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SUMMARY:First Thursday Botanizing Walk: Simmons Mill Pond (Little Compton)
DESCRIPTION:Along the Old Laneways: An Autumn Woodland Walk\nSolidago sempervirens (seaside goldenrod)\, GGardner \nOn October 1\, 2026 from 10 am – 12 pm join Roger Greene at Simmons Mill Pond in Little Compton. We’ll take a walk along the historic laneways through this globally rare Oak/Holly woodland. In early October\, we will see goldenrods and asters going to seed\, several species of ferns transitioning to fall\, and eleven species of trees. \nAlong the way we will find the Simmons Mill raceway\, the old mill dam\, an icehouse foundation\, and the successful phragmites control project on Smith Pond. Control was achieved without the use of chemicals. Now seven years later\, the area that had been nearly solid with phragmites is a valuable wetland habitat with a large diversity of native plants. \nThe loop includes some moderate up and down hill terrain. \nWalk Leader Roger Greene worked for the RI Department of Environmental Management for about 30 years as a Principal Environmental Scientist. Since Roger retired from DEM\, he and his wife Gail have been stewards of DEM’s Simmons Mill Pond Management Area\, where they devote approximately 1\,000 hours a year to managing a variety of habitats. \n  \nFree and open to the public. \nDonations to help support our walks are appreciated.  DONATE NOW \nGeneral walk guidelines \nWear clothing and sturdy footwear appropriate for the weather conditions and for protection against sun exposure\, ticks and other insects\, briars\, tree roots\, rocks\, mud\, poison ivy\, and other natural hazards etc. Bring plenty of water\, snacks\, and any personal items you may need during the walk. \nDogs are not permitted. \nCancellations \nShould you need to cancel\, contact communications@riwps.org  \nWe walk in light rain or shine. If severe weather requires cancellation\, we’ll email you—typically deciding the day before. \nRegistration is required \nSpace is limited to ensure everyone can observe plants and join the discussion. \nNote: Submit a separate registration for each person \n \n 
URL:https://riwps.org/event/first-thursday-botanizing-walk-simmons-mill-pond-little-compton/
LOCATION:Little Compton\, RI
CATEGORIES:Botanizing Walk Series,General Event,Programs,Walks
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