July TBD: Aquidneck Land Trust Golf Tournament
Held each year at the Newport National Golf Club, this summertime fundraiser brings golfers together for a memorable day of play on a beautiful ALT-conserved property. The tournament kicks off with a box lunch and wraps up with a cocktail reception, great raffle prizes, and tournament awards.
July 28th: Fiesta Verde Summer Party
This annual fundraiser has become one of the most-anticipated summer bashes on Aquidneck Island. A cocktail reception is followed by dinner, music, dancing, a raffle, and a spirited silent auction of artwork, jewelry, gifts and get-away packages. Our 2011 Fiesta Verde was held on Saturday, July 23 on the back lawns of Miramar, Ocean View and Rock Cliff, overlooking the Cliff Walk. This years Fiesta Verde will be held on an ALT conserved property TBA later.
August TBD: Aquidneck Island Paddle Race Day & Waterman Competition
Founded by brothers Matt and Kevin Kirby, the Aquidneck Island Paddle invites kayakers, stand-up paddlers and traditional paddlers alike, divided into relay teams, to participate in relay races and a waterman competition. These events are new this year! All of the money raised by participants benefits the Aquidneck Land Trust, Lucy’s Hearth, and the Norman Bird Sanctuary. In order to participate, paddlers must raise at least $100 through sponsorships or personal contributions. Both paddlers and non-paddlers are welcome to the after-event cookout, hosted by the Norman Bird Sanctuary. For more information and registration, visit www.aquidneckislandpaddle.com.
November 3rd: Race for Open Space 5K Run & Walk
This scenic, cross-country 5-kilometer race on ALT’s Sakonnet Greenway Trail is a unique and exciting addition to the local race circuit. Though not allowed in the running category, leashed dogs and strollers are welcome in the walking category of the race. Entry fee is $20 with proceeds from the race directed towards further construction and maintenance of the Sakonnet Greenway Trail, the largest nature trail on Aquidneck Island. To register online, visit racewire.com. For more information, contact Courtney Huth at chuth@ailt.org or call 401.849.2799 x 19, or Register Online Here |
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