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SUMMARY:Wednesday Wonder Walk - Sprout Scouts
DESCRIPTION:March’s theme is Sprout Scouts. Come walk\, wonder\, and grow with us.\n\n\nWe 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 naturally as they explore. By connecting families to the land and encouraging stewardship\, we hope to inspire the next generation to care for—and protect—the wild places around them. \nEach session invites children and their families to slow down\, look closely\, and discover the magic of the natural world together. Every month features a new theme and a new Westerly Land Trust property\, giving young explorers the chance to get to know their local environment in a meaningful and memorable way. \nMarch’s theme is Sprout Scouts and will be held at Barlow Nature Preserve. We will head out on a wonder walk to search for early signs of life waking beneath the cold New England landscape. Along our walk we invite you to look closely for swelling buds\, stubborn green shoots pushing through the soil\, moss on rocks\, and tiny seedlings glowing in sunny patches. With careful observation and curious minds\, we will discover how plants prepare for spring long before the weather warms. After exploring\, we will sow seeds to give new life a gentle head start for the seasons to come. \n\nPrograms are NO COST thanks to generous community support\nRegistration is required for all participants\nAn adult must accompany their child/children during program. This is a great way to adventure together!\nParking is available on sight.\n\nAbout the Hosts \nWildRoots Play is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a community where children and families can nurture connection\, holistic development\, and Earth stewardship through immersive experiences in nature and play. \nThe Westerly Land Trust (WLT) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to conserving open space\, revitalizing neighborhoods\, and building community in Westerly\, Rhode Island. By preserving and managing lands like Barlow Nature Preserve\, WLT provides opportunities for education\, recreation\, and engagement with the natural world. \nWLT & WildRoots Wednesday Wonder Walks Schedule \n– Wednesday\, Dec 10- Terrific Trees (Wahaneeta Preserve) \n– Wednesday\, Jan 14- Feather Friends (Grills Preserve) \n– Wednesday\, Feb 18- Rhody Rocks (Glacier) \n– Wednesday\, March 11- Sprout Scouts (Barlow) \n– Wednesday\, April 22 (Earth Day!)- Habitat Hunters (Champlin) \n– Wednesday\, May 13- Eco Engineers (Mastuxet Brook South) \n– Wednesday\, June 17- Buds & Bugs (Avondale)
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/wednesday-wonder-walk-sprout-scouts/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED: Winter Tree Identification Lecture
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED\n\nExplore how to identify Rhode Island’s winter trees by observing bark\, buds\, and branches in this introductory lecture.\n\n\nIdentifying 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 Barlow Nature Preserve for an introduction to the trees of Rhode Island\, their roles in our ecosystem\, and how to identify them. \nAfter gaining some knowledge in the classroom\, be sure to sign up for one of the upcoming Winter Tree Identification walks at Grills Preserve. Winter Tree ID Walk #1 on Friday\, March 6th\, at 11 am or Winter Tree ID Walk #2 on Wednesday\, March 11th\, at 10 am. \n\nRegistration required; spots are limited.\n\n\nNot a member and would like to be? CLICK HERE.\n\n\nParking is available in the main lot at Barlow\, with overflow parking available in the field up the farm road.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/winter-tree-identification-lecture/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Stewardship
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SUMMARY:Land Leaders
DESCRIPTION:A student-led event where young learners share the knowledge and skills they’ve gained through hands-on experiences with the land.\n\n\nJoin 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 nature art\, hiking\, and more. \nAs you visit each station\, you’ll explore together\, talk about what you’re seeing\, and collect stamps for your adventure passport. Students get to share what they’ve learned\, and adults get a window into how they experience the world around them. \nThis event is all about connection: adult to student\, family to land\, and community to conservation. \nKnow Before You Go! \n\nPrograms are NO COST thanks to generous community support.\nOpen to all ages!\nRegistration is required for all participants.\nAn adult must accompany their child/children during the program. This is a great opportunity to adventure together!\nParking is available in the main lot at Barlow Nature Preserve\, with overflow parking in the field behind the outbuildings to the east (up the farm road).\nThis program will be both inside and outside. Please wear warm layers.\nWLT is able to offer ALL youth programs for FREE thanks to generous community support. If you’d like to help keep programming free and transportation available for after-school enrichment\, please consider donating!
