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Celebration of Earth Day, Joyce's Jungle 25th, & Nature Center's 20th!

By Joyce Campbell, Macaroni KID Southern RI Publisher April 8, 2024

Macaroni KID Southern RI proud 
to be one of the sponsors for the combined celebrations of 
Earth Day, the 20th Anniversary of 
The South Kingstown Parks and Recreations Nature Center,
 and Joyce's Jungle's 25th Anniversary!

Saturday 4/27 11-2!
110 Asa Pond Road, SK 02879

If you'd like your business to join in the fun, please reach out here!


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Since its opening in April of 2004, the Nature Center on Asa Pond has hosted thousands seeking nature programs, camps, and other activities.  

It's a wonderful occasion to celebrate and appreciate our planet, the Nature Center, and the friends of Joyce's Jungle. Earth Day reminds us of the importance of environmental awareness and sustainable practices. Whether it's planting trees, participating in clean-up activities, or simply appreciating nature, there are many ways to contribute to the well-being of our planet. 


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This celebration will have different stations to visit; here is a list of some of the guests planned for the dayJoyce's Jungle will have hands-on animal time, raffles, and crafts for visitors!
URI Master Gardeners kiosk onsite for questions and soil testing!
URI Geology Department with info on geology and the water cycle.
Scouting Groups and Troops providing activities for visitors.
RI Recycling Resource Max Man will be on hand to help visitors learn about our impact on the world's trash and resources!
Casey Farm provides historic games and a farm petting zoo!
Peace Dale Ramp Room will have demonstrations and tricks and info on bike safety!
Arboreal Solutions, LLC will be on hand to share knowledge on trees and shrubs.
Native Edible Designs will host a table on native seeds, how to plant them, and why they are important!
RI Rainbow Girls, South Kingstown Assembly will host a table with nature crafts!
The Farmer's Daughter is supplying a variety of plants!
Wildlife Rehabilitators Association of Rhode will be on hand to collect "Baby Shower" items and info us on their work!!
The Bronson Family Farm will host a table with tree activities!
Highland Farm providing soil and recycled pots/containers
A special guest from the local Union Fire Department!
Weichert Realtors-Atlantic Properties are assisting with "Passports to Nature!"
 
















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