Esek Hopkins Park Walk
2020-09-26 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Halifax) | Esek Hopkins, Scituate, RI, 02857, us
Location: Scituate
Join the Scituate Land Trust and the Gentian Garden Society for a walk through Esek Hopkins Park, focused on a wooded area subject to a timber salvage operation later this year.
Learn about how thinning tree stands and removing dead trees can improve the health of the forest and the safety and enjoyment of visitors. The Town of Scituate leases the property, which is owned by the State and managed by the local Conservation Commission and Land Trust. The walk is jointly sponsored by the Scituate Land Trust and the Gentian Garden Society.
All participants must wear a face covering. Be sure to wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes and bring bug spray. This event is FREE and suitable for all ages. Leashed dogs welcomed.
Severe weather will cancel this event. Updates regarding weather will be posted to the Meetup event.
*NOTE: This event has a larger group size limit because there will be multiple walk leaders that will split the group if more than 15 attendees. All attendees (including guests – limit 2) must be pre-registered on this MeetUp event.
Questions? Contact Cindy Gianfrancesco – gleanergardens@cox.net or 401-440-7916
Directions to the trailhead will be sent out to everyone who has registered on MeetUp prior to the event date.

EVENT FULL: Turner Reservoir Hike
2020-09-27 09:00 - 11:00 | Turner Reservoir Loop Trailhead Parking, 400 Pleasant St, Rumford, RI, 02916, us
Location: East Providence
*Pre-registration on the MeetUp event is required for ALL attendees.
Join the East Providence Conservation Commission for a 3 mile hike around the Turner Reservoir. We will visit Bridgham Farm, the Newman Oak, and stop for a break on a very picturesque peninsula. Be sure to bring your camera as birds are commonly observed here!
All participants must wear a face covering. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring bug spray. This event is FREE and suitable for all ages. Leashed dogs are welcome.
Heavy rain/thunderstorms will cancel this event. Showers will not. Updates regarding weather will be posted to the Meetup event.
*NOTE: This event will be limited to 15 attendees to allow for adequate distancing during the walk. All attendees (including guests – limit 2) must be pre-registered on the MeetUp event.
Questions? Ernie Germani, 401-435-7703 x6 Mon-Fri 8AM-4PM
Directions to the trailhead will be sent out to everyone who has registered on MeetUp prior to the event date.

Full Harvest Moonrise Walk
2020-10-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Mt Hope Farm, 250 Metacom Ave, Bristol, RI, 02809, us
Location: Bristol
All attendees must pre-register on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/full-harvest-moonrise-walk-tickets-122556713429
In celebration of Rhode Island Land Trust Days, the Bristol Land Conservation Trust (BLCT) is sponsoring a Full Harvest Moonrise Walk on Thursday, October 1st at Mount Hope Farm in Bristol. The event, which runs from 6 to 8 pm, will be held at Mount Hope Farm. Arrive early to begin our walk at 6 pm. It is an easy walk of about .7 mile to the shoreline.
The Bristol Land Conservation Trust is a small nonprofit organization. The donation of $5 per person and $10 per family will help the BLCT in its mission – to help conserve and protect the town’s valuable open space either through direct ownership or conservation easements.
All participants must wear a face covering. Be sure to wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes and bring bug spray & a flashlight. This event is suitable for all ages. Dogs are not allowed at Mount Hope Farm, so please leave them at home!
Rain Date: Friday, October 2nd, 6-8pm. Registrants will be notified via email if the event will be moved to the rain date.
*NOTE: This event will be limited to 25 attendees. All attendees (including guests – limit 2) must be pre-registered on this Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/full-harvest-moonrise-walk-tickets-122556713429
Questions? Email bristollandtrust@gmail.com or call Ray Payson at (401) 225-4903
Directions to Mount Hope Farm will be sent to you once you register on Eventbrite.

EVENT FULL: Sunset Farm Trail Guided Walk
2020-10-03 10:00 - 11:30 | Sunset Farm, 505 Point Judith Rd, Narragansett, RI, 02882, us
Location: Narragansett
All attendees must register on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sunset-farm-trail-guided-walk-tickets-122248748297
Join the Narragansett Land Conservancy Trust and naturalist Frances Topping for a guided walk through Sunset Farm Trail!
The Town of Narragansett’s Sunset Farm Trail is a 1.5-mile loop trail which is a peaceful stroll through quiet woods. There is even a nice ‘peak’ at Point Judith Pond from a pleasant upland bluff. The trail passes through the only active farm in Narragansett. The 1-1/2-hour tour will be conducted by Frances Topping, a naturalist, artist and educator from Charlestown.
All participants must wear a face covering. Be sure to wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes and bring bug spray. This event is FREE and suitable for all ages.
*NOTE: This event is limited to 15 attendees. All attendees (including guests – limit 2) must be pre-registered on this Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sunset-farm-trail-guided-walk-tickets-122248748297
About the walk leader: Frances Topping has lived in RI for 18 years. She has a BS in geography with botany and zoology as well as a BFA. She worked for 10 years for a nature center as an interpretive naturalist in Ohio delivering walks and other programs about the flora, fauna and history of that area for all ages and abilities. In Rhode Island she has given walks and talks for the RI Wild Plant Society and art workshops for the RI Natural History Survey, RIWPS, and other art groups, and talks on native and invasive plants among other topics for Master Gardeners, RIWPS and garden clubs. Her artwork is mostly nature related with plants a specialty as can be seen on her website francestoppingvisuals.com .
Rain Date: In the case of heavy rain, the walk will be postponed to Sunday, October 4, 2020 at 10:00 AM. Updates about weather will be send out via email to all registrants.
Directions: You will receive directions to the trailhead once you complete registration on Eventbrite! A map of the trail is found at the ExploreRI website: https://exploreri.org/trailmaps/Sunset_Farm_Trail.pdf

