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SUMMARY:Wildlife and Watersheds DCS Grades K-1
DESCRIPTION:Living Laboratories for Dunn’s Corners Elementary School Grades K-1\n\n\nFrom pond to trails\, put your observation skills to the test and use technology to discover the fascinating creatures that call Wahaneeta Preserve home. \n\nNO COST thanks to generous community support\nA healthy snack is provided at the start of the program.\nAll students are bussed to program\, transportation is available home.\nRegistration closes for all programs on March 28\, 2025
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/wildlife-and-watersheds-dcs-grades-k-1/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T090000
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SUMMARY:Early Spring Birding Walk
DESCRIPTION:Bring your binoculars and curiosity to explore Avondale Farm for migratory birds!\n\n\nBirds migrating through Westerly in early spring should be on display at the Farm. Join avid birder\, Barbara Seith for this fairly accessible walk/adventure – we will walk around the paved loop and then venture into the bramble to the north of the main field. Bring binoculars & your curiosity. Appropriate for all ages. \n  \n\nThis event is the second in a 2-part birding series. While Spring Birding in Westerly is not a prerequisite for this hike\, it offers excellent background information. We invite you to register for both!\nNO COST for WLT members and $10 for non-members\, which Barbara has generously pledged to donate to WLT.\nNot a WLT member yet\, but would like to be? CLICK HERE.\n\nLocation/parking: Avondale Farm\, park at Quail Run entrance
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/early-spring-birding/
LOCATION:Avondale Farm Preserve\, Quail Run\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event Hikes,Voices of the Land
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T193000
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SUMMARY:Historic Cemetery Hike
DESCRIPTION:Honor “Historical Cemeteries Awareness and Preservation Weeks” with WLT volunteer and RI Historic Cemetery Commissioner\, Larry Hunter.\n\n\nJoin WLT Land Stewardship Manager Marc Doherty and WLT volunteer and RI Historic Cemetery Commissioner Larry Hunter for a hike and historic cemetery tour at Grills Preserve. We will start our adventure on the Blue Trail\, continue along the dyke and the Pawcatuck River with a stop at the Polly Coon Bridge for a scenic overlook that stretches over the river and connects WLT Grills Preserve to Hopkinton Grills Preserve. Then we’ll venture on to Clark Hiscox Lot where Larry will show ongoing conservation and preservation work in the cemetery. Bring along your camera and some water and a little snack. \n \n\nTours are recommended for adults.\nThis event is third in a 3-part series. While Cemetery 101 (April 22) and the Historic Cemetery Tour (April 30) are not required prerequisits for this hike\, they both offer excellent background information. We invite you to register for all three!\nPlease prepare for being out in the grass and woods\, and bring bug repellant and water.\nNo Cost for WLT members and $10 for not-yet-members\, which Larry has generously pledged to donate to WLT.\nNot a WLT member yet\, but would like to be? CLICK HERE.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/historic-cemetery-hike/
LOCATION:Grills Preserve\, 198 Bowling Lane\, Westerly\, RI\, 02808\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event Hikes,Voices of the Land,WLT Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T113000
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SUMMARY:Pollinators & Planting Homeschool Ages 5-9
DESCRIPTION:Dig your hands in the soil and discover proper planting and care techniques for a thriving garden at Barlow Nature Preserve.\n\n\nDig your hands in the soil and discover proper planting and care techniques for a thriving garden at Barlow Nature Preserve. Bonus: Take home your own seedling to nurture! \n \n\nNO COST thanks to generous community support\nRegistration closes for all programs on March 28\, 2025
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/pollinators-planting-homeschool-ages-5-9/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T140000
DTSTAMP:20260604T133059
CREATED:20250117T183630Z
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SUMMARY:Pollinators & Planting Homeschool Ages 10-14
DESCRIPTION:Dig your hands in the soil and discover proper planting and care techniques for a thriving garden at Barlow Nature Preserve.\n\n\nDig your hands in the soil and discover proper planting and care techniques for a thriving garden at Barlow Nature Preserve. Bonus: Take home your own seedling to nurture! \n \n\nNO COST thanks to generous community support\nRegistration closes for all programs on March 28\, 2025
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/pollinators-planting-homeschool-ages-10-14/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T100000
