Discover YOUR True Nature.

From Forest to Fashion – a Natural Dye Workshop with the Burrillville Land Trust

Edward D. Vock Conservation Area 603-805 Jackson Schoolhouse Rd, Pascoag, RI, us

Registration required. The Burrillville Land Trust is hosting a workshop to dye fabrics with colors extracted from plants. This highly immersive experience includes foraging in the woods with expert guides, yoga, delicious lunch, and lots of dye experiments both days. At the end, we get together for a community sewing day and a fun, casual[.....]

Audubon Raptor Weekend

The Audubon Society of Rhode Island Nature Center and Aquarium 1401 Hope St, Bristol, RI, us

Registration required — see link below. The rulers of the sky are descending on the Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium in September. Birds of prey with long sharp talons, hooked beaks, and highly developed eyesight and hearing to Bristol. They’re raptors, the superior hunters of the avian world. Owls, hawks, and falcons will be featured[.....]

PIC-WIL Nature Preserve Walk with Barrington Land Conservation Trust

Washington Road Washington Rd, Barrington, RI, us

Registration required — see link below. Join the Barrington Land Conservation Trust for a walk to PIC-WIL Nature Preserve. This 17-acre preserve of forest, field, salt marsh and coastal dunes on the east shore of the Providence River in Barrington. Once home to a bottling facility owned by Deep Water Rock Company, the property was[.....]

Hunts Mills Hike with the East Providence Conservation Commission

The Hunt House Museum Hunts Mill Rd, Rumford, RI, us

The East Providence Conservation Commission will lead a guided historical walk of the grounds at Hunts Mills to coincide with the East Providence Historical Society monthly open house of the John Hunt House, a museum of East Providence history. This is an easy and relaxed paced hike that is good for beginners and kids. The grounds[.....]

Wednesday Walks at Norman Bird Sanctuary

Norman Bird Sanctuary 583 3rd Beach Rd, Middletown, Rh, us

Stretch your legs, get some fresh air, and end the day with a walk in nature. Join us and explore the Norman Bird Sanctuary trails during a free guided walk every Wednesday afternoon. Norman Bird Sanctuary offers seven miles of unique trails that meander throughout a diverse array of habitats and ecosystems. Learn to spot native[.....]

Golden Hour Geology Hike with Norman Bird Sanctuary

Norman Bird Sanctuary 583 3rd Beach Rd, Middletown, Rh, us

Registration required. Step outside this summer to learn more and the natural landscape and enjoy a breathtaking sunset. With a panoramic view of the ocean, Gardiner Pond and Narragansett Bay, the Hanging Rock Ridge offers one of the most beautiful and scenic viewscapes on Aquidneck Island. Together with a Norman Bird Sanctuary educator, hike through the[.....]

Casey Farm Market

Casey Farm 2325 Boston Neck Road, Saunderstown, RI

The Casey Farm Market offers high quality, locally grown and produced goods, produce, and food. Join us at this weekly event where friends and locals shop, support their local farmers and small business owners, gather, and enjoy the community. Walking trails and guided farm tours are available during the market. Guided tours of the barnyard and[.....]

CANCELLED – Walk through Latham Brook Preserve with Smithfield Land Trust

Latham Brook Preserve 320 Log Road, Smithfield, RI

This event has been cancelled due to weather. Join the Smithfield Land Trust and Annie Bayer of Revive the Roots for a guided hike on newly-developed trails. We will be exploring the native plants, the rolling hills, streams and rock ledges. Annie will be showing us the dynamics of all of the plants throughout the hike.[.....]

Watercolor Workshop at Watson Farm

Historic New England Watson Farm 455 North Rd, Jamestown, RI, United States

Registration required — see link below. Let your creativity flow inspired by Watson Farm, a beautiful seaside farm with 265 acres of coastal farmland and heritage breed sheep and cattle, managed by Historic New England. This full-day of plein air watercolor painting will be led by artist Vicki Iannuccillo. After a one-hour demonstration of landscape[.....]

Walk to Garrison House Acres Preserve with Narrow River Land Trust

95 Middlebridge Rd 95 Middlebridge Rd, Narragansett, RI, us

Registration required. Please register here. The Narrow River Land Trust will host a "Walk to Garrison House Acres Preserve" in Middlebridge. Nick Ernst from United States Fish & Wildlife Service will lead the walk and discuss the Narrow River salt marsh. The walk starts at 10am on Saturday, September 16 at the Middlebridge Educational Area, 95[.....]

