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SUMMARY:2026 SE New England Native Seed Exchange:  Sharing\, Learning and Connecting
DESCRIPTION:RIWPS’ ReSeeding RI will be participating in this event!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSE New England Native Seed Exchange –\nNovember 8\, 2026\n12:00 – 3:00 pm\n Tillinghast Place\, Barrington RI\n231 Nayatt Rd\, Barrington\, RI 02806\nThe SE New England Native Seed Exchange is for anyone interested in native plants\, including folks who are new to the native plant world\, gardeners\, students\, conservationists\, and farmers! Whatever your level of interest or knowledge\, we’d love you to come.   \nBring seeds to share or just come to learn and connect \nLive Folk Music \n\n\nLet’s celebrate all our efforts to preserve our native plants and our habitats.\n  \n  \n\n\n\nSee all details & RSVP!
URL:https://riwps.org/event/2026-se-ne-native-seed-exchange/
LOCATION:Tillinghast Place\, 230 Nyatt Rd\, Barrington\, RHode Island\, 02806
CATEGORIES:General Event,Programs,ReSeeding Rhode Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T180000
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SUMMARY:Join Us - Providence Green Drinks
DESCRIPTION:RIWPS is excited to be co-hosting a happy hour with Providence Green Drinks!\n Kimi’s bar\n373 Washington St\, Providence\, RI 02903\nOctober 22nd from 6-8pm!\n\n\nDrop by this casual networking event to meet other plant and environmental enthusiasts\, live and in-person! This is a great opportunity to learn about our fundraising efforts\, native plant events coming up around the state\, and how to get involved.\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://riwps.org/event/join-us-providence-green-drinks/
LOCATION:Providence
CATEGORIES:General Event,Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T133000
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SUMMARY:Beechwood Lecture: The Evolution of the American Urban Forest
DESCRIPTION:Evolution of the American Urban Forest\nphoto: GGardner \nOctober  21\, 2026 | 1:30- 2:30 PM \nBeechwood Center | 44 Beach Street  | North Kingstown\, RI 02852 \nJoin Christopher Fletcher\, Arborist and Superintendent of the of Juniper Hill Cemetery in Bristol  to learn the fascinating story of the evolution of the American Urban Forest \nTimeline \nBy the 11th century England had destroyed most of its forests with only 15% of its 27 million acres remaining. William the Conqueror took note and produced the Doomsday Book. \nBy the 16th century\, Botanists were in America collecting trees and medicinal plants to help improve supply networks in Europe. Wood resources were paramount. \nBy the 18th century\, the Industrial Revolution joined America to the global economy and worldwide. Tree collections began and continued into the 19 th century. \nBy the 19th century Americans had cut down approximately 50% of the nation’s forests. American botanists traveled the world in search of exotic trees\, reflecting a growing interest in the beauty and peacefulness of the natural world. \nSome of the first Asian trees to come to the Western hemisphere came through Dr. George  Roger’s Hall in Bristol RI. The town and Juniper Hill Cemetery became apart of a nationwide “back to nature” movement that swept the United States. \nToday\, Juniper Hill Cemetery is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. \nThis lecture series is offered by Beechwood Life Center. URI Master Gardeners and RIWPS volunteers collaborate at the Center’s Jules A. Cohen Native Plant Garden and on this lecture series. When you come for the lecture\, please take a few minutes to enjoy the garden as well. \n\nThe program is free and open to the public. Registration required as space is limited. \nTo Register: Contact the Volunteer/Program Coordinator at The Beechwood Center for Life Enrichment –  401-268-1594 or malyward@northkingstownri.gov \nPlease note: \n\n\n\nAlthough the Beechwood Garden programs are offered to members and the public\, if you have not attended past lectures and/or registered your contact information with the Beechwood Center in the last three (3) years\, you may need to provide an updated information form.  The form will be provided by Beechwood Staff at the time of the lecture. Completion of this form is required for participation in all Beechwood Programs.\nMaster Gardeners receive education credit for attending.\n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://riwps.org/event/evolution-of-the-american-urban-forest/
LOCATION:Beechwood Center\, 44 Beach Street\, North Kingstown\, RI\, 02852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beechwood Lecture Series,General Event,Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T140000
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SUMMARY:Powerful Plants in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Common Buckeye Butterfly on common grass-leaved-goldenrod/flat-top goldentop\, photo DMcGrady \nPowerful Plants in the Garden\nOctober 11\, 2026 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm \nConference Room |Audubon Society’s Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge  \n12 Sanderson Rd\, (Greenville) Smithfield\, RI 02828  \nThe Rhode Island Wild Plant Society is pleased to welcome Stephen Kiely\, Principal Designer of Kiely Ecological Landscapes LLC\, for a fun and thought-provoking look at plants that can be powerful—and sometimes intimidating—in the garden. \nPowerful plants have the potential to overtake a garden space.  These plants\, such as mints and  goldenrods\, have a place in the garden if you know how best to work with them instead of against them.  They can form a solid ecological backbone for different types of gardens\, from traditional foundation plantings to meadows. Stephen’s deep understanding of native plants and ecological design offers a fresh perspective on how we can embrace these powerful plants and use them thoughtfully in our landscapes. \nStephen’s professional work focuses on creating beautiful ecological gardens throughout New England. He holds a Master of Science in Ecological Design from the Conway School of Landscape Design and brings a deep commitment to native plants\, holistic design\, and finding joy in every landscape. \nAfter the presentation\, stay awhile and enjoy the fall foliage on the trails of this lovely Audubon wildlife refuge! \nRIWPS Member $10 | Non-Member $15  — or become a Sponsor for $25 or a Sustainer for $50 to support RIWPS educational events. \nAdvance Registration Required  – space is limited. \nSubmit a separate registration for each person \n \n  \n 