3rd Thursday Hike: Yawgoo Pond
2020-10-15 08:30 - 10:30 | South Kingstown Land Trust Yawgoo Pond Area, 493 Barbers Pond Rd, West Kingston, RI, 02892, us
Location: South Kingstown
All participants must pre-register on the South Kingstown Land Trust website: http://sklt.org/events-calendar/
Join the South Kingstown Land Trust (SKLT) for their October 3rd Thursday Hike! The October hike features the 2.2 mile Yawgoo Pond Trail, which takes the hiker by a kettle hole bog, over Mud Brook, and through a grove of stately white pine trees. Yawgoo Trail is also noted for its thick under-story of mountain laurel, especially near the steep banks of the kettle hole, and spectacular views of pristine Yawgoo Pond.
The first acquisition in this area by SKLT, a 12.04 acre parcel at the south end of Yawgoo Pond, was through private donations in February 2001. The second acquisition, in October of 2005, preserved 68.3 acres on the east side of the pond. This project received support from the DEM Forest Legacy and Open Space Bond Fund, The Nature Conservancy, The Champlin Foundations, The Bafflin Foundation, and private donations from neighbors.
All participants should wear a face covering. Be sure to wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes and bring bug spray. This event is FREE and suitable for all ages.
For directions, visit http://sklt.org/land-we-protect/trail-maps/. Registration required and will be capped.
Subject to CDC COVID-19 guidelines. May be cancelled due to health risk concerns. Registrants will be notified of updates/cancellations.
Photo Credit: Ernie Germani

Lawton Farm Walk
2020-10-17 16:00 - 17:00 | Lawton Farm, Seven Mile Rd, Hope, RI, 02831, us
Location: Scituate
NOTE: All attendees must pre-register HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lawton-farm-walk-tickets-119640950303
(Responding on Meetup event is not sufficient for registration!)
Come learn about this prize conservation area near the Scituate Reservoir! Together we will cross the new footbridge on a leisurely walk on the perimeter trail around the fields and a brief loop through the woods. Great walk for birders! The annual bird count consistently tracks nearly 40 species of birds.
Managed primarily as a grassland bird sanctuary, Lawton Farm has been improved recently through a Department of Environmental Management grant. The new entrance kiosk carries educational information and features bird illustrations colored on ceramic tiles by children from the Hope after school program. This walk is jointly sponsored by the Scituate Land Trust and the Gentian Garden Club.
All participants must wear a face covering. Be sure to wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes and bring bug spray. This event is FREE and suitable for all ages. Leashed dogs welcomed.
Severe weather will cancel this event. Updates regarding weather will be sent out to attendees who have registered here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lawton-farm-walk-tickets-119640950303.
*NOTE: This event has a larger group size limit because there will be multiple walk leaders that will split the group if more than 15 attendees. All attendees (including guests – limit 2) must be pre-registered at this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lawton-farm-walk-tickets-119640950303.
Questions? Contact Cindy Gianfrancesco – gleanergardens@cox.net or 401-440-7916
Directions to the trailhead will be sent out to everyone who has pre-registered prior to the event date.

Land Trust Days KICK-OFF at Lawton Farm
2021-08-20 17:30 - 19:00 | Lawton Farm, Seven Mile Rd, Hope, RI, 02831, us
Location: Scituate
Join the Scituate Land Trust and Rhode Island Land Trust Council for an evening walk at Lawton Farm to kick off Land Trust Days 2021!
Come experience Rhode Island’s natural beauty as Scituate Land Trust members guide you through this prize conservation area near the Scituate Reservoir! Together we will cross the footbridge on a leisurely walk on the perimeter trail around the fields and a brief loop through the woods.
Managed primarily as a grassland bird sanctuary, Lawton Farm has improved the signage and stream crossings through a Department of Environmental Management grant. The annual bird count consistently tracks nearly 40 species of birds!
The evening begins with an introduction at 5:30 p.m. The walk starts at 6:00 p.m. We will be walking for about 40 minutes at a moderate pace, so be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring bug spray.
This event is FREE and suitable for all ages. No pets allowed during nesting season.
Rain Date: Saturday, August 21 at 5:30pm. Updates will be shared on the Facebook & Meetup events.
Questions? Contact Rob Bower – robbower@aol.com
Directions: From Scituate Avenue (Rt. 12), head south on Seven Mile Road 6/10 of a mile. Lawton Farm is on your right.
Learn more about the Scituate Land Trust HERE.

