leader.\nIf you wish to bring a dog please contact the leader as some properties do not allow them. However\, if a dog is present\, they must be leashed at all times.\n\nFLUORESCENT ORANGE REQUIREMENTS:\nIn State Management areas everyone is required to wear 200 square inches of solid daylight fluorescent orange from last Thursday in April to the last day in May\, annually.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/thursday-hike-sheep-farm-groton-ct-3/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Hikes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230518T123000
DTSTAMP:20260606T071220
CREATED:20230428T162800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T162800Z
UID:10003162-1684404000-1684413000@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Thursday Hike: Sheep Farm\, Groton\, CT
DESCRIPTION:A former sheep farm\, this hilly property is maintained by Groton Open Space Association (GOSA). The well marked trails travel over rocks and ledges along a stream with 2 waterfalls for about 31/5 miles. (Spoiler Alert: The waterfalls look much bigger in pictures.) This is an example of typical New England upland\, mostly deciduous forest that was saved from development due to the high cost of building there. Directions: Take Route 95 South to CT exit 88. Turn left and take the first left onto Hazelnut Hill Rd. The parking area is up the hill on the right. There are some picnic tables if you want to bring a lunch. \nTo sign up\, contact hike leader: Janice Fifer\, 401-213-6479 Email: jhfifer@verizon.net \nThursday hikes are FREE. Be sure to wear hiking boots or good walking shoes. \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nHikes leave promptly.\nEnding times are estimated as it difficult to ascertain when it will finish due to number of people\, how fast/slow the hikers walk\, etc.\nPlease sign up with leader so that person will know how many are coming. If no one signs up the leader may not show up.\nInclement weather cancels and if in doubt\, contact leader.\nIf you wish to bring a dog please contact the leader as some properties do not allow them. However\, if a dog is present\, they must be leashed at all times.\n\nFLUORESCENT ORANGE REQUIREMENTS:\nIn State Management areas everyone is required to wear 200 square inches of solid daylight fluorescent orange from last Thursday in April to the last day in May\, annually.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/thursday-hike-sheep-farm-groton-ct/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Hikes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230518T123000
DTSTAMP:20260606T071220
CREATED:20230428T162800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T162800Z
UID:10004247-1684404000-1684413000@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Thursday Hike: Sheep Farm\, Groton\, CT
DESCRIPTION:A former sheep farm\, this hilly property is maintained by Groton Open Space Association (GOSA). The well marked trails travel over rocks and ledges along a stream with 2 waterfalls for about 31/5 miles. (Spoiler Alert: The waterfalls look much bigger in pictures.) This is an example of typical New England upland\, mostly deciduous forest that was saved from development due to the high cost of building there. Directions: Take Route 95 South to CT exit 88. Turn left and take the first left onto Hazelnut Hill Rd. The parking area is up the hill on the right. There are some picnic tables if you want to bring a lunch. \nTo sign up\, contact hike leader: Janice Fifer\, 401-213-6479 Email: jhfifer@verizon.net \nThursday hikes are FREE. Be sure to wear hiking boots or good walking shoes. \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nHikes leave promptly.\nEnding times are estimated as it difficult to ascertain when it will finish due to number of people\, how fast/slow the hikers walk\, etc.\nPlease sign up with leader so that person will know how many are coming. If no one signs up the leader may not show up.\nInclement weather cancels and if in doubt\, contact leader.\nIf you wish to bring a dog please contact the leader as some properties do not allow them. However\, if a dog is present\, they must be leashed at all times.\n\nFLUORESCENT ORANGE REQUIREMENTS:\nIn State Management areas everyone is required to wear 200 square inches of solid daylight fluorescent orange from last Thursday in April to the last day in May\, annually.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/thursday-hike-sheep-farm-groton-ct-2/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Hikes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T123000