URL:https://riwps.org/event/powerful-plants-in-the-garden/
CATEGORIES:Programs,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T150000
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SUMMARY:Common Invasive Species Walk - Narragansett
DESCRIPTION:Asian Bittersweet\, photo from Invasive Plants: The Threat They Pose  \nTom Hoagland\, President\, Friends of Canonchet\, and Alan Woodmansee\, Master Gardener\, will lead a guided trail walk in Canonchet Farm\, a 124 acre second growth woodland in Narragansett that has become infested with invasive plants\, shrubs and vines.  \nThese plants are increasingly popping up in home gardens and natural landscapes due to their prevalence in South County.  Birds spread the seeds.  \nLearn how to identify and control common invasive plants\, such as knotweed\, porcelain berry\, bittersweet\, multiflora rose and privet. The trail is easy but does have protruding roots and can sometimes be wet.  \nClick here for more information about invasive plants including link to the pamphlet Invasive Plants: The Threat They Pose by the Friends of Canonchet Farm \nThis walk is free and open to the public. Donations are appreciated. DONATE \nGeneral walk guidelines \nWear clothing and sturdy footwear appropriate for the weather conditions and for protection against sun exposure\, ticks and other insects\, briers\, tree root etc. Bring a sufficient supply of water and nourishment for your needs. \nDogs are not permitted. \nCancellations \nShould you need to cancel\, contact us as soon as possible. communications@riwps.org  \nWe 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. \nRegistration is required \nThe number of participants is limited to maximize the ability for everyone to observe the plants and participate in the conversation & to safeguard trails. \nNote: Only one person can register at a time. To register a second person\, just repeat the process. \nMore specific location of the walk is provided upon registration. \n \n 
URL:https://riwps.org/event/common-invasive-species-walk/
LOCATION:Narragansett\, RI
CATEGORIES:General Event,Programs,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T113000
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SUMMARY:Fall Tidal Salt Marsh Walk at Lathrop Wildlife Refuge (Westerly)
DESCRIPTION:Solidago sempervirens (seaside goldenrod)\, GGardner \nScott Ruhren\, Ph.D.\, Senior Director of Conservation\, Audubon Society of Rhode Island will lead return to Audubon’s Lathrop Wildlife Refuge on the shore of Winnapaug Pond – we hiked here in March. We will follow the same route looking for changes in the landscape. \nIn fall the flora begins to change as asters and goldenrods bloom\, seeds and fruits mature and foliage changes color. Some species disappear while others persevere. On the trail through the coastal forest to the marsh and Winnapaug Pond we will decipher how plants and animals struggle and cooperate in order to survive. \nSalt marshes and salt ponds are both sensitive and resilient Rhode Island habitats. These tidal coastal wetlands are home to many indicator species and a diversity of animals. Animals rely on many plants for food and shelter while many plants rely on animals for pollination and dispersal. \nIn addition to our general botanizing\, we will also explore the stresses of living in this environment now under the pressure of sea level rise. \nEasy to moderate trail hike ranging from dry to very wet. It is approximately 1-mile round trip. Wear waterproof shoes\, knee boots are best\, and dress appropriately for the weather. \nThis walk is free and open to the public. \nDonations help support our walks and programs.   DONATE NOW \n  \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
URL:https://riwps.org/event/fall-tidal-salt-marsh-walk-at-lathrop-wildlife-refuge-westerly/
LOCATION:Westerly\, RI
CATEGORIES:General Event,Programs,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T120000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260827T024350Z
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SUMMARY:Edible Treasures Walk - Ryan Park  (North Kingstown)
DESCRIPTION:On September 12\, 2026  from 10 am to 12:00 pm join Keri Brulé\, forager\, wilderness skill specialist\, and botanist\, for a beginner-friendly walk through Ryan Park in North Kingstown. Our focus is to see the edible plants that late summer/early autumn has to offer. We will discuss plant safety\, human safety\, ethical foraging practices\, and plant identification. In just a few hours\, you will start noticing food all around you and your walks will be forever more delicious for it. \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 \nThis walk is free and open to the public.  Donations to help support our walks are appreciated.  DONATE NOW \n  \n \n 
URL:https://riwps.org/event/edible-treasures-walk-ryan-park-north-kingstown/
LOCATION:North Kingstown\, RI
CATEGORIES:General Event,Programs,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T120000
DTSTAMP:20260827T025007Z
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SUMMARY:First Thursday Botanizing Walk: Steere Hill Farm (Glocester)
DESCRIPTION:Steere Hill Farm \nThis walk is currently full. \nOn September 3\, 2026 from 10 am – 12 pm join Tysh McGrail  in Glocester RI  at Steere Hill Farm. Our walk will begin with an overview of what we know about the properties’ human use history and the diversity of terrain and habitat contained within the 400+ acres of this Glocester Land Trust Property. We will traverse a loop that brings us through mixed hardwood and pine woodlands\, past a vernal pool and over intermittent streams\, and through two separate fields with different elevations and plant matrixes.\nThe loop includes some moderate up and down hill terrain. \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-steere-hill-farm-glocester/
LOCATION:Glocester\, RI
CATEGORIES:Botanizing Walk Series,General Event,Programs,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T180000
DTSTAMP:20260827T025233Z
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SUMMARY:A Walk Through Climate-Adaptive Forestry: Stewarding Rhode Island’s Forests for the Future (Richmond)