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/land-leaders/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Wonder Walk - Rhody Rocks
DESCRIPTION:February theme is Rhody Rocks. Come walk\, wonder\, and grow with us.\n\n\nWe 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 naturally as they explore. By connecting families to the land and encouraging stewardship\, we hope to inspire the next generation to care for—and protect—the wild places around them. \nEach session invites children and their families to slow down\, look closely\, and discover the magic of the natural world together. Every month features a new theme and a new Westerly Land Trust property\, giving young explorers the chance to get to know their local environment in a meaningful and memorable way. \nFebruary’s theme is Rhody Rocks and will be held at Dr. John Champlin Glacier Park . Through playful discovery\, gentle guidance\, and curiosity-driven exploration\, we will search for stones\, glacial erratics\, and other rocky clues that reveal how glaciers once shaped Rhode Island’s landscape. Along the way\, young naturalists will practice careful observation\, deepen their connection to the region’s ancient geology\, and uncover the hidden stories carried in the stones scattered across our preserve. \n\nPrograms are NO COST thanks to generous community support\nRegistration is required for all participants\nAn adult must accompany their child/children during program. This is a great way to adventure together!\nCar pooling is ideal for this sight. Parking instructions will be emailed out closer to the program date.\n\nAbout the Hosts \nWildRoots Play is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a community where children and families can nurture connection\, holistic development\, and Earth stewardship through immersive experiences in nature and play. \nThe Westerly Land Trust (WLT) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to conserving open space\, revitalizing neighborhoods\, and building community in Westerly\, Rhode Island. By preserving and managing lands like Barlow Nature Preserve\, WLT provides opportunities for education\, recreation\, and engagement with the natural world. \nWLT & WildRoots Wednesday Wonder Walks Schedule \n– Wednesday\, Dec 10- Terrific Trees (Wahaneeta Preserve) \n– Wednesday\, Jan 14- Feather Friends (Grills Preserve) \n– Wednesday\, Feb 18- Rhody Rocks (Glacier) \n– Wednesday\, March 11- Sprout Scouts (Barlow) \n– Wednesday\, April 22 (Earth Day!)- Habitat Hunters (Champlin) \n– Wednesday\, May 13- Eco Engineers (Mastuxet Brook South) \n– Wednesday\, June 17- Buds & Bugs (Avondale)
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/wednesday-wonder-walk-rhody-rocks/
LOCATION:Dr. John Champlin Glacier Park\, 5 Kettle Close\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T193000
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SUMMARY:Valentine Trellis Class with Plants by the Village
DESCRIPTION:Join the Westerly Land Trust and Plants by the Village to make a unique heart-shaped Valentine Trellis!\n\n\n\nCelebrate Valentine’s season with a hands-on Heart Trellis Planting Class\, where creativity meets community 🌿❤️ \nIn this guided workshop\, you’ll plant a String of Hearts and train it to grow along a heart-shaped trellis—a beautiful living piece that’s perfect for your home or as a meaningful gift. The heart trellis is pre-made and included in the class; your focus will be planting\, wrapping\, and styling your plant for long-term growth. \nThis class is relaxed and beginner-friendly\, with step-by-step instruction and all materials provided. You’ll leave with a planted and styled String of Hearts ready to thrive. \nGiving Back:\nOf the $65 class fee\, $10 from each ticket will be donated to the Westerly Land Trust to support the preservation of local open spaces and natural habitats. \nCreate something lovely\, enjoy a cozy creative experience\, and support a wonderful local cause—all in the spirit of Valentine’s Day. \n💝 Ticket Price: $65\n🌱 Includes: String of Hearts plant\, heart-shaped trellis\, planting materials\, instructions\, and a $10 donation to Westerly Land Trust \n\nCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP!
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/valentine-trellis-class-with-plants-by-the-village/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:WLT Partner Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T123000
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SUMMARY:Thursday Hike: Grills Preserve
DESCRIPTION:February 2\, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM Grills Preserve\, Bradford \nThis 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. \n\n\n\nPlease contact the hike leader to let them know you will be joining. \nLeader: Marc Doherty           Phone: 508-308-9787               Email: mdoherty@westerlylandtrust.org \nFluorescent Orange Requirements \n\nIn 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.\n500 square inches by all hunters (including archers)and all users of management areas and undeveloped state parks during all portions of shotgun deer seasons.\n\nClick to view the full Thursday Hike Schedule
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/thursday-hike-grills-preserve-8/
LOCATION:Grills Preserve\, 198 Bowling Lane\, Westerly\, RI\, 02808\, United States
CATEGORIES:Thursday Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T140000
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SUMMARY:Souper Bowl Hike LX
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the New Year with a hike at Barlow Nature Preserve followed by a feast of soups!\n\nLOCATION CHANGE: Barlow Nature Preserve\n\n\n\nAll ages are welcome!\nRegistration required and spots are limited.\nParking is available in the field at Wahaneeta Preserve.\nTo reduce waste\, please consider bringing your own bowl and spoon\nFluorescent orange is required! We will have some to share.\n\nThis event is $10 for WLT members\, and $20 per person for non-members. Not a member\, but would like to be? Click here.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/souper-bowl-hike-lx/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Rd\, Westerly\, RI 02891\, USA
CATEGORIES:Event Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T110000
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SUMMARY:****CANCELED*** Volunteer Stewardship Day - Champlin Farm Preserve
DESCRIPTION:***Due to the snow and forecasted weather\, this event has been canceled. \nKeep your eye out for another weekend stewardship opportunity in the coming weeks.\n\n_____________________________________________________________________\nHelp WLT remove invasive woody plants at Champlin Farm Preserve\n\n\nWith the trails and parking well established at the new Champlin Farm Preserve\, it is time to turn our stewardship efforts towards creating healthy\, native ecosystems. Winter is the best time to manage invasive woody plants such as autumn olive and burning bush. Join WLT in removing these shrubs near an old homestead site and creating brush piles for wildlife. \nDress to work outside and bring a water bottle\, a pair of work gloves\, loppers\, and a small pruning saw if available. \nQuestions? Email Marc at mdoherty@westerlylandtrust.org.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/volunteer-stewardship-day-champlin-farm-preserve/
LOCATION:Champlin Farm Preserve\, 64 boombridge Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Stewardship
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260202
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SUMMARY:Regenerative Agriculture Conference at the Westerly Armory
