The Bristol Land Conservation Trust (BLCT)  is hosting a talk and special tour of the green infrastructure projects that have been constructed at the Bristol Town Beach and Sports Complex, to include the bio-retention swale, the parking area rain gardens with native vegetation to control stormwater, and the beach tree planting to discourage Canada Geese activity.  The program will take place on Tuesday, August 24, 2021 from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

These projects were implemented to improve the water quality of Narragansett Bay and reduce the frequency of beach closures.  Led by Walter Burke, Acting/Former longtime Director of Parks and Recreation for the Town of Bristol, guests will be treated to a lively discussion and tour of an award-winning series of eco-friendly projects at the Town Beach and Sports Complex.  Through ingenuity and perseverance, Mr. Burke was able to acquire several grants to piece together what now has made the Town Beach both an attractive and eco-friendly recreational destination.

Participants will meet at the pavilion (50 Asylum Road) for a short introduction to the area.  During the tour, numerous trees will be highlighted that have made this area so appealing.  The fee is $10 per person, $20 per family (cash or check only) and free for BLCT members.  Proceeds benefit the BLCT in its mission to conserve and protect open spaces in Bristol.

Should weather be inclement, guests will meet at the nearby Quinta-Gamelin Community Center at 101 Asylum Road for a talk and PowerPoint presentation.  The BLCT welcomes new members.  Annual dues are $25 for an individual and $40 per family.  For more information, email the BLCT at BristolLandTrust@gmail.com.