DESCRIPTION:This walk is currently full. \nResearch and Practice: What Does Climate-Adaptive Forestry Look Like?\nOn August 27\, 2026\, from 4–6 pm\, URI Forestry Specialist and Research Associate Christopher Riely will lead a walk at a 40-acre research site at RI DEM’s Hillsdale Preserve in Richmond\, RI. Participants will explore recently implemented examples of different climate-adaptive forestry approaches and learn how these practices are being studied in a local forest. \nThe Hillside research area\, is an affiliated site of the  Adaptive Silviculture for Climate Change (ASCC) Network\,  a collaborative research effort that tests experimental forest management approaches across different forest ecosystems in the United States and Canada.  At this site researchers are studying how oak forests in southern New England can be managed to remain healthy and resilient in the face of climate change and other forest health challenges. \nPartners from URI and RIDEM are implementing three different silvicultural treatments — forest management approaches that involve selectively removing or retaining trees to influence forest health and future growth — along with an unmanaged control in adjacent areas of an oak-hickory forest experiencing acute health issues exacerbated by climate stress. \nAnother component of the project is a study monitoring and comparing the survival and growth of planted trees of both native oak species and non-native oak species that may be adapted to changing conditions in Rhode Island. \n  \nThis walk is free and open to the public. \nDonations help support our walks and programs.   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. \nMore specifics about the location provided upon registration. \n 
URL:https://riwps.org/event/a-walk-through-climate-adaptive-forestry-stewarding-rhode-islands-forests-for-the-future-richmond/
LOCATION:Richmond\, RI
CATEGORIES:General Event,Programs,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T193000
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SUMMARY:Summer Flowers on the Wood River\, Hope Valley (08/21)
DESCRIPTION:All 4 session of Summer Flowers on the Wood River are at capacity.\nSummer Evening Kayak: A Delightful Way to Experience Wetland Flowers\nWhen\n• Thursday\, July 23\, 2026 from 5 pm to 7:30 pm\n• Friday\, July 24\, 2026 from 5 pm to 7:30 pm\nRain date Saturday\, July 25\, 2026 from 5 pm to 7:30 pm \n• Thursday\, August 20\, 2026 from 5 pm to 7:30 pm\n• Friday\, August 21\, 2026 from 5 pm to 7:30 pm\nRain date Saturday\, August 22\, 2026 from 5 pm to 7:30 pm \nWhere\nWPWA\, 203 Arcadia Road\, Hope Valley\, RI 02832 (Google Directions)\, (Written Directions ) \nJoin the Wood-Pawcatuck Wild and Scenic Rivers Stewardship Council\, the Rhode Island Wild Plant Society\, and the Wood-Pawcatuck Watershed Association for a series of summer evening paddles on the Wood River to discover aquatic flowers.  Besides plant identification we will also learn about the ecology of the Wood River and why it has been designated as a National Wild and Scenic River. \nIn July we usually see native rhododendrons\, sweet pepperbush\, pickerel weed\, and several types of floating water lilies. With any luck there will still be swamp rose and swamp azaleas still blooming.  In August we should be treated to Joe-pye weed\, boneset\, monkey flowers\, bur marigolds and the spectacular cardinal flowers. \nThese paddles will be led by naturalist Denise Poyer\, former Program Director for WPWA and currently a member the Wild and Scenic Rivers Council and RIWPS.  The Wild and Scenic Rivers Council is subsidizing some of the cost of these paddles to help make them more available to the community. \n• Limit to 15 participants per paddle. The paddles are appropriate for beginner kayakers\, 10 and over. \n• Fee: $30 per person\, includes individual kayaks\, paddles\, life jackets\, and paddle guides. Fee is due at time of registration. Fee  is non-refundable. No discount for bringing your own kayak and no refunds for no shows.   \n• Participants will be asked to sign a standard liability waiver at the event prior to participation. Participants under 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign on their behalf. \n• General Guidelines for WPWA kayaking programs: What to Wear. What to Bring\, What to Expect \nLinks to register for the last paddle in this  series
URL:https://riwps.org/event/summer-flowers-on-the-wood-river-08-21/
LOCATION:Hope Valley\, RI
CATEGORIES:Programs
GEO:41.5075996;-71.7161784
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T193000
DTSTAMP:20260726T164024Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Flowers on the Wood River\, Hope Valley (08/20)
DESCRIPTION:All 4 session of Summer Flowers on the Wood River are at capacity. \nSummer Evening Kayak: A Delightful Way to Experience Wetland Flowers\nWhen\n• Thursday\, July 23\, 2026 from 5 pm to 7:30 pm\n• Friday\, July 24\, 2026 from 5 pm to 7:30 pm\nRain date Saturday\, July 25\, 2026 from 5 pm to 7:30 pm \n• Thursday\, August 20\, 2026 from 5 pm to 7:30 pm\n• Friday\, August 21\, 2026 from 5 pm to 7:30 pm\nRain date Saturday\, August 22\, 2026 from 5 pm to 7:30 pm \nWhere\nWPWA\, 203 Arcadia Road\, Hope Valley\, RI 02832 (Google Directions)\, (Written Directions ) \nJoin the Wood-Pawcatuck Wild and Scenic Rivers Stewardship Council\, the Rhode Island Wild Plant Society\, and the Wood-Pawcatuck Watershed Association for a series of summer evening paddles on the Wood River to discover aquatic flowers.  Besides plant identification we will also learn about the ecology of the Wood River and why it has been designated as a National Wild and Scenic River. \nIn July we usually see native rhododendrons\, sweet pepperbush\, pickerel weed\, and several types of floating water lilies. With any luck there will still be swamp rose and swamp azaleas still blooming.  In August we should be treated to Joe-pye weed\, boneset\, monkey flowers\, bur marigolds and the spectacular cardinal flowers. \nThese paddles will be led by naturalist Denise Poyer\, former Program Director for WPWA and currently a member the Wild and Scenic Rivers Council and RIWPS.  The Wild and Scenic Rivers Council is subsidizing some of the cost of these paddles to help make them more available to the community. \n• Limit to 15 participants per paddle. The paddles are appropriate for beginner kayakers\, 10 and over. \n• Fee: $30 per person\, includes individual kayaks\, paddles\, life jackets\, and paddle guides. Fee is due at time of registration. Fee  is non-refundable. No discount for bringing your own kayak and no refunds for no shows.   \n• Participants will be asked to sign a standard liability waiver at the event prior to participation. Participants under 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign on their behalf. \n• General Guidelines for WPWA kayaking programs: What to Wear. What to Bring\, What to Expect \nLinks to register for this August 20 paddle or the other upcoming paddle in this series.
