The Westerly Land Trust

FULL: Fungal Foray with the Mushroom Hunting Foundation: A Land Trust Days Event
2024-10-20 09:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Wahaneeta Preserve, 118 Moorehouse Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
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Join us on Sunday, October 20th from 9:30am to 11:30am for a Fungal Foray at Wahaneeta Preserve. Led by Ryan Bouchard and Emily Schmidt of the Mushroom Hunting Foundation, this exploratory walk will lead us through the diverse woods surrounding an old girl scout camp to find mushrooms, learn how to identify them and discover how these fungi fit into our local ecosystem – some of them may even fit onto our dinner plate! Ryan and Emily bring with them not only a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm, but also a great specimen collection so we are sure to learn something new.

Be sure the check out the Mushroom Hunting Foundation (@mushroom_hunting_foundation) to learn more about Ryan and Emily’s mission.

This event is offered by WLT for no cost to participants as a part of Land Trust Days, the annual two-month celebration of the wonderful open spaces across Rhode Island that land trusts are protecting hosted by Rhode Island Land Trust Council.

Living Labs SSS Grades K-1 Magical Mushrooms NOW ON 10/15
2024-10-17 15:50 - 17:30 | Wahaneeta Preserve, 118 Moorehouse Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
THIS PROGRAM IS NOW COMBINED WITH GRADES 2-4 ON TUESDAY, OCT 15. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP!
Magical Mushrooms: Did you know that some mushrooms glow in the dark and can be found in your backyard environment?! Nature is full of fascinating surprises, and we want YOU to join us on a mushroom hunt to discover the beauty and complexity of the natural world around us.

Registration closes the Friday before program at 9AM
Location: Wahaneeta Preserve
This program is for State Street School students
NO COST thanks to generous community support
Transportation: All students are bussed to program after school. Students can be picked up by a guardian or take the bus home after program
Spots are limited, reserve yours today and get ready for an adventure

If you are interested in a WLT program outside of what is being offered HERE please contact Lauren at lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org

Living Labs SSS Grades K-4 Magical Mushrooms
2024-10-15 15:50 - 17:30 | Wahaneeta Preserve, 118 Moorehouse Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Magical Mushrooms: Did you know that some mushrooms glow in the dark and can be found in your backyard environment?! Nature is full of fascinating surprises, and we want YOU to join us on a mushroom hunt to discover the beauty and complexity of the natural world around us.

Registration closes the Friday before program at 9AM
Location: Wahaneeta Preserve
This program is for State Street School students
NO COST thanks to generous community support
Transportation: All students are bussed to program after school. Students can be picked up by a guardian or take the bus home after program
Spots are limited, reserve yours today and get ready for an adventure

If you are interested in a WLT program outside of what is being offered HERE please contact Lauren at lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org

Thursday Hike: Grills Preserve
2024-10-10 10:00 - 12:00 | RI
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 requires a bit of steep climbing.
Meet at the parking lot at the cul-de-sac end off Bowling Lane in Bradford Village.
Hike Leader: Marc Doherty Phone: 508 308-9787 Email: mdoherty@westerlylandtrust.org
Please click here to view the full Thursday Hike schedule.

'Togetherhood' Volunteer Stewardship Day with Ocean Community YMCA
2024-10-09 16:00 - 18:00 | Grills Preserve, 198 Bowling Lane, Westerly, RI, 02808, United States
Join us for a day of community and conservation as we enhance our beautiful local trails! On October 9th, the Westerly Land Trust and Ocean Community YMCA invite you to participate in our Volunteer Stewardship Day.

Event Highlights:

Start out trailhead native plant garden: Help us lay the foundation for a vibrant native plant garden at the Bowling Lane trailhead to support local wildlife, educate the public, and help WLT restoration efforts.
Trail Clean-Up: Join fellow volunteers in picking up litter along the trails to ensure our natural spaces remain clean and inviting for everyone.

What to Bring: Comfortable clothing, sturdy shoes, gloves, water, and any personal gardening tools you’d like to use. We’ll provide refreshments and all necessary materials.

This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with nature, meet like-minded community members, and contribute to the stewardship of our local environment. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or want to lend a helping hand, all are welcome!

Let’s work together to create a thriving ecosystem for future generations. We are looking forward to seeing you there!
Any questions? Send ’em over to mdoherty@westerlylandtrust.org

Click here to register!