DESCRIPTION:The Third Regenerative Agriculture Conference returns to the Westerly Armory for a two-day gathering of farmers\, gardeners\, scientists\, and community members focused on soil health\, sustainable food systems\, and regenerative practices. \nPresentations\, vendors\, demonstrations\, a seed swap\, and a book table will be featured throughout the weekend. Full schedule\, speaker information\, and additional details are available in the event flyer below. \nAdmission \n\n$35 for one day\n$60 for both days\nPurchase tickets at: https://www.westerlyarmory.com\n\nContact Ellie with any questions: RegenerativeAgricultureWeekend@gmail.com \n \n 
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/regenerative-agriculture-conference-at-the-westerly-armory/
LOCATION:Westerly Armory\, 41 Railroad Avenue\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T173000
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SUMMARY:Native Seed Sowing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Discover how to grow native plants and support local wildlife in this hands-on seed-sowing workshop.\n\n\nAs native biodiversity declines and habitat is lost\, it is more important than ever that we all make space where we can for native wildlife. Join WLT and our friends from the RI Natural History Survey and the RI Wild Plant Society for an introduction to propagating native plants. Following a brief lecture\, attendees will grab a milk jug and sow some native perennial seeds of their own. A great event for all ages! \n\nRegistration required; spots are limited.\nThis event is no cost for WLT members and $10 per person for non-members. Not a member and would like to be? CLICK HERE.\n\n\nParking is available in the main lot at Barlow\, with overflow parking available in the field up the farm road.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/native-seed-sowing-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T111500
DTSTAMP:20260604T140603
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Wonder Walk - Feathered Friends
DESCRIPTION:January’s theme is Feathered Friends. Come walk\, wonder\, and grow with us!\n\n\nWe 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 naturally as they explore. By connecting families to the land and encouraging stewardship\, we hope to inspire the next generation to care for—and protect—the wild places around them. \nEach session invites children and their families to slow down\, look closely\, and discover the magic of the natural world together. Every month features a new theme and a new Westerly Land Trust property\, giving young explorers the chance to get to know their local environment in a meaningful and memorable way. \nJanuary’s theme is Feathered Friends and will be held at Grills Preserve. Through playful discovery\, gentle guidance\, and curiosity-driven exploration\, we will set out on a wonder walk to search for feathers\, tracks\, nests\, and other clues that reveal which birds call our preserve home. Along the way\, young naturalists will practice careful observation\, deepen their connection to the winter landscape\, and uncover the hidden stories carried on the wings of local birdlife. \n\n Programs are NO COST thanks to generous community support\nRegistration is required for all participants\n\n\nAn adult must accompany their child/children during program. This is a great way to adventure together!\nParking is available on sight.\n\nAbout the Hosts \nWildRoots Play is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a community where children and families can nurture connection\, holistic development\, and Earth stewardship through immersive experiences in nature and play. \nThe Westerly Land Trust (WLT) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to conserving open space\, revitalizing neighborhoods\, and building community in Westerly\, Rhode Island. By preserving and managing lands like Barlow Nature Preserve\, WLT provides opportunities for education\, recreation\, and engagement with the natural world. \nWLT & WildRoots Wednesday Wonder Walks Schedule \n– Wednesday\, Dec 10- Terrific Trees (Wahaneeta Preserve) \n– Wednesday\, Jan 14- Feather Friends (Grills Preserve) \n– Wednesday\, Feb 18- Rhody Rocks (Glacier) \n– Wednesday\, March 11- Sprout Scouts (Barlow) \n– Wednesday\, April 22 (Earth Day!)- Habitat Hunters (Champlin) \n– Wednesday\, May 13- Eco Engineers (Mastuxet Brook South) \n– Wednesday\, June 17- Buds & Bugs (Avondale)
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/wednesday-wonder-walk/
LOCATION:Grills Preserve\, 198 Bowling Lane\, Westerly\, RI\, 02808\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Thursday Hike: Grills Preserve
DESCRIPTION:January 1\, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM Grills Preserve\, Bradford \nThis 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. \n\n\n\nPlease contact the hike leader to let them know you will be joining. \nLeader: Janice Fifer             Phone: 401-213-6479               Email: jhfifer@verizon.net \nFluorescent Orange Requirements \n\nIn 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.\n500 square inches by all hunters (including archers)and all users of management areas and undeveloped state parks during all portions of shotgun deer seasons.\n\nClick to view the full Thursday Hike Schedule
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/thursday-hike-grills-preserve-7/
LOCATION:Grills Preserve\, 198 Bowling Lane\, Westerly\, RI\, 02808\, United States
CATEGORIES:Thursday Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T113000
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SUMMARY:Thursday Hike: Champlin Farm Preserve
DESCRIPTION:This will be the first Thursday Hike at the newly acquired Champlin Farm Preserve at 64 Boombridge Road in Westerly. The entrance is just north of a swamp area on the west side of Boombridge Roaad. Take the dirt road up the hill to parking at the top of the hill. The walk is through the woods\, past granite outcropping\, along the Pawcatuck River and past the gravel pit. It is moderate walking on new trails. \nPlease contact the hike leader to let them know you will be joining. \nLeader: David Prigmore             Phone: 401-348-2855             Email: d.bprigmore@gmail.com \nFluorescent Orange Requirements \n\nIn 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.\n500 square inches by all hunters (including archers)and all users of management areas and undeveloped state parks during all portions of shotgun deer seasons.\n\nClick to view the full Thursday Hike Schedule
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/thursday-hike-champlin-farm-preserve-2/
LOCATION:Champlin Farm Preserve\, 64 boombridge Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Thursday Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T123000
DTSTAMP:20260604T140603
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SUMMARY:Thursday Hike: Grills to Grills
DESCRIPTION:For something different\, this 4-5 mile walk will be a point-to-point (one way) walk\, visiting a few highlights in both the Grills Wildlife Sanctuary in Hopkinton and the Grills Preserve in Westerly. Most of the trail will be on flat single-track\, but there are some hilly sections. Hopefully not an issue\, but please note this walk only works if you’re willing to have someone ride in your car in one direction\, and ride in someone else’s in the opposite direction. Meet and park in the Grills Preserve dirt parking lot at 198 Bowling Lane\, Westerly. From there\, we will leave roughly half the cars behind and caravan to the Grills Wildlife Sanctuary trailhead\, where we will start our walk. \nPlease contact the hike leader to let them know you will be joining. \nLeader: Jeff Walker             Phone: 401-447-1879                 Email: Jeffrey.walker@cox.net \nFluorescent Orange Requirements \n\nIn 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.\n500 square inches by all hunters (including archers)and all users of management areas and undeveloped state parks during all portions of shotgun deer seasons.\n\nClick to view the full Thursday Hike Schedule
