First spotted as a nesting pair, these Canada Geese added four fledglings to the wildlife at Salter Grove in early May. Two fledgelings are well camouflaged in the vegetation.
Save the Bay’s efforts to improve water quality have really paid off!
FoSG
Please Allow Me to Introduce Myself
Trail distance marker, hanging plant tag, and tree stake (left to right).
We have installed all of the permanent distance markers, and have started on the first batch of permanent plant labels along the trails in Salter Grove.
The distance markers are spaced 100 feet apart and serve to locate plants and animal sightings, past, present, and future.
Hanging plant tags identify shrubs and vines while 3″ x 5″ signs identify tree species. Not shown in the photo above are 2″ x 4″ labels for smaller herbaceous plants.
This is the second step of a multi-phase process to develop a smartphone-accessible website for visitors to access ecological, geological, and cultural information while they are at the park. This project has the support and approval of Warwick’s Parks and Recreation Department and RIDEM.
Obviously these permanent tags look much nicer than the white plastic tags and stakes which were placeholders during the identification process. Please respect this effort to provide a multi-generational educational experience by looking, but not touching (dogs too!).
All Warwick Parks Closed, Including Salter Grove
Public parks, beaches, and recreational facilities in Warwick—including Salter Grove—will be closed during the coronavirus pandemic.
Barricades have been installed at the entrance to prevent vehicular entry. Mayor Solomon said Warwick police will continue to monitor parks and beaches for compliance.
“If people are blatantly ignoring the new rules – if they choose to congregate in groups at parks and beaches, or if they are not complying with physical distancing rules – they may be cited if actions and behavior are not corrected,” Mayor Solomon said.
Playground Closed as Coronavirus Precaution
The playground has been closed until further notice.
Warwick’s Director of Parks & Recreation, James Scott, said that “We are trying to keep kids off of playgrounds as the virus can live on surfaces for prolonged periods of time.”
Thank you for your patience while we attempt to keep our neighbors safe and healthy during this challenging time.
Salter Grove Inspires
Local artist Erin Spencer found inspiration for her oil paintings at Salter Grove while enjoying walks with her children.
Above is titled “Through the Trees”; below “Secret Trail.” Can you find these views?
Special Thanks For Weekly Cleanup
Mary Newton (right) goes to Salter Grove at least once a week to rake and sweep butts from around the parking lot either with her granddaughter Ava or most recently with her sister Katy Eppley (with bag). A little boy caught them in the act and was moved to call out “Good job!” Indeed!
Litter such as styrofoam food and drink containers has gone down at Salter Grove probably because of the cold weather. On the other hand, smokers enjoying the park from within their cars continue to throw cigarette butts out the window. Not cool.
Friends of Salter Grove 