The Roger Williams Park Conservancy offers several FREE opportunities to explore and learn more about the Park this month. Put on some comfortable walking shoes and get out to explore with us!
Stormwater Management Tour
POSTPONED Wednesday, September 18 | 5:30-7:00 PM
Meet at the Dalrymple Boathouse (map)
Roger Williams Park has embarked on an ambitious project to improve overall water quality, which includes the design and installation of 35 stormwater management sites that filter stormwater and run off in different ways before it reaches the Park’s ponds and waterways. Join the Roger Williams Park Conservancy and Brian Byrnes, Deputy Superintendent of the Providence Parks Department, for a free walking tour to explore some of the Park’s recently installed stormwater sites. Tour will move at a moderate pace.
Register here // Facebook event
Nature Walk
Saturday, September 21 | 9:00-10:30 AM
Meet at the Museum of Natural History (map)
Join the museum’s curator for free monthly guided walks of Roger Williams Park and learn how to identify seasonal wildflowers and better understand urban ecology. From milkweed to monarchs, gain a greater appreciation for the surprising diversity of urban wildlife. Bring binoculars if you have them. Recommended for ages 6 and older. Pets are not permitted. Call (401) 680-7221 or email [email protected] to register.
Register here // Facebook event
“Off the Beaten Path” Tree Tour
Wednesday, September 25 | 5:30-7:00 PM
Meet at the Dalrymple Boathouse (map)
Roger Williams Park’s 435 acres are home to over 5,000 trees and a variety of species. Join the Roger Williams Park Conservancy and Providence City Forester Doug Still for a free walking tour to explore interesting trees in less visited landscapes, including along the Big Lakes Trail. Tour will move at a moderate pace.
Register here // Facebook event
Join us! Be sure to check the Conservancy’s website and social media for any weather-related cancellations.
Also see the events calendar for more activities, including the Lost Park Tour presented by the Museum of Natural History.
