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SUMMARY:Active Hope: Emotional Support for Eco-grief
DESCRIPTION:Eco-grief\, or climate anxiety\, are terms to describe our emotional responses to climate change and environmental loss.\n\n\nThis Active Hope workshop will include a mix of group practices\, journaling and one-on-one discussion to honor our pain for the world. The practices that will be used are steeped in the teachings of The Work That Reconnects\, an intentional framework for helping individuals and communities work through grief together and emerge refreshed and empowered! \nThe Westerly Land Trust is honored to host Zoë Hanley for this important and timely workshop exploring the emotional impacts of climate change and environmental loss. \nAbout Zoë \nZoë Hanley\, PhD\, is a wildlife ecologist and facilitator for The Work That Reconnects (WTR). She is the Associate Science Director for The Nature Conservancy in Oregon and also offers workshops and retreats drawing from WTR teachings and deep ecology\, using experiential and interactive processes\, art\, bird language and wildlife tracking to support emotional resilience for conservationists and communities. Zoë was born and raised in Rhode Island and loves returning to the New England coast for quality time with family and friends. \nImportant Info: \n\nThis workshop is geared towards college students and adults\nRegistration is required; spots are limited\nThis event is no cost for WLT members and $10 for not-yet members\nNot a WLT member yet\, but would like to be? CLICK HERE\nParking is available at Barlow Nature Preserve\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\nNotebook and something to write with
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/active-hope-emotional-support-for-eco-grief/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Voices of the Land,Wellness in the Woods
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SUMMARY:Historic Cemetery Hike
DESCRIPTION:Step into history and explore one of WLT’s newest protected landscapes.\n\n\nJoin us for a guided hike and historic cemetery tour at Champlin Farm Preserve\, led by WLT volunteer and Rhode Island Historic Cemetery Commissioner Larry Hunter. Along the way\, Larry will bring the past to life with stories\, insights\, and the hidden history behind the cemetery sites found on the property. \nLocated on Boombridge Road\, Champlin Farm Preserve was permanently protected in October 2024 and spans 90.57 acres along the Wild and Scenic Pawcatuck River. This beautiful landscape features a mix of forest\, streams\, and fertile farmland that has long supported crops and grazing—offering a rich blend of natural beauty and cultural history to discover. \nImportant Info: \n\nTours are recommended for adults\nThere are no restroom facilities available on site\nRegistration is required; spots are limited\nThis event is no cost for WLT members and $10 for not yet member\, which will be generously donated back to WLT by Larry. \nNot a WLT member yet\, but would like to be? CLICK HERE\n\nWhat to Bring/Wear: \n\nBe prepared for grassy and wooded terrain with sturdy footwear\nLong pants and socks\nReusable water bottle\nInsect repellent
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/historic-cemetery-hike-2/
LOCATION:Champlin Farm Preserve\, 64 boombridge Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event Hikes,Voices of the Land
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T173000
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SUMMARY:Composting for the Planet
DESCRIPTION:Discover how you can reduce your food waste and start composting at home\, even without outdoor space.\n\n\nReducing food waste and composting are two of the most impactful things individuals can do to help the planet\, and they’re easy to do! Compost is a nutrient-rich food for plants that helps to create resilient soil. In this presentation\, Charlotte Canner will discuss strategies for reducing food waste\, what compost is\, why it is important\, and how to do it in a way that works for you\, even if you don’t have outdoor space. Attendees will be entered into a raffle to win a worm bin. \nAbout Charlotte: \nCharlotte is the Recycling Coordinator for the towns of South Kingstown and Narragansett. She has 10 years of experience teaching composting and operates a community compost site\, Clew Compost\, in her backyard in Pawcatuck. Learn more about her compost pickup and drop-off services at www.clewcompost.com. \nClick HERE to register for this event!\nImportant Info \n\nParking is available at Barlow Nature Preserve\nThis event is no cost for WLT members\, and $10 per person for not-yet members.\nNot a member and would like to be? CLICK HERE!\nRegistration is required\, spots are limited.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/composting-for-the-planet/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Rd\, Westerly\, RI 02891\, USA
CATEGORIES:Voices of the Land
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T173000
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SUMMARY:Rhode Island Stone Walls
DESCRIPTION:Explore how thousands of miles of historic stone walls reveal the intersection of the state’s geology\, history\, and ecology.\nRhode Island’s stone walls are an enduring testament to the state’s agricultural heritage\, and their story parallels that of Rhode Island itself. Their stones reflect the geologic forces that shaped the landscape. Their placement on the land speaks to the labor and lives of those who came before us. In this presentation\, Elliot Vosburgh\, founder of the Rhode Island Stone Wall Mapping Project\, explores how thousands of miles of stone walls reflect the intersection of geology\, history\, and ecology. Drawing on examples from both across the state and locally in Westerly\, attendees will gain an appreciation for stone walls from several perspectives and will learn how these relics continue to support us in developing an understanding of Rhode Island’s past and present landscape. \nClick HERE to sign up!\nImportant Info \n\nParking is available at Barlow Nature Preserve\nThis event is no cost for WLT members\, and $10 per person for not-yet members.\nNot a WLT member and would like to be? CLICK HERE!\nRegistration is required\, spots are limited.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/rhode-island-stone-walls/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Rd\, Westerly\, RI 02891\, USA
