Birds, Bats and Mushroom Caps!
Audubon naturalist and birding expert Laura Carberry (second from right) leads birding programs to scenic destinations across the state. Photo by Deirdre Robinson.
Birds, Bats and Mushroom Caps!
August 2017 Highlights from the Audubon Society of Rhode Island
??Search for local mushrooms on the damp forest trails, enjoy a cool evening?? kayak paddle, or come along and discover the fascinating world of bats. Audubon offers plenty of nature activities to keep you cool and connected with the great outdoors in August.
Unless noted, registration is required for all programs. Register online through the events calendar at www.asri.org.
A complete listing of programs is detailed in the Audubon Nature
Tours and Programs, a free guide to connecting with the natural world.
Download a copy online at www.asri.org
Summer at Mays Audubon Maxwell Mays Wildlife Refuge
Coventry, RI
August 4, 2017; 9:00 ??? 11:30 am
There is always something to find in nature at the Maxwell Mays Wildlife Refuge. Let’s explore the summer fields and forests for wildflowers, butterflies and birds.
Dress appropriately with
sturdy shoes and bring water and a snack.
Maxwell Mays Wildlife Refuge, 2082 Victory Highway, Coventry, RI;
Program Fee: $10/member adult, $5/member child; $14/non-member adult, $7/non-member child. Ages: 5+.
Register online through the events calendar at www.asri.org
Bats at Eppley
Audubon Marion Eppley Wildlife Refuge, West Kingston, RI
August 4, 2017; 7:00 ??? 9:00 pm
Join us for a rare treat to visit the Marion Eppley Wildlife Refuge at night. Begin indoors with presentation about these fascinating creatures and then venture outside in search of the plentiful resident bats in this area.
Bring a flashlight and insect repellent.
Marion Eppley Wildlife Refuge, Dugway Bridge Road, West Kingston, RI;
Program Fee: $10/member; $14/non-member. Ages: 10+. Register online through the events calendar at www.asri.org
Early Morning Breakfast and Birding River Cruise
Departs from Pawtucket, RI
August 5, 2017; 8:00 ??? 9:00 am
Join us for a morning river cruise exploring the spring beauty of the Seekonk River. Sip coffee and juice and enjoy delicious baked goodies as we search for wildlife along the river.
Participants may wish to bring sunscreen and binoculars.
The Explorer is a covered boat and runs rain or shine. Co-sponsored with the Blackstone Valley Tourism Council.
Departs from Festival Pier, 100 Tim Healey Way, Pawtucket, RI; Program Fee: $20/adult; $15/child. Ages: 7+.
Register online through the events calendar at www.asri.org