The Aquidneck Land Trust strives to preserve the open space and natural beauty of Aquidneck Island. The nonprofit was founded in 1990 by local residents and in 1993 secured its first conservation easement.
In the late 1990s, the Aquidneck Land Trust set a goal of conserving 2,000 acres. In October 2008, they reached and surpassed that goal.
The ALT is currently overseen by more than 20 trustees and an advisory board of just as many. A full-time staff also manages operations.
Th mission of the South Kingstown Land Trust has been to preserve and protect the town's open spaces for the benefit of the community. With nearly 30 percent of open space, South Kingstown is well-positioned to benefit from action of the land trust in securing the preservation of these untouched acres. The land trust works with land owners directly to protect open space and makes some available for hiking and other activities. The land trust is a membership organization, where active members regularly publish a newsletter and hold events, lectures, and its annual meeting at its barn located on Matunuck Beach Road.
Audubon Environmental Education Center is part of the Audobon Society in Bristol. The center encompasses a natural history museum and aquarium meant to encourage local residents to learn about wildlife and nature through hands-on exhibits. The McIntosh Wildlife Refuge is where the center is located, offering visitors the chance to use the refuge's walking trails. Guided tours and family-friendly programming are also offered. For further inquiries, phone the Audubon Environmental Education Center.