Scientific Strolls: The Plants of Napatree

Napatree Point Conservation Area Fort Road, Westerly, RI, United States

Due to weather, this event has been rescheduled from September 16th to October 7th. Registration required. Please register here. The Watch Hill Conservancy and The Napatree Science Advisors are thrilled to invite you to celebrate a decade of stewardship with a guided tour led by Napatree Science Advisors, Dr. Keith Killingbeck and Hope Leeson. Dr. Killingbeck[.....]

Walk on Crook Brook Trail with Narragansett Land Conservation Trust

235 S Pier Rd 235 S Pier Rd, Narragansett, RI, us

Check out a hidden gem in Narragansett with the Narragansett Land Conservation Trust! Take a nice walk along a little-known pleasant trail through wooded area with gentle hills. Kid friendly, leashed dogs welcome. Meet at Middle School parking lot; 235 South Pier Road, Narragansett. Register here.

Trail System Dedication at Borders Farm

Borders Farm Preservation, Inc. 31 North Rd, Foster, RI, us

Join the Borders Farm Preservation for a day of events! A trail walk will be offered at 10 a.m., otherwise hikers are welcome to enjoy the trail system on their own. Maps are available on site and on the website: https://bordersfarm.org/visit. At 11 a.m. we will be honoring our past president, John Bradley, with a Trail[.....]

Learning Series: A Conversation with Environment Reporter Alex Kuffner

Barrington Public Library 281 Country Rd, Barrington, RI, United States

Registration required — see link below. Join the Barrington Land Conservation Trust for a conversation with Alex Kuffner, Environment Reporter for The Providence Journal. From offshore wind and forever chemicals to bird flu and pine beetles, Alex Kuffner covers the full range of environmental issues facing Rhode Islanders. Join Alex for a conversation about headline-making environmental[.....]

Wednesday Walks at Norman Bird Sanctuary

Norman Bird Sanctuary 583 3rd Beach Rd, Middletown, Rh, us

Stretch your legs, get some fresh air, and end the day with a walk in nature. Join us and explore the Norman Bird Sanctuary trails during a free guided walk every Wednesday afternoon. Norman Bird Sanctuary offers seven miles of unique trails that meander throughout a diverse array of habitats and ecosystems. Learn to spot native[.....]

Experience Casey Farm Nature Walk

Casey Farm 2325 Boston Neck Road, Saunderstown, RI

Registration required — see link below. Experience Casey Farm in a different way from the usual tour, relying on your five senses. Mary Jane Sorrentino, Certified Nature & Forest Therapy Guide, will lead us on a gentle walk to renew and strengthen our relationship with nature that abounds on this coastal organic land. From gardens to[.....]

Casey Farm Market

Casey Farm 2325 Boston Neck Road, Saunderstown, RI

The Casey Farm Market offers high quality, locally grown and produced goods, produce, and food. Join us at this weekly event where friends and locals shop, support their local farmers and small business owners, gather, and enjoy the community. Walking trails and guided farm tours are available during the market. Guided tours of the barnyard and farmhouse[.....]

Whales on the Lawn with Audubon Society of RI

The Audubon Society of Rhode Island Nature Center and Aquarium 1401 Hope St, Bristol, RI, us

Join the Audubon Society of Rhode Island, New Bedford Whaling Museum, Mystic Seaport and Whale and Dolphin Conservation for an exciting day focusing on whales! Each organization will display a life-sized inflatable whale ranging from 43 to 65 feet in length, providing an exclusive opportunity to experience how BIG whales really are. Enjoy family activities,[.....]

CANCELLED – Go Fly a Kite! with the Warren Land Conservation Trust

Jacobs Point Jacobs Point Rd, Warren, RI, United States

Join the Warren Land Conservation Trust for kite flying on the beach at Jacob's Point off the East Bay Bike Path, overlooking the Warren River. Bring your own kite or borrow one of ours. All ages welcome. The bike path and the trail to the beach are level and easy to walk, and the beach is[.....]

Birding at Snake Den Farm

90 Brown Ave 90 Brown Ave, Johnston, RI, us

Wake up early to learn what makes Snake Den Farm one of the best birding spots in RI with the Northern Rhode Island Conservation District! Binoculars provided, beginners welcome. Led by Dan Berard of the Ocean State Bird Club. Registration REQUIRED. Please register here.

