2024 Fall Newsletter
As summer turns to fall in Charlestown, we’re reminded of the special beauty of our vast open spaces—beaches, ponds, forests, and farms. These landscapes continue
Join CLT in our mission to preserve Charlestown’s open space and natural character for the lasting benefit of our community. The land trust preserves and protects the distinctive character of our local area through acquisition and management of open space.
05oct1:00 pmFall Mushroom Walk1:00 pm(GMT-04:00) Mill Pond Preserve
Join the Charlestown Land Trust and foraging enthusiasts Laura and Ken Orabone for a fascinating fungi hunt through Mill Pond Preserve on Saturday, October 5th at 1pm. Discover
Join the Charlestown Land Trust and foraging enthusiasts Laura and Ken Orabone for a fascinating fungi hunt through Mill Pond Preserve on Saturday, October 5th at 1pm. Discover the hidden world of mushrooms and enjoy a beautiful fall day. (Not intended for edible mushroom identification.) This event is free but has limited space. Please sign up here to reserve your spot.
(Saturday) 1:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Mill Pond Preserve
E Charles St, Charlestown, RI 02813
09oct5:30 pmCharlestown Land Trust Annual Meeting5:30 pm(GMT-04:00) Kettle Pond Visitor Center
Please join us for our upcoming Annual Meeting on Wednesday, October 9th at 5:30pm at Kettle Pond Visitor Center in Charlestown. We’ve got an engaging evening planned, reflecting back on
Please join us for our upcoming Annual Meeting on Wednesday, October 9th at 5:30pm at Kettle Pond Visitor Center in Charlestown. We’ve got an engaging evening planned, reflecting back on our past year’s accomplishments and looking towards the future, including our Board elections.
We’re also thrilled to announce a special presentation by our keynote speaker, Steve McCandless, Charlestown GIS Coordinator. Steve will speak on the issues facing the Charlestown Breachway, as well as proposed solutions. (You can preview the discussion on the Town’s website.)
This event is free and open to all. We encourage you to join us and be part of the ongoing conversation about land (and water!) conservation in our community.
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(Wednesday) 5:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Kettle Pond Visitor Center
50 Bend Road
19oct3:30 pmCharlestown Land Trust S'mores Social3:30 pm(GMT-04:00) Mill Pond Preserve
Join us on Saturday, October 19th at 3:30 PM at Mill Pond Preserve for an evening of fall fun! We'll kick things off with a guided trail walk,
Join us on Saturday, October 19th at 3:30 PM at Mill Pond Preserve for an evening of fall fun! We’ll kick things off with a guided trail walk, followed by a cozy gathering around the fire to enjoy s’mores and conversation with fellow Charlestown nature lovers. This event is free but space is limited. RSVP here to reserve your spot!
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(Saturday) 3:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Mill Pond Preserve
E Charles St, Charlestown, RI 02813
As summer turns to fall in Charlestown, we’re reminded of the special beauty of our vast open spaces—beaches, ponds, forests, and farms. These landscapes continue
CLT preserves the distinctive character of our local area through acquisition and management of open space. Explore the properties we protect!
CLT has offered our farmers market for the past 17 years as a way for the community to connect while promoting land stewardship.