End of season get-together will start as soon as the hike ends! WLT 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 [...]
From pond to trails put your observation skills to the test!From pond to trails, put your observation skills to the test and use technology to discover the fascinating creatures that call Wahaneeta Preserve home.NO COST thanks to generous community supportRegistration closes for all programs on March 28, 2025
From pond to trails put your observation skills to the test!From pond to trails, put your observation skills to the test and use technology to discover the fascinating creatures that call Wahaneeta Preserve home. NO COST thanks to generous community support Registration closes for all programs on March 28, 2025
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 [...]
In partnership with Westerly Library & Wilcox Park and in celebration of Earth Day, please join us to discuss the book Serviceberry.In 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.You may be familiar with [...]
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 [...]
Create a pinecone bird feeder to help fuel your feathered friends for winter.Don'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.Join WLT educators and create a pinecone bird feeder with suet and seeds to fuel your [...]
Kick off the New Year with a hike at Wahaneeta Preserve followed by a feast of soups!Kick off the new year with a hike at Wahaneeta Preserve and score a bowl of soup to enjoy by the fire. All ages are welcome! Registration required and spots are limited. Parking is available in the field at [...]
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 [...]