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SUMMARY:WLT/WildRoots Wednesday Wonder Walk
DESCRIPTION:December’s theme is Terrific Tree’s. Come walk\, wonder\, and grow with us!\n\nDecember’s theme is Terrific Trees. Come walk\, wonder\, and grow with us! \nWe are teaming up with our friends from WildRoots once a month for Westerly Land Trust & WildRoots Wednesday Wonder Walks\, a guided family hiking series curated to spark curiosity and nurture a lifelong love of nature. Our partnership blends playful discovery with embedded teaching\, helping children build knowledge naturally as they explore. By connecting families to the land and encouraging stewardship\, we hope to inspire the next generation to care for—and protect—the wild places around them. \nEach session invites children and their families to slow down\, look closely\, and discover the magic of the natural world together. Every month features a new theme and a new Westerly Land Trust property\, giving young explorers the chance to get to know their local environment in a meaningful and memorable way. \nDecember’s theme is Terrific Trees and will be held at Wahaneeta Preserve. Through hands-on exploration\, gentle guidance\, and curiosity-led investigations\, children will learn how to identify local tree species\, observe seasonal changes\, and uncover the hidden stories that forests hold. \n– Programs are NO COST thanks to generous community support \n– Registration is required for all participants \n– An adult must accompany their child/children during program \nParking is available in the field at Wahaneeta Preserve. Turn in at the sign for Trombino Ball Field\, follow the dirt road past the fields\, and stay to the left. Continue left past the Wahaneeta sign and up through the dirt parking lot. Stay left as you go through the gate and park in the field. \nAbout the Hosts \nWildRoots Play is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a community where children and families can nurture connection\, holistic development\, and Earth stewardship through immersive experiences in nature and play. \nThe Westerly Land Trust (WLT) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to conserving open space\, revitalizing neighborhoods\, and building community in Westerly\, Rhode Island. By preserving and managing lands like Barlow Nature Preserve\, WLT provides opportunities for education\, recreation\, and engagement with the natural world. \nWLT & WildRoots Wednesday Wonder Walks Schedule (registration will be open soon). \n– Wednesday\, Dec 10- Terrific Trees \n– Wednesday\, Jan 14- Rhody Rocks \n– Wednesday\, Feb 11- Feather Friends \n– Wednesday\, March 11- Sprout Scouts \n– Wednesday\, April 22 (Earth Day!)- Habitat Hunters \n– Wednesday\, May 13- Eco Engineers \n– Wednesday\, June 10- Buds & Bugs
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/wlt-wildroots-wednesday-wonder-walk/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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SUMMARY:Turkey Trot: Wahaneeta Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a post-Thanksgiving Turkey Trot!\nThis is a walking tour of the WLT’s Wahaneeta Preserve and a section of the adjoining Woody Hill Management Area. Parking will be available at Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road. The gate will be open; drive through the gate and park in the field at Wahaneeta. All parking must be inside the Preserve.  \nLeader: Sally Hanson           Phone: 401 932-5395          Email: sallyhanson242@gmail.com \nFluorescent Orange Requirements\n\nIn State Management areas\, everyone is required to wear 200 square inches of solid daylight fluorescent orange from the second Saturday in September to the last day of February and the last Thursday in April to the last day in May\, annually.\n500 square inches by all hunters (including archers)and all users of management areas and undeveloped state parks during all portions of shotgun deer seasons.\n\nClick to view the full Thursday Hike Schedule
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/turkey-trot-wahaneeta-preserve/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Thursday Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T113000
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SUMMARY:Nature Journaling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Slow down. Look closer. Connect with nature.\n\n\nDiscover the joy of nature journaling—a fun\, informal way to explore the outdoors using words\, pictures\, and numbers. Inspired by the practices of John Muir Laws and the Wild \nWonder Foundation\, our group\, welcomes all ages and experience levels. No artistic skill required! \nWhy Join? \n\nDeepen your connection to the natural world\nBoost curiosity\, mindfulness\, and appreciation for the environment\nReduce stress through quiet observation\nLearn about plants\, animals\, and landscapes in a creative\, personal way\nDocument your outdoor experiences in a meaningful way\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\nWear flourescent orange hat and/or vest\nA notebook or sketchbook\nPens or pencils\nOptional: colored pencils\, markers\, binoculars\, magnifying glass\nSomething light and portable to sit on (e.g. a small camp chair\, folding stool\, or cushion) to make your time journaling outdoors more comfortable.\n\nLed by Jonah Salsich\, a Westerly resident and experienced elementary teacher of over 18 years\, who is also an amateur naturalist and artist. After discovering the power of nature journaling\, he has blended his passions for teaching\, observing\, and creating into a practice that sparks wonder and connection. With experience in both journaling and leading nature journaling workshops\, he is excited to invite others on this rewarding journey. \nThis is a relaxed\, no-pressure group. We’re here to share inspiration\, spend time outdoors\, and grow our sense of wonder together—one page at a time. \nParking is available in the field at Wahaneeta Preserve. Turn in at the sign for Trombino Ball Field\, follow the dirt road past the fields\, and stay to the left. Continue left past the Wahaneeta sign and up through the dirt parking lot. Stay left as you go through the gate and park in the field. \nCost: $10 for WLT members and $25 for non-members. Jonah is generously donating a portion of the proceeds to the Westerly Land Trust to support our conservation efforts. Not a member but would like to become one? Click here to become a WLT member today. \nThis workshop is geared toward ages 18 and up\, but don’t be afraid to channel your inner child\, come curious! Registration is required! 
