Wonder Walk

Join WildRoots and the Westerly Land Trust once a month for Wonder Walks, a guided family hiking series designed to spark curiosity and nurture a lifelong love of nature. Through shared exploration and hands-on discovery, families will connect with Westerly Land Trust's beautiful natural spaces while building a deeper appreciation for the plants, animals, and ecosystems that make each property unique. By fostering curiosity and encouraging stewardship, we hope to inspire the next generation to care for—and protect—the wild places around them. August's Wonder Walk offers a special opportunity to help WildRoots create a whimsical fairy village. As we explore their trails, children will gather fallen natural materials—such as twigs, pinecones, acorn caps, bark, leaves, and stones—and use their imagination to design and create. This creative activity encourages children to see the beauty and possibilities within nature while practicing respectful stewardship. About the Hosts WildRoots Play is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a community where children and families can nurture connection, holistic development, and Earth stewardship through immersive experiences in nature and play. The Westerly Land Trust (WLT) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to conserving open space, revitalizing neighborhoods, and building community in Westerly, Rhode Island. By preserving and managing lands like Barlow Nature Preserve, WLT provides opportunities for education, recreation, and engagement with the natural world. WLT & WildRoots Wonder Walks Schedule - Wednesday, Aug 12- WildRoots - Wednesday, Sept 9 - Flora Whiteley Preserve - Wednesday, Oct 7- Winnapaug Farm Preserve - Wednesday, Nov 11- Camp Quequatuck/ Riverwood Preserve - Wednesday, Dec 9- Wahaneeta Preserve - Wednesday, Jan 6- Grills - Wednesday, Feb 17 - Champlin Farm Preserve - Wednesday, March 17 - Barlow Nature Preserve - Wednesday, April 21- Cottrell Family Preserve - Wednesday, May 19- Wildwood - Wednesday, June 23- Crandall Family Preserve