Seal Tour of Prudence Island
Two Dates Offered
Enjoy a beautiful afternoon on Prudence Island and look for winter wildlife. Make a few stops around the island, including the south end, which is home to a large wintering population of harbor seals. Learn about the natural history of seals while viewing them from the shoreline (or the comfort of a heated van!). Keep an eye out for the many species of ducks and waterfowl that spend the winter here.
What to Bring: snacks/drinks; camera/binoculars (we'll have extra binoculars to share), warm clothing and comfortable footwear Registration is required due to limited van space. Ferry ticket is not included in the price and is about $12 round trip/adult and $6/child. You will depart on the 1:30 pm ferry from Bristol, arriving on Prudence at 2:00 pm; the return trip will depart Prudence at 6:00 pm and arrive in Bristol at 6:30 pm.
Narragansett Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, Prudence Island, RI; February 21, March 7, 2019; 1:30-6:30 pm; Program Fee: $8/member adult, $4/member child; $12/non-member adult, $8/non-member child. Ages: 8 and up .