Natural History Walk

Napatree Point Conservation Area Fort Road, Westerly, RI, United States

Join our Naturalists for a themed walk (plants, birds, marine life) based on participants and enjoy this excellent opportunity to learn about the natural history of Napatree Conservation Area. Open to all ages This program is designed to last 90 minutes so participants can utilize the free parking along Bay Street. Light rain will not cancel these events, but a downpour will. Program cancellations will be communicated via email, This is a FREE program offered by The Watch Hill Conservancy

Free

RI Audubon Society Horseshoe Crab Expedition – June 24

Napatree Point Conservation Area Fort Road, Westerly, RI, United States

Ages 10+ (Registration required) Join Audubon and The Watch Hill Conservancy for a unique experience to learn about the fascinating anatomy and life history of horseshoe crabs and their important role in coastal ecosystems. Start with a short introduction and then walk along the beach in search of these captivating critters and the shorebirds that feast on their eggs!

Free

Napatree Investigators Program – Tuesday, July 8

Napatree Point Conservation Area Fort Road, Westerly, RI, United States

Registration opens June 2025. Please email Napatree@thewathchillconservancy to be notified when registration begins. Program is held every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from July 8th to August 14th Ages 7-13 (Registration required) Foster your child’s curiosity for the flora and fauna of the various habitats and ecosystems of the beautiful beach environment of Napatree Point, a premier RI coastal Conservation Area. With a different environmental theme each week, participating Investigators will spend the morning on the beach with Watch Hill Conservancy Naturalists as they learn and explore. Each child will take home a custom t-shirt as a souvenir of this special opportunity to be up close and personal with nature and the beautiful shoreline. Additional Event Dates: Week 1 – Seining – July 8, 9, and 10 Week 2 – Tidal Pools – July 15, 16, and 17 Week 3 – Crabbing – July 22, 23, and 24 Week 4 – Clamming – July 29, 30, and 31 Week 5 – Lagoon Exploration – August 5, 6, and 7 Week 6th – Beach Combing – August 12, 13, and 14  

Free

Napatree Investigators Program – Wednesday, July 9

Napatree Point Conservation Area Fort Road, Westerly, RI, United States

Registration opens June 2025. Please email Napatree@thewathchillconservancy to be notified when registration begins. Program is held every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from July 8th to August 14th Ages 7-13 (Registration required) Foster your child’s curiosity for the flora and fauna of the various habitats and ecosystems of the beautiful beach environment of Napatree Point, a premier RI coastal Conservation Area. With a different environmental theme each week, participating Investigators will spend the morning on the beach with Watch Hill Conservancy Naturalists as they learn and explore. Each child will take home a custom t-shirt as a souvenir of this special opportunity to be up close and personal with nature and the beautiful shoreline. Additional Event Dates: Week 1 – Seining – July 8, 9, and 10 Week 2 – Tidal Pools – July 15, 16, and 17 Week 3 – Crabbing – July 22, 23, and 24 Week 4 – Clamming – July 29, 30, and 31 Week 5 – Lagoon Exploration – August 5, 6, and 7 Week 6th – Beach Combing – August 12, 13, and 14  

Free

Napatree Investigators Program – Wednesday, July 10

Napatree Point Conservation Area Fort Road, Westerly, RI, United States

Registration opens June 2025. Please email Napatree@thewathchillconservancy to be notified when registration begins. Program is held every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from July 8th to August 14th Ages 7-13 (Registration required) Foster your child’s curiosity for the flora and fauna of the various habitats and ecosystems of the beautiful beach environment of Napatree Point, a premier RI coastal Conservation Area. With a different environmental theme each week, participating Investigators will spend the morning on the beach with Watch Hill Conservancy Naturalists as they learn and explore. Each child will take home a custom t-shirt as a souvenir of this special opportunity to be up close and personal with nature and the beautiful shoreline. Additional Event Dates: Week 1 – Seining – July 8, 9, and 10 Week 2 – Tidal Pools – July 15, 16, and 17 Week 3 – Crabbing – July 22, 23, and 24 Week 4 – Clamming – July 29, 30, and 31 Week 5 – Lagoon Exploration – August 5, 6, and 7 Week 6th – Beach Combing – August 12, 13, and 14  

Free

Napatree Investigators Program – Tuesday, July 15

Napatree Point Conservation Area Fort Road, Westerly, RI, United States

Registration opens June 2025. Please email Napatree@thewathchillconservancy to be notified when registration begins. Program is held every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from July 8th to August 14th Ages 7-13 (Registration required) Foster your child’s curiosity for the flora and fauna of the various habitats and ecosystems of the beautiful beach environment of Napatree Point, a premier RI coastal Conservation Area. With a different environmental theme each week, participating Investigators will spend the morning on the beach with Watch Hill Conservancy Naturalists as they learn and explore. Each child will take home a custom t-shirt as a souvenir of this special opportunity to be up close and personal with nature and the beautiful shoreline. Additional Event Dates: Week 1 – Seining – July 8, 9, and 10 Week 2 – Tidal Pools – July 15, 16, and 17 Week 3 – Crabbing – July 22, 23, and 24 Week 4 – Clamming – July 29, 30, and 31 Week 5 – Lagoon Exploration – August 5, 6, and 7 Week 6th – Beach Combing – August 12, 13, and 14  

