THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED Explore how to identify Rhode Island's winter trees by observing bark, buds, and branches in this introductory lecture. Identifying trees in the winter might seem like an expert's task, but familiarizing oneself with bark, branches, and buds builds a strong foundation for seeing our forests for the trees! Join WLT's [...]
Explore how to identify Rhode Island's winter trees on a guided walk using bark, buds, and habitat clues.To build on our Winter Tree Identification Lecture, let's hit the trail and see, touch, and even smell the trees at Grills Preserve.WLT's Land Stewardship Manager, Marc Doherty, will lead a 1.5-mile walk through a variety of forest [...]
March's theme is Sprout Scouts. Come walk, wonder, and grow with us.We are teaming up with our friends from WildRoots once a month for Wednesday Wonder Walks, a guided family hiking series curated to spark curiosity and nurture a lifelong love of nature. Our partnership blends playful discovery with embedded teaching, helping children build knowledge [...]
Explore how to identify Rhode Island's winter trees on a guided walk using bark, buds, and habitat clues. To build on our Winter Tree Identification Lecture, let's hit the trail and see, touch, and even smell the trees at Grills Preserve. WLT's Land Stewardship Manager, Marc Doherty, will lead a 1.5-mile walk through a variety [...]
Celebrate the arrival of Spring and embark on a mindful adventure through the forest where we will practice yoga and welcome new beginnings.The Spring Equinox is a perfect time to get outside and take notice of nature during a period of rapid change and vibrant growth. Join hike leader and local yoga teacher, Janice Fifer, [...]
Click here to support the Westerly Land Trust through 401Gives. (Time details below.) 401Gives, Rhode Island's Statewide Day of Giving, is celebrated every year on or around 4/01 (derived from the Ocean State's area code). In 2026, to honor Passover, 401Gives will run: TUESDAY, March 31st beginning at 6am through WEDNESDAY, April 1 ending at [...]
Slow down, awaken your senses, and connect with Nature as you luxuriate in a Forest Bath!Celebrate the start of WLT's Earth Week by joining Deirdre O’Connor for a slow and relaxing walk in Riverwood Preserve.Forest Bathing is the pleasant practice of spending time in nature to enhance health and happiness. Evidence-based research confirms that time [...]
April's theme is Habitat Hunters. Come walk, wonder, and grow with us for this years Earth Day celebration!We are teaming up with our friends from WildRoots once a month for Wednesday Wonder Walks, a guided family hiking series curated to spark curiosity and nurture a lifelong love of nature. Our partnership blends playful discovery with [...]
In partnership with Westerly Library & Wilcox Park and in celebration of Earth Day, please join us to discuss the book "Is a River Alive?". In 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? The Library has [...]