EVENT AT CAPACITY! Coastal Coves Walk
2021-08-21 09:00 - 11:30 | Boyden Heights Conservation Area, 115 Boyden Blvd, Riverside, RI, United States
Location: East Providence
Join the East Providence Conservation Commission for a summer morning stroll through the woods and out to the bike path! From here we will walk the bike path a bit to visit two or three coastal coves. This hike is 2-3 miles long. Bring your camera! Many birds are usually seen in the coves.
Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring bug spray and water. This event is FREE and suitable for all ages! Leashed dogs welcome.
Rain date: None. Heavy rain/thunderstorms will cancel the event. Updates will be shared on the Facebook & Meetup events.
Questions? Contact Ernie Germani – 401-435-7703 x6
Directions: The trail head is opposite 116 Boyden Boulevard, East Providence. From I-195, take RI Exit 1B. Stay right at split to Riverside. Follow Veterans Parkway to the set of lights. Take 3rd right after light onto Boyden Boulevard. Parking is near the end of the road on the right.
Learn more about the East Providence Conservation Commission HERE.

EVENT AT CAPACITY! A Walk in the Woods: Botanizing in the Patricia Sprague Forest Preserve
2021-08-23 16:00 - 18:00 | Patricia Sprague Forest Preserve, Railroad Ave, Charlestown, RI, 02813
Location: Carolina (Charlestown)
This FREE event has limited capacity. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED BY EMAILING angela@charlestownlandtrust.org.
Join ecologist and Charlestown Land Trust board member Keith Killingbeck for a walk in the woods! Bill Bryson, author of the 1998 classic A Walk In The Woods, won’t be with us in the Patricia Sprague Forest Preserve, but we’ll make up for his absence by botanizing throughout this 27.8-acre oasis along the Pawcatuck River.
While infinitely shorter than the subject of Bryson’s book, the 2,184-mile Appalachian Trail, the trail through the Sprague Forest intersects a diverse suite of plant communities as varied as upland forest, old fields, and floodplain forest. This diversity supports the wide variety of plant species we will see, identify, and talk about. On our special to-do list for this trip is to find the Indian pipe plants that should be there, but that are not on the Sprague list yet. While Bryson never did succeed in hiking the entire AT, we will have no trouble navigating this 1.2-mile walk in the woods.
Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring bug spray and water. This event is FREE and suitable for all ages! Attendees are asked to leave their dogs at home for this walk.
Rain Date: None. Updates will be emailed to those who have registered for the event by emailing angela@charlestownlandtrust.org.
Questions? Email angela@charlestownlandtrust.org
Meeting Place/Directions: From Carolina Back Road, turn onto Railroad Ave in Carolina, RI. The parking lot will be on the left.
Learn more about the Charlestown Land Trust HERE.

Bristol Land Conservation Trust Talk and Tour of the Green Infrastructure at the Town Beach
2021-08-24 17:30 - 19:00 | Bristol Town Beach, 50 Asylum Rd, Bristol, RI, 02809, us
Location: Bristol
Join the Bristol Land Conservation Trust (BLCT) for a talk and special tour of the green infrastructure projects that have been constructed at the Bristol Town Beach and Sports Complex to include the bio-retention swale, the parking area rain gardens with native vegetation to control stormwater, and the beach tree planting to discourage Canada Geese activity. These projects were implemented to improve the water quality of Narragansett Bay and reduce the frequency of beach closures.
Led by Walter Burke – Acting/Former longtime Director of Parks and Recreation for the Town of Bristol – guests will be treated to a lively discussion and tour of an award-winning series of eco-friendly projects at the Town Beach and Sports Complex. Through ingenuity and perseverance Mr. Burke was able to acquire several grants to piece together what now has made the Town Beach both an attractive and eco-friendly recreational destination.
Participants will meet at the Bristol Town Beach Pavilion (50 Asylum Road) for a short introduction to the area. During the tour numerous trees will be highlighted that have made this area so appealing.
Should weather be inclement, guests will meet at the nearby Quinta-Gamelin Community Center at 101 Asylum Road for a talk and PowerPoint presentation.
The BLCT welcomes new members. Annual dues are $25 for an individual and $40 per family. For more information, email the BLCT at BristolLandTrust@gmail.com.
Rain Date: None. Updates will be shared on the Meetup and Facebook events.
Cost: $10 per person and $20 per family (cash or check only) and free for BLCT members. Proceeds benefit the BLCT in its mission to conserve and protect open spaces in Bristol.
Questions? Email BristolLandTrust@gmail.com or post in the Meetup or Facebook event!
Directions & Meeting Place: Bristol Town Beach Pavilion – 50 Asylum Road, Bristol, RI
Learn more about the Bristol Land Conservation Trust HERE.

Go Fly a Kite! @ Jacob's Point
2021-08-28 13:00 - 16:00 | Jacobs Point, Jacobs Point Rd, Warren, RI, United States
Location: Warren
GO FLY A KITE! Join the Warren Land Conservation Trust for the 3rd annual kite flying event. Drop in anytime between from 1pm-4pm! You can use one of the Land Trust’s kites or bring your own.
This beach looking over the Warren River has a steady on-shore breeze for just about any kind of kite. Fun for ages 3 to 103. Jacob’s Point is a hidden gem off the East Bay Bike Path. Enjoy the beach, watch the boats go by, or watch the osprey, purple martins and salt marsh sparrows. This beach is literally off the beaten path.
This event is FREE and suitable for all ages! Leashed dogs welcome.
Rain Date: Sunday, August 29, 1-4pm. Updates will be shared on the Facebook & Meetup events.
Questions? Email WarrenLCTRI@gmail.com
Meeting Place/Directions: Jacob’s Point is located off the East Bay Bike Path 1,000 feet south of Locust Terrace, where there is on-street parking (please do not park beyond the bike path on this road). It also is 1,000 feet north of ASRI’s Nature Center and Aquarium.
Learn more about the Warren Land Conservation Trust HERE.

