Steep, but short climb up Mount Misery in first mile, then easier rolling hills. Nice ledge views from Mount Misery. Total hike is about 4 miles. Meet and park at Pachaug State Forest Chapman Area. Entrance to forest is off Route 49, 0.6 miles north of intersection with Routes 138/165. Once you turn left (coming [...]
We will start @ Wahaneeta Preserve. The preserve is on left side of Moorhouse Road off Dunns Corner-Bradford Road. Turn in at Trombino Fields sign. Leader: David Prigmore Phone: (401)348-2855 Email: [email protected] Sign Up Required: Sign up with listed hike leader so they know how many are coming. If no one signs up the leader [...]
Step into the boots of a Geologist and hunt for your very own geode to break open and take home!Looking for something to do over February break? Embark on a guided hike in search of stones that hold a secret inside. Use tools and technology to examine your findings!This event is FREE and open to [...]
For more information please contact hike leader. Leader: Sally Hanson Phone: (h) (401) 348-9109, (c) (401) 932-5295 Email: [email protected] Sign Up Required: Sign up with listed hike leader so they know how many are coming. If no one signs up the leader may not show up. Thursday hike is FREE. Distance/ Target Group: Walks are [...]
Come help WLT's stewardship efforts at Cottrell Family Preserve as we continue to restore a small meadow near the Pawcatuck River. Over the years, the invasive plant autumn olive (Elaeagnus umbellata) has encroached on the former pasture, limiting the meadow's capacity for biodiversity and native plants. Volunteers will use hand tools, selective herbicide application and [...]
Rain or snow cancels. A trail has been developed and blazed by the Conservation Commission covering the eastern portion of the Charlestown Moraine Preserve, which can be accessed from the parking lot. A trail through the western portion will be developed soon. This particular Moraine is called a terminal moraine and marks the areas where [...]
Are you wanting to add plants to your home but intimidated by them? There are several benefits to having plants in your home and caring for them is easy! Join us to learn the basics on caring and maintaining houseplants. You will leave with knowledge and a new plant to add to your home! Location: [...]
As part of its “Voices of the Land” series, Westerly Land Trust in partnership with The United Theatre hosts a screening of Clear Day Thunder: Rescuing the American Chestnut. At the turn of the 20th century, a deadly blight accidentally imported into the U.S. from Asia devastated the American Chestnut. Within a span of only [...]
Living Laboratories for Springbrook Elementary School Grades 2-4 There is so much nature to be explored around you! Step into the boots of a Naturalist and grab a magnifying glass to discover what critters and plants can be found on the preserve. Study features of the habitat to understand how it has changed over time. [...]