DTSTAMP:20260606T071220
CREATED:20230310T142420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230310T142420Z
UID:10004559-1684576800-1684585800@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Historic Cemetery Tour/Hike: Grills Preserve- CANCELED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER
DESCRIPTION:Join us for part 2 of 3 Spring Historic Cemetery Tours. This tour includes a bonus hike!\n\n\nThere are nearly 90 historic burial grounds in Westerly\, five of which are on Westerly Land Trust properties. The WLT is hosting Larry Hunter\, local commissioner of the Rhode Island Advisory Commission on Historic Cemeteries and member of Rediscovering History\, Inc. and Michael Carroll\, Executive Director of Rediscovering History\, Inc. for our second stop on our Spring tour: Grills Preserve. \nLarry will walk us through “Cemetery 101”\, which explains orientation and types of headstones\, the use of footstones and field stones\, and the types of materials. We will also discuss the dos and don’ts of visiting cemeteries\, cleaning\, maintenance\, and restoration of stones. This historic cemetery is nestled in the woods so be sure to bring your hiking boots/sturdy shoes. \nHike will be led by WLT\, Land Stewardship Manager\, Marc Doherty along the Grills Blue trail with a stop at the Polly Coon Bridge stretching over the Pawcatuck River. Bring along water and a little lunch or snack (carry in/carry out). \n\nTours are recommended for adults.\nPlease prepare for being out in the grass and woods\, and bring bug repellant and water.\nSign up for 1 or all 3 tours as each burial ground offers its own unique characteristics and experience.\nTours are FREE for WLT members and $10 for not-yet-members\, which Larry has generously pledged to donate to WLT.\n\nNot a WLT member yet\, but would like to be? CLICK HERE. Joining us with a family member? Sign up for our family membership and get not only a discount on attending all three tours but also all our other monthly adventures!
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/historic-cemetery-tour-hike-grills-preserve-3/
LOCATION:Grills Preserve\, 198 Bowling Lane\, Westerly\, RI\, 02808\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Thursday Hikes
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T123000
DTSTAMP:20260606T071220
CREATED:20230310T142420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230519T173100Z
UID:10003109-1684576800-1684585800@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Historic Cemetery Tour/Hike: Grills Preserve- CANCELED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER
DESCRIPTION:Join us for part 2 of 3 Spring Historic Cemetery Tours. This tour includes a bonus hike!\n\n\nThere are nearly 90 historic burial grounds in Westerly\, five of which are on Westerly Land Trust properties. The WLT is hosting Larry Hunter\, local commissioner of the Rhode Island Advisory Commission on Historic Cemeteries and member of Rediscovering History\, Inc. and Michael Carroll\, Executive Director of Rediscovering History\, Inc. for our second stop on our Spring tour: Grills Preserve. \nLarry will walk us through “Cemetery 101”\, which explains orientation and types of headstones\, the use of footstones and field stones\, and the types of materials. We will also discuss the dos and don’ts of visiting cemeteries\, cleaning\, maintenance\, and restoration of stones. This historic cemetery is nestled in the woods so be sure to bring your hiking boots/sturdy shoes. \nHike will be led by WLT\, Land Stewardship Manager\, Marc Doherty along the Grills Blue trail with a stop at the Polly Coon Bridge stretching over the Pawcatuck River. Bring along water and a little lunch or snack (carry in/carry out). \n\nTours are recommended for adults.\nPlease prepare for being out in the grass and woods\, and bring bug repellant and water.\nSign up for 1 or all 3 tours as each burial ground offers its own unique characteristics and experience.\nTours are FREE for WLT members and $10 for not-yet-members\, which Larry has generously pledged to donate to WLT.\n\nNot a WLT member yet\, but would like to be? CLICK HERE. Joining us with a family member? Sign up for our family membership and get not only a discount on attending all three tours but also all our other monthly adventures!