Living Labs SSS Grades K-1 Trails & Treasure NOW ON OCT 8
2024-10-09 15:50 - 17:30 | Barlow Nature Preserve, 449 Westerly Bradford Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
THIS PROGRAM IS NOW COMBINED WITH GRADES 2-4 ON TUESDAY, OCT 8. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP!
Trails & Treasure: Calling all explorers! Get ready to hit the trails and discover hidden treasure amongst the forest and the art of map making.

Registration closes the Friday before program at 9AM
Location: Barlow Nature Preserve
This program is for State Street School students
NO COST thanks to generous community support
Transportation: All students are bussed to program after school. Students can be picked up by a guardian or take the bus home after program
Spots are limited, reserve yours today and get ready for an adventure

If you are interested in a WLT program outside of what is being offered HERE please contact Lauren at lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org

Living Labs SSS Grades K-4 Trails & Treasure
2024-10-08 15:50 - 17:30 | Barlow Nature Preserve, 449 Westerly Bradford Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Trails & Treasure: Calling all explorers! Get ready to hit the trails and discover hidden treasure amongst the forest and the art of map making.

Registration closes the Friday before program at 9AM
Location: Barlow Nature Preserve
This program is for State Street School students
NO COST thanks to generous community support
Transportation: All students are bussed to program after school. Students can be picked up by a guardian or take the bus home after program
Spots are limited, reserve yours today and get ready for an adventure

If you are interested in a WLT program outside of what is being offered HERE please contact Lauren at lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org

Living Labs SES Grades K-1 Magical Mushrooms- NOW ON OCT 1
2024-10-02 15:50 - 17:30 | Wahaneeta Preserve, 118 Moorehouse Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
THIS PROGRAM IS NOW COMBINED WITH GRADES 2-4 ON OCT 1. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP!
Magical Mushrooms: Did you know that some mushrooms glow in the dark and can be found in your backyard environment?! Nature is full of fascinating surprises, and we want YOU to join us on a mushroom hunt to discover the beauty and complexity of the natural world around us.

Registration closes the Friday before program at 9AM
Location: Wahaneeta Preserve
This program is for Springbrook Elementary School students
NO COST thanks to generous community support
Transportation: All students are bussed to program after school. Students can be picked up by a guardian or take the bus home after program
Spots are limited, reserve yours today and get ready for an adventure

If you are interested in a WLT program outside of what is being offered HERE please contact Lauren at lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org

Living Labs SES Grades K-4 Magical Mushrooms
2024-10-01 15:50 - 17:30 | Wahaneeta Preserve, 118 Moorehouse Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Magical Mushrooms: Did you know that some mushrooms glow in the dark and can be found in your backyard environment?! Nature is full of fascinating surprises, and we want YOU to join us on a mushroom hunt to discover the beauty and complexity of the natural world around us.

Registration closes the Friday before program at 9AM
Location: Wahaneeta Preserve
This program is for Springbrook Elementary School students
NO COST thanks to generous community support
Transportation: All students are bussed to program after school. Students can be picked up by a guardian or take the bus home after program
Spots are limited, reserve yours today and get ready for an adventure

If you are interested in a WLT program outside of what is being offered HERE please contact Lauren at lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org

Forest Bathing
2024-09-28 09:00 - 11:00 | Wahaneeta Preserve, 118 Moorehouse Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Join Deirdre O’Connor for a slow and easy walk in Wahaneeta Preserve. Forest Bathing is the pleasant practice of spending time in nature for the purpose of enhancing health and happiness. Evidenced based research confirms that time in nature has profound healing benefits for physical and emotional well – being. The term Forest Bathing comes from the Japanese tradition of “shin-rin yoku” literally translated to “bathing in the atmosphere of the forest”. On this walk you will experience and learn about how the regular practice of Forest Bathing can restore health and vitality by strengthening immune function, lowering stress hormones, improving mood and sleep, and stimulating creativity. Forest Bathing also offers us the opportunity to deepen our relationship with the natural world.
You will be walking slowly for about one mile on mostly flat but uneven forest trails as you are offered a series of invitations to explore the landscape with your senses and connect with the natural world. We will be walking and sitting for 2 hours and will finish our walk by sharing tea together. This experience is open to ages 15 and up.

Registration is required. Spots are limited. Please reserve your spot through the form below.

Free for WLT members, $10 for not-yet-members (If you’d like to join WLT, please click here.)

Parking is limited please carpool if possible.

