Join
WPWA to view spectacular fall color from Frying Pan Pond and beyond. This
paddle is great for beginners and wildlife viewing.
The quiet of the Upper Wood
River and Frying Pan Pond is serene and peaceful. It is no wonder that
the Wood-Pawcatuck watershed received prestigious, national recognition
and protections as "Wild and Scenic."
Boats and gear are
available for reservation. In addition to WPWA's fleet of single person
kayaks, several canoes and tandem kayaks are available. Tandems (2 person
kayaks) are easy to maneuver and great for an adult to share with a child
under 11. To request a canoe or tandem, email Kassi@wpwa.org. The group
will launch by 1:20 pm and return around 3:30 pm.
Cost is $15 for members,
$20 for non-members. WPWA members at the Trout level or above have free
access to kayaks. *But Dragonfly level and non-members will be charged an
additional $20 per boat.
If you are a WPWA Otter,
Osprey, or Eagle Member, the program is free and you will not be asked
for payment when you register online.
For More Information
Contact: Kassi Donnelly: kassi@wpwa.org
Visit wpwa.org under events, or click the registration
button below.
School
season has begun! Students have joined WPWA weekly for the past month.
University of Rhode Island
- sampled and identified aquatic bugs to infer water quality. Downriver
from the WPWA Campus, a lot of oxygen and clean, cold water flows. Great
habitat for macroinvertebrates (aquatic bugs, without backbones, that you
can see with your eyes).
University of Rhode Island
- hiked along the Wood River, seeking inspiration for their River Stories
class. They noticed how the river changed tempo and volume as they walked
past waterfalls, a babbling brook and back to the main river. They
explored a pavilion, built historically and rebuilt more recently. They
climbed, hiked, identified and generally connected this local spot with a
natural place they held dearly.
Meadowbrook Waldorf School
- paddled the upper Wood River, hearing birds such as the kingfisher,
blue jays and crows. A golden-crowned kinglet was quite talkative and
fooled the group, as if a woodpecker was present! A beaver or otter
graced the water near six students. Turtles also showed themselves to
this patient, relatively quiet and enthusiastic youth group.
Our Contact
Information
Wood-Pawcatuck Watershed Association
203 Arcadia Road
Hope Valley, RI 02832
401-539-9017 http://www.wpwa.org
