• Natural History Walk

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

    Join The Watch Hill Conservancy for a FREE guided walk to learn about the Napatree Point Conservation Area!

  • Horseshoe Crab Community Science Program – Project Limulus

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

    Select morning and evenings during the May, June & July full and new moon high tides Ages 12+ (Registration required) Join us for our 20th year participating in Project Limulus, a scientific survey tracking horseshoe crab populations. Volunteers will walk two miles along the Napatree Point Conservation Area during the May and June full and new moon high tides—prime spawning time for these ancient creatures. The survey takes 1-4 hours, depending on horseshoe crab activity (anywhere from zero to a thousand crabs might be encountered). While all are welcome to participate in this important conservation effort, participants should be prepared for the physical demands of the survey. Experience these "living fossils" up close while contributing valuable data to this long-term research program.   REGISTER HERE  

  • Horseshoe Crab Community Science Program – Project Limulus

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

    Select morning and evenings during the May, June & July full and new moon high tides Ages 12+ (Registration required) Join us for our 20th year participating in Project Limulus, a scientific survey tracking horseshoe crab populations. Volunteers will walk two miles along the Napatree Point Conservation Area during the May and June full and new moon high tides—prime spawning time for these ancient creatures. The survey takes 1-4 hours, depending on horseshoe crab activity (anywhere from zero to a thousand crabs might be encountered). While all are welcome to participate in this important conservation effort, participants should be prepared for the physical demands of the survey. Experience these "living fossils" up close while contributing valuable data to this long-term research program.   REGISTER HERE  

  • Horseshoe Crab Family Walks

    Napatree Point Conservation Area Fort Road, Westerly, RI, United States
    Children's Programs Ages 5-13

    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 Conservation Area 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!   REGISTER HERE

  • Horseshoe Crab Community Science Program – Project Limulus

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

    Select morning and evenings during the May, June & July full and new moon high tides Ages 12+ (Registration required) Join us for our 20th year participating in Project Limulus, a scientific survey tracking horseshoe crab populations. Volunteers will walk two miles along the Napatree Point Conservation Area during the May and June full and new moon high tides—prime spawning time for these ancient creatures. The survey takes 1-4 hours, depending on horseshoe crab activity (anywhere from zero to a thousand crabs might be encountered). While all are welcome to participate in this important conservation effort, participants should be prepared for the physical demands of the survey. Experience these "living fossils" up close while contributing valuable data to this long-term research program.   REGISTER HERE  

  • Horseshoe Crab Community Science Program – Project Limulus

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

    Select morning and evenings during the May, June & July full and new moon high tides Ages 12+ (Registration required) Join us for our 20th year participating in Project Limulus, a scientific survey tracking horseshoe crab populations. Volunteers will walk two miles along the Napatree Point Conservation Area during the May and June full and new moon high tides—prime spawning time for these ancient creatures. The survey takes 1-4 hours, depending on horseshoe crab activity (anywhere from zero to a thousand crabs might be encountered). While all are welcome to participate in this important conservation effort, participants should be prepared for the physical demands of the survey. Experience these "living fossils" up close while contributing valuable data to this long-term research program.   REGISTER HERE  

  • Horseshoe Crab Community Science Program – Project Limulus

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

    Select morning and evenings during the May, June & July full and new moon high tides Ages 12+ (Registration required) Join us for our 20th year participating in Project Limulus, a scientific survey tracking horseshoe crab populations. Volunteers will walk two miles along the Napatree Point Conservation Area during the May and June full and new moon high tides—prime spawning time for these ancient creatures. The survey takes 1-4 hours, depending on horseshoe crab activity (anywhere from zero to a thousand crabs might be encountered). While all are welcome to participate in this important conservation effort, participants should be prepared for the physical demands of the survey. Experience these "living fossils" up close while contributing valuable data to this long-term research program.   REGISTER HERE  

  • Horseshoe Crab Community Science Program – Project Limulus

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

    Select morning and evenings during the May, June & July full and new moon high tides Ages 12+ (Registration required) Join us for our 20th year participating in Project Limulus, a scientific survey tracking horseshoe crab populations. Volunteers will walk two miles along the Napatree Point Conservation Area during the May and June full and new moon high tides—prime spawning time for these ancient creatures. The survey takes 1-4 hours, depending on horseshoe crab activity (anywhere from zero to a thousand crabs might be encountered). While all are welcome to participate in this important conservation effort, participants should be prepared for the physical demands of the survey. Experience these "living fossils" up close while contributing valuable data to this long-term research program.   REGISTER HERE  

  • Discovery Table

    Discovery Table
    Napatree Point Conservation Area Fort Road, Westerly, RI, United States
    Children's Programs Ages 5-13

    Can’t join a program? Find us at the Discovery Table every Saturday and Sunday from June through August. Our interactive information table tells the story of Napatree and showcases what you may find during your visit!   No Registration Required

  • Bird and Learn

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

    We welcome both new and experienced birders to join us in exploring the variety of bird species in the Napatree Point Conservation Area.

  • Discovery Table

    Discovery Table
    Napatree Point Conservation Area Fort Road, Westerly, RI, United States
    Children's Programs Ages 5-13

    Can’t join a program? Find us at the Discovery Table every Saturday and Sunday from June through August. Our interactive information table tells the story of Napatree and showcases what you may find during your visit!   No Registration Required

  • Horseshoe Crab Community Science Program – Project Limulus

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

    Select morning and evenings during the May, June & July full and new moon high tides Ages 12+ (Registration required) Join us for our 20th year participating in Project Limulus, a scientific survey tracking horseshoe crab populations. Volunteers will walk two miles along the Napatree Point Conservation Area during the May and June full and new moon high tides—prime spawning time for these ancient creatures. The survey takes 1-4 hours, depending on horseshoe crab activity (anywhere from zero to a thousand crabs might be encountered). While all are welcome to participate in this important conservation effort, participants should be prepared for the physical demands of the survey. Experience these "living fossils" up close while contributing valuable data to this long-term research program.   REGISTER HERE