Barlow Nature Preserve

In 2018, Eleanor Barlow’s generous bequest made possible the protection of this 80-acre land and inspired its new name: the Eleanor F. & Edward W. Barlow Nature Preserve. A true ambassador landscape, this preserve has diverse habitat, including agricultural land, upland forest, and extensive freshwater wetlands adjacent to the state-owned, 111-acre Newton Swamp Management Area. Additionally, the Barlow Nature Preserve boasts significant scenic and recreational value with upland areas consisting of walking trails and overlooks.

When considering the best and highest use for this property, it was determined that the Barlow Nature Preserve would become the home and headquarters for the Westerly Land Trust, and that the land would be brought back into agricultural vibrancy. In 2019, WLT renovated the existing farmhouse into a beautiful office space, and three young farmers were engaged to tend the land. We at the Westerly Land Trust are incredibly proud of the work that has been accomplished by Frontier Farm and Echo Rock Flowers.

Click here to read Barlow Nature Preserve’s history.

Trails: This property has two trail systems: one located on the east side of the property and one on the west. Please visit the WLT trails app for trail maps and directions.

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Location: 449 Westerly Bradford Road

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🦞Just one of the many critters students found while
dipping-netting in the pond at Wahaneeta Preserve.🦞

Crayfish are found in fresh water in many places around the world. They have a hard and protective exoskeleton that sheds as they grow. A single tail flip can propel them through the water when they feel threatened, perfectly demonstrated by our little friend in the video.

🐝🥕There are still spots open for our next two Living Laboratories sessions- Interesting Insects and Farming with Friends. 🍅Our Farm Squad 4-week FREE summer program is still open as well. If the session you’re interested in is full, please join our waitlist! Select “Youth Education” in the link in our bio to register. 🌳

#naturesclassroom #crayfish #students #pond #dipnet #waders #elementaryschool #outside #explore #hike #wildlife #naturalist #westerlyrhodeisland #westerlyri ##rhodeisland

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🦞Just one of the many critters students found while dipping-netting in the pond at Wahaneeta Preserve.🦞 Crayfish are found in fresh water in many places around the world. They have a hard and protective exoskeleton that sheds as they grow. A single tail flip can propel them through the water when they feel threatened, perfectly demonstrated by our little friend in the video. 🐝🥕There are still spots open for our next two Living Laboratories sessions- Interesting Insects and Farming with Friends. 🍅Our Farm Squad 4-week FREE summer program is still open as well. If the session you’re interested in is full, please join our waitlist! Select “Youth Education” in the link in our bio to register. 🌳 #naturesclassroom #crayfish #students #pond #dipnet #waders #elementaryschool #outside #explore #hike #wildlife #naturalist #westerlyrhodeisland #westerlyri ##rhodeisland

🦞Just one of the many critters students found while
dipping-netting in the pond at Wahaneeta Preserve.🦞

Crayfish are found in fresh water in many places around the world. They have a hard and protective exoskeleton that sheds as they grow. A single tail flip can propel them through the water when they feel threatened, perfectly demonstrated by our little friend in the video.

🐝🥕There are still spots open for our next two Living Laboratories sessions- Interesting Insects and Farming with Friends. 🍅Our Farm Squad 4-week FREE summer program is still open as well. If the session you’re interested in is full, please join our waitlist! Select “Youth Education” in the link in our bio to register. 🌳

#naturesclassroom #crayfish #students #pond #dipnet #waders #elementaryschool #outside #explore #hike #wildlife #naturalist #westerlyrhodeisland #westerlyri ##rhodeisland ...

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⏰It’s almost time for 401Gives, Rhode Island’s Statewide Day of Giving, celebrated every year on 4/01 in honor of the Ocean State’s area code. This year, the online fundraiser will run for two full days:

🌳MONDAY, April 1 beginning at 6am through TUESDAY, April 2 ending at 6pm.🌳

‼️On 4/01 if you’d like to join the 401Gives fun and support the Westerly Land Trust’s conservation efforts, local small scale agriculture and environmental education programs, please follow the link in our bio or visit
401gives.org/organizations/westerly-land-trust.‼️

Powered by United Way of Rhode Island, this is the 5th consecutive 401Gives and the Westerly Land Trust’s 5th time participating. We registered for our first at the end of 2019, and boy, were we glad we did when April 1, 2020 rolled around and our traditional fundraising plans faced an uncertain future. Our amazing supporters rallied to raise $10,000 for WLT in just one day, signaling people’s need for connection with nature during a tumultuous time. 401Gives has held a soft spot in our hearts ever since. But it’s more than just what this event does for WLT. All across the state on this day, people are showing up to support the causes that they appreciate most!

Thank you in advance for your generosity.💚🌳

#landtrust #landtrustalliance #hike #nature #westerlyri #southcountyri #stoningtonct #oceanstate #rhodeisland #401 #401gives

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⏰It’s almost time for 401Gives, Rhode Island’s Statewide Day of Giving, celebrated every year on 4/01 in honor of the Ocean State’s area code. This year, the online fundraiser will run for two full days: 🌳MONDAY, April 1 beginning at 6am through TUESDAY, April 2 ending at 6pm.🌳 ‼️On 4/01 if you’d like to join the 401Gives fun and support the Westerly Land Trust’s conservation efforts, local small scale agriculture and environmental education programs, please follow the link in our bio or visit 401gives.org/organizations/westerly-land-trust.‼️ Powered by United Way of Rhode Island, this is the 5th consecutive 401Gives and the Westerly Land Trust’s 5th time participating. We registered for our first at the end of 2019, and boy, were we glad we did when April 1, 2020 rolled around and our traditional fundraising plans faced an uncertain future. Our amazing supporters rallied to raise $10,000 for WLT in just one day, signaling people’s need for connection with nature during a tumultuous time. 401Gives has held a soft spot in our hearts ever since. But it’s more than just what this event does for WLT. All across the state on this day, people are showing up to support the causes that they appreciate most! Thank you in advance for your generosity.💚🌳 #landtrust #landtrustalliance #hike #nature #westerlyri #southcountyri #stoningtonct #oceanstate #rhodeisland #401 #401gives

⏰It’s almost time for 401Gives, Rhode Island’s Statewide Day of Giving, celebrated every year on 4/01 in honor of the Ocean State’s area code. This year, the online fundraiser will run for two full days:

🌳MONDAY, April 1 beginning at 6am through TUESDAY, April 2 ending at 6pm.🌳

‼️On 4/01 if you’d like to join the 401Gives fun and support the Westerly Land Trust’s conservation efforts, local small scale agriculture and environmental education programs, please follow the link in our bio or visit
401gives.org/organizations/westerly-land-trust.‼️

Powered by United Way of Rhode Island, this is the 5th consecutive 401Gives and the Westerly Land Trust’s 5th time participating. We registered for our first at the end of 2019, and boy, were we glad we did when April 1, 2020 rolled around and our traditional fundraising plans faced an uncertain future. Our amazing supporters rallied to raise $10,000 for WLT in just one day, signaling people’s need for connection with nature during a tumultuous time. 401Gives has held a soft spot in our hearts ever since. But it’s more than just what this event does for WLT. All across the state on this day, people are showing up to support the causes that they appreciate most!

Thank you in advance for your generosity.💚🌳

#landtrust #landtrustalliance #hike #nature #westerlyri #southcountyri #stoningtonct #oceanstate #rhodeisland #401 #401gives ...

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