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/nature-journaling-workshop-3/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:WLT Partner Events
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SUMMARY:Nature Journaling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Slow down. Look closer. Connect with nature.\n\n\nDiscover the joy of nature journaling—a fun\, informal way to explore the outdoors using words\, pictures\, and numbers. Inspired by the practices of John Muir Laws and the Wild \nWonder Foundation\, our group\, welcomes all ages and experience levels. No artistic skill required! \nWhy Join? \n\nDeepen your connection to the natural world\nBoost curiosity\, mindfulness\, and appreciation for the environment\nReduce stress through quiet observation\nLearn about plants\, animals\, and landscapes in a creative\, personal way\nDocument your outdoor experiences in a meaningful way\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\nWear flourescent orange hat and/or vest\nA notebook or sketchbook\nPens or pencils\nOptional: colored pencils\, markers\, binoculars\, magnifying glass\nSomething light and portable to sit on (e.g. a small camp chair\, folding stool\, or cushion) to make your time journaling outdoors more comfortable.\n\nLed by Jonah Salsich\, a Westerly resident and experienced elementary teacher of over 18 years\, who is also an amateur naturalist and artist. After discovering the power of nature journaling\, he has blended his passions for teaching\, observing\, and creating into a practice that sparks wonder and connection. With experience in both journaling and leading nature journaling workshops\, he is excited to invite others on this rewarding journey. \nThis is a relaxed\, no-pressure group. We’re here to share inspiration\, spend time outdoors\, and grow our sense of wonder together—one page at a time. \nParking is available in the field at Wahaneeta Preserve. Turn in at the sign for Trombino Ball Field\, follow the dirt road past the fields\, and stay to the left. Continue left past the Wahaneeta sign and up through the dirt parking lot. Stay left as you go through the gate and park in the field. \nCost: $10 for WLT members and $25 for non-members. Jonah is generously donating a portion of the proceeds to the Westerly Land Trust to support our conservation efforts. Not a member but would like to become one? Click here to become a WLT member today. \nThis workshop is geared toward ages 18 and up\, but don’t be afraid to channel your inner child\, come curious! \nThere will be another Nature Journaling Workshop on November 8\, location TBD\, sign-ups will be posted soon\, keep your eyes out.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/nature-journaling-workshop/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T120000
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SUMMARY:Trail Blazing for Girl Scouts: Juniors\, Daisies\, and Brownies
DESCRIPTION:Lace up your hiking boots and get ready to explore the great outdoors! This exciting\, hands-on program helps Girl Scouts work towards or earn their Trail Adventure and Environmental Stewardship badges by diving deep into the world of trail reading\, tree identification\, and native plant knowledge. Girl Scouts will learn essential hiking skills\, including how to read trail maps\, follow trail markers\, and plan safe and enjoyable hikes. Along the way\, they’ll discover how to identify common trees and local plant species using field guides and observation techniques. With a focus on outdoor safety\, environmental awareness\, and nature appreciation\, this program encourages scouts to become confident\, capable stewards of the natural world. $10 Per Participant\, open to Juniors\, Daisies\, and Brownies. \nClick Here to Sign Up
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/trail-blazing-for-girl-scouts-juniors-daisies-and-brownies/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:WLT Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T113000
DTSTAMP:20250806T175000Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Journaling: Workshop 2
DESCRIPTION:Slow down. Look closer. Connect with nature.\n\n\nDiscover the joy of nature journaling—a fun\, informal way to explore the outdoors using words\, pictures\, and numbers. Inspired by the practices of John Muir Laws and the Wild \nWonder Foundation\, our group\, welcomes all ages and experience levels. No artistic skill required! \nWhy Join? \n\nDeepen your connection to the natural world\nBoost curiosity\, mindfulness\, and appreciation for the environment\nReduce stress through quiet observation\nLearn about plants\, animals\, and landscapes in a creative\, personal way\nDocument your outdoor experiences in a meaningful way\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\nA notebook or sketchbook\nPens or pencils\nOptional: colored pencils\, markers\, binoculars\, magnifying glass\n\nLed by Jonah Salsich\, a Westerly resident and experienced elementary teacher of over 18 years\, who is also an amateur naturalist and artist. After discovering the power of nature journaling\, he has blended his passions for teaching\, observing\, and creating into a practice that sparks wonder and connection. With experience in both journaling and leading nature journaling workshops\, he is excited to invite others on this rewarding journey. \nThis is a relaxed\, no-pressure group. We’re here to share inspiration\, spend time outdoors\, and grow our sense of wonder together—one page at a time. \nParking is available in the main parking lot at Barlow Nature Preserve\, with overflow parking in the field behind the outbuildings to the east (up the farm road). \nCost: $10 for WLT members and $25 for non-members. Jonah is generously donating a portion of the proceeds to the Westerly Land Trust to support our conservation efforts. \nThis workshop is geared toward ages 18 and up\, but don’t be afraid to channel your inner child\, come curious! \nThis event is part of our Nature Journaling Series. Prior to this event\, we are offering a FREE introduction to nature journaling on September 6 open to all ages. Nature Journaling Workshop 1 will be held on September 20.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/nature-journaling-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness in the Woods