Deirdre O’Connor is a Certified Forest Therapy Guide through the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy. Deirdre is delighted to share the Healing power of Nature through Forest Bathing where Nature and our true natures come to know one another. She resides in Westerly, enjoying birding, botany, bicycling and exploring the next cool place to share Forest Bathing.

This event is full; however, if you'd like to add your name to our waiting list, please do so here:
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Thursday Hike: Riverwood Preserve
2024-09-26 10:00 - 13:00 | RI
This property is part of the Westerly Land Trust’s Pawcatuck River Corridor Initiative. It consists
of 148 acres of woodland, rocky ridges and fresh water wetlands adjacent to the Pawcatuck River and
the Boy Scout Camp. It has interesting quarry remnants, river views and descent through a beautiful
gorge. Some climbing in rocky areas may be involved as the best views are from the higher
elevations. Meet on Old Hopkinton Road at the end of Boy Scout Drive. Please park along the road –
we will walk into the preserve from there.
Leader: Sally Hanson Phone: 401 932-5395 Email: sallyhanson242@gmail.com
Please click here to view the full Thursday Hike schedule.

Living Labs SES Grades K-1 Trails & Treasure
2024-09-25 15:50 - 17:30 | Barlow Nature Preserve, 449 Westerly Bradford Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Trails & Treasure: Calling all explorers! Get ready to hit the trails and discover hidden treasure amongst the forest and the art of map making.

This program is for Springbrook Elementary School students
NO COST thanks to generous community support
Transportation: All students are bussed to program after school. Students can be picked up by a guardian or take the bus home after program
Spots are limited, reserve yours today and get ready for an adventure

If you are interested in a WLT program outside of what is being offered HERE please contact Lauren at lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org

This session of Living Laboratories is currently full. If you'd like to join our waiting list, please click the button below:
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Living Labs SES Grades 2-4 Trails & Treasure
2024-09-24 15:50 - 17:30 | Barlow Nature Preserve, 449 Westerly Bradford Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States

Fall Equinox Outdoor Yoga with BarreCoast
2024-09-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Winnapaug Farm Preserve, 117 Shore Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States, 117 Shore Rd, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Celebrate the change of seasons with an outdoor yoga class at Winnapaug Farm Preserve, brought to you by BarreCoast.

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Advanced registration is required. Click here to reserve your spot. Westerly Land Trust members, contact Erika Lebling at elebling@westerlylandtrust.org for reduced price registration of $10.

Westerly Track & Athletic Club: Wahaneeta Trail Race
2024-09-14 08:00 - 11:00 | Wahaneeta Preserve, 118 Moorehouse Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
The Westerly Track & Athletic Club hosts an annual trail race at Wahaneeta Preserve in September. This is the first of four races in WTAC’s Fall Race Series. Runners and walkers are welcome. The terrain of the course is entirely dirt trails, with some technical single-track. In order to minimize bunching up at the race start, the course will first run across a short grass field before continuing on double-track for approximately one-half mile. Most of the rest of the course will be on single-track and include challenges such as stream crossings on narrow wooden bridges, hills, and rock gardens. During the course of the race, you will cross streams multiple times, with most but not all having bridge crossings. The course is very spectator friendly, as the start/finish is in the same area, and during the course of the race runners will pass through the start/finish area twice before finishing.
For more information and to register for this Westerly Track & Athletic Club event, please click here.

Echo Rock Flowers Date Night
2024-08-30 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-08-02 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-07-26 17:00 - 19:00 | Barlow Nature Preserve, 449 Westerly Bradford Rd, Westerly, RI 02891, USA
Bring your date to the flower farm and enjoy tasty treats while making your own bouquet.
This event is hosted by Echo Rock Flowers, one of the two farms situated at Barlow Nature Preserve. All registrations will go through ERF.
For more information and to register, please follow this link: https://www.echorockflowers.com/date-night-1/date-night

Mini Bioblitz
2024-08-22 16:00 - 20:00 | Avondale Farm Preserve, Quail Run, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Calling all curious humans! Let’s get out there and find all the life that surrounds us, both small and large.

A BioBlitz is an event that focuses on finding and identifying as many living species as possible. From fungi to trees, mammals to insects and everything in between, we will try to catch ‘em all– this time at WLT’s first conserved property, the beautiful Avondale Farm Preserve.
This is a great opportunity to explore the sweeping wildflower meadows, tidal marsh, freshwater wetlands and coastal shrublands that make up this 50-acre property, as well as to meet fellow naturalists and outdoor enthusiasts.

