Conanicut Island Land Trust

Conanicut Island Land Trust Organization to promote the preservation of natural resources in Jamestown, RI

The Conanicut Island Land Trust is dedicated to preserving the island's natural resources and open spaces for the benefit of the entire community. To achieve these goals, the Land Trust accepts gifts, usually of land, conservation easements, or development rights from individuals who wish to see their land preserved.

06/19/2026

First pour of Godena Farm Wildflower Honey.

06/15/2026

Well this was exciting - during the RI Beekeepers Meeting at Godena Farm a swarm happened in hive 5 our 9th this season! The swarm went right into a nuc box and is now a new colony.

On Sunday, June 14 we are hosting the RI Beekeepers meeting at the Godena Farm Apiary from 1 to 4. There will bee a lot ...
06/11/2026

On Sunday, June 14 we are hosting the RI Beekeepers meeting at the Godena Farm Apiary from 1 to 4. There will bee a lot of cars in the parking area, all are welcome to attend. Information is on the link below.

I can’t believe that, after having been breathless with anticipation coming out of February, I’m already looking backward at March, April and May to plan out what I’m going to do differently next year. Different splitting strategies, different mite management strategies, and different time man...

05/31/2026

Busy swarm season for the Jamestown Swarm Chasers, this is the 9th one captured in a one mile radius of the Jamestown Shores - an easy rescue! Our beekeeper Jim Turenne, says the wet, cold month of May kept the bees in their hives and they made queens which caused the old queen to leave with about 10,000 workers as a way colonies reproduce.

Some photos of our outdoor classroom project with the 4th graders at Melrose school.
05/30/2026

Some photos of our outdoor classroom project with the 4th graders at Melrose school.

First honeybee swarm of the season, must be after Mother's day! If you see a cluster of bees do not kill them call our J...
05/13/2026

First honeybee swarm of the season, must be after Mother's day! If you see a cluster of bees do not kill them call our Jamestown Swarmchasers 401-490-1214 and we will rescue them and give them a new home. This one is not at the Godena Farm apiary.

04/06/2026

Releasing the new queen from Hive 3, she is marked with white paint.

Just installed two packages of honeybees, that makes it four colonies for the spring nectar flow!
04/03/2026

Just installed two packages of honeybees, that makes it four colonies for the spring nectar flow!

Lot of pollen coming into the hives today!
03/09/2026

Lot of pollen coming into the hives today!

02/15/2026

Checked on the honeybees last weekend and they are doing great, feeding on sugar candy during the day. Just need to get through March.

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891 N Main Road
Jamestown, RI
02835

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+14014901214

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