URL:https://riwps.org/event/summer-flowers-on-the-wood-river-08-20/
LOCATION:Hope Valley\, RI
CATEGORIES:Programs
GEO:41.5075996;-71.7161784
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T143000
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SUMMARY:Beechwood Lecture: Below and Above Collective - Creating Natural Floating Wetlands
DESCRIPTION:Below and Above\, A Floating Wetland Supports Life\nWednesday August  19\, 2026 | 1:30- 2:30 PM \nphoto – Below and Above Collective Website \nBeechwood Center | 44 Beach Street  | North Kingstown\, RI 02852 \n\nBelow and Above Collective is a collaboration of artists\, designers and a botanist creating natural floating wetlands. They engage communities with biodiversity and natural processes through art with ecological functionality and structures that participate in the web of life. \nCome learn about this collaboration and their projects including Below and Above\, A Floating Wetland Supports Life.  Botanist\, Hope Leeson\, will describe the steps the designers\, artists and a botanist took to imagine and realize aesthetically pleasing floating wetlands made primarily with natural material\, as an alternative to petroleum-based materials. Through photos and videos\, the audience will see examples of how a floating wetland can create a microhabitat for multiple aquatic and water dependent life forms and introduce the relationship of floating wetlands and the absorption of excess phosphorus. \nThe project Below and Above\, A Floating Wetland Supports Life included Hope\, who served as botanist\, Holly Ewald\, visual and community artist and founder of Urban Pond Procession Arts\, Alexandra Ionescu\, ecological artist and biomimicry practitioner\, and Matthew P. Muller and August Lehrecke\, co-founders of Pneuhaus\, an inflatable architecture studio. \nHope is a field botanist with 30 years of experience investigating wild plant communities throughout the northeast and desert southwest of North America.  Hope’s work includes teaching science of  botany and plant ecology at the Rhode Island School of Design\, documenting Rhode Island’s rare plant populations\, native plant communities\, invasive species\, and performing wetland assessments for environmental organizations\, engineering firms\, and government agencies. As botanist at the Rhode Island Natural History Survey\, she established the Rhody Native initiative to sustainably collect wild seed for native plant propagation. \nThis lecture series is offered by Beechwood Life Center. URI Master Gardeners and RIWPS volunteers work in collaboration at their Jules A. Cohen native plant garden and on this lecture series. Please do take a few minutes to enjoy the garden when you come. \nThe program is free and open to the public. Registration required as space is limited. \nTo Register: Contact the Volunteer/Program Coordinator at The Beechwood Center for Life Enrichment –  401-268-1594 or malyward@northkingstownri.gov \nPlease note: \n\n\n\nRegistration is for this program only and not for future programs listed below.\nAlthough the Beechwood Garden programs are offered to members and the public\, if you have not attended past lectures and/or registered your contact information with the Beechwood Center in the last three (3) years\, you may need to provide an updated information form.  The form will be provided by Beechwood Staff at the time of the lecture. Completion of this form is required for participation in all Beechwood Programs.\nMaster Gardeners receive education credit for attending.\n\n\n\n\nOther programs scheduled for 2026  \n• October 21 2026:  Evolution of the American  Urban Forest\, Chris Fletcher\, Certified Arborist \nWe hope you can join us! \n 
URL:https://riwps.org/event/beechwood-lecture-creating-natural-floating-wetlands/
LOCATION:Beechwood Center\, 44 Beach Street\, North Kingstown\, RI\, 02852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beechwood Lecture Series,General Event,Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T120000
DTSTAMP:20260725T235948Z
CREATED:20260629T032834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260725T235948Z
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SUMMARY:First Thursday Botanizing Walk: Touisset Wildlife Refuge (Warren)
DESCRIPTION:This event is currently full.\nJoin Audubon’s Director of Properties\, Laura Carberry from 10 am to 12 pm on August 6 for a walk at Touisset Wildlife Refuge in Warren. Come explore several different habitats including forest\, fields and saltwater marshlands observing birds\, plants\, and butterflies. Who knows what we will discover! \nThis hike is approximately 1.5 miles in primary grassy trails. Please bring your binoculars\, sunscreen and bug spray. \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 \n 
URL:https://riwps.org/event/first-thursday-botanizing-walk-touisset-wildlife-refuge-warren/
LOCATION:Warren\, RI
CATEGORIES:Botanizing Walk Series,General Event,Programs,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T120000
DTSTAMP:20260824T191517Z
CREATED:20260629T030556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T191517Z
UID:10000866-1785578400-1785585600@riwps.org
SUMMARY:Fire\, Forests\, and Native Plants: A Walk Through Ecological Recovery (Coventry)
DESCRIPTION:pitcher plant \nAugust 1\, 2026 \n10 am to noon \nNicholas Farm | Coventy RI \nJoin URI Professor Emeritus Brian Maynard for an exploration of Nicholas Farm forest restoration efforts. DEM burned 20 acres of Nicholas Farm more than a decade ago and cleared another 20 acres a few years later. We will walk a road between the two and be able to contrast the effects of each on recovery and species diversity. We should also encounter pitcher plant\, climbing fern and one-cone club moss. Moderate difficulty and off trail at times so wear prepare for ticks. \nThis walk is free and open to the public. \nDonations help support our walks and programs.   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. \nMore specifics about the location provided upon registration. \n 
URL:https://riwps.org/event/fire-forests-and-native-plants-a-walk-through-ecological-recovery/
LOCATION:Coventry\, RI
CATEGORIES:General Event,Programs,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T120000
DTSTAMP:20260726T000045Z
CREATED:20260620T213741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260726T000045Z
UID:10000865-1785060000-1785067200@riwps.org
SUMMARY:Native Grasslands Walk: Avondale Farm Preserve (Westerly)