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/historic-cemetery-tour-hike-grills-preserve/
LOCATION:Grills Preserve\, 198 Bowling Lane\, Westerly\, RI\, 02808\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Thursday Hikes
GEO:41.404098;-71.748749
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T123000
DTSTAMP:20260606T071220
CREATED:20230310T142420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230310T142420Z
UID:10004226-1684576800-1684585800@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Historic Cemetery Tour/Hike: Grills Preserve- CANCELED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER
DESCRIPTION:Join us for part 2 of 3 Spring Historic Cemetery Tours. This tour includes a bonus hike!\n\n\nThere are nearly 90 historic burial grounds in Westerly\, five of which are on Westerly Land Trust properties. The WLT is hosting Larry Hunter\, local commissioner of the Rhode Island Advisory Commission on Historic Cemeteries and member of Rediscovering History\, Inc. and Michael Carroll\, Executive Director of Rediscovering History\, Inc. for our second stop on our Spring tour: Grills Preserve. \nLarry will walk us through “Cemetery 101”\, which explains orientation and types of headstones\, the use of footstones and field stones\, and the types of materials. We will also discuss the dos and don’ts of visiting cemeteries\, cleaning\, maintenance\, and restoration of stones. This historic cemetery is nestled in the woods so be sure to bring your hiking boots/sturdy shoes. \nHike will be led by WLT\, Land Stewardship Manager\, Marc Doherty along the Grills Blue trail with a stop at the Polly Coon Bridge stretching over the Pawcatuck River. Bring along water and a little lunch or snack (carry in/carry out). \n\nTours are recommended for adults.\nPlease prepare for being out in the grass and woods\, and bring bug repellant and water.\nSign up for 1 or all 3 tours as each burial ground offers its own unique characteristics and experience.\nTours are FREE for WLT members and $10 for not-yet-members\, which Larry has generously pledged to donate to WLT.\n\nNot a WLT member yet\, but would like to be? CLICK HERE. Joining us with a family member? Sign up for our family membership and get not only a discount on attending all three tours but also all our other monthly adventures!
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/historic-cemetery-tour-hike-grills-preserve-2/
LOCATION:Grills Preserve\, 198 Bowling Lane\, Westerly\, RI\, 02808\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Thursday Hikes
GEO:41.404098;-71.748749
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T071220
CREATED:20230310T142421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230310T142421Z
UID:10004560-1684863000-1684870200@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Historic Cemetery Picnic Tour: Winnapaug Farm Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our last stop of our Spring Historic Cemetery Tours and discover the history of cemetery picnics.\n\n\nThere are nearly 90 historic burial grounds in Westerly\, five of which are on Westerly Land Trust properties. The WLT is hosting Michael Carroll\, Executive Director of Rediscovering History\, Inc. and Larry Hunter\, local commissioner of the Rhode Island Advisory Commission on Historic Cemeteries and member of Rediscovering History\, Inc. for our last stop on our Spring tour: Winnapaug Farm Preserve. \nPack your picnic baskets\, beverages\, and blankets or lawn chairs\, and experience a fad of the past! Michael will take us back in time to the 19th and early 20th century when picnics in cemeteries were a fashionable and respectful way to stay connected to both the living and the dead. Larry will lead us through a history lesson and Cemetery 101 introduction. \n\nCarry in/ Carry out\nTours are recommended for adults.\nPlease prepare for being out in the grass and woods\, and bring bug repellant and water.\nSign up for 1 or all 3 tours as each burial ground offers its own unique characteristics and experience.\nTours are FREE for WLT members and $10 for not-yet-members\, which Larry has generously pledged to donate to WLT.\n\nNot a WLT member yet\, but would like to be? CLICK HERE. Joining us with a family member? Sign up for our family membership and get not only a discount on attending all three tours but also all our other monthly adventures!
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/historic-cemetery-picnic-tour-winnapaug-farm-preserve-3/
LOCATION:Winnapaug Farm Preserve\, 109-119 Rhode Island 1A\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Thursday Hikes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T071220
CREATED:20230310T142421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230323T165625Z
UID:10003110-1684863000-1684870200@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Historic Cemetery Picnic Tour: Winnapaug Farm Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our last stop of our Spring Historic Cemetery Tours and discover the history of cemetery picnics.\n\n\nThere are nearly 90 historic burial grounds in Westerly\, five of which are on Westerly Land Trust properties. The WLT is hosting Michael Carroll\, Executive Director of Rediscovering History\, Inc. and Larry Hunter\, local commissioner of the Rhode Island Advisory Commission on Historic Cemeteries and member of Rediscovering History\, Inc. for our last stop on our Spring tour: Winnapaug Farm Preserve. \nPack your picnic baskets\, beverages\, and blankets or lawn chairs\, and experience a fad of the past! Michael will take us back in time to the 19th and early 20th century when picnics in cemeteries were a fashionable and respectful way to stay connected to both the living and the dead. Larry will lead us through a history lesson and Cemetery 101 introduction. \n\nCarry in/ Carry out\nTours are recommended for adults.\nPlease prepare for being out in the grass and woods\, and bring bug repellant and water.\nSign up for 1 or all 3 tours as each burial ground offers its own unique characteristics and experience.\nTours are FREE for WLT members and $10 for not-yet-members\, which Larry has generously pledged to donate to WLT.\n\nNot a WLT member yet\, but would like to be? CLICK HERE. Joining us with a family member? Sign up for our family membership and get not only a discount on attending all three tours but also all our other monthly adventures!