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T120000
DTSTAMP:20250916T192514Z
CREATED:20250818T211010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T192514Z
UID:10004853-1759053600-1759060800@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Trail Blazing for Girl Scouts: Cadettes\, Seniors\, Ambassadors
DESCRIPTION:Lace up your hiking boots and get ready to explore the great outdoors! This exciting\, hands-on program helps Girl Scouts work towards or earn their Trail Adventure and Environmental Stewardship badges by diving deep into the world of trail reading\, tree identification\, and native plant knowledge. Girl Scouts will learn essential hiking skills\, including how to read trail maps\, follow trail markers\, and plan safe and enjoyable hikes. Along the way\, they’ll discover how to identify common trees and local plant species using field guides and observation techniques. With a focus on outdoor safety\, environmental awareness\, and nature appreciation\, this program encourages scouts to become confident\, capable stewards of the natural world. $10 Per Participant\, open to Cadettes\, Seniors\, and Ambassadors. \nClick Here to Sign Up
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/trail-blazing-for-gssne-cadettes/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:WLT Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T113000
DTSTAMP:20250806T175308Z
CREATED:20250806T164142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T175308Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Journaling: Workshop 1
DESCRIPTION:Slow down. Look closer. Connect with nature.\n\n\nDiscover the joy of nature journaling—a fun\, informal way to explore the outdoors using words\, pictures\, and numbers. Inspired by the practices of John Muir Laws and the Wild \nWonder Foundation\, our group\, welcomes all ages and experience levels. No artistic skill required! \nWhy Join? \n\nDeepen your connection to the natural world\nBoost curiosity\, mindfulness\, and appreciation for the environment\nReduce stress through quiet observation\nLearn about plants\, animals\, and landscapes in a creative\, personal way\nDocument your outdoor experiences in a meaningful way\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\nA notebook or sketchbook\nPens or pencils\nOptional: colored pencils\, markers\, binoculars\, magnifying glass\n\nLed by Jonah Salsich\, a Westerly resident and experienced elementary teacher of over 18 years\, who is also an amateur naturalist and artist. After discovering the power of nature journaling\, he has blended his passions for teaching\, observing\, and creating into a practice that sparks wonder and connection. With experience in both journaling and leading nature journaling workshops\, he is excited to invite others on this rewarding journey. \nThis is a relaxed\, no-pressure group. We’re here to share inspiration\, spend time outdoors\, and grow our sense of wonder together—one page at a time. \nParking is available in the main parking lot at Barlow Nature Preserve\, with overflow parking in the field behind the outbuildings to the east (up the farm road). \nCost: $10 for WLT members and $25 for non-members. Jonah is generously donating a portion of the proceeds to the Westerly Land Trust to support our conservation efforts. \nThis workshop is geared toward ages 18 and up\, but don’t be afraid to channel your inner child\, come curious! \nThis event is part of our Nature Journaling Series. Prior to this event\, we are offering a FREE introduction to nature journaling on September 6 open to all ages. Nature Journaling Workshop 2 will be held on October 4.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/nature-journaling-workshop-1/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T110000
DTSTAMP:20250514T172039Z
CREATED:20250506T193759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T172039Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing
