norman bird sanctuary

We took the ridge trail with 8 people in our group including three children ages 7, 10, and 12. It was a really nice Forrest walk up a fairly flat trail with sloping rock path at the end. Solid footwear a must. The end point is a rocky outcropping looking over Gardiner's pond and second Beach. Probably took an hour each way at a leisurely pace. Good exercise and way to get into nature.

We love the Sanctuary! They have many beautiful trails, our favorite is Hanging Rock where you can climb up out onto beautiful rocks and have a picnic as you overlook the ocean. The end of the hike is something on which to be watchful and careful. They host a lovely summer camp and programs through out the year.

Unlike other reviewers, we came here for a corporate event, and our visit was limited to dinner. As we arrived, a host was waiting for us at the parking lot. We were taken to our venue right away. As we got in the door, the staff were ready and lined up with drinks and snacks. All in all, excellent planning and execution. We had ordered a clam bake, and it was a good choice. Everyone in the group thoroughly enjoyed their meal and the hospitality. I would really like to return in daylight to enjoy the paths.

Hanging Rock, on grounds of Norman Bird Sanctuary is not where hangings took place but a promontory overlooking Second Beach and a portal to another dimension. Located on land once owned by Abe Lincoln's g.g.g.g.grandfather, over the centuries it was frequented and inspired philosophers, theologians, artists, writers like George Berkeley, Channing, Wm & Henry James, John LaFarge, Wm. t. Richards, John Clarke, Herbert Spencer etc. Enjoy the fauna and flora, and the view. Check out the scheduled nature activities. Wear good hiking boots or shoes. Bring binoculars, camera, walking stick, Celebrex, and your Peterson Guides. Ironically J.W. Booth's brother's home, Boothden, is about a mile away.

We go to the Normal Bird Sanctuary over and over. There is an education center, a small gift shop and short trails. It is educational, fun and you can get exercise. A great place for a short family outing.

We are regular goers of the Norman Bird Sanctuary's annual "Birds & Breakfast" each year, & choose to regularly invite several friends to join us as our guests. It's a 'rite-of-passage' of sorts... a celebration of Spring's coming. There are several 'breakfast seatings' to accommodate the attendees... & guided 'bird-walks' every few minutes... combined with breathtaking views out over the Meadows & the Atlantic. In short, their buffet-breakfast this year was delicious, & the weather the epitome of a 'Jamestown sparkler'... a term my father taught me as a young boy. It was indeed a fine morning for all... & which only got better!

This sanctuary has miles of trails in their rocky woodland and other areas. This year we found a nice number and variety of fruit-eating birds. Last year we hiked one of the ridges, enjoying the views. There is an entrance fee.

I love the woodsy trails and woodland pond, and especially the panoramic view of Sachuest Beach from the top of Hanging Rock.

Helpful woman at the welcome center who gave us recommendations on what trail to do. Trails are not difficult. We did the hanging rock trail . One area is a little rocky but fine if you have sneakers or hiking shoes. Top of the trail overlooks the ocean and is beautiful. Would be niceto bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the views. There is an admission fee of $6.00 per person which goes towards educational programs. After the easy hike head to Greenvale Vineyard for some wine! Saturdays they have afternoon Jazz.

I love bird sanctuaries and walking trails and while this one has a modest trail fee of six dollars, it still isn't worthwhile. Trails aren't marked - actually they are barely trails - difficult to walk on - just barely a path into the woods.While there is staff on hand to help out - try and get two words out of them.There are too many good and similar places in the area to bother with this one.

The walk at the nature center is well worth it. A well marked trail up to Hanging Rock with a perfect view of the Second Beach; Sakonnet River and the Sachuest State Park. The trail requires good shoes (sneakers are ok) because there are two rock scrambles. Probably not good for very young children. The hike was well worth the effort. Hike is about 2 miles round trip.

At the welcome center the young man who took our admission payment said that his favorite was the ridge trail. He said it would take us about 40 minutes. It took us 1 hour and 45 minutes, largely because there was a lot of climbing on rocks, up and down. Even so, it was a beautiful trail, and by the end of it, we were happy to have done it. There are other easier trails on the property that provide woodland views. The ridge trail offers some views of water as well.

Imagine being able to hike your way through the gorgeous Newport, Rhode Island, the Norman Bird Sanctuary helps you achieve this. The Norman Bird Sanctuary is a nature preserve located on Aquidneck Island in the town of Middletown, Rhode Island. The trails are gorgeous and lead all the way around the island. Not only can you walk the trails at your own leisure but camps and trail groups are also available. Coming to the camps that Norman Bird Sanctuary offers has run in my family for as long as I can remember. It isn’t a complete summer without spending a week or two at the amazing camps that they offer. The consolers are always so kind and have a large amount of knowledge about the world around them; they make these simple trails into seven days of fun. The camps they offer accept all ages and experience levels. You get make lifetime friends while experiencing the beauty that you wouldn’t have ever been able to see. For me and my family this camp is very important. All of us live on separate sides of the U.S, and it allows us to spend a week of fun together doing what we love to do. Even if you aren’t an “outdoorsy type” you can still have a great time. The sanctuary incorporates all aspects of day camps that appeal to all; they offer crafts, hiking, games, songs, and any other activity that a camp could offer. The Norman Bird Sanctuary is one of my favorite places to go when I come to Middletown in the summer. Even if you’re walking through the trails on your own the experience you receive is relaxing and refreshing. The trails lead you all along the small island, including the beach and all of the history this island has to offer. I would recommend this attraction to anyone who is thinking of visiting this island, I have been visiting for as long as I can remember and I will never get tired of it. In my eyes it is one of the most important places to visit here in Middletown. Make sure to put this on your to-do list for Rhode Island!

Very nice facilit thathas great walking trails through natural environment of Aquidneck Island, culminating in a nice overlook of Second Beach. A nice example of how Aquidneck Island used to be.

If you like to walk these trails are great and animal watching.this place is very serene I liked the pure beauty