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SUMMARY:First Thursday Botanizing Walk: Neutaconkanut Hill Park
DESCRIPTION:On October 2\, 2025  from 10 am to noon\, join Joe Jamroz\, environmental enthusiast and advisory board member for the Neutaconkanut Hill Conservancy. We will  explore parts of this conserved property and enjoy spectacular views of Providence. Rising nearly 300 feet above Narragansett Bay\, the park is situated in the heart of the most densely populated area of Providence. The park’s 88 acres of oak/hickory forest include a well-maintained trail system\, brooks\, ravines\, meadows\, glacial boulders. \nThis walk is free and open to the public.  Donations 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 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.   \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-aneutaconkanut-hill-providencevondale-farm-preserve-2/
LOCATION:Providence\, RI
CATEGORIES:Botanizing Walk Series,General Event,Programs,Walks
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SUMMARY:Identifying Common Invasive Plants Walk - Narragansett
DESCRIPTION:Asian Bittersweet\, photo from Invasive Plants: The Threat They Pose  \nOn 26 October 2025 from 1:00 to 3 pm\, Tom 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 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. Appropriate footwear should be worn. \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 \n 
URL:https://riwps.org/event/identifying-common-invasive-plants-walk-narragansett-2025/
LOCATION:Narragansett\, RI
CATEGORIES:General Event,Programs,Walks
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