You can participate in Barrington’s Day of Caring on Indigenous Peoples’ Day at Osamequin Nature Preserve on Monday, October 12, from 1 to 4 pm. We’ll be reseeding a field with pollinator plants and cleaning up litter around the preserve. All ages are welcome; children must be supervised by an accompanying adult.
This event is one of several community events taking place on Barrington’s Day of Caring. This event is co-led by the Barrington Garden Club and the Barrington Land Conservation Trust, which co-manage the preserve in partnership with the Town of Barrington.
DATE/TIME: Monday, October 12, from 1 to 4 pm. Please arrive at 1 pm. You can leave whenever you are ready to go.
PROJECT: We’ll be reseeding a field with pollinator plants and cleaning up litter around the preserve. We’re also accepting donations of non-perishable food for Tap-In.
WHAT TO WEAR: Wear long pants, sturdy shoes, long socks (that can be pulled up over the hem of your pants), a long-sleeved shirt, and a hat. You may wish to spray your clothing with tick and/or mosquito spray before you arrive. We will have tick and mosquito spray available on site.
WHAT TO BRING: Bring a water bottle and a snack if you wish. We welcome you to bring a contribution of non-perishable food for Tap-In (see list below). We will provide tools for the planting and cleanup. If you have a bucket and trash grabber, please bring it along.
DIRECTIONS: Osamequin Nature Preserve is located on the northbound side of Rte. 114, approximately one mile north of the intersection of County Road and Massassoit Ave, in Barrington, RI. There is a parking area off 114 and the preserve is marked with a sign. Be careful as you enter and exit the parking area, as traffic moves quickly along 114.
FOOD DRIVE REQUESTS FOR TAP-IN:
- Cereal
- Soup
- Rice
- Canned tomatoes / pasta sauce
- Canned meat
- Canned vegetables
- Canned fruit
- Healthy snacks for children’s lunches
- Shelf-stable milk in small sizes
If you have any questions, email cindyelder@blct.org.