A crisp winter hike and reveling around a fire with friends old and new... on a Friday night — what could be better!After a nice late afternoon stroll through Grills Preserve, we will gather around the fire to share a warm drink. Bring warm layers and a headlamp/flashlight. Hope to see you all there.This event [...]
The Westerly Track & Athletic Club hosts an annual trail race at Grills Preserve in October. This year, it is #3 of 4 in the Fall Race Series. You'll have two options: 10K or 10 miles. Both courses showcase Grills Preserve in Westerly, and the 10-Mile course also features beautiful trails, bridges, and riverfront in [...]
Join us for a day of community and conservation as we enhance our beautiful local trails! On October 9th, the Westerly Land Trust and Ocean Community YMCA invite you to participate in our Volunteer Stewardship Day. Event Highlights: Start out trailhead native plant garden: Help us lay the foundation for a vibrant native plant garden [...]
Join the Rhode Island Wild Plant Society for a Botanizing Walk at WLT's Grill Preserve on Thursday, July 18th from 10am to 12pm. To learn more or sign-up, visit the link to the RIWPS website below -- https://riwps.org/event/first-thursday-botanizing-walk-grills-preserve/
Living Laboratories for Springbrook Elementary School Grades K-1 Insects are essential to keep our ecosystems running smoothly, even the creepy crawling ones. Dive into the world of entomology as you observe insect habitats. Use technology to trap, identify, and release critters. Grade 2-4 will have the opportunity to explore using more advanced technology. The program [...]
Living Laboratories for Springbrook Elementary School Grades 2-4 Insects are essential to keep our ecosystems running smoothly, even the creepy crawling ones. Dive into the world of entomology as you observe insect habitats. Use technology to trap, identify, and release critters. Grade 2-4 will have the opportunity to explore using more advanced technology. The program [...]
Due to inclement weather, this hike is postponed until Wednesday, March 27. Please contact Lauren at lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org with any questions. Celebrate the arrival of Spring and embark on a mindful adventure through the forest where we will practice yoga and welcome new beginnings. The Spring Equinox is a perfect time to get outside and take [...]
In celebration of Thanksgiving, the Thursday Hiking Group will meet on Friday, November 24 at Grills Preserve to walk off turkey, mashed potatoes, and pie. This event is free and open to everyone. If you'd like to attend, please notify hike leader Sally Hanson at 401-932-5295 or sallyhanson242@gmail.com. This walk on WLT's 500-acre preserve is [...]
In celebration of Thanksgiving, the Thursday Hiking Group will meet on Friday, November 24 at Grills Preserve to walk off turkey, mashed potatoes, and pie. This event is free and open to everyone. If you'd like to attend, please notify hike leader Sally Hanson at 401-932-5295 or sallyhanson242@gmail.com. This walk on WLT's 500-acre preserve is [...]