This is a gorgeous walking/biking path that goes from Rumford to Pawtucket and follows Central Pond…read moreand the Ten Mile River. I love that it's paved the entire way, so you can get the "nature" without fear of stepping on poison ivy or being chased by mosquitoes. Great for a mid-morning jog or an afternoon bike ride. It's a bit off the beaten path (pun intended), so here is some directional info for my fellow GPS lovers: There are two main "entrances" which both have parking lots. 1) South Entrance: The Wolf School Athletic Fields (215 Ferris Ave, Rumford) 2) North Entrance: Doreen Tomlinson Field (401 Daggett Ave, Pawtucket) Here are a few sights along the trail: 1) Hasbro Offices 2) Slater Park 3) Looff Carousel 4) Pawtucket Country Club 5) Ten Mile River Reservation In spite of its name, the trail is only 3 miles and there isn't a loop, so it's a total of 6 miles there and back. Happy hiking!

I am still not sure why this trail has "10 mile" in the name when it's only 3 miles long, but I try…read moreto not think too hard about it. Anyways, I decided to come here for the first time on a weekday afternoon and it was very pretty and peaceful, well maintained, and the perfect running distance for me. I parked on the street outside the carousel entrance of slater park, towards the Pawtucket country club which is where the trail splits. To my left was about half a mile of trail and to my left there was about 2.5 miles of trail. To the left there wasn't much to see, but there was a lot of green, so it was pretty. At the end of this chunk there is a big parking lot. To the right the trail does have more to see, especially since it cuts through slater park, there is a river, and even a dirt bike riding area. At the end of that is also a parking lot and a baseball field. The terrain is mostly flat but there are some tiny hills/slopes that can be challenging towards the end. I was able to see a red cardinal and a couple other birds.

What a beautiful experience!! Went with my family and what an informative event with top notch…read morestaff who truly love the volunteer work they do at the lighthouse. The boat ride was very relaxing and the entire trip was flawless by a very professional staff. It was very easy to find, it's 2025 folks just use gps on your phone and it's just over the Providence line. Found a great breakfast spot nearby afterwards All Favorites Cafe another gem. Highly recommend without any reservations!!

Pianos kitties and…read moreoil The area around Pomham Rocks has been annoying and harassing ships every since ships have ventured into this part of Narragansett Bay. Difficult to see in the fog or at low tide they have claimed many a victim. So way back in 1828 a simple tower was put up to warn ships. This of course proved to be inadequate so in 1871 the Pomham Rocks Lighthouse was built. Many lighthouses look similar and have the same design but the Pomham Rocks Light is a unique lighthouse that is more of an house than a light. In fact at one time it had a piano and people would stand on the shore about 800 feet away and listen to the music played by the talented keeper. The half acre island also had a fine garden and a several dogs and cats living there. Quite a comfy place. In fact one of the kitties name Tommy became quite famous for his skill in fishing. He would sit on the rocks near the water and when an unsuspecting fish would go by Tommy would grab it and bring it to shore. Tommy became quite an celebrity for his skill and personality. The actually name of the lighthouse and rocks is probably in honor of a Narragansett sachem who died in King Phillips War in 1776. Lots of history and very old names around here. The light was active until 1974 when a modular tower replaced it. It then just sort of sat neglected like lots of other lighthouses. Finally it was purchased by the Mobil Oil company in 1980. Hard to believe that a big oil company would give a flying crap about a lighthouse but apparently someone in the the company did. The oil giant gave the lighthouse and island to the lighthouse foundation of Rhode Island and the light was restored and relit in 2006. Hard to believe I would say something positive about a large oil company but Mobil does deserve a big pat on the back for this. The light can now be seen from the East Bay Bike Path or the Stone Gate Apartments on Rt 103. Of course yaking out to the cool light is the best view but you absolutely cannot go on the island. This is a unique light with tons of cool history. Just maybe someday it will be opened to the public and fools like me that dream about going into old lighthouses.

The house is beautiful and full of original furniture. Our guide Elizabeth was very professional,…read moreknowledgeable and friendly. She loves history and answered all our questions. Enjoyed the tour immensely! I would recommend this tour as a DONT MISS!

Last Friday, we had the pleasure of touring the historic Lippitt House in Providence--and it was…read moreabsolutely amazing! What made the experience truly unforgettable was our guide, Elizabeth Gilbert (not the author of Eat, Pray, Love, but THE Elizabeth Gilbert who brings history to life). Her tour was informative, engaging, and full of fascinating details that transported us straight into the elegance of Victorian times. If you're visiting magical Providence, don't miss this gem. It's a beautiful step back in time, guided by someone who clearly loves what she does.