Labor Day Guided Walks at Blackall Family and Ballou Farm Preserves
2021-09-06 10:00 - 12:00 | 114 W Wrentham Rd, 114 W Wrentham Rd, Cumberland, RI, 02864, us
Location: Cumberland
Join the Cumberland Land Trust for a guided walk at the Blackall Family and Ballou Farm Preserves. You will have your choice of two guided walks – 1.5 miles or 3.0 miles in length. The trails, many of which are new, are easy to moderate in difficulty but include some medium sized hills and a bit of rock hopping.
This event is FREE and hikers of all ages are invited.
Please wear comfortable athletic or hiking shoes/boots. Drinking water and insect repellent are highly recommended.
Though leashed dogs are normally allowed on Cumberland Land Trust managed properties, out of respect for all the participants they will not be allowed on these guided hikes.
Rain Date: None. Heavy rain and/or thunderstorms will cancel the hike. Updates will be shared on the Facebook & Meetup events.
Questions? Post in the Facebook or Meetup event!
Directions: The trailhead and parking are on West Wrentham Road in Cumberland, 0.6 miles north of the West Wrentham Road intersection with Mendon Road. (Type 114 West Wrentham Rd into GPS.)
Learn more about the Cumberland Land Trust or download a trail map HERE.

Guided Walk at Latham Brook Preserve
2021-09-11 09:30 - 10:30 | Latham Brook Preserve, 320 Log Road, Smithfield, RI, 02917
Location: Smithfield
Come join the Smithfield Land Trust for a guided walk with Biologist Jim Gass to explore Latham Brook Preserve! The Land Trust is currently working on developing new trails through this 125 acre property.
The trails are under construction. They are rough hiking and the area has some wet spots, so we recommend water-resistant footwear, bug spray and long pants and sleeves.
This event is FREE and suitable for all ages! Leashed dogs welcome.
Rain Date: None. Heavy rain/thunderstorms will cancel this walk. Updates will be shared on the Facebook & Meetup events.
Questions? Post in the Facebook or Meetup event!
Meeting Place/Directions: Latham Brook Preserve, southern end of Burlingame Road, off of Latham Farm Road, Smithfield, RI (Enter “48 Burlingame Road” into your GPS.)
Learn more about Smithfield Land Trust HERE.
Photo credit: Trails & Walks in Rhode Island Blog.

From Forage to Fashion - Natural Dyes Workshop and Conversation
2021-09-11 09:30 - 2021-09-12 15:00 | Edward D. Vock Conservation Area, 603-805 Jackson Schoolhouse Rd, Pascoag, RI, 02859, us
Location: Burrillville
This workshop spans two days:
Saturday, September 11: 9:30am – 3pm
Sunday, September 12: 9:30am – 3pm
You may choose to attend just one day for $75, or both days for $100.
Register in advance by calling (401) 447-1560.
Join the Burrillville Land Trust for a natural dye workshop and community conversation. A multi-day workshop on sustainably sourcing, processing and extracting dyes from plants that can be used for natural color from the forests and meadows of Burrillville, RI. Yoga in the morning, a catered lunch, guided foraging, extraction, and dyeing with experts in native people, botany and our sense of place.
Participants will learn first hand how natural dyes are collected, manufactured and used. And participants will color and craft their own textile outfits, aprons, throw pillows, scarves or wrap around skirts. The two day workshop is limited to 15 participants. The workshop will culminate in a forest runway show -an opportunity to celebrate and exhibit the created work, the color palette of the forest and discuss the opportunities that working with nature can create for a local, sustainable textile production.
Participants must bring a smile, a chair and hat, sturdy shoes for a walk on both days, a change of clothes, a willingness to share, and a desire to cast what is learned to a wider audience once the workshop has ended.
Each day includes the following: Morning Yoga; gathering materials with an ethnobotanist; catered lunch; presentation and story telling of and by indigenous peoples; dyeing with experts; closing meditation; and take away samples for scarves, tote bags, wrap around skirts, or apron.
This event is suitable for adults & children ages 12+. Advance registration required.
Rain Date: None. Rain/thunderstorms may cancel the event. Updates will be shared on the Meetup & Facebook events.
Questions? Call (401) 447-1560
Meeting Place/Directions:
Day 1 (9/11) – Edward D. Vock Conservation Area, Pascoag, RI
Day 2 (9/12) – Stillwater Pavilion, 100 Tinkham Land, Harrisville, RI 02830
(Specific directions will be sent out once you are registered.)
Learn more about the Burrillville Land Trust HERE.

Audubon Raptor Weekend
2021-09-11 10:00 - 15:00 | The Audubon Society of Rhode Island Nature Center and Aquarium, 1401 Hope St, Bristol, RI, 02809, us
Location: Bristol
This event spans a weekend:
September 11: 10am-3pm
September 12: 10am-3pm
This event has an admissions fee. See below for details!
Raptor Weekend is back! Eagles, Owls, Hawks, and Falcons, formidable and magnificent predators of the sky, are headed to Bristol, Rhode Island. Razor-sharp talons, extraordinary strength, hooked beaks and highly developed eyesight and hearing make raptors the rulers of the avian world.
Wildlife rehabilitators and experts from across the Northeast will bring a wide variety of these extraordinary birds to the largest raptor celebration in New England.
Enjoy live raptor demonstrations, educational programs, and activities for bird enthusiasts of all ages.
Purchase tickets online HERE.
General Admission:
Adult: $13/member, $16/non-member
Child (ages 4 – 12): $9/member, $11/non-member
Children under age 3 are free.
Questions? Contact Anne DiMonti adimonti@asri.org
Meeting Place/Directions: Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium – 1401 Hope Street, Bristol, RI
Learn more about Audubon Society of Rhode Island HERE.