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SUMMARY:World Migratory Bird Day: Guided Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:Join us in welcoming back the neo-tropical migrants such as bluebirds\, tanagers\, and  as they return to their summer territories.\n\n\nWorld Migratory Bird Day (WMBD) is an annual awareness-raising campaign highlighting the need for the conservation of migratory birds and their habitats. It has a global outreach and is an effective tool to help raise global awareness of the threats faced by migratory birds\, their ecological importance\, and the need for international cooperation to conserve them. https://www.migratorybirdday.org/Join us as we welcome back the neo-tropical migrants as they return to their summer territories — from thrushes to warblers\, bluebirds to tanagers and beyond. This year’s WMBD theme\, shared spaces\, seeks to highlight how every community — whether urban\, rural\, or wild — can do things to support our migratory birds.  \nDon’t forget to bring your binoculars! We will meet at Barlow Nature Preserve. and then head out to explore other nearby WLT properties. After our morning walk there will be some coffee and treats at Barlow\, where we can talk about the highlights of the day! \n \n\nRegistration required; spots are limited.\nNO COST for WLT members and $10 for not-yet-members\,\nNot a WLT member yet\, but would like to be? CLICK HERE.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/world-migratory-bird-day-guided-bird-count-6/
LOCATION:Barlow Nature Preserve\, 449 Westerly Bradford Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250511T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250511T120000
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CREATED:20250417T151632Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Stewardship Day at Grills
DESCRIPTION:Help protect unique and rare plant populations from invasives in Grills Preserve!\n\n\nLet’s take a few hours on Mother’s Day to celebrate our common matriarch\, Mother Earth! Everyone is welcome to help us protect unique and rare plant populations in Grills Preserve from invasive plants like garlic mustard\, Japanese honeysuckle\, and round leaf bittersweet.  \n We will take a 1.5-mile hike to a small\, rocky hilltop to hand-pull invasive plants before they outcompete some unique early-season perennial wildflowers. On our walk back to the trailhead\, we might stop by a few small meadows and cut back woody growth while looking for signs of other important native wildflowers.  \n Come prepared for a couple of hours in the woods with weather-appropriate clothing\, work gloves\, loppers\, tick and sun protection\, and water.   \nEmail WLT’s Land Stewardship Manager\, Marc\, at mdoherty@westerlylandtrust.org with any questions.  \n  \nThank you for helping steward our lands\, and don’t forget to bring your mother! 
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/volunteer-stewardship-day-at-grills/
LOCATION:Grills Preserve\, 198 Bowling Lane\, Westerly\, RI\, 02808\, United States
CATEGORIES:Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T113000
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SUMMARY:Wildlife & Watersheds Homeschool Ages 5-9
DESCRIPTION:From pond to trails put your observation skills to the test!\n\n\nFrom pond to trails\, put your observation skills to the test and use technology to discover the fascinating creatures that call Wahaneeta Preserve home. \n  \n\nNO COST thanks to generous community support\nRegistration closes for all programs on March 28\, 2025
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/wildlife-watersheds-homeschool-ages-5-9/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T133059
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SUMMARY:Thursday Hike: Champlin Farm Preserve
DESCRIPTION:This will be the first walk at the newly acquired Chaplin Preserve at 64 Boombridge Road in Westerly. The entrance is just north of a swamp area on the west side of Boombridge Road. 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. Please contact the hike leader to sign up! \n\nLeader: David Prigmore\nPhone: 401-348-2855\nEmail: d.bprigmore@gmail.com\n\nThursday Hikes occur every Thursday but only the ones on Westerly Land Trust properties appear on our calendar of events. To see the full Thursday Hike schedule click here.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/thursday-hike-champlin-farm-preserve/
LOCATION:Champlin Farm Preserve\, 64 boombridge Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Thursday Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T140000
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CREATED:20250117T183803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T193757Z
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SUMMARY:Wildlife & Watersheds Homeschool Ages 10-14
DESCRIPTION:From pond to trails put your observation skills to the test!\n\n\nFrom pond to trails\, put your observation skills to the test and use technology to discover the fascinating creatures that call Wahaneeta Preserve home. \n \n\nNO COST thanks to generous community support\nRegistration closes for all programs on March 28\, 2025
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/wildlife-watersheds-homeschool-ages-10-14/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T133059
CREATED:20250418T135339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T151639Z