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/thursday-hike-grills-to-grills/
LOCATION:Grills Preserve\, 198 Bowling Lane\, Westerly\, RI\, 02808\, United States
CATEGORIES:Thursday Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T111500
DTSTAMP:20260604T140603
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SUMMARY:WLT/WildRoots Wednesday Wonder Walk
DESCRIPTION:December’s theme is Terrific Tree’s. Come walk\, wonder\, and grow with us!\n\nDecember’s theme is Terrific Trees. Come walk\, wonder\, and grow with us! \nWe are teaming up with our friends from WildRoots once a month for Westerly Land Trust & WildRoots 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 naturally as they explore. By connecting families to the land and encouraging stewardship\, we hope to inspire the next generation to care for—and protect—the wild places around them. \nEach session invites children and their families to slow down\, look closely\, and discover the magic of the natural world together. Every month features a new theme and a new Westerly Land Trust property\, giving young explorers the chance to get to know their local environment in a meaningful and memorable way. \nDecember’s theme is Terrific Trees and will be held at Wahaneeta Preserve. Through hands-on exploration\, gentle guidance\, and curiosity-led investigations\, children will learn how to identify local tree species\, observe seasonal changes\, and uncover the hidden stories that forests hold. \n– Programs are NO COST thanks to generous community support \n– Registration is required for all participants \n– An adult must accompany their child/children during program \nParking is available in the field at Wahaneeta Preserve. Turn in at the sign for Trombino Ball Field\, follow the dirt road past the fields\, and stay to the left. Continue left past the Wahaneeta sign and up through the dirt parking lot. Stay left as you go through the gate and park in the field. \nAbout the Hosts \nWildRoots Play is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a community where children and families can nurture connection\, holistic development\, and Earth stewardship through immersive experiences in nature and play. \nThe Westerly Land Trust (WLT) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to conserving open space\, revitalizing neighborhoods\, and building community in Westerly\, Rhode Island. By preserving and managing lands like Barlow Nature Preserve\, WLT provides opportunities for education\, recreation\, and engagement with the natural world. \nWLT & WildRoots Wednesday Wonder Walks Schedule (registration will be open soon). \n– Wednesday\, Dec 10- Terrific Trees \n– Wednesday\, Jan 14- Rhody Rocks \n– Wednesday\, Feb 11- Feather Friends \n– Wednesday\, March 11- Sprout Scouts \n– Wednesday\, April 22 (Earth Day!)- Habitat Hunters \n– Wednesday\, May 13- Eco Engineers \n– Wednesday\, June 10- Buds & Bugs
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/wlt-wildroots-wednesday-wonder-walk/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T193000
DTSTAMP:20260604T140603
CREATED:20251030T165310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T165310Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Westerly Land Trust Annual Meeting is open to all members. Join us as we recap 2025 and share plans for 2026. To RSVP\, please call 401-315-2610 or email Erika at elebling@westerlylandtrust.org. \nWe’ll meet at Barlow Nature Preserve (449 Westerly Bradford Road) on Thursday\, December 4\, from 5:30-7:30pm. \n 
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/2025-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Rd\, Westerly\, RI 02891\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T163000
DTSTAMP:20260604T140603
CREATED:20250418T155517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T154757Z
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SUMMARY:Dried Flower Workshop hosted by Echo Rock Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Winter Ornament Workshop \nCelebrate the season with a festive and creative Winter Ornament Workshop! Join Echo Rock Flowers for a cozy afternoon in our conference room\, surrounded by the warmth of holiday cheer\, as we craft unique ornaments using our beautiful dried flowers. This workshop is the perfect way to make heartfelt gifts for loved ones or to create something special for your own holiday decorations. \nClick Here for More Info & to Sign Up! \nStephanie is generously donating 10% of all workshop proceeds to support the Westerly Land Trust and our mission to conserve open space\, revitalize significant properties\, and provide environmental programs for the enduring benefit of our community! 
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/dried-flower-workshop-with-echo-rock-flowers/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Rd\, Westerly\, RI 02891\, USA
CATEGORIES:WLT Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251128T123000
DTSTAMP:20260604T140603
CREATED:20251015T185852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T144700Z
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SUMMARY:Turkey Trot: Wahaneeta Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a post-Thanksgiving Turkey Trot!\nThis is a walking tour of the WLT’s Wahaneeta Preserve and a section of the adjoining Woody Hill Management Area. Parking will be available at Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road. The gate will be open; drive through the gate and park in the field at Wahaneeta. All parking must be inside the Preserve.  \nLeader: Sally Hanson           Phone: 401 932-5395          Email: sallyhanson242@gmail.com \nFluorescent Orange Requirements\n\nIn 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.\n500 square inches by all hunters (including archers)and all users of management areas and undeveloped state parks during all portions of shotgun deer seasons.\n\nClick to view the full Thursday Hike Schedule
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/turkey-trot-wahaneeta-preserve/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Thursday Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251123T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251123T103000
DTSTAMP:20260604T140603
CREATED:20250826T145817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T162715Z
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SUMMARY:NEW DATE: 11/23 Flannel in the Forest
DESCRIPTION:Please note that due to subpar weather predictions\, we’ve changed the date from Saturday\, 11/22 to Sunday\, 11/23.\n\nJoin us for a cozy fall hike at Crandall Family Preserve!\n\n\nWear your favorite flannel shirt and join us for a roughly 2-mile hike amongst the fall leaves and resting Rhododendron groves at the beautiful Crandall Family Preserve. Finish the hike by chasing away the chill with a complimentary hot beverage\, special snack\, and good company at the swamp overlook on the old Pound Road. \nParking: Parking is available in the dirt lot on old Pound Road \nThis event is NO COST for WLT members and $10 for not-yet members. Not a member and would like to be? CLICK HERE!