Free

Napatree Investigators Program – Wednesday, July 16

Napatree Point Conservation Area Fort Road, Westerly, RI, United States

Registration opens June 2025. Please email Napatree@thewathchillconservancy to be notified when registration begins. Program is held every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from July 8th to August 14th Ages 7-13 (Registration required) Foster your child’s curiosity for the flora and fauna of the various habitats and ecosystems of the beautiful beach environment of Napatree Point, a premier RI coastal Conservation Area. With a different environmental theme each week, participating Investigators will spend the morning on the beach with Watch Hill Conservancy Naturalists as they learn and explore. Each child will take home a custom t-shirt as a souvenir of this special opportunity to be up close and personal with nature and the beautiful shoreline. Additional Event Dates: Week 1 – Seining – July 8, 9, and 10 Week 2 – Tidal Pools – July 15, 16, and 17 Week 3 – Crabbing – July 22, 23, and 24 Week 4 – Clamming – July 29, 30, and 31 Week 5 – Lagoon Exploration – August 5, 6, and 7 Week 6th – Beach Combing – August 12, 13, and 14  

Free

Napatree Investigators Program – Thursday, July 17

Napatree Point Conservation Area Fort Road, Westerly, RI, United States

Registration opens June 2025. Please email Napatree@thewathchillconservancy to be notified when registration begins. Program is held every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from July 8th to August 14th Ages 7-13 (Registration required) Foster your child’s curiosity for the flora and fauna of the various habitats and ecosystems of the beautiful beach environment of Napatree Point, a premier RI coastal Conservation Area. With a different environmental theme each week, participating Investigators will spend the morning on the beach with Watch Hill Conservancy Naturalists as they learn and explore. Each child will take home a custom t-shirt as a souvenir of this special opportunity to be up close and personal with nature and the beautiful shoreline. Additional Event Dates: Week 1 – Seining – July 8, 9, and 10 Week 2 – Tidal Pools – July 15, 16, and 17 Week 3 – Crabbing – July 22, 23, and 24 Week 4 – Clamming – July 29, 30, and 31 Week 5 – Lagoon Exploration – August 5, 6, and 7 Week 6th – Beach Combing – August 12, 13, and 14  

Free

Napatree Investigators Program – Tuesday, July 22

Napatree Point Conservation Area Fort Road, Westerly, RI, United States

Registration opens June 2025. Please email Napatree@thewathchillconservancy to be notified when registration begins. Program is held every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from July 8th to August 14th Ages 7-13 (Registration required) Foster your child’s curiosity for the flora and fauna of the various habitats and ecosystems of the beautiful beach environment of Napatree Point, a premier RI coastal Conservation Area. With a different environmental theme each week, participating Investigators will spend the morning on the beach with Watch Hill Conservancy Naturalists as they learn and explore. Each child will take home a custom t-shirt as a souvenir of this special opportunity to be up close and personal with nature and the beautiful shoreline. Additional Event Dates: Week 1 – Seining – July 8, 9, and 10 Week 2 – Tidal Pools – July 15, 16, and 17 Week 3 – Crabbing – July 22, 23, and 24 Week 4 – Clamming – July 29, 30, and 31 Week 5 – Lagoon Exploration – August 5, 6, and 7 Week 6th – Beach Combing – August 12, 13, and 14  

Free

Napatree Investigators Program – Wednesday, July 23

Napatree Point Conservation Area Fort Road, Westerly, RI, United States

Registration opens June 2025. Please email Napatree@thewathchillconservancy to be notified when registration begins. Program is held every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from July 8th to August 14th Ages 7-13 (Registration required) Foster your child’s curiosity for the flora and fauna of the various habitats and ecosystems of the beautiful beach environment of Napatree Point, a premier RI coastal Conservation Area. With a different environmental theme each week, participating Investigators will spend the morning on the beach with Watch Hill Conservancy Naturalists as they learn and explore. Each child will take home a custom t-shirt as a souvenir of this special opportunity to be up close and personal with nature and the beautiful shoreline. Additional Event Dates: Week 1 – Seining – July 8, 9, and 10 Week 2 – Tidal Pools – July 15, 16, and 17 Week 3 – Crabbing – July 22, 23, and 24 Week 4 – Clamming – July 29, 30, and 31 Week 5 – Lagoon Exploration – August 5, 6, and 7 Week 6th – Beach Combing – August 12, 13, and 14  

Free