DESCRIPTION:Slow down\, awaken your senses and connect with Nature as you luxuriate in a Forest Bath!\n\n\nJoin Deirdre O’Connor for a slow and easy walk in Wahaneeta Preserve. Forest Bathing is the pleasant practice of spending time in nature to enhance health and happiness. Evidence-based research confirms that time in nature has profound healing benefits for physical and emotional well – being. The term Forest Bathing comes from the Japanese tradition of “shin-rin yoku” literally translated to “bathing in the atmosphere of the forest”. On this walk you will experience and learn about how the regular practice of Forest Bathing can restore health and vitality by strengthening immune function\, lowering stress hormones\, improving mood and sleep\, and stimulating creativity. Forest Bathing also offers us the opportunity to deepen our relationship with the natural world. \nYou will be walking slowly for about one mile on mostly flat but uneven forest trails as you are offered a series of invitations to explore the landscape with your senses and connect with the natural world. We will be walking and sitting for 2 hours and will finish our walk by sharing tea together. This experience is open to ages 15 and up. \n  \n\nRegistration is required. Spots are limited.\n\n\nFree for WLT members\, $10 for not-yet-members (If you’d like to join WLT\, please click here.)\n\n\nParking is limited please carpool if possible.\n\nDeirdre O’Connor is a Certified Forest Therapy Guide through the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy. Deirdre is delighted to share the Healing power of Nature through Forest Bathing where Nature and our true natures come to know one another. She resides in Westerly\, enjoying birding\, botany\, bicycling and exploring the next cool place to share Forest Bathing.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/forest-bathing-13/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T113000
DTSTAMP:20250225T201115Z
CREATED:20250225T201115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T201115Z
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SUMMARY:Thursday Hike: Wahaneeta/ End of Season Get Together
DESCRIPTION:End of season get-together will start as soon as the hike ends! \nWLT has recreated the old Girl Scout trails on interesting moderate terrain. After the hike\, we will return to the starting point and have a picnic at the pavilion to celebrate the end of the hike season. Bring your own lunch\, beverage and lawn chair. Wahaneeta Preserve is on left side of Moorehouse Road off Dunns Corner-Bradford Road. Turn in at Trombino Fields sign. Continue down the dirt road and stay left at the sign for Wahaneeta\, continue up the road\, through the gate\, and park in the field. \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 property appear on our calendar of events. To see the full Thursday Hike schedule click here.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/thursday-hike-wahaneeta-end-of-season-get-together/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse 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
DTSTAMP:20250506T193757Z
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:20250515T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T113000
DTSTAMP:20250506T193756Z
CREATED:20250117T183736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T193756Z
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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:20250424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T123000
DTSTAMP:20250225T190217Z
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SUMMARY:Thursday Hike: Wahaneeta Preserve/ Woody Hill
DESCRIPTION:This walk goes through Wahaneeta Preserve and adjacent Woody Hill Management Area. The hike is about 4 miles long and will go past interesting geological features\, foundations from the 1800s\, remains of an old quarry\, and the Woody Hill Marsh. Moderate terrain with several flat sections on dirt roads\, but note there are also a few short hill climbs. Meet and park at Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly. The gate will be open; drive through the gate\, turn left\, park in the field at Wahaneeta. Please contact the hike leader to sign up! \n\nLeader: Jeff Walker\nPhone: 401-447-1879\nEmail: jeffrey.walker@cox.net\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. \n 
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/thursday-hike-wahaneeta-preserve-woody-hill/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Thursday Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T130000
DTSTAMP:20250303T165752Z
CREATED:20250228T180936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T165752Z
UID:10004802-1745402400-1745413200@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Serviceberry Book Club
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with Westerly Library & Wilcox Park and in celebration of Earth Day\, please join us to discuss the book Serviceberry.\n\n\nIn partnership with the Westerly Library and Wilcox Park\, and as part of the Westerly Land Trust’s celebration of Earth Day\, we invite you to join our Serviceberry Book Club. \nYou may be familiar with Braiding Sweetgrass\, Robin Wall Kimmerer’s 2013 book that blended Indigenous wisdom and scientific ecology. Serviceberry is her 2024 follow-up; it dives deeper into connections between Indigenous knowledge\, ecology\, and the natural world. Through storytelling\, Kimmerer examines the lessons imparted by plants and ecosystems\, especially the serviceberry\, emphasizing reciprocity\, healing\, and the intertwined relationships between humans and nature. \nWe’re sharing this event now to give you ample time to read the book. If you don’t have a copy of Serviceberry\, head to Westerly Library and Wilcox Park to pick one up (2nd floor\, Reference Department). They have generously donated copies for the first 20 program participants. \n \nFor the day of the event\, come prepared to discuss the book in the cozy Wahaneeta cabin. Then we’ll all go for a hike through the woods of Wahaneeta Preserve. \n \n\nThis event is NO COST\nNot a WLT member yet\, but would like to be? CLICK HERE.\n\nContact Erika with any questions — elebling@westerlylandtrust.org