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/flannel-in-the-forest-2/
LOCATION:Crandall Family Preserve\, 79 Pound Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T113000
DTSTAMP:20260604T140603
CREATED:20251028T153106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T201411Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Journaling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Slow down. Look closer. Connect with nature.\n\n\nDiscover the joy of nature journaling—a fun\, informal way to explore the outdoors using words\, pictures\, and numbers. Inspired by the practices of John Muir Laws and the Wild \nWonder Foundation\, our group\, welcomes all ages and experience levels. No artistic skill required! \nWhy Join? \n\nDeepen your connection to the natural world\nBoost curiosity\, mindfulness\, and appreciation for the environment\nReduce stress through quiet observation\nLearn about plants\, animals\, and landscapes in a creative\, personal way\nDocument your outdoor experiences in a meaningful way\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\nWear flourescent orange hat and/or vest\nA notebook or sketchbook\nPens or pencils\nOptional: colored pencils\, markers\, binoculars\, magnifying glass\nSomething light and portable to sit on (e.g. a small camp chair\, folding stool\, or cushion) to make your time journaling outdoors more comfortable.\n\nLed by Jonah Salsich\, a Westerly resident and experienced elementary teacher of over 18 years\, who is also an amateur naturalist and artist. After discovering the power of nature journaling\, he has blended his passions for teaching\, observing\, and creating into a practice that sparks wonder and connection. With experience in both journaling and leading nature journaling workshops\, he is excited to invite others on this rewarding journey. \nThis is a relaxed\, no-pressure group. We’re here to share inspiration\, spend time outdoors\, and grow our sense of wonder together—one page at a time. \nParking is available in the field at Wahaneeta Preserve. Turn in at the sign for Trombino Ball Field\, follow the dirt road past the fields\, and stay to the left. Continue left past the Wahaneeta sign and up through the dirt parking lot. Stay left as you go through the gate and park in the field. \nCost: $10 for WLT members and $25 for non-members. Jonah is generously donating a portion of the proceeds to the Westerly Land Trust to support our conservation efforts. Not a member but would like to become one? Click here to become a WLT member today. \nThis workshop is geared toward ages 18 and up\, but don’t be afraid to channel your inner child\, come curious! Registration is required! 
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/nature-journaling-workshop-3/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:WLT Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T140603
CREATED:20250815T172805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T174014Z
UID:10004852-1762857000-1762862400@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Prints\, Paths\, and Play!
DESCRIPTION:Join WildRoots and The Westerly Land Trust (WLT) for a collaborative morning of exploration\, discovery\, and play!\n\n\nWe’re teaming up as neighbors to bring young naturalists a unique experience that begins at Barlow Nature Preserve and ends with creative free play at WildRoots. \nWe’ll start our journey with an engaging\, hands-on lesson about animal tracks and signs\, led by our WLT team. Then we’ll head out on a guided hike through the preserve\, using our new skills to look for evidence of wildlife all around us. After our hike\, we’ll arrive at WildRoots where children will enjoy open-ended nature play at thoughtfully designed free play stations. \nThis program encourages curiosity\, observation\, and creativity\, all while connecting with the natural world. This program is open to children ages 5-10. \nAbout the Hosts \nWildRoots Play is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a community where children and families can nurture connection\, holistic development\, and Earth stewardship through immersive experiences in nature and play. \nThe Westerly Land Trust is a nonprofit organization committed to conserving open space\, revitalizing neighborhoods\, and building community in Westerly\, Rhode Island. By preserving and managing lands like Barlow Nature Preserve\, WLT provides opportunities for education\, recreation\, and engagement with the natural world. \nParking is available in the main lot at Barlow Nature Preserve\, with overflow parking in the field behind the outbuildings to the east (up the farm road).
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/prints-paths-and-play/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T140603
CREATED:20250819T183450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T183711Z
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SUMMARY:Thursday Hike: Dr. John Champlin Glacier Park
DESCRIPTION:A walking tour of the WLT’s Dr. John Champlin Glacier Park featuring wooded trails with gentle hills and some rocky sections. This site’s unique geological features are worth the trip. Meet at the trailhead off of Tom Harvey Road just outside the entrance to Winnapaug Cottages. Please park in the designated area outside of the Winnapaug Cottages gate or in the parking lot across the street.  Please let the hike leader know you will be joining!  \nLeader: Janice Fifer Phone: 401-213-6479 Email: jhfifer@verizon.net  \nImportant Notes  \n\nDistance/ Target Group: Walks are 1 ½ to 3 hours and are open to all ages with the target group being agile seniors. \n\n\nEstimated Times: Ending times are estimated as it is difficult to ascertain when it will finish due to number of people\, how fast/slow the hikers walk\, etc. Hikes leave promptly.  \n\n\nInclement weather: Inclement weather cancels and if in doubt\, contact the leader.  \n\n\nDogs: If you wish to bring a dog\, contact the leader as some properties do not allow them. If a dog is present\, they must be leashed at all times.  \n\n\nTrail Safety: 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 a snack if you want one. \n\n\nThursday hike/WLT events: CLICK HERE to sign up for WLT’s email list and receive a monthly email including Thursday hike schedule and other WLT events/programs. \nFluorescent 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. 