DESCRIPTION:This program is currently full.\nExplore Different Coastal Habitats\n \n  \nJuly 26\, 2026 | 10:00  am to 12:00 pm \nAvondale Farm Preserve | Westerly\, RI \nMarc Doherty\, Westerly Land Trust’s (WLT) Land Stewardship Manager\, leads a slow walk around the coastal grasslands\, shrublands and salt marsh at WLT’s founding property\, Avondale Farm Preserve. \nAvondale Farm is a mixed-use site\, where restored native grassland sits alongside a certified-organic hayfield. The walk will begin around the grassland areas\, work its way through some shrubland and finish in the saltmarsh at the top of Colonel Willie Cove. \nMarc will share plant identification\, some of their uses/ecological roles as well as discuss how WLT manages these ecosystems\, including their goals\, success and challenges. \nThis walk is free and open to the public. \nDonations help support our walks and programs.   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. \nMore specifics about the location provided upon registration. \n 
URL:https://riwps.org/event/native-grasslands-walk-avondale-farm-preserve-westerly/
LOCATION:Westerly\, RI
CATEGORIES:General Event,Programs,Walks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T120000
DTSTAMP:20260722T152044Z
CREATED:20260620T211248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T152044Z
UID:10000864-1784973600-1784980800@riwps.org
SUMMARY:Basic Botanical Identifying Techniques Used in the Field -- Ferns (Exeter)
DESCRIPTION:This program is currently full. \nHone Your  Observation Skills &\nImprove Your Ability to Identify Ferns\n \n  \nOn July 25 \, 2026\, from 10:00  am to 12:00 pm\, Nathan Lambstrom will lead a walk down the Ben Utter Trail in Arcadia\, Exeter\, RI.  The focus is on taking the guesswork out of fern identification for the nature lover with no formal botanical training. Nathan will have some copies of Northeast Ferns that will walk us through a simple but precise logical key system. Bring your own copy if you have one. \nNathan Lambstrom is a lecturer in the College of Environment and Life Sciences (CELS) at URI. A garden ecologist\, Nathan also runs his own business designing and planting gardens that support wildlife\, conserve water\, and enrich home environments. Nathan holds a MS in plant biology and conservation from Northwestern University. \nWe will walk for approximately 3 miles on an easy to moderate trail. \nThis walk is free and open to the public. \nDonations help support our walks and programs.   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. \nMore specifics about the location provided upon registration. \n 
URL:https://riwps.org/event/basic-botanical-identifying-techniques-used-in-the-field-ferns-exeter/
LOCATION:Exeter\, RI
CATEGORIES:General Event,Programs,Walks
GEO:41.5750676;-71.5351476
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T193000
DTSTAMP:20260722T151958Z
CREATED:20260520T173347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T151958Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Flowers on the Wood River\, Hope Valley (07/24)
DESCRIPTION:Both July sessions and the August 20 session are currently full. \nSummer Evening Kayak: A Delightful Way to Experience Wetland Flowers\nWhen\n• Thursday\, July 23\, 2026 from 5 pm to 7:30 pm\n• Friday\, July 24\, 2026 from 5 pm to 7:30 pm\nRain date Saturday\, July 25\, 2026 from 5 pm to 7:30 pm \n• Thursday\, August 20\, 2026 from 5 pm to 7:30 pm\n• Friday\, August 21\, 2026 from 5 pm to 7:30 pm\nRain date Saturday\, August 22\, 2026 from 5 pm to 7:30 pm \nWhere\nWPWA\, 203 Arcadia Road\, Hope Valley\, RI 02832 (Google Directions)\, (Written Directions ) \nJoin the Wood-Pawcatuck Wild and Scenic Rivers Stewardship Council\, the Rhode Island Wild Plant Society\, and the Wood-Pawcatuck Watershed Association for a series of summer evening paddles on the Wood River to discover aquatic flowers.  Besides plant identification we will also learn about the ecology of the Wood River and why it has been designated as a National Wild and Scenic River. \nIn July we usually see native rhododendrons\, sweet pepperbush\, pickerel weed\, and several types of floating water lilies. With any luck there will still be swamp rose and swamp azaleas still blooming.  In August we should be treated to Joe-pye weed\, boneset\, monkey flowers\, bur marigolds and the spectacular cardinal flowers. \nThese paddles will be led by naturalist Denise Poyer\, former Program Director for WPWA and currently a member the Wild and Scenic Rivers Council and RIWPS.  The Wild and Scenic Rivers Council is subsidizing some of the cost of these paddles to help make them more available to the community. \n• Limit to 15 participants per paddle. The paddles are appropriate for beginner kayakers\, 10 and over. \n• Fee: $30 per person\, includes individual kayaks\, paddles\, life jackets\, and paddle guides. Fee is due at time of registration. Fee  is non-refundable. No discount for bringing your own kayak and no refunds for no shows.   \n• Participants will be asked to sign a standard liability waiver at the event prior to participation. Participants under 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign on their behalf. \n• General Guidelines for WPWA kayaking programs: What to Wear. What to Bring\, What to Expect \nLinks to register for this July 24 paddle or any of the other upcoming paddles in this series. \n\n \n 
URL:https://riwps.org/event/summer-flowers-on-the-wood-river-july-24/
LOCATION:Hope Valley\, RI
CATEGORIES:Programs
GEO:41.5075996;-71.7161784
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T193000
DTSTAMP:20260722T151840Z
CREATED:20260520T174111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T151840Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Flowers on the Wood River\, Hope Valley  (07/23)
DESCRIPTION:The July 23\, July 24  and August 20 sessions are currently full.  \nSummer Evening Kayak: A Delightful Way to Experience Wetland Flowers\nWhen\n• Thursday\, July 23\, 2026 from 5 pm to 7:30 pm\n• Friday\, July 24\, 2026 from 5 pm to 7:30 pm\nRain date Saturday\, July 25\, 2026 from 5 pm to 7:30 pm \n• Thursday\, August 20\, 2026 from 5 pm to 7:30 pm\n• Friday\, August 21\, 2026 from 5 pm to 7:30 pm\nRain date Saturday\, August 22\, 2026 from 5 pm to 7:30 pm \nWhere\nWPWA\, 203 Arcadia Road\, Hope Valley\, RI 02832 (Google Directions)\, (Written Directions ) \nJoin the Wood-Pawcatuck Wild and Scenic Rivers Stewardship Council\, the Rhode Island Wild Plant Society\, and the Wood-Pawcatuck Watershed Association for a series of summer evening paddles on the Wood River to discover aquatic flowers.  Besides plant identification we will also learn about the ecology of the Wood River and why it has been designated as a National Wild and Scenic River. \nIn July we usually see native rhododendrons\, sweet pepperbush\, pickerel weed\, and several types of floating water lilies. With any luck there will still be swamp rose and swamp azaleas still blooming.  In August we should be treated to Joe-pye weed\, boneset\, monkey flowers\, bur marigolds and the spectacular cardinal flowers. \nThese paddles will be led by naturalist Denise Poyer\, former Program Director for WPWA and currently a member the Wild and Scenic Rivers Council and RIWPS.  The Wild and Scenic Rivers Council is subsidizing some of the cost of these paddles to help make them more available to the community. \n• Limit to 15 participants per paddle. The paddles are appropriate for beginner kayakers\, 10 and over. \n• Fee: $30 per person\, includes individual kayaks\, paddles\, life jackets\, and paddle guides. Fee is due at time of registration. Fee  is non-refundable. No discount for bringing your own kayak and no refunds for no shows.   \n• Participants will be asked to sign a standard liability waiver at the event prior to participation. Participants under 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign on their behalf. \n• General Guidelines for WPWA kayaking programs: What to Wear. What to Bring\, What to Expect \nLinks to register for this July 23 paddle or any of the other upcoming paddles in this series. \n\n \n 
