Thursday Hike: Morgan Pond, Ledyard
2022-05-19 10:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Morgan Pond, Ledyard, CT
On this hike, we will explore trails around Morgan and Rosamond ponds on Groton Utility land (not open to the public). Mid May is the peak season for migrant birds and spring wildflowers. Wide paths lead through woodland and wetland habitats with open views across the water along the way. Meet at the small parking area/rest stop along the north side of Sandy Hollow Roadd (Ledyard). Space is limited, so please carpool if possible.
To sign up, please contact hike leader: Maggie Jones, (860) 941-7682 and email: margarettljones@gmail.com
Please keep in mind that these are wooded trails with stumps, roots and rocks so be sure to wear hiking boots or good walking shoes. Make sure you bring water and maybe a snack. Hikes leave promptly so please be on time.
NOTE: This event is FREE to all. Inclement weather cancels and if in doubt, contact leader.
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Due to the Covid:

We realize lots of people have concerns about getting together. Therefore, please sign up with leader so that person will know how many are coming. If no one signs up the leader may not show up.
Social distancing of 6’ apart.
Everyone needs to have a face mask in case it is needed.
Carpooling is up to the leader. Keep in mind some folks may be uncomfortable having someone share their vehicle. An alternate way is to caravan.

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FLUORESCENT ORANGE REQUIREMENTS:
In State Management areas everyone is required to wear 200 square inches of solid daylight fluorescent orange from the second Saturday in September to the last day of February and the last Thursday in April to the last day in May, annually.

Yoga in the Preserve- BarreCoast
2022-05-21 11:00 - 12:00 | Winnapaug Farm Preserve, 117 Shore Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States, 117 Shore Rd, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
To honor the intersection of land conservation and mental and physical health, the Westerly Land Trust is thrilled to partner with BarreCoast for a third year of outdoor yoga at Winnapaug Farm Preserve. Join us as we practice vinyasa flow in the field while breathing in the fresh air and taking in the natural beauty that surrounds us.
The Westerly Land Trust would like to offer 10 complimentary spots to our members. To reserve your spot, please email Lauren at lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org. Please note, reservations are made on a first come, first served basis, and all people in your party must be WLT members.
If you would like to become a member today please CLICK HERE.

Thursday Hike: Riverwood Preserve
2022-05-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Riverwood Preserve, 5 Boy Scout Drive, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
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.
To sign up, please contact hike leader: Marc Doherty, (401) 315-2610, ext. 4 (w), (508) 308-9787 (c), and email: mdoherty@westerlylandtrust.org
Please keep in mind that these are wooded trails with stumps, roots and rocks so be sure to wear hiking boots or good walking shoes. Make sure you bring water and maybe a snack. Hikes leave promptly so please be on time.
NOTE: This event is FREE to all. Inclement weather cancels and if in doubt, contact leader.
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Due to the Covid:

We realize lots of people have concerns about getting together. Therefore, please sign up with leader so that person will know how many are coming. If no one signs up the leader may not show up.
Social distancing of 6’ apart.
Everyone needs to have a face mask in case it is needed.
Carpooling is up to the leader. Keep in mind some folks may be uncomfortable having someone share their vehicle. An alternate way is to caravan.

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FLUORESCENT ORANGE REQUIREMENTS:
In State Management areas everyone is required to wear 200 square inches of solid daylight fluorescent orange from the second Saturday in September to the last day of February and the last Thursday in April to the last day in May, annually.

Thursday Hike: Crandall Family Preserve
2022-06-02 10:00 - 11:30 | Crandall Family Preserve, 79 Pound Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
This flat walk in WLT’s preserve is through an interesting variety of woods, which are surrounded by extensive Atlantic White cedar swamp and open peatlands. Hopefully, some mountain laurel will have bloomed. Park in the parking area on the left prior to the end of Pound Road (do not block the gates), which is off Rte 91, Westerly Bradford Road.
To sign up, please contact hike leader: Sheilia Beattie,(401) 741-9240 and email: stb@threeblackdogs.com
Please keep in mind that these are wooded trails with stumps, roots and rocks so be sure to wear hiking boots or good walking shoes. Make sure you bring water and maybe a snack. Hikes leave promptly so please be on time.
NOTE: This event is FREE to all. Inclement weather cancels and if in doubt, contact leader.
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Due to the Covid:

We realize lots of people have concerns about getting together. Therefore, please sign up with leader so that person will know how many are coming. If no one signs up the leader may not show up.
Social distancing of 6’ apart.
Everyone needs to have a face mask in case it is needed.
Carpooling is up to the leader. Keep in mind some folks may be uncomfortable having someone share their vehicle. An alternate way is to caravan.

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FLUORESCENT ORANGE REQUIREMENTS:
In State Management areas everyone is required to wear 200 square inches of solid daylight fluorescent orange from the second Saturday in September to the last day of February and the last Thursday in April to the last day in May, annually.