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/serviceberry-book-club/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:WLT Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T120000
DTSTAMP:20250225T192438Z
CREATED:20250219T201404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T192438Z
UID:10004792-1741255200-1741262400@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Thursday Hike: Wahaneeta Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Let’s wander the varied trails of this former Girl Scout Camp\, Homestead and Saw Mill. Trails are well maintained with mostly gentle ups and downs. Parking will be available at Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly. Gate will be open; drive through the gate and park in the field. Meet at the cabin just up from the parking area. Please contact the hike leader to sign up! \n\nLeader: Deirdre O’Connor\nPhone: 860 287-7281\nEmail: deirdreo@snet.net(preferred)\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-wahaneeta-preserve/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Thursday Hikes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T113000
DTSTAMP:20250219T215603Z
CREATED:20241216T175652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T215603Z
UID:10004778-1740045600-1740051000@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Collect & Craft
DESCRIPTION:Create a pinecone  bird feeder to help fuel your feathered friends for winter.\n\n\nDon’t forget your feathered friends this Winter! Birds need extra love during the colder months when food sources are scarce and more energy is used to keep warm. \nJoin WLT educators and create a pinecone bird feeder with suet and seeds to fuel your backyard birds. Embark on a guided hike through the woods of Wahaneeta Preserve to collect your pinecone then venture into the warm cabin to craft your birdfeeder. \nThis event is NO COST and open to youth. \nA parent/ guardian is required to accompany their student at the event. This is a great opportunity to adventure together.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/birds-need-love-too/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250202T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250202T140000
DTSTAMP:20250202T172944Z
CREATED:20250114T194652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250202T172944Z
UID:10004782-1738494000-1738504800@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Souper Bowl Hike LIX
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the New Year with a hike at Wahaneeta Preserve followed by a feast of soups!\n\n\nKick off the new year with a hike at Wahaneeta Preserve and score a bowl of soup to enjoy by the fire. \n\nAll ages are welcome!\nRegistration required and spots are limited.\nParking is available in the field at Wahaneeta Preserve.\nTo reduce waste\, please consider bringing your own bowl and spoon\n\nThis event is $10 for WLT members\, and $20 per person for non-members. Not a member\, but would like to be? Click here.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/souper-bowl-hike-lix/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event Hikes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T140000
DTSTAMP:20241028T144556Z
CREATED:20241008T150105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T144556Z
UID:10004757-1731585600-1731592800@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Grades 5-8: Magical Mushrooms
DESCRIPTION:Magical Mushrooms: Did you know that some mushrooms glow in the dark and can be found in your backyard environment?! Nature is full of fascinating surprises\, and we want YOU to join us on a mushroom hunt to discover the beauty and complexity of the natural world around us. Grades 5-8 will get the chance to use more advanced technology. \n\nRegistration closes the Friday before program at 9AM\nLocation: Wahaneeta Preserve\nThis program is for homeschool students\nNO COST thanks to generous community support\nSpots are limited\, reserve yours today and get ready for an adventure\n\n\nIf you are interested in a WLT program outside of what is being offered HERE please contact Lauren at lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org 
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/homeschool-grades-5-8-magical-mushrooms/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T113000
DTSTAMP:20241008T150837Z
CREATED:20241008T150026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T150837Z
UID:10004756-1731576600-1731583800@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Grades K-4: Magical Mushrooms
DESCRIPTION:Magical Mushrooms: Did you know that some mushrooms glow in the dark and can be found in your backyard environment?! Nature is full of fascinating surprises\, and we want YOU to join us on a mushroom hunt to discover the beauty and complexity of the natural world around us. \n\nRegistration closes the Friday before program at 9AM\nLocation: Wahaneeta Preserve\nThis program is for homeschool students\nNO COST thanks to generous community support\nSpots are limited\, reserve yours today and get ready for an adventure\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in a WLT program outside of what is being offered HERE please contact Lauren at lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org 
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/homeschool-grades-k-4-magical-mushrooms/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T155000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T173000
DTSTAMP:20241018T164431Z
CREATED:20240827T192347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T164431Z