"ROOTSTOCK" Revive the Roots 10th Anniversary
2021-09-11 12:00 - 17:00 | Mowry Commons, 374 Farnum Pike, Smithfield, RI, 02917, us
Location: Smithfield
Ticketing through Eventbrite:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/166462334323
Join Revive the Roots for an afternoon of music, art and activities in celebration of 10 years at the beautiful Mowry Commons! Enjoy breathtaking overlooks to the Stillwater Reservoir, tours, performances, live music, crafts for kids, food trucks, a 50/50 raffle, live animals, pollinators gardens, beehives and much more!
To keep this event accessible to all community members it is $1 to attend. We ask that you consider a donation of $10 – $30 to support Revive the Roots in our practices of Ecological Healing, Enriching Community and Securing Sustenance.
Due to this pricing structure only one ticket may be purchased at a time. Due to Covid-19 all attendees must have a ticket. This will allow us to comply with CDC guidelines and safety recommendations. It may take some extra time to register your family or group and we thank you for this.
Rain Date: None. Updates will be shared on the Meetup event page.
Questions? Contact Hannah – hannah@revivetheroots.org (…or post a question in the Meetup event!)
Ticketing through Eventbrite:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/166462334323
Location: 374 Farnum Pike, Smithfield RI 02917
Learn more about Revive the Roots HERE.

EVENT AT CAPACITY: Row on the Palmer River
2021-09-12 09:00 - 11:00 | Kelly Street, Kelly St, Warren, RI, 02885, us
Location: Warren
EVENT AT CAPACITY. If you did not already pre-register by emailing WarrenLCTRI@gmail.com, there is no more room in this event (or in the boat). But if you plan to bring your own canoe or kayak, you may attend without being pre-registered.
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This FREE event has limited capacity (there will be a waitlist if needed). REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED by emailing WarrenLCTRI@gmail.com.
Join the Warren Land Conservation Trust on a row to our Tom’s Island Preserve. We will launch at 9 am from the end of Kelly Street in Warren and row up the Palmer River to Tom’s Island. Ten participants will row a dory or pilot gig a mile to Tom’s Island and a mile back. You will learn to row together in unison as a crew, see the marshes and habitats along the river, and learn about the Land Trust’s efforts in preservation and conservation in the area.
The Palmer River has some of the most extensive – and threatened – salt marsh habitat in New England. Tom’s Island itself has been shrinking year to year, as a result of sea level rise and erosion from storms. Come see the island for yourself – it may be gone in the next few years.
Lifejackets will be provided. Wear weather appropriate clothing in layers and shoes that can get wet. Bicycle type fingerless gloves can be used to protect hands. Bring sunscreen, water and a light snack.
Adults only in the land trust’s boats.
If you come with your own kayak or canoe, no registration is necessary and you must provide your own lifejacket.
Rain Date: None. Heavy rain/thunderstorms will cancel the event. Updates will be shared on the Facebook & Meetup events.
Questions? Email WarrenLCTRI@gmail.com
Meeting Place/Directions: The group will be departing from Kelly Street on Belcher’s Cove, Warren. Take RI route 114 to Kelly Street. Take Kelly Street (across from Patriot Liquors) across the bike path, proceed to the end at the cove. You will be directed where to park.
Learn more about the Warren Land Conservation Trust HERE.

Striped Maple Hike
2021-09-12 10:00 - 12:00 | William Klutz Woodland, 112 Joe Sweet Rd, Chepachet, RI, 02814, us
Location: Chepachet
Join Glocester Land Trust for a 2 ½ mile walk on five new trails in the Klutz Woodland area of the 1278 acre Sprague Farm Town Forest.
Among the sights will be lots of stone walls, a mid 1800’s farmhouse foundation and chimney, groups of the rare Striped Maple tree, and old gravel roads unchanged for 200 years.
The walk will take about two hours. Some of the walk will pass through muddy areas so everyone should wear appropriate footwear.
Dogs are welcome but they must be leashed and social. No aggressive dogs. It is not yet hunting season, so orange clothing is not necessary.
Rain Date: None. Rain/thunderstorms may cancel this walk. Updates will be shared on the Facebook & Meetup event pages.
Questions? Contact walk leader Roy Najecki at 647-3631 (…or post a question in the Facebook or Meetup event!)
Meeting Place/Directions: Meet at the new Klutz Woodland parking area which is across from 162 Joe Sweet Road in the Chepachet area of Glocester.
Learn more about Glocester Land Trust HERE.