URL:https://riwps.org/event/summer-flowers-on-the-wood-river-07-23/
LOCATION:Hope Valley\, RI
CATEGORIES:Programs
GEO:41.5075996;-71.7161784
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T120000
DTSTAMP:20260717T155353Z
CREATED:20260624T031716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T155353Z
UID:10000863-1784368800-1784376000@riwps.org
SUMMARY:Tour: Seed Starters East  (Portsmouth)
DESCRIPTION:This event is now closed. \nNative Plant\, Pollinators & Seeds – Learn how Rhode Island Wild Plant Society Grows Native Plants   \nCome join us on July 18 from 10 am to noon\, for a tour of the new home of Seed Starters East at Portsmouth Ag Innovation in Portsmouth. \nSee the new RIWPS hoop house and learn about how we grow plants for the RIWPS sales.  Enjoy hands-on demonstrations about seed cleaning and potting up seedlings. \nAnd there is more! Visit an adjacent pollinator habitat and hear from bee expert Casey Johnson who has studied this meadow for a number of years.  See a newly installed ReSeeding Rhode Island foundation plot and hear about this native seed increase program. Learn about this Eastern Rhode Island Conservation District (ERICD) property and the school and community programs that happen here. \n\nWe are so happy to open our new home for you to experience! \n\n\nCancellations     \nShould you need to cancel\, contact communications@riwps.org  \nIf the weather requires cancellation\, we’ll email you—typically deciding the day before. \nSpace is limited. Registration is required.  If the event is full contact communications@riwps.org   to be placed on a waitlist. \nDirection on how to find us will be sent to those who register. \nSubmit a separate registration for each person. \nRegistration is now closed. \n  \n 
URL:https://riwps.org/event/tour-seed-starters-east-greenhouse-portsmouth/
LOCATION:Portsmouth\, RI
CATEGORIES:General Event,Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T120000
DTSTAMP:20260627T033955Z
CREATED:20260525T204913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260627T033955Z
UID:10000862-1783591200-1783598400@riwps.org
SUMMARY:First Thursday Botanizing Walk: Carter Preserve\, Charlestown
DESCRIPTION:THIS PROGRAM IS FULL. REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. \nOn July 9\, 2026 from 10 am – 12 pm join us  in Charlestown RI  at the Carter Preserve\, the second-largest preserve of The Nature Conservancy in Rhode Island. \nWith Brian Maynard\, retired professor from the Department of Plant Sciences & Entomology at the University of Rhode Island\, we will explore of a variety of dry habitats and view forest recovery from the 2017 spongy moth infestation.  The terrain is moderate to difficult. \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-carter-preserve/
LOCATION:Charlestown\, RI
CATEGORIES:Botanizing Walk Series,General Event,Programs,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T120000
DTSTAMP:20260529T023211Z
CREATED:20260425T211106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T023211Z
UID:10000855-1780740000-1780747200@riwps.org
SUMMARY:First Thursday Botanizing Walk: Caratunk Wildlife Refuge\, Seekonk MA (note: Walk has been moved to the first Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Registration is closed for this walk. \nTrillium cernuum (Nodding Trillium)\, \nOn Saturday June 6\, 2026 from 10 am – 12 pm join Joe Kroger at Caratunk Wildlife Refuge in Seekonk\, MA.  Joe Kroger\, Audubon Society of Rhode Island’s naturalist of the year in 2024\, has 40 years of experience at Caratunk Wildlife Refuge.  We will look  for some plants of concern\, notably nodding trillium\, begonias\, and baneberry\, in addition to the usual suspects. \nJoe also leads the bird program at Caratunk as well\, so he can lead us along the blue bird trail too. With nearly 200 acres of fields\, forests\, streams\, and ponds\, Caratunk offers miles of well-marked\, easy to moderate trails\, making it one of Audubon’s most popular properties. \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\, briers\, tree root etc. Bring a sufficient supply of water and nourishment for your needs. \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. \nMore details about the location of the walk provided upon registration. \n \n 
URL:https://riwps.org/event/first-thursday-botanizing-walk-caratunk-wildlife-refuge-asri/
LOCATION:Seekonk\, MA
CATEGORIES:Botanizing Walk Series,General Event,Programs,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T120000
DTSTAMP:20260529T155128Z
CREATED:20260416T202855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T155128Z
UID:10000852-1780131600-1780142400@riwps.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Plant Identification in the Classroom (Cancelled)
DESCRIPTION:Hone your botanical observation skills and learn to identify plants! \n Join botanist Elizabeth Dickson for a workshop on how to key wildflowers using Newcomb’s Wildflower Guide and GoBotany. Bring a copy of Newcomb’s Wildflower Guide\, a hand lens\, and your cell phone\, tablet or laptop. We will key out as many wildflowers as we can\, and learn about the Mystery Plant challenge on the RIWPS’ companion website\, Among-RI-Wildflowers. \n The workshop will be on May 30\, 2026 from 9 am-12 pm\, URI Greenhouse\, 6 Greenhouse Rd.\, Kingston\, RI. Free parking is available in the Fine Arts Lot off of Flagg Road. A visitors pass is not required for parking in this area.  (link to Campus Map)  \nLimited space.  Registration Required. Fee: $20.00 for RIWPS members; $30.00 for non members. \nYou may register one Member and one Non-member per form. To register additional people\, please submit another registration form. \nShould you need to cancel\, contact communications@riwps.org \n\n \n 
URL:https://riwps.org/event/workshop_plant_id_2026/
LOCATION:URI\, Kingston\, RI
CATEGORIES:General Event,Programs,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T183438Z
CREATED:20260416T211533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260426T183438Z
UID:10000853-1778925600-1778932800@riwps.org
SUMMARY:Edible Treasures: Trott-Perry Land Preserve Spring 2026
