TRAILS
Head outside for a breath of fresh air , get some mental clarity ( and even a bit of exercise ) and take a hike .
Ballard Park This park is essentially a quarry that has trails going around it . Check out the overlooks , which include a thirty-foot cliff overlooking an open meadow . The trails are short and this is a very kid-friendly hike . Wickham Road , Newport
Chase Farm This 1.7-mile loop is an easy walk with beautiful views . Visit the butterfly garden , bring the dogs and pack a picnic . This plot of land is easily accessible for the whole fam . 667 Great Rd ., Lincoln
Connors Farm This spot is quiet and the entrance is in a residential neighborhood . While it ’ s not very well known , the Smithfield Land Trust calls it one of the most scenic trails they offer . There are some overlooks and beautiful stone walls to see . 24 Connors Farm Rd ., Smithfield
Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge Catch a glimpse of wildlife at one of the Audubon Society of Rhode Island ’ s wildlife refuges . Its ample scenery includes roughly 1,013 acres of fields , diverse forest habitats including a pond , streams , a waterfall and even a historic cemetery . Pardon Joslin Road , Exeter
Goddard Park Goddard Park is a popular spot in the West Bay for visitors throughout the year . Pack a picnic or a ball , bat and mitt to play catch on the spacious lawns . Or , take a walk on the forest trails and see a variety of different tree species . 1095 Ives Rd ., Warwick
Get Your Juice On
Bevvies , a nickname for the word beverages , is an East Bay juicery and smoothie bar owned by Emma McVeigh , nestled in the heart of Warren . Both McVeigh and her husband love to make their own juices and smoothies and have a passion for healthy , clean eating . Bevvies uses fresh , never frozen produce and locally sourced ingredients when possible .
Before ordering , consider this :
The most popular juice is the Liquid Sunshine , made with carrots , kale , oranges , strawberries , and apples . The most popular smoothie is the Muscle Beach , made with strawberries , blueberries , bananas , vanilla whey protein , peanut butter and almond milk .
Bevvies offers açaí bowls alongside their drinks . An açaí bowl is essentially a thicker smoothie in bowl form , with organic açaí juice as the base . Plus , it has a bunch of delicious toppings . The smoothie bowls are beneficial when looking for a healthier meal , extra protein and adding more fresh fruits and vegetables into your diet .
Shots are on the menu , too . They pack in vitamins , minerals and nutrients into a small amount of beverage .
There ’ s an allergy shot made with bee pollen ( yes , you read that correctly ). The allergy shot is not only delicious — it contains freshly made pineapple juice — but it can also help with seasonal allergies . Bee pollen is high in antioxidants and has anti-microbial properties , too .
Consider a juice cleanse . The juice cleanse contains five different juices and are customizable . Juice cleansing is beneficial for people who want to include more fruits and vegetables into their diet , regulate their digestion or have an overall body reset . Bevvies offers one- to five-day juice cleanses .
436 Main St ., Warren , 245-2245 , bevviesbar . com
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Lincoln Woods State Park Nestled between Route 146 and Route 123 , Lincoln Woods State Park is one of Blackstone Valley ’ s treasures . This 3.1-mile trail and open green space is a popular spot where visitors can enjoy trout fishing , playing ball , hiking , jogging and more . 2 Manchester Print Works Rd ., Lincoln | | CONTINUED ON PAGE 112
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