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/thursday-hike-dr-john-champlin-glacier-park-3/
LOCATION:RI
CATEGORIES:Thursday Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T140603
CREATED:20251015T141021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T141021Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing and Birding
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a mindful birding session at Avondale Farm Preserve focused on accessibility.\n\n\nCelebrate Birdability Week with a unique\, inclusive nature experience that combines the healing power of Forest Bathing with the joy of inviting the birds in to help us deepen our connection with nature and ourselves. This slow-paced\, sensory-rich walk is designed to be accessible\, welcoming\, and restorative. You do not need to have any prior knowledge or experience in birding\, or even binoculars (though bring them if you have them)\, just a willingness to explore your connection with nature and a sense of curiosity. \nBirdability Week \nThis special event is part of Birdability Week\, a week dedicated to celebrating individuals with disabilities and other health concerns\, while promoting accessibility\, inclusivity\, and a welcoming environment for all. \nPlease share any access needs that will allow you to participate fully in this event in advance with Barbaraseith@gmail.com. We will do our best to accommodate you. \n\nPark in the Quail Run Lot at Avondale Farm Preserve\nPlease note there are no bathrooms on site. The closest bathroom is located in the Stop and Shop plaza on Franklin Street. Click here for directions.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/forest-bathing-and-birding/
LOCATION:Avondale Farm Preserve\, Quail Run\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T150000
DTSTAMP:20260604T140603
CREATED:20250418T154623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T154813Z
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SUMMARY:The Dahlia Workshop hosted by Echo Rock Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Dig\, Divide\, and Store: An End-of-Season Dahlia Workshop \nImagine stepping into the world of Dahlia care with confidence and skill! This October\, join Echo Rock Flowers for a hands-on workshop dedicated to preparing your Dahlias for the winter and ensuring they thrive next season. This is the perfect opportunity to learn how to care for your Dahlia tubers at the end of their growing season. \nClick Here for More Info & to Sign Up!  \nStephanie is generously donating 10% of all workshop proceeds to support the Westerly Land Trust and our mission to conserve open space\, revitalize significant properties\, and provide environmental programs for the enduring benefit of our community! 
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/the-dahlia-workshop-with-echo-rock-flowers/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Rd\, Westerly\, RI 02891\, USA
CATEGORIES:WLT Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T113000
DTSTAMP:20260604T140603
CREATED:20251017T184835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T153157Z
UID:10004871-1761384600-1761391800@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Nature Journaling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Slow down. Look closer. Connect with nature.\n\n\nDiscover the joy of nature journaling—a fun\, informal way to explore the outdoors using words\, pictures\, and numbers. Inspired by the practices of John Muir Laws and the Wild \nWonder Foundation\, our group\, welcomes all ages and experience levels. No artistic skill required! \nWhy Join? \n\nDeepen your connection to the natural world\nBoost curiosity\, mindfulness\, and appreciation for the environment\nReduce stress through quiet observation\nLearn about plants\, animals\, and landscapes in a creative\, personal way\nDocument your outdoor experiences in a meaningful way\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\nWear flourescent orange hat and/or vest\nA notebook or sketchbook\nPens or pencils\nOptional: colored pencils\, markers\, binoculars\, magnifying glass\nSomething light and portable to sit on (e.g. a small camp chair\, folding stool\, or cushion) to make your time journaling outdoors more comfortable.\n\nLed by Jonah Salsich\, a Westerly resident and experienced elementary teacher of over 18 years\, who is also an amateur naturalist and artist. After discovering the power of nature journaling\, he has blended his passions for teaching\, observing\, and creating into a practice that sparks wonder and connection. With experience in both journaling and leading nature journaling workshops\, he is excited to invite others on this rewarding journey. \nThis is a relaxed\, no-pressure group. We’re here to share inspiration\, spend time outdoors\, and grow our sense of wonder together—one page at a time. \nParking is available in the field at Wahaneeta Preserve. Turn in at the sign for Trombino Ball Field\, follow the dirt road past the fields\, and stay to the left. Continue left past the Wahaneeta sign and up through the dirt parking lot. Stay left as you go through the gate and park in the field. \nCost: $10 for WLT members and $25 for non-members. Jonah is generously donating a portion of the proceeds to the Westerly Land Trust to support our conservation efforts. Not a member but would like to become one? Click here to become a WLT member today. \nThis workshop is geared toward ages 18 and up\, but don’t be afraid to channel your inner child\, come curious! \nThere will be another Nature Journaling Workshop on November 8\, location TBD\, sign-ups will be posted soon\, keep your eyes out.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/nature-journaling-workshop/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251026
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T193408Z
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SUMMARY:Grills Trail Race 10M and 10K- Westerly Track & Athletic Club
DESCRIPTION:Start times\n9:00am:  Check-in and bib pick-up opens\n10:00am:  10M and 10K races start \nCourse Description\nBoth courses showcase Grills Preserve in Westerly\, and the 10-Mile course also features beautiful trails\, bridges\, and riverfront in the Grills Wildlife Sanctuary in Hopkinton.  The course is a mix of about 80% single-track and 20% double-track. \nLocation\nBoth courses start and finish at Grills Preserve\, Westerly.  Due to parking limitations\, carpooling is encouraged and registration will be capped at 100 runners. \nRequirement \nEach participant and volunteer must wear at least 200 square inches of orange.  Anyone not wearing orange will not be allowed to race per State of RI DEM mandate. \nFor more information and/or to sign up click HERE.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/grills-trail-race-10m-and-10k-westerly-track-athletic-club/
