The Westerly Land Trust

Litter Critters: State Street (Grades 3-4)
2022-11-18 15:45 - 17:15 (America/New_York) | Grills Preserve, 198 Bowling Lane, Westerly, RI, 02808, United States
Living Laboratories for State Street Elementary School Grades 3-4

Litter is toxic to our environment yet it is all around us. Plastic and other debris that end up in our environment don’t just go away, but with your help, we can contribute to a cleaner future! Join our litter critter team and discover the life cycle of litter, the impacts it has on our Earth, and how you can make a difference.
Program is FREE thanks to a partnership with WPS.
Bus transportation available to and from program.

Pollinator Lab Meet and Greet
2022-11-17 17:30 - 19:30 | Barlow Nature Preserve, 449 Westerly Bradford Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
Part research symposium, part happy hour, part honey tasting… how could this not be fun?

Get to know the students and faculty that makeup Providence College’s Pollinator Lab. Led by Dr. Rachael Bonoan, the Pollinator Lab does fascinating research on local pollinator biodiversity, population trends, resiliency, and more. Dr. B and each of her students will present their latest research projects, field questions, and share the newest pollinator science. You will learn about both what we know and don’t know about our pollinator species, the problems threatening them, and some potential solutions!
The Pollinator Lab has been an excellent partner to WLT, helping build our understanding of insect biodiversity on our properties, educate the public and inspire our youth. Check out ABC’s coverage of this past summer’s Pollinator Safari! We are excited to once again be teaming up for this fun event!
So join us at Barlow Nature Preserve. Parking is available in the main parking lot, with overflow parking in the field behind the outbuildings to the east (up the farm road).
To learn more about the Providence College Pollinator Lab, be sure to check out their website, providencepollinators.com. And don’t miss this awesome bumblebee identification guide and photo collection of pollinators found on WLT preserves, both made by Dr. Bonoan’s Lab in collaboration with WLT!
T﻿his event is geared towards adults and high school students.
Free for members, $10 for non-members. Become a member here.

Litter Critters: State Street (Grades K-2)
2022-11-17 15:45 - 17:15 | Grills Preserve, 198 Bowling Lane, Westerly, RI, 02808, United States
Living Laboratories for State Street Elementary School Grades K-2

Litter is toxic to our environment yet it is all around us. Plastic and other debris that end up in our environment don’t just go away, but with your help, we can contribute to a cleaner future! Join our litter critter team and discover the life cycle of litter, the impacts it has on our Earth, and how you can make a difference.
Program is FREE thanks to a partnership with WPS.
Bus transportation available to and from program.

Thursday Hike: Grills Wildlife Sanctuary, Hopkinton (222 Chase Hill Road)
2022-11-17 10:00 - 13:00
Approximately 5 miles, easy to moderate. The Hopkinton Land Trust trails follow the Pawcatuck River and Tomaquag Brook. We will cross the brook and hike to the Polly Coon Bridge that leads to the Westerly Land Trust Grills Preserve.
Directions: I-95 S, Exit 1 (which is Rte 3), to Rte 216 in Ashaway (this is a left hand turn), in about 2.5 miles at the intersection of Chase Hill Road is where we will meet.
Contact Co-Leaders to sign up: Sue & Geoff Sewall, 401-377-2826 (h) N 41° 24.647’ N W 71° 4581’
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.

Litter Critters: Springbrook (Grades 3-4)
2022-11-10 15:45 - 17:15 | Grills Preserve, 198 Bowling Lane, Westerly, RI, 02808, United States
Living Laboratories for Springbrook Elementary School Grades 3-4

Litter is toxic to our environment yet it is all around us. Plastic and other debris that end up in our environment don’t just go away, but with your help, we can contribute to a cleaner future! Join our litter critter team and discover the life cycle of litter, the impacts it has on our Earth, and how you can make a difference.
Program is FREE thanks to a partnership with WPS.
Bus transportation available to and from program.

Thursday Hike: Grills Preserve, Bradford
2022-11-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Grills Preserve, 198 Bowling Lane, Westerly, RI, 02808, United States
This walk will be about 3.5 miles long and is on WLT’s 500-acre preserve over primarily flat terrain often along the Pawcatuck River on clear, wide trails. We will be able to see most of the popular attractions, including the Polly Coon Bridge, the Larkin Foundation dating from the 1660s, and views from Big Hill after a short but steep climb. Meet at the parking lot at 198 Bowling Lane in Bradford Village.
Contact Hike Leader to sign up: Jeff Walker, 401-447-1879 and email: Jeffrey.walker@cox.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.

Litter Critters: Springbrook (Grades K-2)
2022-11-09 15:45 - 17:15 | Grills Preserve, 198 Bowling Lane, Westerly, RI, 02808, United States
Living Laboratories for Springbrook Elementary School Grades K-2

Litter is toxic to our environment yet it is all around us. Plastic and other debris that end up in our environment don’t just go away, but with your help, we can contribute to a cleaner future! Join our litter critter team and discover the life cycle of litter, the impacts it has on our Earth, and how you can make a difference.
Program is FREE thanks to a partnership with WPS.
Bus transportation available to and from program.

Wine in the Woods- SOLD OUT
2022-11-05 13:30 - 16:00
The right pairing is important for any wine, and we think we’ve found just the right compliment!

Join us this November as The Westerly Land Trust pairs with Tapped Apple Winery, and Knead Doughnuts for our second Wine in the Woods! Bring your friends for a happy hour hike at Wahaneeta, followed by a wine and cider tasting in the woods while you study appleology among the oaks and enjoy Knead Doughnuts. Cheers to good friends, good trails and good wine!
This event is FREE for Westerly Land Trust members and $15 for non-members.
Not a WLT member yet, but would like to be? Join our community and CLICK HERE.
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Litter Critters: Dunn's Corners (Grades 3-4)
2022-11-03 15:45 - 17:15 | Grills Preserve, 198 Bowling Lane, Westerly, RI, 02808, United States
Living Laboratories for Dunn’s Corners Elementary School Grades 3-4

Litter is toxic to our environment yet it is all around us. Plastic and other debris that end up in our environment don’t just go away, but with your help, we can contribute to a cleaner future! Join our litter critter team and discover the life cycle of litter, the impacts it has on our Earth, and how you can make a difference.
Program is FREE thanks to a partnership with WPS.
Bus transportation available to and from program.

Thursday Hike: Native American Ceremonial Stonework at Wyassup Lake
2022-11-03 09:00 - 23:30
This is another hike for those interested in seeing some examples of Native American ceremonial stonework in the area. Having occupied New England for over 12,000 years, it is not unexpected that the indigenous peoples would have left traces behind of their lives in New England’s woods. This hike will leave from the boat launch parking lot at Wyassup Lake in North Stonington. While the length of the hike is relatively short, most of it will be off-trail, so be sure to bring hiking sticks and suitable shoes. It is in moderately difficult terrain, and will take about 2.5 hours at a leisurely pace as we stop to see and discuss the stonework along the way. Rain cancels the hike, but if unsure of the weather, you can text my number the morning of the hike after 6:00 AM to see if it is a go. We will leave 145 Wyassup Lake Road at the boat launch area at 9:00 AM.
To sign up, please contact Hike Leader: Markham Starr, telephone for text messages: 860-908-3870
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.
