Events
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Postponed- Date TBD: Nordic Walking Kick-Off- Is it Right for you?
Barlow Nature Preserve 449 Westerly Bradford Road, Westerly, RI, United StatesVoices of the LandDiscover the benefits of Nordic Walking at this FREE Kick Off event to introduce you to a new way to adventure.Curious about Nordic Walking? Join Julie Gooding, of healthyFUTURES, to learn about and experience the pleasure and health benefits of Nordic Walking. At this event you can try out specially designed Activator poles and discover [...]
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Setting Up Your Hive
Barlow Nature Preserve 449 Westerly Bradford Road, Westerly, RI, United StatesVoices of the LandDiscover the world of hive configuration and learn helpful tips on setting up your own hive at home. Join Cail Calder of Westerbee honey, aka “The Beeman” , for an immersive and hands-on workshop where you will learn the basics of beekeeping and how to set up your own bee hive. Whether you’re a budding [...]
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Microgreens 101
Barlow Nature Preserve 449 Westerly Bradford Road, Westerly, RI, United StatesVoices of the LandGet ready to dig into the world of microgreens.Microgreens are perfect for small spaces, they are easy to grow, and can be a great addition to your meals, providing a burst of fresh flavor and nutrition. We invite you to join us for an interactive and hands-on workshop where you’ll discover the joys of growing [...]
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Cemetery 101
Barlow Nature Preserve 449 Westerly Bradford Road, Westerly, RI, United StatesVoices of the LandRI is a special spot for historic cemeteries. Learn why in this discussion led by the RI Historic Cemetery Commissioner Larry Hunter.Did you know that Rhode Island designates April and May as "Historical Cemeteries Awareness and Preservation Weeks" or that there are nearly 90 cemeteries in Westerly and approximately 3,200 in the whole state? Join [...]
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Spring Birding in Westerly
Barlow Nature Preserve 449 Westerly Bradford Road, Westerly, RI, United StatesVoices of the LandJoin us for a lecture-style event to explore migratory birds you can see during Spring in our town!Love birds and want to see more of them? Spring is a great time to explore migratory (birds that aren't always here) birds in our town. Avid birder, Barbara Seith, will take you through several birds you might [...]
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Historic Cemetery Tour
Quaker Burial Ground 108 Old Post Rd, Westerly, RI, United StatesEvent HikesHonor "Historical Cemeteries Awareness and Preservation Weeks" with WLT volunteer and RI Historic Cemetery Commissioner, Larry Hunter.To further our celebration of Rhode Island's "Historical Cemeteries Awareness and Preservation Weeks", join us for a Voices of the Land event led by WLT volunteer and RI Historic Cemetery Commissioner Larry Hunter. This discussion will focus on the [...]
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Early Spring Birding Walk
Avondale Farm Preserve Quail Run, Westerly, RI, United StatesEvent HikesBring your binoculars and curiosity to explore Avondale Farm for migratory birds! Birds migrating through Westerly in early spring should be on display at the Farm. Join avid birder, Barbara Seith for this fairly accessible walk/adventure - we will walk around the paved loop and then venture into the bramble to the north of the [...]
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Historic Cemetery Hike
Grills Preserve 198 Bowling Lane, Westerly, RI, United StatesEvent HikesHonor "Historical Cemeteries Awareness and Preservation Weeks" with WLT volunteer and RI Historic Cemetery Commissioner, Larry Hunter.Join WLT Land Stewardship Manager Marc Doherty and WLT volunteer and RI Historic Cemetery Commissioner Larry Hunter for a hike and historic cemetery tour at Grills Preserve. We will start our adventure on the Blue Trail, continue along the [...]
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Beehive Check- Caring for Your Colony
Barlow Nature Preserve 449 Westerly Bradford Road, Westerly, RI, United StatesVoices of the LandDive into the art of hive inspection with this practical, hands-on workshop designed for beekeepers of all experience levels. Regular hive inspections are crucial to ensuring a healthy and productive colony, and this hands-on workshop will teach you the key techniques for thoroughly examining your hive. With expert guidance from Cail Calder of Westerbee honey, [...]