Tree Walk at Mount Hope Farm with Matt Largess

Join the Bristol Land Conservation Trust on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at Mount Hope Farm, 250 Metacom Ave., Bristol, RI from 5:30-7:30 p.m. for a guided tree walk by well-known arborist Matt “Twig” Largess - Voice of the Forest.

Matt is a seasoned arborist, who owns his own business Largess Forestry in North Kingstown, but also travels the eastern seaboard in search of Champion Trees in Old Growth Forests. On this walk we will focus on the significant trees of Mount Hope Farm (MHF), many of which are native to the U.S. Thanks to the MHF staff, Matt Largess and volunteers, Mount Hope Farm is a designated arboretum. We’ll learn what makes a healthy tree, their role in nature, and some of the common threats. If you’re not a tree hugger now, you will be after this walk!

Meet at the barn at 5:30 PM, and wear comfortable walking shoes. Light refreshments will be served afterwards. There is a $15 charge, maximum of $25 for families, cash or check only payable at the door. BLCT members are free. Parking is in the main parking area below the barn. The rain-date is Wednesday, June 14 at 5:30 PM.

Questions, contact Ray Payson 401-225-4903 or contact the BLCT at [BristolLandTrust@gmail.com](mailto:BristolLandTrust@gmail.com).