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SUMMARY:Grow Your Own - Cutting Garden Workshop with Echo Rock Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Imagine stepping outside to your own garden\, snips in hand\, and cutting a bouquet of fresh\, vibrant blooms for your home. In this workshop\, you’ll learn how to create and care for a manageable cut flower patch filled with stunning flowers that bloom all season long. \nJoin Echo Rock Flowers\, for a hands-on gardening workshop designed to educate and inspire. You’ll be amazed by what you can grow in such a small area! We will guide you through creating your very own cutting garden – from seed to vase. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out\, this workshop will leave you equipped and excited to grow your own patch of beauty at home. \nClick Here for More Info and to Register!  \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/grow-your-own-cutting-garden-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:20250518T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T140000
DTSTAMP:20260604T133059
CREATED:20250428T184632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T184645Z
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SUMMARY:41st Annual Garden Market
DESCRIPTION:Please join Westerly Library and Wilcox Park for their 41st Annual Garden Market Fair! \nWander through Wilcox Park to find everything from annuals\, perennials\, trees\, shrubs\, organic vegetables\, herbs\, and accessories for purchase as well as tables with community nonprofit organizations\, food\, and music with The Westerly Band. Don’t forget to visit with the alpacas! \nClick here for more information\, including a list of vendors and a schedule of activities.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/41st-annual-garden-market/
LOCATION:Wilcox Park\, 44 Broad Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:WLT Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T110000
DTSTAMP:20260604T133059
CREATED:20250414T185702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T185702Z
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SUMMARY:Outdoor Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:Sweat and move with us for a 1 hour outdoor bootcamp class led by Sarah Rocketto with BarreCoast. We will utilize our own body weight and resistance bands to increase intensity. \nBring your yoga mat\, another mat or sheet/blanket to place underneath\, and a bottle of water. \nWinnapaug Farm Preserve is located off of Shore Road in Westerly.  Take a left off Shore from Winnapaug Road.  You will see the field ahead to your right.   Approximately 1/4 mile down you will drive through the red gate and park where cars are lining up.  You’ll be a few steps from where class will be held!\n\nAdvanced Registration Required.  \n\n\nWesterly Land Trust members\, contact Erika Lebling\nelebling@westerlylandtrust.org for reduced price registration of $10\n\n\n\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR OUTDOOR BOOTCAMP\n 
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/outdoor-bootcamp/
LOCATION:Winnapaug Farm Preserve\, 117 Shore Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States\, 117 Shore Rd\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness in the Woods,WLT Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T120000
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SUMMARY:CANCELED! Thursday Hike: Riverwood Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Unfortunately\, the hike has been canceled due to anticipated rain. \nThis property is part of the Westerly Land Trust’s Pawcatuck River Corridor Initiative. It consists of 148 acres of woodland\, rocky ridges and freshwater wetlands adjacent to the Pawcatuck River and the Boy Scout Camp. It has interesting quarry remnants\, river views and descent through a beautiful gorge. Some climbing in rocky areas may be involved as the best views are from the higher elevations. Meet on Old Hopkinton Road at the end of Boy Scout Drive. Please park along Old Hopkinton Road – we will walk into the preserve from there. \n\nLeader: Marc Doherty\nPhone: 508-308-9787\nEmail: mdoherty@westerlylandtrust.org\n\nThursday Hikes occur every Thursday but only the ones on Westerly Land Trust property appear on our calendar of events. To see the full Thursday Hike schedule click here.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/thursday-hike-riverwood-preserve-3/
LOCATION:Riverwood Preserve\, 5 Boy Scout Drive\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Thursday Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T183000
DTSTAMP:20260604T133059
CREATED:20250421T161807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T170901Z
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SUMMARY:Tree Canopy Open House
DESCRIPTION:At this Open House\, learn more about the collaborative efforts of the Green Infrastructure Center and the Town of Westerly to add more trees to town for the purposes of reducing urban heat\, mitigating flood damage\, and improving community health. \nWHEN: Wednesday\, May 28th from 5-6:30pm (free tour of Wilcox Park 6:30-7pm) \nWHERE: Westerly Library\, 44 Broad Street (Terrace Room\, 3rd Floor) \nHosted By: The Green Infrastructure Center (GIC) in partnership with the Town of Westerly \nRegistration is recommended: tinyurl.com/r6axu2w8 \nCan’t make it? They’d still like to hear from you. Please fill out this survey: tinyurl.com/mwe23fnd \n 
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/tree-canopy-2025/
LOCATION:RI
CATEGORIES:WLT Partner Events
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