Hunts Mills Historical Walk
2021-09-12 13:30 - 14:30 | The Hunt House Museum, Hunts Mill Rd, Rumford, RI, 02916, us
Location: East Providence
Join the East Providence Conservation Commission for a 1 mile historical walk on the grounds of the Hunt House!
The historic house, home to the East Providence Historical Society, will be open before and after the walk. The walk is easy and slow paced, as we will make several stops along the way to talk about the history of the property and nearby community.
This event is free and suitable for all ages. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and sunblock.
Rain Date: None. The walk will be canceled in the event of heavy rain/thunderstorms. Updates will be posted to the Facebook & Meetup events.
Questions? Call 401-435-7703 x6 or email egermani@cityofeastprov.com
Directions/Meeting Place: 65 Hunts Mill Road, East Providence, RI. Take interstate 195 to Massachusetts Exit 1 (Seekonk). Turn left onto Route 114A North and cross over Route 44. First left after State Line onto Hunts Mill Road. Meet at the trailhead by the gazebo.

EVENT AT CAPACITY: Guided Hike at Great Swamp Management Area
2021-09-16 09:00 - 11:00 | 360 Great Neck Rd, 360 Great Neck Rd, West Kingston, RI, 02892, us
Location: West Kingston
This event has reached capacity.
This hike has limited capacity. Registration is required via this link: https://sklt.org/event-tickets/guided-hikes/
Join South Kingstown Land Trust for a special edition of their Thursday Guided Hikes at Great Swamp Management Area in partnership with the RI Department of Environmental Management!
We’ll tour through the diverse habitats of Great Swamp with an eye out for unique migratory bird species returning south for the winter. This fun walk will also highlight the plants, trees, and conditions that create thriving wildlife habitat. Difficulty: Easy
Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring bug spray and water. This event is FREE and suitable for all ages!
Participants are asked not to bring their dogs on this hike.
Rain Date: None. Rain/thunderstorms may cancel this hike. Updates will be shared with registrants via email.
Questions? Email matt.eldridge@sklt.org (…or post a question in the Facebook or Meetup event!)
Meeting Place/Directions: 360 Great Neck Rd, West Kingston, RI 02892
Learn more about South Kingstown Land Trust HERE.

Bird Banding Walk & Talk
2021-09-18 09:00 - 10:00 | Middletown Police Department, Middletown, RI, 02842, United States
Location: Middletown
Space is limited & pre-registration is required on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bird-banding-walk-talk-tickets-170199959661
Join Aquidneck Land Trust to learn about migratory bird research at this special Walk & Talk at Bailey Brook in Middletown!
This free tour and bird banding demonstration will be led by Aquidneck Land Trust former Board Chair and Salve Regina professor Jim Chace. We will walk together to the mobile bird banding station and see what Jim catches!
Bailey Brook is a primary source of drinking water for Middletown and Newport residents, and serves as habitat for several migratory bird species. The Aquidneck Land Trust worked in partnership with the Town of Middletown to preserve the parcel of land buffering Bailey Brook.
Parking is limited so please carpool.
If vaccinated, no masks are required. If you are unvaccinated, please wear a mask.
Rain Date: None. Rain/thunderstorms may cancel this event. Updates will be shared to those who have registered via Eventbrite.
Questions? Post in the Facebook or Meetup event!
Meeting Place/Directions: Middletown Police Station (123 Valley Road, Middletown)
Learn more about Aquidneck Land Trust HERE.

"Trust Me, You'll Love It" 3rd Annual 10k Trail Run
2021-09-18 09:00 - 13:00 | 223 Carolina Back Rd, 223 Carolina Back Rd, Charlestown, RI, 02813, us
Location: Charlestown
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED to participate in the race by visiting: https://www.charlestownlandtrust.org/Trail_Run.html – $35 to pre-register or $40 for day-of race registration.
Join the Charlestown Land Trust for their 3rd Annual 10k trail run (or trail walk!) at Amos Green Farm – a beautiful 18th century farm protected jointly with the land trust!
Discover the beauty of Charlestown’s protected open space and get some exercise! The 10K Trail Run will start at Amos Green Farm and continue on The Nature Conservancy’s Carter Preserve.
Registration: 9:00 – 9:50 am. Runners start at 10:00 am sharp, Walkers at 10:15. Check-in is 9:00-9:50 am. Prizes awarded for top 3 male and female finishers. Entry fee is $35 in advance, $40 day of race. Children under 12 can participate for free.
Please leave your dog at home for this event.
Rain Date: None. The race will take place rain or shine! Any updates will be shared on the Facebook and Meetup events.
Questions? Contact the Charlestown Land Trust – CLT@charlestownlandtrust.org
Meeting Place/Directions: Amos Green Farm is located at #223A Route 112 (Carolina Back Rd) in Charlestown. Parking will be at the neighboring property. Look for signs/volunteers.
Learn more about Charlestown Land Trust HERE.

