Rhode Island is one of the most heavily developed states in the
country, but there are still some beautiful open spaces, forests and
farmland left in Rhode Island that should be preserved forever. From
South County to Aquidneck
Island to the northwestern corner of the state, there are natural
treasures that are a big part of what makes Rhode Island special.
Our
natural areas provide us with clean, plentiful water, beautiful places
to take our families on a swim or nature hike, and give us a glimpse
into what Rhode Island was like before development took hold.
Unfortunately,
the pressures of development are threatening these special places.
Parts of Rhode Island’s remaining forests, working farms, and natural
areas have all been destroyed in recent years to make room for new
strip malls, subdivisions and other developments. It’s time for our
elected officials to stand up to the developers and make sure more of
Rhode Island’s remaining open spaces, including all state lands
currently managed as open space, are permanently preserved.
