Environment

Winter is Better at Roger Williams Park Zoo

See some photos and a new video of our furry friends at the zoo.

Casey Nilsson,

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A Seven-Foot Trout is Rhode Island’s Newest Environmental Educator

Brookie the Trout, and her humans from the Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council, are traveling the state teaching kids about wildlife and climate change.

Lauren Clem,

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5 Rhode Island Outdoor Spots for a Winter Walk in the Park

Rhode Island has plenty of public parks to take it outside for a winter walk.

RIM Staff,

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Bike the Newport Bridge (Virtually) This Weekend at Crossing the Pell

The virtual reality experience by Rhode Island School of Design students lets users bike the bridge on simulators — and give feedback for a future where it's really possible.

Lauren Clem,

Clothes On A Hanger

Find a New Home for Your Unused Coats Through the Buy Nothing Exchange

Buy Nothing Coat Exchange takes a stand against consumerism by helping the homeless stay warm with your gently-used winter gear.

Sophia Failla,

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Bugged Out: Just How Much Should We Worry About Ticks in Rhode Island?

As local researchers and clinicians continue the fight against Lyme Disease, a new tick threat is brewing across Long Island Sound.

Ellen Liberman,

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Get a Fresh Look at Rhody’s Outdoor Spaces in "Land and Liberation"

The new exhibit from Movement Education Outdoors centers Black and brown experiences in nature, highlighting BIPOC artists and youth collaborators.

Lauren Clem,

Go Off-Road in West Greenwich and Discover the Hidden Dahlia Patch

This hidden gem stands out from the rest of the pick-your-own flower farms, but remains unseen to most of the state.

Kerri Tallman,

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Warren Raises Awareness About Sea Level Rise through Public Art

The Warren Arts and Cultural Commission and the Avenue Concept worked together to demonstrate the impacts of sea level rise and climate change through art.

Sophia Failla,

Matunuck Oyster Farm

Shellfish Games: Matunuck Oyster Farm’s Fight for Segar Cove

For years, Perry Raso, owner of Matunuck Oyster Bar, has been the face of sustainable, and successful, agriculture, but an increasing number of opponents are asking: at what — or whose — expense?

Alyssa Giacobbe,