Opening of Janice L. Sullivan Conservation Area
2021-09-18 10:00 - 14:00 | Bramble Bush Road, Bramble Bush Rd, Coventry, RI, 02816, us
Location: Coventry
Join the Coventry Land Trust for a guided walk, followed by an open trail day at the Janice L. Sullivan Property to introduce their newest conservation area in Coventry!
Come experience the seasonal changes that September brings. The scenery of the forest with outcrops & wetlands offers the hiker a peaceful backdrop for a weekend excursion! The property is situated within a beautiful 500-acre conservation area where the Coventry Land Trust has developed four trails that are suitable for a wide range of experience levels.
At 10am, members of the Coventry Land Trust will lead a guided walk on the property’s Blue Trail. The first leg of this is a 1/2 mile. This newest trail connects the Bramblebush neighborhood to the trail network of the Beaudoin Preserve. The second leg, for the more adventurous, will take you on a 2 mile out & back walk to the Coventry Greenway. Round trip the hike will be approximately 2.5 miles. The entire hike will take about 1.5 – 2 hours at a moderate pace.
Following the guided walk, all trails will be open until 2pm for self-guided access. There will be a member of the Coventry Land Trust at the trailhead to provide information & direct you to the trails.
Be sure to wear comfortable clothing & good walking/hiking shoes. The Coventry Land Trust will provide bottled water, snacks, and bug spray. In addition the Land Trust will be holding a drawing featuring gift certificates from local businesses.
This event is FREE and suitable for all ages! Leashed dogs welcome.
Rain Date: None. Rain/thunderstorms will cancel this walk. Updates will be shared on the Facebook or Meetup events.
Questions? Contact Dennis Greene – pag397@verizon.net or (401)-397-8368
Meeting Place/Directions: From Rt. 117 in Coventry turn onto Stone Gate Drive, follow until Bramble Bush Rd. Turn right onto Bramble Bush Rd and follow to the end where you will find the Janice L. Sullivan Conservation Area. There will be a parking area, a tent, and tables set up.
Learn more about the Coventry Land Trust HERE.

Guided Trail Walk of Booth Pond Conservation Area
2021-09-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Booth Pond Conservation Area, Woonsocket, RI, 02895, us
Location: North Smithfield
Join the North Smithfield Land Trust for a guided walk on the newly opened Booth Pond Conservation Area, which lies within North Smithfield and Woonsocket. This wildlife conservation area totals 130 acres and includes the pond, surrounding wetlands and upland forest.
The first half of the walk to see the pond is of moderate difficulty, and for those not interested in continuing further, we will return to the trailhead. The second half of the walk has a few sections of somewhat challenging uphill/downhill terrain and a walking stick may be helpful. You will find a scenic overview of the surrounding area at a lookout point at the higher elevation.
Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring bug spray and water. This event is FREE and suitable for all ages! No registration necessary.
Although leashed dogs are normally permitted on the trails (all pet waste removed), it may be best to leave them at home for this group activity.
Rain Date: None. Rain/thunderstorms will cancel the walk. Updates will be shared on the Facebook & Meetup events.
Questions? Post in the Facebook or Meetup event!
Meeting Place/Directions: Trailhead is located within the Dowling Village Shopping Center, North Smithfield. Park near the ALDI store, and walk down toward The Club apartment complex (2 Booth Pond Way, North Smithfield, RI). Green trailhead sign will be off to your right.
Learn more about the North Smithfield Land Trust HERE.

Full Moonrise at Mount Hope Farm
2021-09-20 18:00 - 21:00 | Mt Hope Farm, 250 Metacom Ave, Bristol, RI, 02809, us
Location: Bristol
Join the Bristol Land Conservation Trust for a full moonrise walk at Mount Hope Farm! The view from the big field on a clear evening is amazing– you don’t want to miss it.
There will be a brief Welcome & Introduction before we start off in one or two groups. Every moonrise walk is different with always some fun surprises. We may hear an owl or two, see a shooting star, see the International Space Station pass over, see a planet, or experience a beautiful sunset. The list goes on. The walk back is under the light of the silvery moon! The reflection of moonlight on the water is calm and the duck pond is spectacular.
We will meet at the main parking lot below the barn and walk approximately one mile to the Cove Cabin to view the rising full harvest moon over Mount Hope Bay.
Dress appropriately, wear comfortable shoes for walking, and a bring camera or binoculars, a flashlight. and insect repellent. Pets are not permitted at Mount Hope Farm.
Cost: $10 per person, $20 per family. (Cash or check only.)
Rain Date: Tuesday, September 21. Updates will be posted to the Facebook & Meetup events.
Questions? Post in the Facebook or Meetup event!
Meeting Place/Directions: Mount Hope Farm. 250 Metacom Ave, Bristol. Meet at the main parking lot behind the barn.
Learn more about the Bristol Land Conservation Trust HERE.

EVENT AT CAPACITY: Harvest Full Moon Hike at Weeden Farm
2021-09-20 18:30 - 20:30 | 17 Matunuck Beach Rd, 17 Matunuck Beach Rd, South Kingstown, RI, 02879, us
Location: South Kingstown
This event has reached capacity. To join the waitlist, please email matt.eldridge@sklt.org.
We have another full moon hike in Bristol that same night with no group size limit! Join us here: https://www.meetup.com/Rhode-Island-Land-Trust-Days/events/279970349/
This hike has limited capacity. Registration is required via this link: https://sklt.org/event-tickets/guided-hikes/
Join South Kingstown Land Trust to celebrate RI Land Trust Days with a walk in the moonlight!
In the days before tractor lights, the full Harvest Moon in September helped farmers to gather their crops despite the diminishing daylight hours. We’ll use the beautiful glow of September’s Harvest Moon to illuminate the trails beside Weeden Farm’s thriving agricultural fields on a special guided hike at twilight.
We’ll discuss the history of Weeden Farm, listen for owls and other nocturnal wildlife, and more.
Guests are encouraged to enjoy the campfire and bring their own s’mores ingredients or other snacks to enjoy.
Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring bug spray and water.
Free for Members, $10 Suggested Donation for Non-members.
Rain Date: None. Rain/thunderstorms may cancel this hike. Updates will be shared with registrants via email.
Questions? Email matt.eldridge@sklt.org (…or post a question in the Facebook or Meetup event!)
Meeting Place/Directions: 17 Matunuck Beach Road, South Kingstown, RI 02879
Learn more about South Kingstown Land Trust HERE.