This is a FREE, all-ages, all-abilities and family-friendly event – it doesn’t matter if you are an expert naturalist or have never stepped into the woods before. The event begins at 4pm and we will romp, collect and explore until its too dark to see (around 8pm). You are welcome to join for as long or as short as you’d like!
Food and refreshments will be served at 6pm.
There are some great tools out there besides field guides and experts that can help you identify all kinds of different species of plants and animals out there. Be sure to download apps like iNaturalist or Seek from the App Store. Play around with them and be sure to show up with a full battery!
The link to the official iNaturalist project will be coming soon.
Complete the form below to sign up and if you have any questions send ’em over to Marc (mdoherty@westerlylandtrust.org)
A thank you to the Rhode Island Foundation for helping make this event possible!
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1. Understand and acknowledge that I am proceeding at my own risk. I understand that WLT makes no warranties or representation, expressed or implied, regarding the condition or safety of the property itself or the activity to be done.
2. Agree to release, hold harmless and indemnify WLT (including its agents, employees and service volunteers) from any loss, liability or expense with respect to bodily injury (including death) or property damage which might result from or arise of my participation in these activities.PHOTO RELEASE *YesNoWLT and our partners may use photos/recordings to promote future programs. I (legal guardian if minor) grant WLT permission to use any and all photographs and/or recordings taken at this event for publicity and promotion.
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Echo Rock Flowers: A Night on the Farm
2024-08-17 16:00 - 19:00 | Barlow Nature Preserve, 449 Westerly Bradford Rd, Westerly, RI 02891, USA
Join Stephanie Bennett, owner and operator of Echo Rock Flowers, for a magical evening and floral workshop on the farm. Stephanie will take you on a walking tour of the property as you head to the flower field. You will then gather around the workshop table for the floral design portion of the evening. This year guests will learn the techniques for designing in a compote centerpiece. You’ll finish the evening with seasonal provisions & libations as we sit and break bread together in the magical hour of twilight. On this night, you’ll play with flowers, engage your creative side, and have fun with new and old friends.
This event is hosted by Echo Rock Flowers, one of the two farms situated at Barlow Nature Preserve. All registrations will go through ERF.
For more information and to register, please click here.

Outdoor Yin & Yoga Nidra with BarreCoast
2024-08-11 09:00 - 10:00 | Winnapaug Farm Preserve, 117 Shore Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States, 117 Shore Rd, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Join us for an outdoor hour of self-care with Krystal Rose of BarreCoast. This special workshop yin/yoga nidra class will include just over an hour of slow, restorative yin yoga. Practice will be followed by an extended yoga nidra or guided meditation in savasana.

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Advanced registration is required. Click here to reserve your spot. Westerly Land Trust members, contact Erika Lebling at elebling@westerlylandtrust.org for reduced price registration of $10.

