Holiday rentals in Portsmouth

Once we have arrived at the parking area, we will take a short walk on a cobble-lined beach to one of Rhode Island's prime fossil hunting areas. I will provide an overview of the geological history of the area, show a few examples of the fossils that may be discovered, and go over basic techniques for fossil hunting. Guests will have a little over an hour to hunt for fossils. I will be right there with you, lending a helping hand and helping you identify any potential fossil finds! Other things to note Walking to the site may involve walking on slippery rocks. Fossil hunting is a physical process, so please make sure you are capable of using a hammer and lifting rocks. I am more than happy to help you! Finally, fossil hunting is fickle... there are no guarantees on what you may find on any day.

Seaweed pressing was a popular art form during the Victorian era when people summered on the coast and has a direct history to Newport. We will be working at tables set up with seaweed filled trays to study the different species and speculate on collage combinations. Other materials are rag paper, blotter paper, towels, nylon cloth, cardboard and weights. Small tools, such as tweezers, scissors, toothpicks and soft bristle brushes are also used as needed. Once the seaweed is positioned on the paper as desired, and the excess water removed, it is ready for pressing. The collage is transferred to fresh blotter paper with the nylon cloth placed on top to prevent sticking, then sandwiched into cardboard. The package is placed onto a flat surface and weighted down. The element of surprise is also a factor in this process and you won’t know what the end result will be until it is completely dry. The drying time is usually a couple of days to a week and you will leave with your pressing to continue the process at home. Other things to note In this workshop you will definitely be getting your hands wet! Handling seaweed and working with ocean water are part of the tactile process.

First, bring a mask. We'll start on the river in front the silver circle sculpture and then weave around Brown University and College Hill, stopping to talk at lookouts, colonial sites, public sculptures, hidden gardens, and, for Crimetown fans, the scene of the "Nightmare on Power Street. " Roger Williams called Rhode Island a "lively experiment." I'll do my best to report how it worked out for Rhode Island and the nation. The walk is just two miles and should take about 2 hours. It's hilly. So bring good shoes.

Must love goats is our motto here at Hidden Brook Acres! Come explore the daily happenings on a goat dairy farm. Immerse yourself in the presence of our nigerian dwarf goats, the miniature breed of dairy goat. Goat snuggling is always a big hit with adults and children alike! Come spend some time sitting in the pasture with our herd. Depending on the season we could be on dry lot (dirt paddock) or green grass. Kidding season begins in the spring, book for April/May sessions to snuggle newborn (goat) kids! Our seasoned farmers, as your hosts, will provide you with information on dairy goats and answer all of your questions as you relax within the herd. This experience guarantees time relaxing in a field of goats, observing herd dynamics, an educational Q&A with a knowledgeable goat farmer, and if you choose there are plenty of farm chores for getting your hands dirty! Farming and working with animals can be unpredictable so you never know what you might experience making each visit unique. The nigerian dwarf goats that reside on our homestead receive quality humane care. We adhere to the American Dairy Goat Association’s 5 Freedoms of Dairy Goat Well-Being. This is an outdoor experience and weather can play a factor in bookings.

You get to relax and enjoy the experience of riding a battery powered mountain bike through beautiful country scenes. This is a moderate exercise activity suitable for young and older guests. The 7 speed mountain bikes are equipped with large capacity Li-Ion battery packs that allow both pedal assisted biking (PAS) at 5 different assist levels: from minimal assist all the way up to completely pedal-free cruising. Following the route we’ve planned you'll enjoy some of our quiet country roads, cruising by peaceful apple orchards, working farms with cows and horses out to pasture, lakes and streams, waterfalls and many other country settings. How do you like them apples? Stop and pick some up at Knight's Farm Apple Orchards. Sample some local honey at a farm stand, grab a quick bite at Cold Brook Cafe. Other things to note You should be comfortable with biking in general and you should expect some traffic as make your way to the more remote biking routes. All guests must sign waivers and safety documents. All guests must wear the supplied approved bike helmet (unless you have your own) while riding.