The Westerly Land Trust

Thursday Hike: Burlingame Campground & Kimball Wildlife Refuge
2022-03-31 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Burlingame Campground & Kimball Wildlife Refuge
Join us for our free-guided trail walks on Thursdays. Walks are open to all ages with our target group being agile seniors. 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. If the weather is icy you should bring stabilizers or something for traction. If a lot of snow bring snowshoes. Be aware that our hikes leave promptly so be on time!
The trail, including Kettle Pond, the Kimball Bird Sanctuary and portions of Burlingame State Park, will range between 2 and 4 miles depending on the weather. It has a few short, steep pitches, otherwise flat. Meet at Kettle Pond Visitor Center, US Fish & Wildlife Service, 50 Bend Road, Charlestown.
To sign up please contact leader: Tom Godbout, (401) 871-2452 (c), email: trga678@outlook.com
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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 you or 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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PLEASE NOTE:

Inclement weather cancels and if in doubt, contact leader.
If you wish to bring a dog please contact the leader as some properties do not allow them.
However, if a dog is present they must be leashed at all times.
If you wish to get the hiking schedule emailed to you contact Lauren Barber,
lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org and ask her to put you on the Thursday hiking group email list.

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: Candlewood Ridge and Avery Farm Nature Preserve, Groton, CT
2022-03-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Candlewood Ridge and Avery Farm Nature Preserve, Groton, CT
Join us for our free-guided trail walks on Thursdays. Walks are open to all ages with our target group being agile seniors. 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. If the weather is icy you should bring stabilizers or something for traction. If a lot of snow bring snowshoes. Be aware that our hikes leave promptly so be on time!
Candlewood Ridge and Avery Farm Nature Preserve is owned and managed by Groton Open Space Association (GOSA) along with contiguous town property, comprise over 430 acres of high-quality wildlife habitat. A wonderful trail system showcases the diversity and rugged beauty of the landscape’s ridges, valleys, wetlands, shrublands and meadows. Meet at the end of Lambtown Road, heading north off the Gold Star Highway (Rt 184) where it dead ends at a parking area.
To sign up please contact leader: Maggie Jones, (860) 941-7682 email: margarettljones@gmail.com
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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 you or 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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PLEASE NOTE:

Inclement weather cancels and if in doubt, contact leader.
If you wish to bring a dog please contact the leader as some properties do not allow them.
However, if a dog is present they must be leashed at all times.
If you wish to get the hiking schedule emailed to you contact Lauren Barber,
lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org and ask her to put you on the Thursday hiking group email list.

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.

Spring Equinox: Yoga Hike
2022-03-20 11:00 - 12:30 | Grills Preserve, 198 Bowling Lane, Westerly, RI, 02808, United States
Celebrate The Equinox and the start of Spring with yoga on the trails of The Westerly Land Trust. Janice Fifer, yoga teacher and outdoor enthusiast, will lead this adventure at Grills Preserve. This experience will begin at the trailhead with centering and a short breathing practice, followed by a slow, silent walk, looking for signs of Spring, on the way to Big Rock. Once there participants can share their observations and Janice will lead a series of standing yoga poses. Picking up the pace the hike will proceed to Big Hill for some guided meditation. Then on to the Polly Coon Bridge for some more yoga! After pausing on the bridge to take in the sound of water flowing over rocks, it’s back to where we started for a closing circle.
No need for a yoga mat. Consider bringing an old towel or garden kneeling cushion to make sitting on the ground more comfortable. All levels welcome, no yoga experience necessary.
To sign up for this event please email: lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org with the following information:

Email subject: Yoga Hike
Include: All attendee’s names

This event is FREE for members, and $10 per person for non-members.
**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.

Lucky Leprechaun Hike
2022-03-18 17:00 - 18:30 | Riverwood Preserve, 5 Boy Scout Drive, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with us on the trails of Riverwood Preserve. It’s time to say goodbye to winter and welcome the spring and the many shades of green it brings with it. Wear your favorite green shirt and enjoy some themed beverages and snacks.
To sign up for this event please email: lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org with the following information:

Email subject: Lucky Leprechaun Hike
Include: All attendee’s names

This event is FREE for members, and $10 per person for non-members. Not a member and 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.

