The Westerly Land Trust

WLT is hosting expert microgreen grower, Kain Bonneau for two very exciting hands-on workshops, one for adults and one for ages 6 and up! 🥗

🌱Microgreens 101: Wednesday, April 9, 5:30 pm

Join us at Barlow Nature Preserve where Kain will guide you through the process of selecting seeds, preparing your growing space, and nurturing your plants from seed to harvest, while highlighting nutritional value and culinary applications. At the end of the session, you’ll take home your very own micro greens grow kit, so you can get started immediately! Come prepared to get dirty as we will be sowing and sampling many varieties of microgreens! This workshop is geared towards adults. WLT members are $25 and $35 for nonmember, which Kait has generously pledged to donate a portion of proceeds to WLT. Registration is required, spots are limited. Sign up through our Calendar of Events at the link in our bio.

🌱Seedling School: Monday, April 14, 10 am during April Break!

In this exciting and interactive class, students will discover the wonders of microgreens – tiny, nutritious plants that are as fun to grow as they are to eat! This program teaches not only how to grow plants but also how to be mindful of the environment and the importance of healthy, home-grown food. By the end of the session students will know how to grow their own microgreens and leave with a DIY microgreen grow kit to start growing at home. This program is for students ages 6 and up. Student drop off and pick up is required! This program is NO COST thanks to generous community support! Registration is required, spots are limited. Register through our Calendar of Events at the link in our bio.

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The Spring Equinox is here, marking the season of growth and new beginnings! Here’s to longer days, blooming flowers, and warmer weather! 🌅🌸🌱

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Many thanks to the @thewatchhillconservancy for hosting the WLT team for a windy walk at Napatree Point Conservation Area yesterday. 🌊

🐧Did you know that Napatree has been designated a “Globally Important Bird Area” by the National Audubon Society and a “Climate Response Demonstration Site” by the University of Rhode Island Coastal Institute?

There is so much good environmental research and conservation work going on right here in Westerly, and we are proud to call the Watch Hill Conservancy friends and allies in these endeavors. 🌾

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☘️ Not to jinx things, but could it be that the worst of winter is behind us?

While weather in New England is most unexpected, let’s focus on the joys of March: in one week we’ll set our clocks ahead giving us more light at the end of the day for evening walks. Continue reading for details about each event mentioned in the pictures!

🔸Nordic Walking Kick-Off, Is it right for you? Wednesday, March 5, 5:30-6:30 pm at Barlow

🔸View the full Thursday Hike schedule through the “Hikes, Paddles, and Wellness” tab in the link in our bio!

🔸Weekend Volunteer Stewardship Day
Sunday, March 9, 11 am-1 pm at Grills Preserve

🔸Spring Equinox Yoga Hike
Thursday, March 20, 5-7 pm at Grills Preserve

🔸Setting Up Your Hive
Thursday, March 27, 5:30-7pm inside Barlow

🔸Support WLT and our local birds by ordering a hand-built birdhouse. Click the “Shop & Support” tab through the link in our bio to order!

🔸Head over to @echo_rock_flowers and @frontierfarmri to check out their CSA’s and flower subscriptions!

🌈Follow the link in our bio or head over to our website, westerlylandtrust.org to find our “Calendar of Events” for more information about each event!

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Collect & Craft! 🌲🪺

Students and their families joined us at Wahaneeta Preserve to identify pine trees, create pinecone bird feeders, and search for animal tracks in the snow! ❄️

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