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DESCRIPTION:The Norman Bird Sanctuary\, with its 235 protected acres of w
 oodlands\, wetlands\, open fields and rocky ridges\, supports a rich lic
 hen diversity with distinct lichen assemblages. Its coastal location als
 o provides an opportunity to study the maritime lichens of southeastern 
 New England. We start with an introductory talk on the most common liche
 n species found here\, then walk through woodlands and along the Purgato
 ry Conglomerate or "puddingstone" ridges of the Hanging Rock Trail to a 
 view of the Atlantic Ocean.\nPreregistration required at www.riwps.org. 
 Bring a hand lens\, sturdy shoes\, bag lunch\, water and a camera if des
 ired. A reading list is provided before class.\nLeader: Elizabeth Farnsw
 orth\, lichenologist and NEWFS lecturer\nOrganized by the RI Wild Plant 
 Society and co-sponsored with NEWFS. $51 (RIWPS or NEWFS Member) / $61 (
 Nonmember)
URL:http://middletown.patch.com/events/lichen-diversity-in-rhode-island
SUMMARY:Lichen Diversity in Rhode Island
LOCATION:583 3rd Beach Rd\, Middletown\, RI 02842: 583 3rd Beach Rd\, Mid
 dletown\, RI
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