LOCATION:Grills Preserve\, 198 Bowling Lane\, Westerly\, RI\, 02808\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness in the Woods,WLT Partner Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251027
DTSTAMP:20260604T140603
CREATED:20251014T171124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T132308Z
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SUMMARY:Birdability Week 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Westerly Land Trust is proud to partner with Birdability\, a national nonprofit dedicated to making birding accessible\, inclusive\, and welcoming for people with disabilities and other health concerns. Please read on for more information about their 6th Annual Birdability Week. \nBirdability Week 2025 Celebrates Accessible and Inclusive Birding in Rhode Island & Nationwide\nOctober 20–26\, 2025 | Theme: You Belong Here \n  \nIn addition to a full schedule of virtual events open to participants nationwide\, for the first time Birdability in Rhode Island has partnered with Rhode Island Audubon\, Ocean State Bird Club\, South Kingstown Land Trust\, and Westerly Land Trust in to offer accessible local programs across the state. Registration for all events is now open; details can be found below. \nThis year’s event theme\, “You Belong Here\,” affirms that birding is for everybody and every body. Birdability Week highlights the joy\, sense of belonging\, and community ties that result from ensuring all people can share in the beauty of birds and the outdoors. \nA Growing Movement for Access and Belonging\nBirdability Week was created to uplift disabled birders\, spark conversations about accessibility\, and encourage action. It has become a cornerstone of Birdability’s mission to ensure that everyone can access the mental health benefits\, community\, and joy that birding provides. \n“Birdability Week is more than a celebration — it’s a movement\,” said Cat Fribley\, Executive Director of Birdability. “Our lineup was shaped by the leadership of Birdability Captains\, volunteer leaders who know firsthand the barriers and opportunities in outdoor spaces. Together\, we are proving that birding truly is for every body and every mind.” \nEvent Schedules\nRhode Island\n\nMonday\, October 20 9am & 11am Weeden Farm\, Matunuck – South Kingstown Land Trust Gator (the John Deere kind\, not the reptile) tour: Join small group riding birding tours of the property – Registration\nMonday\, October 20 3:30-4:30pm Merino Park\, Providence – Audubon Society of Rhode Island – Accessible Bird Walk\, Registration\nMonday\, October 20 7-8:30pm Virtual event available nationwide hosted by a RI Captain Jayme Boucher\, This is Your Brain on Birds: A Conversation About Pain with Dr. Rachel Zoffness: Explore how our a pain scientist\, clinician\, and international author’s insights can help people with chronic pain live fuller\, more connected lives on and off the birding trail (note: This event will NOT be recorded\, so make sure to join us live!) – Registration\nTuesday\, October 21 7:30-9:30am Beavertail State Park\, Jamestown – Ocean State Bird Club Little Bird Sit: Stationary birding in a beautiful\, peaceful place – Registration\nTuesday\, October 21 1:30-4:30pm Bristol Nature Center – Audubon Society of Rhode Island – Sensory Friendly Hours an opportunity for people with sensory processing sensitivities to discover the Nature Center in a quiet environment – Registration\nTuesday\, October 21 7-8:30pm Virtual event available nationwide but presented in Rhode Island Car Birding in Rhode Island and Beyond: Take your car birding to the next level as we review how to get started\, discuss tools\, and how to find product car birding spots. – Registration\nWednesday\, October 22 9-11am Colt State Park\, Bristol – Audubon Society of Rhode Island – Accessible Bird Walk\, Registration\nWednesday\, October 22 9am-noon Hale House\, Matunuck – South Kingstown Land Trust\, Little Bird Sit: Stationary birding in a beautiful\, peaceful place – Registration\nThursday\, October 23 20 9am & 11am Weeden Farm\, South Kingstown Land Trust\nGator tour: Small group riding birding tours of the property – Registration\nFriday\, October 24 7:30-9am Roaring Brook Accessible Trail\, Exeter – Ocean State Bird Club – Accessible Bird Walk\, Registration\nFriday\, October 24 9-10am Bristol Nature Center\, Bristol – Audubon Society of Rhode Island – Little Bird Sit\, Registration\nSaturday\, October 25 7:30-9am Calf Pasture Bike Path\, Quonset -Ocean State Bird Club – Accessible Bird Walk Registration\nSaturday\, October 25 2-4pm Avondale Farm – Westerly Land Trust Forest Bathing & Birding: Group sit guided by a certified Forest Bathing leader – Registration\n\n Virtual Events\nBirdability Week 2025 offers a robust lineup of virtual programs\, accessible from anywhere and available to beginners and enthusiasts alike: \n\n\n\n\n\nMonday\, October 20 through Sunday October 26 (Each morning at 10 a.m. ET)\nVirtual Birding: the Birdability community will gather on Instagram Live every morning during Birdability Week for virtual birding\, beginning with Tammah Watts\, author and host of Mindful Monday Meditations with the Birds.\nTuesday\, October 21\, 3:00pm ET\nAccessibility in Conservation Panel: Hear from Birdability Captains from our Birdability Captains Conservation Corps who work as park rangers\, Nature Center educators\, Audubon Center managers\, and other conservation professionals committed to advancing access and inclusion.. – Registration\nWednesday\, October 22\, 7:00pm ET\nBirding and Belonging: A Panel About Accessible Birding While Using a Wheelchair: Join Birdability’s Founder and Captains from across the country for a conversation about what makes birding truly accessible for them as wheelchair users. – Registration\nThursday\, October 23\, 2:00pm ET\nSocial Safety Workshop by Field Inclusive: Everyone deserves a safe and inclusive fieldwork environment\, and this workshop aims to raise awareness of these risks and to provide strategies to make natural resource fields supportive\, safe\, and inclusive environments for all field professionals. (note: this workshop is limited to the first 50 participants who register and will NOT be recorded.) – Registration \nThursday\, October 23\, 7:00pm ET\nBird-a-Thons and Belonging: Stories from the