On July 10, 2025 ,from 10 to noon, join Brian Maynard, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus, Department of Plant Sciences & Entomology at the University of Rhode Island, in an exploration of the varied habitats found at the Great Swamp Management Area in West Kingston, RI. Ranging from oak-maple forest to wetlands and powerlines we are sure to see a wide variety of trees, shrubs, herbs and grasses.

Bring comfortable shoes (boots if you plan to go in water), water and a snack. Prepare for ticks and deer flies – you might wish you had mosquito netting.

Come share your enthusiasm and knowledge. Beginners to experts welcome!

This walk is free and open to the public.  Donations to help support our walks are appreciated.  DONATE NOW

General walk guidelines

Dogs are not permitted.

Cancellations

Should you need to cancel, contact us as soon as possible. communications@riwps.org

We walk light rain or shine.  In case of  cancellations due to poor weather conditions, we will email you. We tend to wait until the day before the walk to make this call as weather forecasts can be changeable.

Registration is required

The number of participants is limited to maximize the ability for everyone to observe the plants and participate in the conversation.  

Note: Only one person can register at a time. To register a second person, just repeat the process.

More specific location of the walk is provided upon registration.