The Westerly Land Trust

Souper Bowl Hike LVII- UPDATE: DATE CHANGE TO SUNDAY 2/5- SOLD OUT
2023-02-05 11:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Wahaneeta Preserve, 118 Moorehouse Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
UPDATE: EVENT DATE CHANGE TO SUNDAY 2/5
Kick-off the New Year with an All-Ages Hike at Wahaneeta Preserve!

Join fellow hiking superstars for a pass around the preserve and score a bowl of soup! Vegetarian and vegan options available.
This event is FREE for members, and $10 per person for non-members.
Registration required, spots are limited.
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.

Thursday Hike: Barn Island, Pawcatuck, CT
2023-02-02 10:00 - 12:30
A different kind of walk – both uplands and salt marshes overlooking Little Narragansett Bay. The gravel tracks and footpaths in this area form a series of interlocking loops. Slopes are gentle. Take US 1 west from Pawcatuck for 2.5 miles to the traffic signal at Wequetequock Cove. Turn left on Greenhaven Road, then immediately right, on Palmer Neck Road. Follow Palmer Neck to the parking lot just before the boat ramp.
To sign up, contact hike leader: Janice Fifer, (401) 213-6479, and email: jhfifer@verizon.net
Thursday hikes are FREE. 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. Hikes leave promptly.
PLEASE NOTE:

Ending times are estimated as it difficult to ascertain when it will finish due to number of people, how fast/slow the hikers walk, etc.
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.
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.

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: Burlingame, Charlestown
2023-01-26 10:00 - 12:15
This 3 ½ mile easy to moderate out and back hike starts on Kings Factory Road, uses a small segment of the Vin Gromley trail then goes to Watchaug Pond. From Rte 1 in Charlestown travel about 2 miles on Kings Factory Road to the Schoolhouse Pond Preserve where there is a small parking lot on the right. Carpool if possible.
To sign up, contact co-leaders: Geoff & Sue Sewall, (401) 377-2826, and email: suemsew@gmail.com
Thursday hikes are FREE. 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. Hikes leave promptly.
PLEASE NOTE:

Ending times are estimated as it difficult to ascertain when it will finish due to number of people, how fast/slow the hikers walk, etc.
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.
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.

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: Flora Whiteley/Cottrell Preserve, Westerly
2023-01-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Flora Whiteley Preserve, 197 Potter Hill Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
The WLT’s Flora Whitely Preserve abuts the Pawcatuck River upstream of the Potter Hill dam and features a boat portage at the bridge. The WLT Cottrell Preserve is 21 acres which is boarded on the north by the Pawcatuck River and on the south by the Westerly Ton Forest. It will be a moderate woods walk. Parking is still a challenge so we will meet at Flora Whitely Preserve on Potter Hill Road.
To sign up, contact hike leader: Marc Doherty, (508) 308-9787 (c) and email: mdoherty@westerlylandtrust.org
Thursday hikes are FREE. 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. Hikes leave promptly.
PLEASE NOTE:

Ending times are estimated as it difficult to ascertain when it will finish due to number of people, how fast/slow the hikers walk, etc.
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.
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.

Friday by the Fire- SOLD OUT
2023-01-13 15:00 - 17:30 | Crandall Family Preserve, 79 Pound Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
It may be the dead of winter, but let’s walk, talk and warm our souls with a guided hike, fire, and good eats.

After a nice late afternoon stroll through the hidden gem of Crandall Family Preserve, we will gather around the fire at the overlook to share food, drink and more! Bring warm layers, a headlamp/flashlight and an open heart. Hope to see you all there!
This event is FREE for members, and $10 per person for non-members. Not a member, but would like to be? Click here!
Registration required, spots are limited.
Parking is available on Pound Rd. on the left-hand side in the dirt lot. We will meet and gather at the lot then walk down to the preserve together.

Burlingame Campground Trails, Charlestown
2023-01-12 10:00 - 13:00
This walk will be about 5 miles long. We will walk through trails and fields in Burlingame State Park, walk along the shores of Watchaug Pond, hike trails in Kimball Wildlife Refuge, and climb the Kettle Pond Observation Tower, with views of Block Island on a clear day. Easy to moderate terrain. Meet at the parking lot at Burlingame State Park, 1 Burlingame State Park Road (off Klondike Road), Charlestown.
To sign up, contact hike leader: Jeff Walker, 401-447-1879 and email: Jeffrey.walker@cox.net
Thursday hikes are FREE. 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. Hikes leave promptly.
PLEASE NOTE:

Ending times are estimated as it difficult to ascertain when it will finish due to number of people, how fast/slow the hikers walk, etc.
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.
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.