Blind Birder Community: Discover how a shared love of birds can unite people across borders and experiences. The Blind Birder Bird-a-Thon brings together blind and low-vision birders for a celebration of birds\, connection\, joy\, and community. – Registration\nFriday\, October 24\, 7:00pm ET\nAccessible Nature Journaling Workshop: A fun and welcoming nature journaling session that is open to everyone\, whether you’re indoors or outside… no art or journaling experience needed – Registration\nSaturday & Sunday\, October 25–26 follow @Birdability social accounts for details \nBird(ability) Your Way! Weekend: a nationwide invitation to bird\, however it works best for you -whether it’s a “big sit\,” car birding\, listening for backyard birds\, alone\, or with a group at an accessible outing. We will share photos and sightings from these events to help build community and awareness of the incredible diversity of birders. Tag us on social media @birdability or send your observations to cat@birdability.org to be included in our round-up of Bird(ability) Your Way community!\nSaturday\, October 25\, 4:00pm ET\nYou Belong Here: Joy\, Belonging & Community Through Birding with Dexter Patterson: Celebrate the joy of birding and the power of belonging through stories\, laughter\, and a deep love for birds – Registration\nSunday\, October 26\, 4:00pm ET\nBirdability Week Celebration + Photo/Video Contest Winners Announced: We’ll highlight the joy and creativity of our community by announcing the winners of the Offbeat Photo & Video Contest\, sharing their submissions\, and honoring the many ways disabled birders and allies are making birding more inclusive. – Registration\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration for all virtual events is free and open now at www.birdability.org/birdability-week. \nThe Birdability Week Map is available to help those interested identify opportunities to bird in their community. \nSponsors and Partners\nBirdability Week 2025 is made possible through the generous support of more than 20 organizations\, businesses\, and individuals\, whose sponsorship sustains both this celebration and Birdability’s year-round work advancing accessibility and belonging in birding. \nAbout Birdability\nBirdability is a nonprofit working to share the joys of birding with people who have disabilities\, chronic illness\, and other health concerns\, while creating a culture of inclusion\, equity\, and access in the birding community and beyond. With a network of more than 130 volunteer Birdability Captains\, the crowdsourced Birdability Map (developed with National Audubon Society’s GIS team)\, and year-round outreach and education programs\, Birdability connects thousands of people to birds\, to nature\, and to each other. \nLearn more at www.birdability.org. \nFor media inquiries\, to request interviews\, or to learn about Rhode Island’s Birdability Week events\, please contact Barbara Seith\, Rhode Island Birdability Captain at barbaraseith@gmail.com
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/birdability-week-2025/
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CATEGORIES:Voices of the Land,WLT Partner Events
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SUMMARY:Trail Blazing for Girl Scouts: Juniors\, Daisies\, and Brownies
DESCRIPTION:Lace up your hiking boots and get ready to explore the great outdoors! This exciting\, hands-on program helps Girl Scouts work towards or earn their Trail Adventure and Environmental Stewardship badges by diving deep into the world of trail reading\, tree identification\, and native plant knowledge. Girl Scouts will learn essential hiking skills\, including how to read trail maps\, follow trail markers\, and plan safe and enjoyable hikes. Along the way\, they’ll discover how to identify common trees and local plant species using field guides and observation techniques. With a focus on outdoor safety\, environmental awareness\, and nature appreciation\, this program encourages scouts to become confident\, capable stewards of the natural world. $10 Per Participant\, open to Juniors\, Daisies\, and Brownies. \nClick Here to Sign Up
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/trail-blazing-for-girl-scouts-juniors-daisies-and-brownies/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:WLT Partner Events
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SUMMARY:Fungal Foray with Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Join DPNC and WLT to learn about local mushroom foraging.  We will begin with an introduction to mushroom foraging\, followed by a hike to identify local mushrooms on the trail.  Participants will have the opportunity to explore both the Flora Whiteley Preserve and the Cottrell Family Preserve during this program. \nMeets at Flora Whiteley Preserve\, 197 Potter Hill Rd in Westerly\, RI. This program is for adults and older\, interested children. Advanced registration required. \nMembers and Non-members: free \nClick the link below to register:\nhttps://dpnc.org/event/fungal-foray-with-the-westerly-land-trust/
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/fungal-foray-with-denison-pequotsepos-nature-center/
LOCATION:Flora Whiteley Preserve\, 197 Potter Hill Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event Hikes,WLT Partner Events
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SUMMARY:Hunter's Supermoon Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us under the Supermoon for a thrilling hike through the wilderness – expect a night of adventure and mystery!\n\n\nJoin us for a magical evening under the rising Hunter’s Supermoon as we explore the scenic trails of Champlin Farm Preserve. As daylight fades\, we’ll set out on a guided hike through fields and woodlands\, watching the full moon climb above the trees. \nThis special full moon\, known as the Hunter’s Moon\, is not only larger and brighter than usual\, but steeped in seasonal lore. Along our 3-mile adventure\, we’ll share moon myths\, wildlife insights\, and pause to take in the natural beauty of the preserve lit by moonlight. \nBring sturdy shoes\, a flashlight or headlamp (just in case)\, and dress for the evening chill. \nParking is available in the Champlin lot. \nThis event is NO COST for WLT members and $10 for not-yet members. Not a member and would like to be? CLICK HERE!
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/hunters-supermoon-hike/
LOCATION:Champlin Farm Preserve\, 64 boombridge Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event Hikes
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