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See below for a full list of this summer’s BarreCoast/WLT workshops:
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Weekend Stewardship Volunteer Day -- Invasive Plants at Avondale
2024-08-04 08:00 - 10:00 | Avondale Farm Preserve, Quail Run, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Avondale Farm Preserve is where it all began for the Westerly Land Trust — it is not only our first conserved property, but a special place for wildlife and community. Once known as Lotteryville, one of the earliest European settlements in Westerly, Avondale is a place where coastal wildflower meadows, hayfields, shrublands and salt marsh meet the open mouth of Little Narragansett Bay. Its trails, fields and shores provide a home for agriculture, native biodiversity, community and inspiration.
Plant management in coastal grasslands like Avondale is essential, as these “edge” habitats are prime locations for invasive plants to take over and outcompete native vegetation. WLT uses primarily mechanical efforts, such as mowing, lopping and pulling, to keep invasive plants like porcelain berry and honeysuckle under control. Timing of these management efforts with the cycles of nature is key to their success.
Native wildlfowers, like this narrow-leaved mountain mint (Pycnanthemum tenuifolium), are often smothered and starved of sunlight by invasive plants.
Porcelain berry (Ampelopsis brevipeduculata), a member of the grape family native to northern China and Japan, was introduced to the United States in the 1870s. Its seeds are readily disbursed by mammals and birds.
So, on Sunday, August 4th from 8am to 10am, the WLT stewardship team needs your help! Join WLT’s Land Stewardship Manager in the meadows of Avondale Farm Preserve (Quail Run entrance) as we work to pull and control invasive plants before they go to seed. We will manually pull or lop invasive plants, remove the vegetation and romp through the blooming meadows.
Part work day, part plant ID walk, this Weekend Volunteer Stewardship Day will hopefully leave you feeling both accomplished and better informed!
If you are interested in available, we’d love your help! To sign-up please fill out the form below.
For more information, please email Marc at mdoherty@westerlylandtrust.org.
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1. Understand and acknowledge that I am proceeding at my own risk. I understand that WLT makes no warranties or representation, expressed or implied, regarding the condition or safety of the property itself or the activity to be done.
2. Agree to release, hold harmless and indemnify WLT (including its agents, employees and service volunteers) from any loss, liability or expense with respect to bodily injury (including death) or property damage which might result from or arise of my participation in these activities.PHOTO RELEASE *YesNoWLT and our partners may use photos/recordings to promote future programs. I (legal guardian if minor) grant WLT permission to use any and all photographs and/or recordings taken at this event for publicity and promotion.
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RIWPS First Thursday Botanizing Walk -- Grills Preserve (Rescheduled)
2024-07-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Grills Preserve, 198 Bowling Lane, Westerly, RI, 02808, United States
Join the Rhode Island Wild Plant Society for a Botanizing Walk at WLT’s Grill Preserve on Thursday, July 18th from 10am to 12pm.
To learn more or sign-up, visit the link to the RIWPS website below —
https://riwps.org/event/first-thursday-botanizing-walk-grills-preserve/

Outdoor Bootcamp with BarreCoast
2024-07-14 09:00 - 10:00 | Winnapaug Farm Preserve, 117 Shore Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States, 117 Shore Rd, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Join Sarah Rocketto of BarreCoast at the Winnapaug Farm Preserve for a one-hour, heart pumping, full body bootcamp workout. We will utilize bodyweight and resistance bands as you move, sweat and breathe in the outdoor summer air. A perfect summer workout and start to your Sunday!

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Advanced registration is required. Click here to reserve your spot. Westerly Land Trust members, contact Erika Lebling at elebling@westerlylandtrust.org for reduced price registration of $10. For a full list of Westerly Land Trust/BarreCoast partnerships, please click here.

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See below for a full list of this summer’s BarreCoast/WLT workshops:
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Pollinator Safari
2024-07-10 10:00 - 11:30 | Avondale Farm Preserve, Quail Run, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Get your bug nets ready and come explore the diverse population of pollinating insects right here in Westerly.

For this all-ages, family-friendly event, the Westerly Land Trust has assembled a top-notch team of pollinator experts from around the state:
Dr. Rachael Bonoan, head of the Providence College’s Pollinator Lab
Ren Johnson from URI’s Bee Lab
Toby Shaya, DEM’s Pollinator Atlas Entomologist
Dr. Bonoan will guide us through beautiful Avondale Farm Preserve where we will find, capture and identify the bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects doing the critical work of keeping our local ecosystems in balance. Get up close to these winged critters and learn how to use “bug vacuums”, nets, and field guides to catch, identify, and release some amazing pollinators. Learn from the experts how pollinators do their jobs, why they are important, and what we can do to help them!
Please prepare to romp out in the sun and tall grass; sturdy shoes, pants, sun/bug protection and water are recommended. There are no restroom facilities at Avondale, so plan accordingly.
Parking- Park at the Quail Run parking lot. Overflow parking will be available at Grassland Way. Please meet at Quail Run Parking lot at 10:00 AM.

Registration is required.
Event is open to ALL ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Children under 12 are FREE.
Event is FREE for WLT members and $10 for not-yet-members.
Click here to become a member today!

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Farm Squad: Soaring Hawks (Grade 2-4)
2024-07-09 12:00 - 2024-08-01 14:00 | Barlow Nature Preserve, 449 Westerly Bradford Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Program is open to students going into grades 2-4 that attend WPS. The Soaring Hawk Farm Squad will explore more advance farming practices.

