The Rhode Island Plant Insect Community Network will host a one-day conference bringing together a range of local organizations working on insect-related issues in the state. The keynote presenter for the conference will be Avalon Owens, a research fellow at the Rowland Institute at Harvard University, who will discuss "Floodlights and Fireflies: Environmental Sustainability Starts […]
Join ecoRI News for a duckpin bowling fundraiser at Dudek Lanes for a fun, low-key community night in support of independent environmental journalism in Rhode Island.
New and experienced bird watchers ages 10 and up are invited to join the Watch Hill Conservancy to explore the variety of bird species in the Napatree Point Conservation Area, recognized as a "Globally Important Bird Area" by the National Audubon Society, for a 2-mile walk. A limited number of binoculars will be available for […]
Explore Hicks Farm in northern Tiverton, R.I., for which the Tiverton Land Trust and the town are raising funds to preserve 48.8 acres of field, forest, and shore, all for public access. The walk is free, but registration is required for communication about parking details and weather cancellations. Dress for the weather, wear comfortable shoes […]
The Westerly Land Trust is joining WildRoots for Wednesday Wonder Walks, a guided family hiking series curated to spark curiosity and nurture a lifelong love of nature. Each session invites children and their families to slow down, look closely, and discover the magic of the natural world together. Every month features a new theme and […]
Rhode Island loses farmland, forests, and open space every single year, and it doesn't come back. But those who own land in Bristol or Newport County have the power to change that. R.I.'s Farm, Forest & Open Space Program could significantly reduce property taxes and protect land for future generations. Many landowners qualify and don't […]
A gas pipeline expansion is being proposed in Tiverton and Little Compton — what does that mean for the people who live here? Join Climate Action Rhode Island us for an educational presentation on what it’s like to live near gas infrastructure and the impact that has on health, safety, property values, local costs, and […]
Join the Newport Tree Conservancy for an informative deep dive into the wide world of conifers, both beautiful and essential components of gardens and wild habitats. These ancient plants offer year-round interest in landscapes, provide privacy and protection from the outside world, and their incompreheingsible diversity is a collector’s dream. This free virtual lecture will […]
Join RIEEA for the 2026 Annual Summit: Education Through Cultivation, a morning of learning and connection focused on the intersection of education, agriculture, and land stewardship. Keynote speaker Sienna Viette, an agricultural educator and farmer at Open fArms Retreat, will share practical strategies from her work on Farm to School initiatives across Rhode Island. The […]
Winter is far from lifeless. Join Kinney Azalea Gardens for a guided walk through the woods and uncover the hidden signs of life, survival, and beauty in the winter landscape.
Experience a rejuvenating day of wellness at Kinney Azalea Gardens, featuring a winter hike, fireside, warm tea, and an optional cold plunge or sauna session.
The Rhode Old Growth Tree Society is having a public meeting about protecting the state's public forests and old-growth trees.
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