February 2, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM Grills Preserve, Bradford This walk on WLT's 500-acre preserve is over primarily flat terrain often along the Pawcatuck River on clear, wide trails. We will be able to see some newly discovered foundations. There is a gorgeous scenic view from the top of aptly named, Big Hill, which [...]
February theme is Rhody Rocks. 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 [...]
A student-led event where young learners share the knowledge and skills they've gained through hands-on experiences with the land.Join us for Land Leaders, a hands-on family adventure where kids become the teachers! Inspired by WLT's Living Laboratories after-school programs, students will guide their families through exciting exploration stations, featuring everything from microscopes and binoculars to [...]
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 Land Stewardship Manager, Marc Doherty, at [...]
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 of forest [...]
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, [...]
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 [...]