UID:10004741-1730303400-1730309400@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Living Labs DCS Grades K-1 Magical Mushrooms
DESCRIPTION:Magical Mushrooms: Did you know that some mushrooms glow in the dark and can be found in your backyard environment?! Nature is full of fascinating surprises\, and we want YOU to join us on a mushroom hunt to discover the beauty and complexity of the natural world around us. \n\nRegistration closes on 10/18/24\nLocation: Wahaneeta Preserve\nThis program is for Dunn’s Corners Elementary School students\nNO COST thanks to generous community support\nTransportation: All students are bussed to program after school. Students can be picked up by a guardian or take the bus home after program\nSpots are limited\, reserve yours today and get ready for an adventure\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in a WLT program outside of what is being offered HERE please contact Lauren at lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org 
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/living-labs-dcs-grades-k-1-magical-mushrooms/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T155000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T173000
DTSTAMP:20241018T164523Z
CREATED:20240827T192830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T164523Z
UID:10004742-1730217000-1730223000@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Living Labs DCS Grades 2-4 Magical Mushrooms
DESCRIPTION:Magical Mushrooms: Did you know that some mushrooms glow in the dark and can be found in your backyard environment?! Nature is full of fascinating surprises\, and we want YOU to join us on a mushroom hunt to discover the beauty and complexity of the natural world around us. \n\nRegistration closes on 10/18/24\nLocation: Wahaneeta Preserve\nThis program is for Dunn’s Corners Elementary School students\nNO COST thanks to generous community support\nTransportation: All students are bussed to program after school. Students can be picked up by a guardian or take the bus home after program\nSpots are limited\, reserve yours today and get ready for an adventure\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in a WLT program outside of what is being offered HERE please contact Lauren at lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org 
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/living-labs-dcs-grades-2-4-magical-mushrooms/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T160000
DTSTAMP:20241025T183513Z
CREATED:20240930T162646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T183513Z
UID:10004752-1729949400-1729958400@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Trails & Ales
DESCRIPTION:Fall is here! It’s time to celebrate New England’s trademark season. We’ll be cozy company under the falling leaves at Wahaneeta Preserve. Plan on hiking through the woods before gathering under the pavilion to sample tasty local brews from Grey Sail Brewing of Rhode Island. We’ll raise a glass to what some might say is the best season of them all.\n\nThis event is $5 for members and $15 for nonmembers.\n\nRegistration is now closed.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/trails-ales/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event Hikes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T110000
DTSTAMP:20241016T161424Z
CREATED:20240925T190230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T161424Z
UID:10004751-1729416600-1729422000@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:FULL: Fungal Foray with the Mushroom Hunting Foundation: A Land Trust Days Event
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest. This event is now full. We hope to catch you at the next one!\nJoin us on Sunday\, October 20th from 9:30am to 11:30am for a Fungal Foray at Wahaneeta Preserve. Led by Ryan Bouchard and Emily Schmidt of the Mushroom Hunting Foundation\, this exploratory walk will lead us through the diverse woods surrounding an old girl scout camp to find mushrooms\, learn how to identify them and discover how these fungi fit into our local ecosystem – some of them may even fit onto our dinner plate! Ryan and Emily bring with them not only a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm\, but also a great specimen collection so we are sure to learn something new. \n\n\nBe sure the check out the Mushroom Hunting Foundation (@mushroom_hunting_foundation) to learn more about Ryan and Emily’s mission.\n\n\nThis event is offered by WLT for no cost to participants as a part of Land Trust Days\, the annual two-month celebration of the wonderful open spaces across Rhode Island that land trusts are protecting hosted by Rhode Island Land Trust Council.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/fungal-foray-24/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event Hikes,Voices of the Land
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T155000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T173000
DTSTAMP:20241001T162940Z
CREATED:20240827T193040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T162940Z
UID:10004744-1729180200-1729186200@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Living Labs SSS Grades K-1 Magical Mushrooms NOW ON 10/15