Secret Suppers-SOLD OUT!
2022-06-04 17:30 - 21:00 | Barlow Nature Preserve, 449 Westerly Bradford Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
The Westerly Land Trust’s 2022 Secret Suppers is SOLD OUT! Thank you to all who made reservations.

Secret Suppers is an exciting night with a bit of mystery. You won’t know where or with whom you’ll be dining until that very evening at a cocktail reception held at the Barlow Nature Preserve. This is more than just a sneak peek inside some of the most elegant homes in Westerly, Weekapaug, and Watch Hill. You will be seated at the dinner table, sharing a thoughtful meal, connecting with neighbors and new friends you may have only just met. Each home is located on or near a cherished Westerly Land Trust property, showcasing the importance of preserving Westerly’s natural beauty. Proceeds will directly benefit the Westerly Land Trust’s conservation efforts.
Please direct questions about this event to Erika at elebling@westerlylandtrust.org.

Forest Bathing- Dr. Deirdre O’Connor- FULL
2022-06-05 13:30 - 16:00 | Wahaneeta Preserve, 118 Moorehouse Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
This experience is FULL, if you would like to be added to the waitlist, please email Lauren Barber at lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org
Slow down, awaken your senses and connect with Nature as you luxuriate in a Forest Bath!
Join Dr. 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.
To sign up for this event please email: lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org with the following information:

Email subject: Forest Bathing
Include: All attendee’s names and cell phone numbers

This experience is brought to you by Dr. Deirdre O’Connor. Each walk is $30 per person which Deirdre has generously pledged to donate to the Westerly Land Trust.
Dr. Deirdre O’Connor is a Certified Forest Therapy Guide through the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy. She practiced Naturopathic Medicine in Mystic, CT for over three decades where she was the founder and former Clinical Director of Natura Medica – The Center for Natural Medicine. Deirdre is delighted to continue 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.
**Please note: Spots are limited. If you sign up and can no longer participate, please let us know so that we can open this experience to others on our waitlist.

Famers Market
2022-06-08 15:00 - 18:00 | 85 Main Street, 85 Main Street, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Eat Fresh. Support Local.
For more information on our Farmers Market and vendors CLICK HERE.

Thursday Hike: Wahaneeta Preserve- RESCHEDULED TO FRIDAY
2022-06-10 10:00 - 13:00 | Wahaneeta Preserve, 118 Moorehouse Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Rescheduled to Friday do to inclement weather.
Join us for an end of season get together, as we wrap up our Thursday Hikes and welcome our Thursday Paddles. For this final Thursday Hike of the season, we will start at Wahaneeta Preserve. The preserve is on left side of Moorehouse Road off Dunns Corner-Bradford Road. Turn in at Trombino Fields sign. All parking must be inside Preserve. After the hike we will return to the starting point and have a picnic at the pavilion. Bring your own lunch, beverage and lawn chair.
To sign up, please contact hike leader: David Prigmore, (401)348-2855, and email: d.bprigmore@gmail.com
Please keep in mind that these are wooded trails with stumps, roots and rocks so be sure to wear hiking boots or good walking shoes. Make sure you bring water and maybe a snack. Hikes leave promptly so please be on time.
NOTE: This event is FREE to all. Inclement weather cancels and if in doubt, contact leader.
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Due to the Covid:

We realize lots of people have concerns about getting together. Therefore, please sign up with leader so that person will know how many are coming. If no one signs up the leader may not show up.
Social distancing of 6’ apart.
Everyone needs to have a face mask in case it is needed.
Carpooling is up to the leader. Keep in mind some folks may be uncomfortable having someone share their vehicle. An alternate way is to caravan.

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FLUORESCENT ORANGE REQUIREMENTS:
In State Management areas everyone is required to wear 200 square inches of solid daylight fluorescent orange from the second Saturday in September to the last day of February and the last Thursday in April to the last day in May, annually.

Farmers Market
2022-06-15 15:00 - 18:00 | 85 Main Street, 85 Main Street, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Eat Fresh. Support Local.
For more information on our Farmers Market and vendors CLICK HERE.
Music brought to you by Sarah Luanne Thompson.

Bloomin' Brunch- FULL
2022-06-18 10:30 - 12:30 | Crandall Family Preserve, 79 Pound Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
This event is FULL.
Join us for a guided hike through Crandall Family Preserve and walk through the forest of mountain laurel and rhododendrons. We will end the hike at the overlook where we will gather for a light brunch and mimosas. The trail we will be hiking is only accessible through special guided hikes such as this event. You won’t want to miss these plentiful blooms that line the trails in every direction.
This event is FREE for members, and $10 per person for non-members. Not a member, but would like to be? Click here!
**Please note: Spots are limited. If you sign up and can no longer participate please let us know so that we can open this experience to others on our waitlist and prepare the proper amount of refreshments.