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the Beauty of Spring — Discover the Edible Treasures Growing Right at Our Feet \nJoin a beginner-friendly\, educational plant walk led by Keri Brule at Trott-Perry Land Preserve in Scituate\, Rhode Island on May 16\, 2026 from 10 am to 12 pm. This easy\, accessible walk will take place mostly along an open field\, making it perfect for all experience levels. We’ll focus on identifying early emerging and spring edible plants\, exploring their habitats\, uses\, and sustainable foraging practices. \nNo experience is required—just bring your curiosity and a love for nature!  \nGeneral walk guidelines \nWear clothing and sturdy footwear appropriate for the weather conditions and for protection against sun exposure\, ticks and other insects\, briers\, tree root etc. Bring a sufficient supply of water and nourishment for your needs. \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 \nThis walk is free and open to the public.  Donations to help support our walks are appreciated.  DONATE NOW \nSpace is limited to ensure everyone can observe plants and join the discussion. \nNote: Only one person can register at a time. To register a second person\, just repeat the process. \nMore specific location of the to the walk is provided upon registration. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://riwps.org/event/edible-treasures-trott-perry-land-preserve-spring-2026/
LOCATION:Scituate RI
CATEGORIES:General Event,Programs,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T120000
DTSTAMP:20260329T142858Z
CREATED:20260323T171217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T142858Z
UID:10000851-1778148000-1778155200@riwps.org
SUMMARY:First Thursday Botanizing Walk: Ben Utter Trail (Exeter)
DESCRIPTION:Spring Emphemerals Welcome You to Botanize\nTrillium cernuum (Nodding Trillium)\, Arcadia Management Area\, Exeter\, RI \nMay 7\, 2026 | 10 am – 12 pm \nAcadia Management Area | Exeter\, RI \nOn this walk with biologist Denise Poyer\, we will discover early spring flowers deep in the Arcadia Management Area. \nWe will first walk south on Sand Trail to look for Indian cucumber root (Medeola virginiana)\, dolls-eyes (Actaea pachypoda)\, sharp-lobed hepatica (Anemone acutiloba) and many other ephemeral flowers. This trail features a wonderful patch of nodding trillium (Trillium cernuum)\, one of the few trillium species found in RI. \nWe will then turn back north on the Ben Utter Trail to search for downy rattlesnake-plantain (Goodyera pubescens)\, as well as more wetland species\, including early violets. Plan for a mile or so of walking on wooded trails. \nThis walk is free 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\, briers\, tree root etc. Bring a sufficient supply of water and nourishment for your needs. \nDogs are not permitted. \nCancellations \nShould you need to cancel\, contact communications@riwps.org  \nWe 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. \nRegistration is required \nThe number of participants is limited to maximize the ability for everyone to observe the plants and participate in the conversation.   \nNote: Only one person can register at a time. To register a second person\, just repeat the process. \nMore specific location of the walk is provided upon registration. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://riwps.org/event/first-thursday-botanizing-walk-ben-utter-trail-2026ben-utter-trail-exeter/
LOCATION:Exeter\, RI
CATEGORIES:Botanizing Walk Series,General Event,Programs,Walks
GEO:41.5750676;-71.5351476
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T150000
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SUMMARY:Basic Botanical Identifying Techniques Used in the Field -- Wildflowers (Charlestown)
DESCRIPTION:Hone your observation skills and improve your ability to identify wildflowers\nBloodroot- photo\, Kathy Barton \nOn May 3\, 2026\, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm\, Nathan Lambstrom will lead a walk through the Nature Conservancy’s Francis C. Carter Preserve\, focusing on taking the guesswork out of wildflower identification for the nature lover with no formal botanical training. \nNathan will have some copies of Newcomb’s Wildflower Guide that will walk us through a simple but precise logical key system. Bring your own copy if you have one. Nathan Lambstrom is a lecturer in the College of Environment and Life Sciences (CELS) at URI. A garden ecologist\, Nathan also runs his own business designing and planting gardens that support wildlife\, conserve water\, and enrich home environments. Nathan holds a MS in plant biology and conservation from Northwestern University. \nWe will walk for approximately 3 miles on an easy to moderate trail. \nThis walk is free and open to the public. \nDonations help support our walks and programs.   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\, briers\, tree root etc. Bring a sufficient supply of water and nourishment for your needs. \nDogs are not permitted. \nCancellations \nShould you need to cancel\, contact  communications@riwps.org  \nWe 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. \nRegistration is required \nThe number of participants is limited to maximize the ability for everyone to observe the plants and participate in the conversation.   \nNote: Only one person can register at a time. To register a second person\, just repeat the process. \nMore specifics about the location provided upon registration. \n 
URL:https://riwps.org/event/basic-botanical-identifying-techniques-used-in-the-field-wildflowers/
LOCATION:Charlestown\, RI
CATEGORIES:General Event,Programs,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T193000
DTSTAMP:20260323T223215Z
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SUMMARY:Pollinator Night at the Glass Station (South Kingstown)
DESCRIPTION:Local Bees: Pollinating Native Plants and Agricultural Crops\nLimited free spaces available\, RSVP required. RSVP is through the Glass Station.  CLICK HERE\nJoin the URI Bee Lab\, Rhode Island Wild Plant Society\, and The Glass Station for an engaging look at our local bees and the vital role they play in pollinating native plants and crops. We’ll also share insights from recent work supported by the Glass Bee Fellowship*. Research Fellows at the Bee Lab Rachel Fiona and Fiona Dell’Antonio\, and Professor of Entomology and head of URI’s Bee Lab will share their research findings. \nRepresentatives from the Rhode Island Wild Plant Society will questions about pollinators\, native plant species\, and ways you can support local biodiversity. RIWPS will also offer ecotypic seeds from some of the species in their own ReSeeding RI initiative along with seeds from other ecotypic 59  species.  Plant these seeds to preserve the genetics of our local native plant populations and increase biodiversity across RI and the region. \n*The Glass Bee Fellowship is a summer research fellowship funded by sales of artist Jennifer Nauck’s glass bees\, and made available annually through the Coastal and Environmental Fellows Program for an undergraduate at the University of Rhode Island. \nCome with your questions! \nLimited free spaces available\, RSVP required. RSVP is through the Glass Station.  CLICK HERE