Autumnal Equinox Hike
2021-09-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Audubon Fort Wildlife Refuge, 1445 Providence Pike, North Smithfield, RI, 02896, us
Location: North Smithfield
This event has an admissions fee & advance registration is required. See below for details!
Join Audubon Society of Rhode Island on a leisurely hike and explore the changes of the season at Fort Wildlife Refuge!
Search for wildlife and plants and learn their facts and folklore stories. The hike is easy to easy/moderate. Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes and dress for the weather. Advance registration is required.
Fee: $10/member; $14/non-member. Ages: 10 and up.
Register online through the events calendar HERE.
Questions? Contact Kim Calcagno kcalcagno@asri.org
Meeting Place/Directions: Fort Nature Refuge, (Rt. 5), 1443 Providence Pike, North Smithfield, RI
Learn more about Audubon Society of Rhode Island HERE.

Good Earth Farm Stand & Tour
2021-09-25 11:00 - 12:00 | 1800 Scituate Ave, 1800 Scituate Ave, Hope, RI, 02831, us
Location: Hope (Cranston)
Join Southside Community Land Trust (SCLT) to walk, talk and learn about their recent acquisition, Good Earth Farm, at the corner of Pippin Orchard Road and Scituate Avenue in western Cranston.
This beautiful, certified organic farm is on the site of the historic Knight Dairy. It was purchased this past summer by SCLT from John and Joyce Holscher, who ran the Good Earth Organic Farm and Garden Center there for the past 20 years. The Farm covers 20 acres, 9 of which are cultivated by landless, experienced and relatively new farmers who lease their plots from SCLT. (Because of the state’s extraordinarily high price for farmland, most farmers who do not inherit land are unable to buy their own, which is why SCLT created its Farmland Access Program.)
What makes the Good Earth Farm truly special is the vibrant, multi-generational and multi-ethnic mix of farmers who grow crops on the land. You can purchase some of their broad assortment of produce at the weekly farm stand on-site, held from 10 am to 2 pm on Saturdays. (The tour is held once, however, on Sept. 25.)
This event is FREE and suitable for all ages. Leashed dogs welcome. Restrooms available.
Meeting Place: Good Earth Farm is located at 1800 Scituate Ave., in Hope RI. Look for greenhouses, and the entrance to the parking area is through the red farm gate on Pippin Orchard Road.
Rain Date: Sat., Oct. 2. Updates will be shared on the Facebook & Meetup event pages.
Questions? Post them in the Facebook or Meetup event pages!
Learn more about Southside Community Land Trust HERE.

Borders Farm Guided Trail Hike and Providence Brigade Band Concert
2021-09-25 11:00 - 15:30 | Borders Farm Preservation, Inc., 31 North Rd, Foster, RI, 02825, us
Location: Foster
Join Borders Farm Preservation for a guided trail hike, followed by a free outdoor concert by the Providence Brigade Band, a Civil War period brass band!
The band members dress in military uniforms of the period and play original music of the time on instruments from the Civil War era. The outdoor concert will be held under shade trees on the lawn of the historic George Phillips 1840’s farmhouse (indoor farmhouse tours will not be held this year).
The guided hikes begin at 11:00 AM and Providence Brigade Band Concert begins at 2:00 PM.
The guided hikes will weave through trails along the pasture edges, which are easy hiking. Trails through the forest are moderate. Trails vary in length from 1/2 mile to 2-3 miles.
Port-a-Jon is available at the farmhouse. We recommend bringing drinking water, sunscreen, sunhat and your comfy lawn chair for the concert. You are invited to bring your own picnic lunch and enjoy the farmhouse front lawn between the hikes and the concert. This event is FREE and suitable for all ages! Friendly, leashed dogs welcome.
Rain Date: Sunday, September 26. Updates will be shared on the Facebook & Meetup event pages.
Questions? Contact bordersfarm@gmail.com (…or post a question in the Facebook or Meetup event!)
Meeting Place/Directions: Borders Farm, 31 North Road, Foster, RI
Learn more about Borders Farm HERE.

Turner Reservoir Hike
2021-09-26 09:00 - 11:30 | Turner Reservior, 400 Pleasant St, East Providence, RI, 02916, United States
Location: East Providence
Join the East Providence Conservation Commission for a lovely, 2 mile hike at Turner Reservoir. We will hike the east side of the reservoir to a very picturesque peninsula and back. Be sure to bring your camera as birds are commonly observed here!
Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring bug spray and water. This event is FREE and suitable for all ages! Leashed dogs welcome.
Rain Date: None. Heavy rain/thunderstorms will cancel the event. Updates will be shared on the Facebook & Meetup events.
Questions? Contact Ernie Germani – 401-435-7703 x6
Meeting Place/Directions: East Parking Area (Bus-Turnaround) on Pleasant Street at East Providence at State Line. From I-195, take MA Exit 1 for Route 114A. Turn left and follow north. Bear left to continue on 114A past the Grist Mill Restaurant and continue straight at the intersection with Route 44. After crossing state line, parking lot is on the right. There is a large blue “East Providence” sign here.
Learn more about the East Providence Conservation Commission HERE.
