The Watch Hill Conservancy

Napatree Investigators Program - Wednesday, July 23
2025-07-23 08:30 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | Napatree Point Conservation Area, Fort Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, 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

Napatree Investigators Program - Tuesday, July 22
2025-07-22 08:30 - 10:30

Napatree Investigators Program - Thursday, July 17
2025-07-17 08:30 - 10:30

Napatree Investigators Program - Wednesday, July 16
2025-07-16 08:30 - 10:30

Napatree Investigators Program - Tuesday, July 15
2025-07-15 08:30 - 10:30

Napatree Investigators Program - Wednesday, July 10
2025-07-10 08:30 - 10:30

Napatree Investigators Program - Wednesday, July 9
2025-07-09 08:30 - 10:30

Napatree Investigators Program - Tuesday, July 8
2025-07-08 08:30 - 10:30

Horseshoe Crab Family Walks - July 6
2025-07-06 09:00 - 10:00
All ages (Registration required)
Explore the fascinating world of horseshoe crabs. Discover why these remarkable “Living Fossils” have survived for over 300 million years, learn about their significant contributions to medical research, and understand their crucial ecological importance to Napatree Point and Little Narragansett Bay. This informative outdoor experience offers a unique opportunity to appreciate these ancient creatures and their role in our local ecosystem. This walk is perfect for all ages!

RI Audubon Society Horseshoe Crab Expedition - June 24
2025-06-24 18:30 - 20:00
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!

Natural History Walk
2025-06-21 09:00 - 10:30
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

Horseshoe Crab Family Walks - June 14
2025-06-14 09:00 - 10:00
All ages (Registration required)
Explore the fascinating world of horseshoe crabs. Discover why these remarkable “Living Fossils” have survived for over 300 million years, learn about their significant contributions to medical research, and understand their crucial ecological importance to Napatree Point and Little Narragansett Bay. This informative outdoor experience offers a unique opportunity to appreciate these ancient creatures and their role in our local ecosystem. This walk is perfect for all ages!
Additional event dates: Sunday, July 6, 9-10 AM.