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/historic-cemetery-picnic-tour-winnapaug-farm-preserve/
LOCATION:Winnapaug Farm Preserve\, 109-119 Rhode Island 1A\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Thursday Hikes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T071220
CREATED:20230310T142421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230310T142421Z
UID:10004227-1684863000-1684870200@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Historic Cemetery Picnic Tour: Winnapaug Farm Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our last stop of our Spring Historic Cemetery Tours and discover the history of cemetery picnics.\n\n\nThere are nearly 90 historic burial grounds in Westerly\, five of which are on Westerly Land Trust properties. The WLT is hosting Michael Carroll\, Executive Director of Rediscovering History\, Inc. and Larry Hunter\, local commissioner of the Rhode Island Advisory Commission on Historic Cemeteries and member of Rediscovering History\, Inc. for our last stop on our Spring tour: Winnapaug Farm Preserve. \nPack your picnic baskets\, beverages\, and blankets or lawn chairs\, and experience a fad of the past! Michael will take us back in time to the 19th and early 20th century when picnics in cemeteries were a fashionable and respectful way to stay connected to both the living and the dead. Larry will lead us through a history lesson and Cemetery 101 introduction. \n\nCarry in/ Carry out\nTours are recommended for adults.\nPlease prepare for being out in the grass and woods\, and bring bug repellant and water.\nSign up for 1 or all 3 tours as each burial ground offers its own unique characteristics and experience.\nTours are FREE for WLT members and $10 for not-yet-members\, which Larry has generously pledged to donate to WLT.\n\nNot a WLT member yet\, but would like to be? CLICK HERE. Joining us with a family member? Sign up for our family membership and get not only a discount on attending all three tours but also all our other monthly adventures!
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/historic-cemetery-picnic-tour-winnapaug-farm-preserve-2/
LOCATION:Winnapaug Farm Preserve\, 109-119 Rhode Island 1A\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Thursday Hikes
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SUMMARY:Thursday Hike: Level Best Farm\, Richmond
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walking tour around the private property at Level Best Farm\, in Wood River Junction (town of Richmond).  Ken will also give some brief history about the land and the surrounding area. Mostly flat terrain\, on well kept trails\, and an easy hike consisting of three loops (~ 1 mile each) that meet in the middle near the parking area.  Enjoy various types of pine and deciduous forests\, swamp views\, meandering streams\, meadows\, and fields. There are also two milkweed meadows for the monarch butterflies. From the Westerly area\, take route 91 east\, towards Carolina.  Drive through Bradford and continue past Alton Pond / Wood River and the Village of Alton.  Turn left onto Homestead Road (located between the Alton Fire Station and the\, “Food Truck on 91”). Meet at the end of the ~ ¼ mile dirt road. Address:  22 Homestead Rd\, Wood River Junction\, RI. \nTo sign up\, contact Co-hike leaders: Ken and Rebecca Mitchell Call/text 269-808-5623 OR Email: rebecca.paperwork@gmail.com \nThursday hikes are FREE. Be sure to wear hiking boots or good walking shoes. \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nHikes leave promptly.\nEnding times are estimated as it difficult to ascertain when it will finish due to number of people\, how fast/slow the hikers walk\, etc.\nPlease sign up with leader so that person will know how many are coming. If no one signs up the leader may not show up.\nInclement weather cancels and if in doubt\, contact leader.\nIf you wish to bring a dog please contact the leader as some properties do not allow them. However\, if a dog is present\, they must be leashed at all times.\n\nFLUORESCENT ORANGE REQUIREMENTS:\nIn State Management areas everyone is required to wear 200 square inches of solid daylight fluorescent orange from last Thursday in April to the last day in May\, annually.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/thursday-hike-level-best-farm-richmond/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Hikes