Grab your friends and join our Farm Squad! Get ready to get your hands dirty and discover what it takes to be a farmer. Each Tuesday and Thursday for 4 weeks this summer we will gather at Barlow Nature Preserve (home to Frontier Farm and Echo Rock Flowers), to explore different entities of the farming world; planting, pollinators, water quality, soil health, biodiversity around the farm, harvesting, composting, and even raising caterpillars to butterflies!!
Tuesdays & Thursdays: July 9 – August 1 (8 total programs) 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Participants must attend a WPS Elementary School (SES, DCS, SSS)
Program is FREE thanks to a partnership with Westerly Public Schools.
Transportation to and from program is required.
Please use the student name when registering.
Spots are limited

Questions- please email Lauren Barber, lbarber@westerylandtrust.org or call 401-315-2610 x1.

Farm Squad: Flying Squirrels (Grade K-1)
2024-07-09 09:30 - 2024-08-01 11:30 | Barlow Nature Preserve, 449 Westerly Bradford Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
This program is open to students going into grades K – 1 that attend a Westerly Public Elementary School.

Grab your friends and join our Farm Squad! Get ready to get your hands dirty and discover what it takes to be a farmer. Each Tuesday and Thursday for 4 weeks this summer, we will gather at Barlow Nature Preserve (home to Frontier Farm and Echo Rock Flowers), to explore different entities of the farming world; planting, pollinators, water quality, soil health, biodiversity around the farm, harvesting, composting, and even raising caterpillars to butterflies!!
Tuesdays & Thursdays: July 9 – August 1 (8 total programs) 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Participants must attend a WPS Elementary School (SES, DCS, SSS)
Program is FREE thanks to a partnership with Westerly Public Schools.
Transportation to and from program is required.
Please use the student name when registering.
Spots are limited

Questions- please email Lauren Barber, lbarber@westerylandtrust.org or call 401-315-2610 x1.

Westerly Library and Wilcox Park: Lunch & Learn
2024-07-01 12:00 - 13:00 | Westerly Library and Wilcox Park, Terrace Room, 44 Broad Street, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
This 6-week series hosted by Westerly Library and Wilcox Park focuses on conservation and the environment. On Monday, July 1st, WLT’s Conservation Programs Manager Lauren Barber has been invited to lead a discussion on the Land Trust’s conservation efforts. Following the lunch, the group will venture outdoors to Wilcox Park’s pollinator garden to catch, ID and release pollinators.
For more information and to register, please follow this link:
https://www.westerlylibrary.org/event/lunch-learn-westerly-land-trust?recur_number=0&_wrapper_format=html

Summer Solstice Yoga with BarreCoast
2024-06-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Winnapaug Farm Preserve, 117 Shore Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States, 117 Shore Rd, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Come to Winnapaug Farm Preserve to celebrate the summer solstice and the longest day of the year with a special outdoor Somatic Yoga Class ending with Yoga Nidra led by Amanda Gray of BarreCoast.
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Advanced registration is required. Click here to reserve your spot. Westerly Land Trust members, contact Erika Lebling at elebling@westerlylandtrust.org for reduced price registration of $10. For a full list of Westerly Land Trust/BarreCoast partnerships, please click here.
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Bring your yoga mat, another mat or sheet/blanket to place underneath and a bottle of water. The Winnapaug Farm Preserve is at 117 Shore Road Westerly, RI off of Winnapaug Road. From Winnapaug Road take a left onto Shore Road and go to the second red gate, approximately 1/8 a mile down on the right hand side where you will park and walk 20 steps to where you will practice.
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Kayak, Yoga, Float & Flow
2024-06-19 17:00 - 19:30 | 197 Potter Hill Rd, 197 Potter Hill Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Start your adventure with a guided yoga session at WLT’s Flora Whiteley Preserve to warm up for a beautiful paddle on the Pawcatuck River.
Certified yoga teacher, Janice Fifer, will guide us through sun salutations, focusing on hip and shoulder openers to prepare for a paddle up the Pawcatuck River. We will stop along the way for more yoga, a short meditation and then ride the river’s gentle current back to the put-in point. The evening will end with relaxation and a closing circle. This is a moderate paddle for experienced kayakers, with the emphasis on relaxing and enjoying nature.
What to bring: BYO Kayak, Paddle, Life Jacket, Yoga Mat, Large Towel (to put under your yoga mat), Water, Bug Repellent. Be aware that your shoes will get wet and muddy.
Please note: Rhode Island State Regulations require that everyone, regardless of age, MUST wear a US Coast Guard approved life jacket, fastened in the manner the manufacturer intended.
This event is FREE for members, and $10 per person for not-yet members. If you’d like to become a member, please click here.
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