DESCRIPTION:THIS PROGRAM IS NOW COMBINED WITH GRADES 2-4 ON TUESDAY\, OCT 15. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP!\nMagical Mushrooms: Did you know that some mushrooms glow in the dark and can be found in your backyard environment?! Nature is full of fascinating surprises\, and we want YOU to join us on a mushroom hunt to discover the beauty and complexity of the natural world around us. \n\nRegistration closes the Friday before program at 9AM\nLocation: Wahaneeta Preserve\nThis program is for State Street School students\nNO COST thanks to generous community support\nTransportation: All students are bussed to program after school. Students can be picked up by a guardian or take the bus home after program\nSpots are limited\, reserve yours today and get ready for an adventure\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in a WLT program outside of what is being offered HERE please contact Lauren at lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org 
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/living-labs-sss-grades-k-1-magical-mushrooms/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T155000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T173000
DTSTAMP:20241001T163013Z
CREATED:20240827T192948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T163013Z
UID:10004743-1729007400-1729013400@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Living Labs SSS Grades K-4 Magical Mushrooms
DESCRIPTION:Magical Mushrooms: Did you know that some mushrooms glow in the dark and can be found in your backyard environment?! Nature is full of fascinating surprises\, and we want YOU to join us on a mushroom hunt to discover the beauty and complexity of the natural world around us. \n\nRegistration closes the Friday before program at 9AM\nLocation: Wahaneeta Preserve\nThis program is for State Street School students\nNO COST thanks to generous community support\nTransportation: All students are bussed to program after school. Students can be picked up by a guardian or take the bus home after program\nSpots are limited\, reserve yours today and get ready for an adventure\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in a WLT program outside of what is being offered HERE please contact Lauren at lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org 
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/living-labs-sss-grades-2-4-magical-mushrooms/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T155000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T173000
DTSTAMP:20241001T163140Z
CREATED:20240827T193308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T163140Z
UID:10004745-1727884200-1727890200@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Living Labs SES Grades K-1 Magical Mushrooms- NOW ON OCT 1
DESCRIPTION:THIS PROGRAM IS NOW COMBINED WITH GRADES 2-4 ON OCT 1. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP!\nMagical Mushrooms: Did you know that some mushrooms glow in the dark and can be found in your backyard environment?! Nature is full of fascinating surprises\, and we want YOU to join us on a mushroom hunt to discover the beauty and complexity of the natural world around us. \n\nRegistration closes the Friday before program at 9AM\nLocation: Wahaneeta Preserve\nThis program is for Springbrook Elementary School students\nNO COST thanks to generous community support\nTransportation: All students are bussed to program after school. Students can be picked up by a guardian or take the bus home after program\nSpots are limited\, reserve yours today and get ready for an adventure\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in a WLT program outside of what is being offered HERE please contact Lauren at lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org 
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/living-labs-sss-grades-k-1-magical-mushrooms-2/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T155000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T173000
DTSTAMP:20240924T171328Z
CREATED:20240827T193425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T171328Z
UID:10004746-1727797800-1727803800@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Living Labs SES Grades K-4 Magical Mushrooms
DESCRIPTION:Magical Mushrooms: Did you know that some mushrooms glow in the dark and can be found in your backyard environment?! Nature is full of fascinating surprises\, and we want YOU to join us on a mushroom hunt to discover the beauty and complexity of the natural world around us. \n\nRegistration closes the Friday before program at 9AM\nLocation: Wahaneeta Preserve\nThis program is for Springbrook Elementary School students\nNO COST thanks to generous community support\nTransportation: All students are bussed to program after school. Students can be picked up by a guardian or take the bus home after program\nSpots are limited\, reserve yours today and get ready for an adventure\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in a WLT program outside of what is being offered HERE please contact Lauren at lbarber@westerlylandtrust.org 
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/living-labs-ses-grades-2-4-magical-mushrooms/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T110000
DTSTAMP:20240726T173953Z
CREATED:20240726T173953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T173953Z
UID:10004720-1727514000-1727521200@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Forest Bathing
