AMC
NARRAGANSETT CHAPTER SPRING FLING
Saturday,
May 17, 2008, Start Time: 4:00PM
The South Kingstown Land Trust
Barn, 17 Matunuck Beach Rd, S. Kingstown, RI
Dinner:
Appetizers, barbecue,
green and potato salads, chicken, burgers (inc.veggie), hot dogs,
grilled veggies, desserts, beverages
We
encourage current members to invite potential new members to this
event, please note all activities are free and open to all.
Directions: From the
North/East: Take Route 4 South to Tower
Hill Rd/Rte 1. Continue on Rte 1 South until you see signs for
Matunuck Beach Rd. Take next left onto Rte 1 North. Turn right on
Matunuck Beach Rd. The SKLT Barn is immediately on right.
From
South/West: Take
Rte 1 North. Turn right on Matunuck Beach Rd. The SKLT Barn is
immediately on right.
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Activity |
Leader and Contact |
Description |
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Spring Flower Walk |
Contact Leader Patty D’Ambra (949-3374) for time and location. |
Explore the magnificent Land Trust property with Leader Patty D’Ambra. Search for favorite and new species on your ramble through the meadows, fields and woodlands. As you stroll, Patty may answer your deepest and most profound questions. Between flowers she often provides her take on scandals at the State House. |
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Local Hike |
Contact Leader Karen Stein (782-6589) for location. |
Trustom Wildlife Refuge Hike. Start 1:30pm. An enjoyable 3 mile refuge walk that overlooks a coastal pond. Nearby additional beach walk may be available and return in time for Land Trust Barn get together. |
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Family walk/stroll |
Contact Leader Debbie Mitchell (743-4192) for time and location. CL Mark Dennan. |
Ninigret Park-Matunuck Beach area 2:30pm - 3:30pm. Children of all ages welcome, easy access to/from car and bathrooms. Since this is a family walk/stroll, we’ll be very flexible about itinerary. |
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Hawk Presentation |
Kim
Calcagno |
Kim Calcagno from Audubon will talk about the two clever birds. Hawks and Owls. Discover their fascinating techniques for hunting. Hawks, notable for their smooth circling glides and spectacular dives are commonly seen around RI forests and meadows. Kim will bring a hawk with her and the presentation is open to all members. |
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Flatwater Paddling Kayaking |
Contact Leader Linda Pease (351-2234) for time and location. |
Ninigret Pond: Enjoy a quiet paddle around the pond. Possible walk into Ninigret Wildlife Refuge or over the barrier beach to East Beach. Recreational or sea kayaks welcome. Wet suits recommended. |
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Sea Kayaking |
Contact Leader Mike Krabach.(333-5350 or mkrabach@efortress.com) for time and location. CL Bob Holcombe |
Point Judith Pond: Kayak from the upper end of Pond to the lower end and back. Short portage possible. A wet or dry suit is required. Launch at 10 am. Directions: Route 1 North or South take the Salt Pond Road – S. County Hospital exit, park across from J.G. Geoffs' Pub. |
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Bike Ride I |
Contact Leader Steve Morra (231-5365) for time and location, CL Roger Cole |
Easy Rider Ninigret-Matunuck: 18 mile, easy ride, including stops at pre-colonial Fort Ninigret, scenic and historic Ninigret Park and a beach walk. Helmets required. |
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Bike Ride II |
Contact Leader Marcie Madsen (364-6538) for time and location. CL Tom Eagan |
Intermediate Ride: 28 mile bike ride, easy-intermediate pace (not too fast not too slow). Beaches, rolling country roads and the carefree beauty of South County. Helmets required. |
TO REGISTER
Please make your check
payable to: “Narragansett Chapter AMC”
MAIL
TO: Tom
Eagan, 29 Tockwotton Farm Road, North Kingstown, RI 02852 Email:
tce@psh.com
NAME(S):__________________________________________________________________________________
TELEPHONE:_______________________
E-MAIL:_________________________________________________
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SPRING
FLING ATTENDANCE – REGISTRATION BY APRIL 30,
2007 |
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AMC |
Guests and |
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by 4/30 |
after 4/30 |
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Age 12 & over |
$12 EACH |
$15 EACH |
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$______ |
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Age 3 – 11 |
$6 EACH |
$8 EACH |
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$______ |
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Age 2 & under |
free |
free |
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free |
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All – Activities Only – Contact Leaders Above to Register |
free |
free |
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free |
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*Non-members who join AMC and pay membership fee (check or cash) at the Fling will have the Spring Fling registration subtracted from their membership fee. |
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TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED $____________ |
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You may print this registration (only need page 2), or you may download the pdf form.