Sugar Bush Care Day
Hosted by: Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council
Location: Near 90 Salmon Street, Providence, RI (on the Woonasquatucket River Greenway)
Date & Time: Sunday, March 7 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM EST
REGISTER (registation coming soon!)
Overview
Join WRWC for Sugar Bush Care Day, the second event in our Nuestros Bosques Event Series! Help care for the forest that our maple trees call home while learning about urban woodland ecology.
Activities include:
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Removing invasive plants
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Planting native trees and understory plants
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Crafts and hands-on nature activities
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Sharing food and drinks with fellow participants
This is a hands-on, family-friendly event—come ready to get outdoors and make a difference in your local forest!
Parking & Directions
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Closest parking: 90 Salmon Street, a short walk (~¼ mile) to the site. Signs will guide you to the event.
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Alternative: Park at Merino Park and walk over the bridge to the site.
Accessibility & Amenities
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Accessible to anyone able to use the bike path.
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Bathrooms: Closest public restroom is a 10-minute walk away.
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Family-Friendly: Children welcome with a parent or guardian.
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Provided: Water and snacks.
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Low physical strain/difficulty.
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Event leaders are bilingual (English & Spanish).
This event is part of our Nuestros Bosques Event Series, which offers hands-on outdoor learning, forest stewardship, and community engagement. Participants explore local woodlands, care for trees and understory plants, and connect with the natural environment in Providence.