Events
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Hunter’s Supermoon Hike
Champlin Farm Preserve 64 boombridge Road, Westerly, RI, United StatesEvent HikesJoin us under the Supermoon for a thrilling hike through the wilderness - expect a night of adventure and mystery! Join 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, [...]
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Fungal Foray with Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center
Flora Whiteley Preserve 197 Potter Hill Road, Westerly, RI, United StatesEvent HikesJoin 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. Meets at Flora Whiteley Preserve, [...]
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Trail Blazing for Girl Scouts: Juniors, Daisies, and Brownies
Wahaneeta Preserve 118 Moorehouse Road, Westerly, RI, United StatesWLT Partner EventsLace 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 [...]
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Birdability Week 2025
Voices of the LandThe 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. Birdability Week 2025 Celebrates Accessible and Inclusive Birding in Rhode Island & Nationwide October [...]
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Nature Journaling Workshop
Wahaneeta Preserve 118 Moorehouse Road, Westerly, RI, United StatesSlow down. Look closer. Connect with nature. Discover 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 Wonder Foundation, our group, welcomes all ages and experience levels. No artistic skill required! Why Join? Deepen your connection [...]
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The Dahlia Workshop hosted by Echo Rock Flowers
Barlow Nature Preserve, 449 Westerly Bradford Rd, Westerly, RI 02891, USAWLT Partner EventsDig, Divide, and Store: An End-of-Season Dahlia Workshop Imagine 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 [...]
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Forest Bathing and Birding
Avondale Farm Preserve Quail Run, Westerly, RI, United StatesJoin us for a mindful birding session at Avondale Farm Preserve focused on accessibility.Celebrate 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 [...]
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Thursday Hike: Dr. John Champlin Glacier Park
Thursday HikesA 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 [...]
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Prints, Paths, and Play!
Barlow Nature Preserve 449 Westerly Bradford Road, Westerly, RI, United StatesEducationJoin WildRoots and The Westerly Land Trust (WLT) for a collaborative morning of exploration, discovery, and play!We’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.We’ll start our journey with an engaging, hands-on lesson about animal tracks and signs, [...]