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.

Beginner Beekeeping Workshop
2023-01-10 17:30 - 19:30 | Barlow Nature Preserve, 449 Westerly Bradford Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Learn what the buzz is about with beekeeping and how you can get started today.

Interested in becoming a beekeeper and harvesting your own honey, but not sure where to get started? Join Cail Calder of Westerbee honey, aka “The Beeman” , to learn the basics of beekeeping, while enjoying honey themed refreshments at Barlow Nature Preserve. Getting started with beekeeping can be intimidating which is why we are partnering with Cail who brings not only a wealth of knowledge but makes learning about beekeeping fun, enjoyable, and light hearted.
Cail started his beekeeping journey at just 7 years old and his passion still rings true. Cail and his wife Sheryl recently moved to the area and founded Westerbee. Cail will walk you through how to start your own hive and how to keep them alive! There will be time at the end to address questions. Workshop is $25.00 per person which Cail generously pledged to donate to WLT.
Interested in learning more about Cail, check him and his unique honey products out HERE.
Parking is available in the main parking lot, with overflow parking in the field behind the outbuildings to the east (up the farm road).
Workshop is geared towards adults and high school students.

Thursday Hike: Grills Preserve, Bradford
2023-01-05 10:00 - 12:30 | Grills Preserve, 198 Bowling Lane, Westerly, RI, 02808, United States
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, contact hike leader: Janice Fifer, (401) 213-6479, and email: jhfifer@verizon.net
Thursday hikes are FREE. 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. Hikes leave promptly.
PLEASE NOTE:

Ending times are estimated as it difficult to ascertain when it will finish due to number of people, how fast/slow the hikers walk, etc.
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.
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.

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: Great Swamp, Kingston
2022-12-29 10:00 - 13:00
The hiking area is on a peninsula of high ground rising 80 feet above Worden Pond and the surrounding swamp. Most of the trails are gravel roads. The footing is solid, and the slopes are gentle.
Directions: From Westerly: US-1 S; take exit for RI-110 N, turn right onto RI-110 N; turn left onto RI-138 W; turn left onto Liberty Lane which becomes Great Neck Road; once you turn onto Liberty Lane you go 2 miles, Liberty Lane turns into Great Neck Road, go past the Great Swamp Management headquarters, to the parking area at the dead end. Liberty Lane leads south from RI 138 – 200 yards west of the junction of RI 138 and 110.Follow the lane 2 miles, past the Great Swamp management headquarters, to the parking area at the dead end.
To sign up, contact Hike Leader: Sally Hanson, (401) 348-9109 (h), (401) 932-5295 (c), and email: sallyhanson242@gmail.com
N 41º 28.143’ W 71º 34.786’
FLUORESCENT ORANGE REQUIREMENTS
Fluorescent orange safety clothing is required during the hunting season statewide. To meet this requirement, hikers must wear 200 square inches of solid daylight fluorescent orange from the second Saturday in September to the last day of February and the third Saturday in April to the last day in May, annually. Fluorescent camouflage does not meet this requirement. The fluorescent orange must be worn above the waist and be visible in all directions.
Due to the coronavirus:

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.

Thursday Hike: Avondale Farm Preserve, Avondale
2022-12-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Avondale Farm Preserve, Quail Run, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Easy walk through fields and paved loop on Westerly Land Trust property at Avondale Farm which is known for its unusual bird habitat. We will then take a walking tour through Avondale.
To sign up, contact Hike Leader: Janice Fifer, (401) 213-6479, and email: jhfifer@verizon.net
FLUORESCENT ORANGE REQUIREMENTS
Fluorescent orange safety clothing is required during the hunting season statewide. To meet this requirement, hikers must wear 200 square inches of solid daylight fluorescent orange from the second Saturday in September to the last day of February and the third Saturday in April to the last day in May, annually. Fluorescent camouflage does not meet this requirement. The fluorescent orange must be worn above the waist and be visible in all directions.
Due to the coronavirus:

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.