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UID:10004257-1685008800-1685016000@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Thursday Hike: Level Best Farm\, Richmond
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walking tour around the private property at Level Best Farm\, in Wood River Junction (town of Richmond).  Ken will also give some brief history about the land and the surrounding area. Mostly flat terrain\, on well kept trails\, and an easy hike consisting of three loops (~ 1 mile each) that meet in the middle near the parking area.  Enjoy various types of pine and deciduous forests\, swamp views\, meandering streams\, meadows\, and fields. There are also two milkweed meadows for the monarch butterflies. From the Westerly area\, take route 91 east\, towards Carolina.  Drive through Bradford and continue past Alton Pond / Wood River and the Village of Alton.  Turn left onto Homestead Road (located between the Alton Fire Station and the\, “Food Truck on 91”). Meet at the end of the ~ ¼ mile dirt road. Address:  22 Homestead Rd\, Wood River Junction\, RI. \nTo sign up\, contact Co-hike leaders: Ken and Rebecca Mitchell Call/text 269-808-5623 OR Email: rebecca.paperwork@gmail.com \nThursday hikes are FREE. Be sure to wear hiking boots or good walking shoes. \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nHikes leave promptly.\nEnding times are estimated as it difficult to ascertain when it will finish due to number of people\, how fast/slow the hikers walk\, etc.\nPlease sign up with leader so that person will know how many are coming. If no one signs up the leader may not show up.\nInclement weather cancels and if in doubt\, contact leader.\nIf you wish to bring a dog please contact the leader as some properties do not allow them. However\, if a dog is present\, they must be leashed at all times.\n\nFLUORESCENT ORANGE REQUIREMENTS:\nIn State Management areas everyone is required to wear 200 square inches of solid daylight fluorescent orange from last Thursday in April to the last day in May\, annually.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/thursday-hike-level-best-farm-richmond-2/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Hikes
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UID:10004590-1685008800-1685016000@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Thursday Hike: Level Best Farm\, Richmond
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walking tour around the private property at Level Best Farm\, in Wood River Junction (town of Richmond).  Ken will also give some brief history about the land and the surrounding area. Mostly flat terrain\, on well kept trails\, and an easy hike consisting of three loops (~ 1 mile each) that meet in the middle near the parking area.  Enjoy various types of pine and deciduous forests\, swamp views\, meandering streams\, meadows\, and fields. There are also two milkweed meadows for the monarch butterflies. From the Westerly area\, take route 91 east\, towards Carolina.  Drive through Bradford and continue past Alton Pond / Wood River and the Village of Alton.  Turn left onto Homestead Road (located between the Alton Fire Station and the\, “Food Truck on 91”). Meet at the end of the ~ ¼ mile dirt road. Address:  22 Homestead Rd\, Wood River Junction\, RI. \nTo sign up\, contact Co-hike leaders: Ken and Rebecca Mitchell Call/text 269-808-5623 OR Email: rebecca.paperwork@gmail.com \nThursday hikes are FREE. Be sure to wear hiking boots or good walking shoes. \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nHikes leave promptly.\nEnding times are estimated as it difficult to ascertain when it will finish due to number of people\, how fast/slow the hikers walk\, etc.\nPlease sign up with leader so that person will know how many are coming. If no one signs up the leader may not show up.\nInclement weather cancels and if in doubt\, contact leader.\nIf you wish to bring a dog please contact the leader as some properties do not allow them. However\, if a dog is present\, they must be leashed at all times.\n\nFLUORESCENT ORANGE REQUIREMENTS:\nIn State Management areas everyone is required to wear 200 square inches of solid daylight fluorescent orange from last Thursday in April to the last day in May\, annually.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/thursday-hike-level-best-farm-richmond-3/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Hikes
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