URL:https://riwps.org/event/pollinator-night-2/
LOCATION:South Kingstown\, RI
CATEGORIES:General Event,Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T143000
DTSTAMP:20260330T030838Z
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SUMMARY:Beechwood Lecture: Pollinating the Planet on an Individual Basis
DESCRIPTION:Bottle gentian with bumblebee \nPollinating the Planet on an Individual Basis\nWednesday April 15\, 2026 | 1:30- 2:30 PM \nBeechwood Center | 44 Beach Street  | North Kingstown\, RI 02852 \n\n\nSteve Burke\, president of the Rhode Island Beekeepers Association\, has been a beekeeper for over 30 years. He teaches the Association’s yearly training program for beekeepers and frequently makes presentations which include: Inviting Bees into your Garden\, Pollination\, and The Life of the Bee. \nThis lecture series is offered by Beechwood Life Center. URI Master Gardeners and RIWPS volunteers work in collaboration at their Jules A. Cohen native plant garden and on this lecture series. \nHow honeybees\, native to Europe\, Africa and Asia\, fit into the complex web of relationships that sustain our local plants and insects is an important question to consider. \nThe program is free and open to the public. Registration required as space is limited. \nTo Register: Contact the Volunteer/Program Coordinator at The Beechwood Center for Life Enrichment –  401-268-1594 or malyward@northkingstownri.gov \nPlease note: \n\n\n\nRegistration is for this program only and not for future programs listed below.\nAlthough the Beechwood Garden programs are offered to members and the public\, if you have not attended past lectures and/or registered your contact information with the Beechwood Center in the last three (3) years\, you may need to provide an updated information form.  The form will be provided by Beechwood Staff at the time of the lecture. Completion of this form is required for participation in all Beechwood Programs.\nMaster Gardeners receive education credit for attending.\n\n\n\n  \n\nOther programs scheduled for 2026  \n• August 19\, 2026 Hope Leeson. Field Botanists and Lecturer RISD \nBelow and Above Collective (Collaboration of Artists and Botanists). Floating Wetlands: Rebalancing Life in Freshwater Aquatic Communities \n• October 21 2026: Chris Fletcher\, Certified Arborist \n Evolution of the American  Urban Forest \nWe hope you can join us! \n 
URL:https://riwps.org/event/beechwood-lecture-pollinating-the-planet/
LOCATION:Beechwood Center\, 44 Beach Street\, North Kingstown\, RI\, 02852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beechwood Lecture Series,General Event,Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T173000
DTSTAMP:20260328T213935Z
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SUMMARY:Using Native Plants to Make Your Yard a Bird Sanctuary (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Using Native Plants to Make Your Yard a Bird Sanctuary (Webinar)\nhummingbird on wild bergamot (Monada fistulosa)\, photo Carmen Rugel \nApril 12\, 2026 | 4 – 5 :30 pm | online \nRegister Below \nTurn yards of any size into truly bird-friendly habitats.\nHow can we best feed birds in our yards? The accepted wisdom of many feeders brimming with commercially-grown seeds is increasingly seen as one of the lowest priorities for helping both nesting and migrating birds. \nAre we only supporting invasive birds? The answer lies in designing and planting a wide array of native trees\, shrubs\, and perennials to host the most diverse array of native insects\, while avoiding the temptation to plant non-native and potentially invasive plants sometimes sold as “bird-friendly.” We’ll talk about turning yards of any size into truly bird-friendly habitats. \nJohn Barber\, a resident of Cleveland Heights in Ohio\, brings home his experience of the importance of bird habitat to all forms of life on earth. For example\, as co-chair of Friends of Lower Lake park he has worked with volunteers weekly on Sunday mornings since 2018 to remove invasive species and replace them with native ones. A licensed bird bander\, he has had the excitement of banding 65 bird species in his own biodiverse back yard. \nJohn has been a citizen scientist for over fifty years\, active in green space preservation; the recovery of Peregrine Falcon populations; the continuing recovery of Eastern Bluebirds; and monitoring wildlife populations in suburban parklands. Now retired after 35 years in the business world\, he is passionately engaged in restoring and maintaining biodiversity. \nHandout for webinar
URL:https://riwps.org/event/using-native-plants-to-make-your-yard-a-bird-sanctuary-webinar/
LOCATION:Online -Zoom
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar,Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T120000
DTSTAMP:20260301T203608Z
CREATED:20260201T130353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T203608Z
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SUMMARY:First Thursday Botanizing Walk: Snake Den Farm (Johnston)
DESCRIPTION:Our first First Thursday walk of the season is April 2\, 2026\, from 10 am to noon. We will explore the Snake Den Farm parcel of Snake Den State Park with Chris Modisette\, a retired forester with more than 40 years of service with the National Resources Conservation Service. \nManaged by the Northern Rhode Island Conservation District\, Snake Den parcel reflects a historical progression from woodlot and pasture\, reversion to forest and most recently\, experimental fields to promote sustainable agriculture. The major tree species in the area are white pine\, yellow and black birch\, white and red oak\, red maple and big tooth aspen. \nWe will be hiking slightly over a mile on a relatively easy trail\, ending at agricultural fields edged by many species of non-native invasive plants. \nThis walk is free 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\, briers\, tree root etc. Bring a sufficient supply of water and nourishment for your needs. \nDogs are not permitted. \nCancellations \nShould you need to cancel\, contact communications@riwps.org  \nWe 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. \nRegistration is required \nThe number of participants is limited to maximize the ability for everyone to observe the plants and participate in the conversation.   \nNote: Only one person can register at a time. To register a second person\, just repeat the process. \nMore specific location of the walk is provided upon registration. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://riwps.org/event/first-thursday-botanizing-walk-snake-den-farm/
LOCATION:Johnston\, RI
CATEGORIES:Botanizing Walk Series,General Event,Programs,Walks
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