DESCRIPTION:Join Deirdre O’Connor for a slow and easy walk in Wahaneeta Preserve. Forest Bathing is the pleasant practice of spending time in nature for the purpose of enhancing health and happiness. Evidenced based research confirms that time in nature has profound healing benefits for physical and emotional well – being. The term Forest Bathing comes from the Japanese tradition of “shin-rin yoku” literally translated to “bathing in the atmosphere of the forest”. On this walk you will experience and learn about how the regular practice of Forest Bathing can restore health and vitality by strengthening immune function\, lowering stress hormones\, improving mood and sleep\, and stimulating creativity. Forest Bathing also offers us the opportunity to deepen our relationship with the natural world. \nYou will be walking slowly for about one mile on mostly flat but uneven forest trails as you are offered a series of invitations to explore the landscape with your senses and connect with the natural world. We will be walking and sitting for 2 hours and will finish our walk by sharing tea together. This experience is open to ages 15 and up. \n\nRegistration is required. Spots are limited. Please reserve your spot through the form below.\n\n\nFree for WLT members\, $10 for not-yet-members (If you’d like to join WLT\, please click here.)\n\n\nParking is limited please carpool if possible.\n\nDeirdre O’Connor is a Certified Forest Therapy Guide through the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy.  Deirdre is delighted to share the Healing power of Nature through Forest Bathing where Nature and our true natures come to know one another. She resides in Westerly\, enjoying birding\, botany\, bicycling and exploring the next cool place to share Forest Bathing. \n  \nThis event is full; however\, if you'd like to add your name to our waiting list\, please do so here: \nJoin Waiting List \n  \n 
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/forest-bathing-12/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness in the Woods
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T110000
DTSTAMP:20240709T154339Z
CREATED:20240709T152933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T154339Z
UID:10004729-1726300800-1726311600@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Westerly Track & Athletic Club: Wahaneeta Trail Race
DESCRIPTION:The Westerly Track & Athletic Club hosts an annual trail race at Wahaneeta Preserve in September. This is the first of four races in WTAC’s Fall Race Series. Runners and walkers are welcome. The terrain of the course is entirely dirt trails\, with some technical single-track. In order to minimize bunching up at the race start\, the course will first run across a short grass field before continuing on double-track for approximately one-half mile. Most of the rest of the course will be on single-track and include challenges such as stream crossings on narrow wooden bridges\, hills\, and rock gardens. During the course of the race\, you will cross streams multiple times\, with most but not all having bridge crossings. The course is very spectator friendly\, as the start/finish is in the same area\, and during the course of the race runners will pass through the start/finish area twice before finishing. \nFor more information and to register for this Westerly Track & Athletic Club event\, please click here.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/westerly-track-athletic-club-wahaneeta-trail-race/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness in the Woods,WLT Partner Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T120000
DTSTAMP:20240606T151948Z
CREATED:20240516T180234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T151948Z
UID:10004705-1717840800-1717848000@westerlylandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Forest Bathing
DESCRIPTION:Join Deirdre O’Connor for a slow and easy walk in Wahaneeta Preserve. Forest Bathing is the pleasant practice of spending time in nature for the purpose of enhancing health and happiness. Evidenced based research confirms that time in nature has profound healing benefits for physical and emotional well – being. The term Forest Bathing comes from the Japanese tradition of “shin-rin yoku” literally translated to “bathing in the atmosphere of the forest”. On this walk you will experience and learn about how the regular practice of Forest Bathing can restore health and vitality by strengthening immune function\, lowering stress hormones\, improving mood and sleep\, and stimulating creativity. Forest Bathing also offers us the opportunity to deepen our relationship with the natural world. \nYou will be walking slowly for about one mile on mostly flat but uneven forest trails as you are offered a series of invitations to explore the landscape with your senses and connect with the natural world. We will be walking and sitting for 2 hours and will finish our walk by sharing tea together. This experience is open to ages 15 and up. \n\nRegistration is required. Spots are limited.\n\n\nEach walk is $30 per person which Deirdre has generously pledged to donate to WLT.\n\n\nParking is limited please carpool if possible\n\nDeirdre O’Connor is a Certified Forest Therapy Guide through the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy.  Deirdre is delighted to share the Healing power of Nature through Forest Bathing where Nature and our true natures come to know one another. She resides in Westerly\, enjoying birding\, botany\, bicycling and exploring the next cool place to share Forest Bathing. \nCLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT.
URL:https://westerlylandtrust.org/event/forest-bathing-10/
LOCATION:Wahaneeta Preserve\, 118 Moorehouse Road\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness in the Woods
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