After several years of walking thru the property of Hunt's Mill of East Providence, I finally took…read morea tour of the museum. Today I decided to drive to Hunt's Millaround 1:30. I noticed someone in Revolutionary War attire. The Museum was open and I was ready to explore. Everyone should take this tour. The staff is pleasant and knows the history. Books on sale and it is a great way to spend a few hours.

I had a hard time finding this place, I got there drove down an road and parked my car. I walked a…read morelittle way past the dog park and it looked like it wasn't really going into the woods so I turned back. There was a cute mini trail behind the Mill house which was short but enjoyable. Left thinking well that was not what I expected, the photo showed water. I have revisited the map and see where had I continued down the road, I would have found the waterfall. I will go again, but meanwhile it was pretty.

A really nice quiet spot. Amazing sunsets here, when you first enter its farmland so it's open and…read moreexpansive. Then you walk along a forest trail, that eventually opens up to the Bay with tides. It's very quiet here. There's a good amount of parking, probably like for 8-9 cars. I've seen deer, turkey, flocks of geese, rabbits lots of wildlife. Dogs aren't allowed because it's a protected area. One of my favorite places to go.

At over 70 acres, this wildlife refuge is situated on a parcel of land that comprises Barrington's…read morehistoric Nockum Hill. A beautiful outdoor space any time of the year; there are a number of trails to peruse this mix of coastal wetland filled with marshes, fields, forest, and farmland. There is a small parking area on George Street just as the road starts to curve. A small sign marks the entrance to the first trailhead. Named for a Barrington native and prominent naturalist, the trails here meander through the various landscape. A couple off-shoots give you access to areas like a small boardwalk area that extends into the upper marshlands. Several of the fields have birdhouses erected that attract all kinds of species. I believe I caught a couple views of some bluebirds during my time here. And geese. So many geese. Another trail delivers you to the sandy shores of the Hundred Acre Cove. Really beautiful in January when I visited, all iced over. This beach is a nesting area for the diamondback terrapin. There is a park bench on this shoreline to soak in the views. Of note, there is a seemingly out of place pistol range on site for the Barrington Police which is very well-marked for safety. All-in-all, a pleasant place to get outside.

My husband and I went to Sowams for the first time yesterday. We were the only customers there, and…read morehappened to be served by the owner. The owner, Spencer, was incredibly nice and taught us everything about the ciders from the pressing to the serving. Spencer has his own orchard so the apples and entire process are from him. You can tell he loves what he does, by the passion in which he speaks of everything. The cider was delicious, each one we tried better than the next. We even got a fifth and unexpected tasting, which was delicious. The ambiance is relaxed, inviting and feels like you're in the middle of a mill, which I loved. It's so welcoming! We will be back soon, and see it as a regular spot. Spencer was so nice, and the cider so good, I'd really love to see more people come and try the place!

Sowams was the perfect stop on our trip to enjoy a few samples of delicious ciders. These ciders…read moreare mostly dry and sweet and very fresh! The server did a wonderful job taking us through the complexity of each pour even down to where the apples were grown! They press the ciders on site and have antique presses as decor! We wished there could have been even more options to choose from but we had a wonderful time stopping by!

I've been coming to this shop for years and absolutely love it! They have a great selection of…read morecrystals and just about everything spiritual, all at really reasonable prices. They also offer all kinds of readings, and every one I've had has been incredibly accurate I always felt a genuine connection with the reader. On top of that, they have a wide variety of classes, so there's always something new to explore. Definitely one of my favorite spiritual shops! Staff at the front are always informative and friendly as well.

I have visited Open Doors in Braintree mass on many occasions when I feel like I second-guess…read moremyself on my own intuition on my own healing, bright light. And I never leave there without feeling satisfied with my readings. And the very last time I was there, she explained to me that not only was a healer, in a sense I could help other people more. She inspired me. I bought my first two sets of tarot cards. I bought a beautiful Wind-chime that I leave on my deck it hangs over my deck gardens. And I also I'm looking forward to taking some Reiki classes here . I'm sure many other classes I'll be interested into. I've also purchased several different stones that I carry with me in my pocketbook to protect me while I'm driving. I also put stones inside my zipped pillowcase to help me sleep and stay protected from darkness.. My favorite thing are my Sage and my cleansing candles alongside my protection spray that she recommended that smells wonderful and alongside my spirit guides protecting me, I do feel like the spray helps.. Every time I walk into Open Doors , I'm greeted with such welcoming individuals. You feel like you're home. They're right there to share stories or help you find what you need. I'm looking forward to going back whenever I can. Thank you so much Open Doors sincerely, Jenny Folco.