August 2019
Evening Hike at Grills Preserve
Join the Westerly Land Trust for an evening hike at Grills Preserve! This wooded land is perfect for an outing with scenic views along the Pawcatuck River and a panoramic vista from atop Big Hill. We’ll learn about the preserve’s habitats, animals that live in them, and some of the interesting historical features here. Come along and enjoy the great outdoors with us! Please dress appropriately (i.e. comfortable shoes/boots). You may also want to bring along bug spray and a…
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Group Run at Grills Preserve
Join us for a group run at Grills Preserve! This is a great area for some trail running with 2.5 miles of river frontage along the Pawcatuck. Please keep in mind that these trails have uneven terrain and there could be some wet areas. We suggest wearing orange just as a precaution even through it is no longer hunting season. Grills Preserve is located at the end of Bowling Lane in Bradford. Please park in the gravel lot. If you…
Find out more »March 2020
Trails & Ales
Join WLT for a fun, 1 hour hike at Grills Preserve after work! Join us for the hike and you’ll receive a voucher for a free draft pour at Grey Sail Brewery following the hike! This event will be a great opportunity to unwind after work, enjoy some great beer, get outside and meet new people. You’ll even have the opportunity to grab a coupon and/or some merchandise from Cahill & Co., a unique, outdoor clothing store in downtown Westerly.…
Find out more »October 2020
Hike at Grills Preserve, Westerly
Join us for our free-guided trail walks on Thursdays. Walks are between 1 ½ to 3 hours and are open to all ages with our target group being agile seniors. Please keep in mind that these are wooded trails with stumps, roots and rocks so be sure to wear hiking boots or good walking shoes. Be aware that our hikes leave promptly so be on time! COVID-19: RSVP is required and space is limited. If you are interested in attending,…
Find out more »November 2020
Living Laboratories at Grills Preserve
Join Youth Education Coordinator Joe Barnes at Grills Preserve on Wednesday, November 11th for an outdoor classroom experience. Explore a living laboratory through an immersive hike on the trails! For students in K-2 (1:00 – 2:00 P.M.), prepare to get energized about Energy! Grades 3-5 (2:30 – 3:30 P.M.) will do activities at the intersection of Humans and the Environment! Grades 6-8 (3:30 - 4:30 P.M.), renew your interest in Renewable Technology! Registration is capped at 10 students per session.…
Find out more »Harvest Hike
Join the Westerly Land Trust at our Grills Preserve for an autumnal adventure! Come hike with us around scenic foliage and good company. Due to current gathering restrictions, please note: Face masks must be bought for each individual to be worn if necessary Please follow 6′ social distancing Due to gathering restrictions, please note that space is very limited! RSVP is required for this event! If you would like to RSVP, please send an email to Joe Barnes at jbarnes@westerlylandtrust.org…
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