Wednesday Walks at Norman Bird Sanctuary

Norman Bird Sanctuary 583 3rd Beach Rd, Middletown, Rh, us

Stretch your legs, get some fresh air, and end the day with a walk in nature. Join the Norman Bird Sanctuary on an exploration of trails during a free guided walk every Wednesday afternoon. Norman Bird Sanctuary offers seven miles of unique trails that meander throughout a diverse array of habitats and ecosystems. Learn to spot[.....]

Early Autumn Evening Walk with Audubon Society of RI

Caratunk Wildlife Refuge - Audubon Society of RI 301 Brown Ave, Seekonk, MA, us

Registration required — see link below. Join Audubon at the Caratunk Wildlife Refuge for a relaxing evening walk. Enjoy the quiet and gentle sounds of early fall in the fields and woods. Dress for the weather and walking on forest trails. Fee: $14 adult, $7 child. Advance registration required. Register here.

Full Moon Hike at Weeden Farm with South Kingstown Land Trust

South Kingstown Land Trust 17 Matunuck Beach Rd, South Kingstown, RI, us

Registration required! Please register here. 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[.....]

Casey Farm Market

Casey Farm 2325 Boston Neck Road, Saunderstown, RI

The Casey Farm Market offers high quality, locally grown and produced goods, produce, and food. Join us at this weekly event where friends and locals shop, support their local farmers and small business owners, gather, and enjoy the community. Walking trails and guided farm tours are available during the market. Guided tours of the barnyard and farmhouse[.....]

Volunteer Day with Richmond Rural Preservation Land Trust

Crawley Preserve 198 Glen Rock Road, Richmond, RI

Join the Richmond Rural Preservation Land Trust for a volunteer day! Volunteers will be cutting back overgrowth on trails at the Crawley Preserve. Tools will be provided, but volunteers should plan to bring work gloves, hats, and other sun protection. Members of the land trust's stewardship committee, Rob Swanson and Rick Anderson, will be leading[.....]

Scientific Strolls: Little Narragansett Bay

Napatree Point Conservation Area Fort Road, Westerly, RI, United States

Due to weather, this event has been rescheduled from September 23rd to September 30th. Registration required. Please register here. Join The Watch Hill Conservancy for an exciting educational program celebrating a decade of stewardship in the beautiful Napatree Point Conservation Area. Led by Napatree Science Advisors, Dr. Peter August and Alan Desbonett, this guided tour offers[.....]

Autumn Walk at Parker Woodland with Audubon Society of RI

Audubon George Parker Woodland Wildlife Refuge 1670 Maple Valley Rd, Coventry, RI, us

Registration required — see link below. Join an Audubon Naturalist for an autumn morning walk at Parker Woodland. Early fall offers warm days and comfortable nights with heaps of animal activity. Observe and listen for diverse wildlife such as deer, turkey, fox, frogs, tree crickets, and a variety of birds taking advantage of plentiful food[.....]

Sewing Circle with the Burrillville Land Trust

Farm Fresh Rhode Island 10 Sims Ave unit 103, Providence, RI, us

Join the Burrillville Land Trust for a community sewing day! The Sewing Circle is the second part of a Forest to Fashion natural dye workshop, sponsored by the Burrillville Land Trust and Sashoonya textiles company. This event is free and open to the public, even if you did not attend the workshop in early September. Sewing[.....]

Family Fun Day with West Greenwich Land Trust

280 Victory Hwy 280 Victory Hwy, West Greenwich, RI, us

Family Fun Day is for everyone! Hosted by the West Greenwich Land Trust, the event will coincide with a car show on the Town Hall lawn and a clamcakes and chowder supper at the Hianloland Fire Station. The land trust will conduct a guided tour of the Fry Pond Trail, and there will be lawn[.....]

Guided Trail Walk with North Smithfield Land Trust

Booth Pond Conservation Area Trailhead North Smithfield, RI, us

The North Smithfield Land Trust will offer a guided walk of the Booth Pond Conservation Area. The 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[.....]

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If you have questions about a specific Land Trust Day activity, please contact the person and Land Trust listed with that event.
If you have questions about Rhode Island Land Trust Days, please contact:
Land Trust Days Coordinator: Virginia Streeter vstreeter@rilandtrusts.org