Thursday Hike: Crown Farm Preserve, Hopkinton
2022-03-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Crown Farm Preserve, Hopkinton
Join us for our free-guided trail walks on Thursdays. Walks are open to all ages with our target group being agile seniors. 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. If the weather is icy you should bring stabilizers or something for traction. If a lot of snow bring snowshoes. Be aware that our hikes leave promptly so be on time!
A moderate 3 mile walk in part of Hopkinton Land Trust’s North – South Tomaquaq Valley Greenway. Directions from Westerly: Rte 91 to Bradford, left on Rte 216N, .3 mi. to right on Tomaquag Road, 1.2 mi. to parking lot on right. From points north: I-95S to exit 2, left onto Woodville – Alton Road, past Woodville Road, to left on Collins Road, right on Rte 91, right on Rte 216N, .3 mile to right on Tomaquag Road, and 1.2 mile to parking lot on right.
To sign up please call Co-Leaders: Geoff and Susan Sewall (401-377-2826)
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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 you or 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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PLEASE NOTE:

Inclement weather cancels and if in doubt, contact leader.
If you wish to bring a dog please contact the leader as some properties do not allow them.
However, if a dog is present they must be leashed at all times.
If you wish to get the hiking schedule emailed to you contact Lauren Barber,
lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org and ask her to put you on the Thursday hiking group email list.

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: Grills Preserve, Bradford
2022-03-10 10:00 - 12:30 | Grills Preserve, 198 Bowling Lane, Westerly, RI, 02808, United States
Join us for our free-guided trail walks on Thursdays. Walks are open to all ages with our target group being agile seniors. 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. If the weather is icy you should bring stabilizers or something for traction. If a lot of snow bring snowshoes. Be aware that our hikes leave promptly so be on time!
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.
To sign up please contact leader: Sheilia Beattie, 401-741-9240 email: stb@threeblackdogs.com
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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 you or the leader. Keep in mind some folks may be uncomfortable having
someone share their vehicle. An alternate way is to caravan.
**************************************************************************
PLEASE NOTE:

Inclement weather cancels and if in doubt, contact leader.
If you wish to bring a dog please contact the leader as some properties do not allow them.
However, if a dog is present they must be leashed at all times.
If you wish to get the hiking schedule emailed to you contact Lauren Barber,
lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org and ask her to put you on the Thursday hiking group email list.

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: Woody Hill Wildlife Management Area, Westerly
2022-03-03 09:00 - 13:00 | Woody Hill Wildlife Management Area, Westerly
Join us for our free-guided trail walks on Thursdays. Walks are open to all ages with our target group being agile seniors. 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. If the weather is icy you should bring stabilizers or something for traction. If a lot of snow bring snowshoes. Be aware that our hikes leave promptly so be on time!
The Woody Hill Wildlife Management Area was purchased by the state in 1936 and consists of over 700 acres and 12 old homesites, now largely buried in deep woods. While much of the landscape is now nearly impassable due to greenbrier, there are extensive trails allowing for passage without major bodily harm. What makes the management area so interesting to me are the stone structures left behind by both the Native American population as well as the colonial and post colonial peoples who once inhabited the land. This hike will take you to many interesting and somewhat enigmatic sites where stonework is nearly all that remains. We will visit quarries, homestead sites, and ceremonial stone structures left behind by the indigenous population. While much of the hike is on trails, the landscape can be stoney, so walking sticks are strongly advised. As the hike proceeds at the pace of the slowest hiker, it is hard to predict the overall time but it should be around 4 hours. Bringing a snack and water is highly advised. Directions to parking lot: Heading East out of Westerly on RT 1, go past the old Bennys at Dunn’s Corner. Take a left turn onto South Woody Hill Road – right before the new, large, walk-in medical facility on the left. Go just over 1.4 miles to the end of South Woody Hill Road and turn left on Fallon Trail. Go just over .2 miles and you will see new homes under construction on a side road on the right and a sign to the RIDEM parking lot. Park all the way down at the end. Questions – email Marc.
To sign up please contact leader: Mark Starr, email: Jstarr@snet.net
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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 you or the leader. Keep in mind some folks may be uncomfortable having
someone share their vehicle. An alternate way is to caravan.
**************************************************************************
PLEASE NOTE:

