Parents

"Roger Williams Park Zoo strives to engage guests in an extraordinary and unique educational experience to improve their understanding of and appreciation for the natural world.  We contribute significantly to the conservation of our earth’s animals, plants and other natural resources by challenging ourselves and our audience to act as responsible environmental stewards.

"Roger Williams Park Zoo is supported and managed by the Rhode Island Zoological Society and is owned by the City of Providence."

- From the website, July 8, 2018

"RI Families in Nature is a free group, open to families of all ages and abilities. We try to connect people with resources and events such as kid-friendly hikes and activities to help you get outside more with your family!"

-From the website, July 7, 2018

This website has a great map of places to hike in Rhode Island, tips for hiking with kids, as well as a Hiking Guide for families.

This is an education center for the National Wildlife Refuge Complex in Rhode Island.

"The Rhode Island Fruit Growers Association, made up of over 30 local farmers, has grown high quality fresh fruits and vegetables for Rhode Island for 100 years. The Rhode Island Fruit Growers Association began in 1913 with a group of dedicated apple orchardists from Providence and Kent Counties. Over the years, RIFGA has expanded to include growers of many tree fruits, as well as berries."

- From the website, July 20, 2018

"RIEEA is a collaborative network of individuals and organizations committed to environmental education.  We are a federally recognized 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

"Norman Bird Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary and environmental education center with more than 325 acres of diverse habitats and 7 miles of hiking trails." - From the website, July 6, 2018

The Blackstone Parks Conservancy is dedicated to the preservation and stewardship of historic Blackstone Park Conservation District and Blackstone Boulevard. They maintain these parks in partnership with the Providence Parks Department.

[Sometimes the group may be called Blackstone Park Conservancy, but it actually cares for two parks. - ed.]