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Field Trips and Events
Rhode Island
Explore Rhode Island Outdoors
Enjoy the outdoors by visiting one of our many preserves in the state, or by participating in our ongoing events. Check back frequently for updated nature walks and events. Visit Places We Protect for information about our preserves open to the public.
Ongoing Special Events
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An Outdoor Classroom at Francis Carter Preserve
Francis C. Carter Preserve
OngoingThanks to the generous support of The Champlin Foundations, Ocean State Charities Trust and The John Clarke Trust, The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is able to cover up to 100 percent of the cost of a qualified school’s round trip transportation to the Carter Preser... Learn more
Special Events
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February Vacation Walk
Francis C. Carter Preserve
February 21, 2012Woodland scavenger hunts are always fun, no matter the season. We’ll look for animal tracks and other signs of nature on the move, even in winter. Meet at the parking lot on Route 112. All of our guided nature walks are free. To register, please call Tim Mooney... Learn more
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Valentine's Nature Walk
Francis C. Carter Preserve
February 12, 2012Nature is romantic. Escape the hum-drum and explore one of Rhode Island’s wild places instead. Something unexpected always turns up. Plus the meadow trail is wide enough for hand holding! Meet at the parking lot at Old Mill Road. All of our guided nature walks ... Learn more
Ongoing Volunteer Opportunities
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Volunteer Opportunities
Thank you for your interest in volunteering. Please visit our Volunteer page for more information.
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