Inclement weather cancels and if in doubt, contact leader.
If you wish to bring a dog please contact the leader as some properties do not allow them.
However, if a dog is present they must be leashed at all times.
If you wish to get the hiking schedule emailed to you contact Lauren Barber,
lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org and ask her to put you on the Thursday hiking group email list.

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: Sheets Preserve, Stonington, CT
2022-02-24 09:45 - 12:15 | RI
Join us for our free-guided trail walks on Thursdays. Walks are open to all ages with our target group being agile seniors. 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. If the weather is icy you should bring stabilizers or something for traction. If a lot of snow bring snowshoes. Be aware that our hikes leave promptly so be on time!
This is a new Avalonia Land Conservancy property. Since it is a new hike and parking is very limited we will need to carpool. You will be meeting Sally Hanson @ the Park-n-Ride on Rte 3 (Exit
1 from I-95).
To sign up please contact leader: Carl Tjerandsen, (860) 608- 7224 (c) email: ctjerandsen@gmail.com
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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 you or the leader. Keep in mind some folks may be uncomfortable having
someone share their vehicle. An alternate way is to caravan.
**************************************************************************
PLEASE NOTE:

Inclement weather cancels and if in doubt, contact leader.
If you wish to bring a dog please contact the leader as some properties do not allow them.
However, if a dog is present they must be leashed at all times.
If you wish to get the hiking schedule emailed to you contact Lauren Barber,
lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org and ask her to put you on the Thursday hiking group email list.

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: Wahaneeta Preserve/Woody Hill Management Area
2022-02-17 10:00 - 11:30 | Wahaneeta Preserve, 118 Moorehouse Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Join us for our free-guided trail walks on Thursdays. Walks are open to all ages with our target group being agile seniors. 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. If the weather is icy you should bring stabilizers or something for traction. If a lot of snow bring snowshoes. Be aware that our hikes leave promptly so be on time!
This is a walking tour of the WLT’s Wahaneeta Preserve and a small section of the adjoining Woody Hill Management Area. This hike will be about 3 miles long, wooded single-trach trails. We will go past old stone foundations, wells, a historical cemetery, and several streams.
Directions: Parking will be available @ Wahaneeta Preserve, 118 Moorhouse Road, Westerly. The gate will be open; drive through the gate and park in the field @ Wahaneeta.
To sign up please contact leader: Jeff Walker, 401-447-1879 email: Jeffrey.walker@cox.net
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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 you or the leader. Keep in mind some folks may be uncomfortable having
someone share their vehicle. An alternate way is to caravan.
**************************************************************************
PLEASE NOTE:

Inclement weather cancels and if in doubt, contact leader.
If you wish to bring a dog please contact the leader as some properties do not allow them.
However, if a dog is present they must be leashed at all times.
If you wish to get the hiking schedule emailed to you contact Lauren Barber,
lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org and ask her to put you on the Thursday hiking group email list.

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.

Souper Bowl Hike LVI
2022-02-12 10:30 - 12:30 | Wahaneeta Preserve, 118 Moorehouse Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Kick-off the New Year with an All-Ages Hike at Wahaneeta Preserve! Join fellow hiking superstars on Saturday, February 12 from 10:30 – 12:30 PM for a pass around the preserve and then score a bowl of soup! Vegetarian and vegan options available.
To sign up for this event please email: lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org with the following information:

Email subject: Souper Bowl Hike
Include: All attendee’s names

This event is FREE for members, and $10 per person for non-members.
**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.
Parking will be available in the field at 118 Moorhouse Road, Westerly (Wahaneeta Preserve). In an effort to promote sustainability, consider bringing your own bowl and spoon to reduce waste. Cups, plasticware, and paper bowls will still be provided.