CATEGORIES:Voices of the Land
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SUMMARY:Hawk Migration
DESCRIPTION:Discover the secrets of hawk migration.\nJoseph Zbyrowski is a raptor specialist with more than 30 years of experience working with hawks and owls. A retired environmental science teacher\, he is a master bird bander\, former raptor rehabilitator\, and has done volunteer work with the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RI DEM)\, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service\, the National Park Service\, and the Audubon Society of Rhode Island.For the past three decades\, Joseph has specialized in identifying and counting migrating hawks. He conducts the annual hawk migration count in Rhode Island and is actively involved in Peregrine Falcon and Barn Owl restoration projects. \nIn this Voices of the Land lecture\, Joseph will present the findings from a multi-year survey of hawk migration at Napatree Point\, Rhode Island’s premier hawk watch site. Each year\, annual hawk watch counts are conducted at more than 275 locations across the United States. These counts provide exceptional opportunities to observe migrating raptors while also generating valuable scientific data used in research\, wildlife management\, and conservation efforts. \nFollowing the presentation\, attendees will have the opportunity to sign up with Joseph to potentially participate in a future hawk watch and experience the excitement of monitoring one of nature’s most remarkable migrations. \nClick HERE to sign up!\nImportant Info \n\nParking is available at Barlow Nature Preserve\nThis event is no cost for WLT members\, and $10 per person for not-yet members.\nNot a WLT member and would like to be? CLICK HERE!\nRegistration is required\, spots are limited.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/hawk-migration/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Rd\, Westerly\, RI 02891\, USA
CATEGORIES:Voices of the Land
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SUMMARY:The World of Bats
DESCRIPTION:Just in Time for Halloween! Discover the Truth About Nature’s Most Misunderstood Mammal with Bat Expert Julia Chase-Brand!\nMore than an accomplished bat researcher\, Julia Chase-Brand is a truly remarkable woman whose life has been defined by curiosity\, perseverance\, breaking barriers\, and changing history. Many may remember her as a pioneering distance runner and/or her appearances on Nickelodeon as the beloved “Bat Lady\,” where she inspired young audiences to appreciate wildlife and science. She also made history by becoming the oldest person to earn a medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine at Yeshiva University\, proving that learning and pursuing new dreams have no age limit. \nJulia Chase-Brand grew up in nearby Groton\, CT\, and went on to spend a quarter century studying bats\, primarily in the mountains of Trinidad and the rainforests of Australia. “Blind as a bat”? No! Though all the bats in the Americas have sonar or “echolocation”\, Julia and her colleagues found that they have vision as well and can use vision for homing\, obstacle avoidance\, escape\, and even pattern vision\, when it suits their purposes. \nRed bats\, white bats\, striped bats\, bats that fish\, bats that make tents\, bats that eat frogs and frogs that eat bats. Come enjoy an evening discovering bats and some of the other characters who ambled into this researcher’s wildlife including an amorous gorilla\, a 7 inch tarantula\, and a friendly capybara that loved to curl up and snooze with its human friends. \nThis inspiring program celebrates a lifetime of exploration\, groundbreaking research\, and lifelong learning. It is designed to engage both children and adults alike. Come celebrate the season with the real stars of Halloween and discover why bats are among the most extraordinary animals on Earth! \nClick HERE to sign up!\nImportant Info \n\nParking is available at Barlow Nature Preserve\nThis event is no cost for WLT members\, and $10 per person for not-yet members.\nNot a WLT member and would like to be? CLICK HERE!\nRegistration is required\, spots are limited.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/the-world-of-bats/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Rd\, Westerly\, RI 02891\, USA
CATEGORIES:Voices of the Land
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SUMMARY:Barn Owls: Restoring a Rare Rhode Island Raptor
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Barn Owl’s unique physical traits\, remarkable hunting abilities\, and fascinating natural behavior.\nJoseph Zbyrowsk is a raptor specialist with more than 30 years of experience working with hawks and owls. A retired environmental science teacher\, he is a master bird bander\, former raptor rehabilitator\, and has done volunteer work with the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RI DEM)\, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service\, the National Park Service\, and the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. He is currently involved in Peregrine Falcon and Barn Owl restoration projects and has dedicated much of his career to the conservation of Rhode Island’s birds of prey. \nIn this Voices of the Land lecture\, Joseph will explore the fascinating world of the Barn Owl\, one of North America’s most distinctive and elusive raptors. He will discuss the owl’s unique physical characteristics\, remarkable hunting abilities\, behavior\, and his personal restoration program to encourage barn owls to nest and successfully reproduce. \nClick HERE to sign up!\nImportant Info \n\nParking is available at Barlow Nature Preserve\nThis event is no cost for WLT members\, and $10 per person for not-yet members.\nNot a WLT member and would like to be? CLICK HERE!\nRegistration is required\, spots are limited.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/barn-owls-restoring-a-rare-rhode-island-raptor/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Rd\, Westerly\, RI 02891\, USA
CATEGORIES:Voices of the Land
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