Napatree Investigators Program
Napatree Investigators Program gives children ages 7 to 13 the opportunity to explore one of Rhode Island’s most remarkable coastal environments through hands-on learning and outdoor discovery. Hosted by the Watch Hill Conservancy, the summer series invites young nature enthusiasts to spend their mornings investigating the habitats, wildlife, and ecosystems that make Napatree Point such a unique conservation area.
Register for free by clicking the website link at the bottom of this page.
Each week focuses on a different conservation theme, allowing participants to discover everything from tidal pools and crabbing to lagoon exploration, seining, beach combing, and clamming. Guided by the Conservancy’s naturalists, children will learn through direct observation and exploration while developing a deeper appreciation for the shoreline and its natural resources.
Families can register for a single session, several weeks, or the entire program. Because all sessions within a given week cover the same theme, organizers ask that children register for only one day per week. Participants will also receive a custom program t-shirt as a keepsake from their summer adventures at Napatree Point.
Program Themes
Week 1: Tidal Pools
July 7, 8, 9
Week 2: Crabbing
July 14, 15, 16
Week 3: Lagoon Exploration
July 21, 22, 23
Week 4: Seining
July 28, 29, 30
Week 5: Beach Combing
August 4, 5, 6
Week 6: Clamming
August 11, 12, 13
Additional Information
- Ages 7-13
- Registration required
- Attend one session, multiple weeks, or the full series
- One registration per child per week requested
- Led by Watch Hill Conservancy naturalists
- Includes commemorative program t-shirt
