Physical Vitality: Building Robust Foundations for Crop Success
Join us for an immersive journey into the fundamentals of soil health with our Physical Vitality workshop. Delve into the intricate world beneath our feet as we explore the essential components that shape soil structure and vitality. Through hands-on demonstrations and interactive activities, participants will gain a deep understanding of soil physical properties, including structure, porosity, and compaction. Equipped with tools such as penetrometers, shovels, and infiltration rings, attendees will learn how to assess and evaluate these critical aspects of soil health directly on the farm.
Whether you’re a seasoned agricultural professional or a curious novice, this workshop offers valuable insights and practical skills to enhance your understanding of soil and optimize farm management practices. If you attended any of last year’s Physical Soil Health workshops, this is a great opportunity to review what you’ve learned as well as see these principles applied at another location.
When:
May 30, 2025
10 am – 2 pm EST
Where:
New Entry Sustainable Farming Project
733 Cabot Street
Beverly, MA
Native Voices of the Land
A Fundraising Event Celebrating Indigenous Land Stewardship & Conservation
The Pocasset Pokanoket Land Trust (PPLT) and Wainer Woods, in collaboration with the Sand Hill Band of Lenape & Cherokee, present “Native Voices of the Land,” a fundraising event bringing together Native peoples from across the Eastern seaboard with non-Native friends and allies to share perspectives on land stewardship, strategies for reclaiming ancestral lands, and cultural revitalization efforts. The event will feature the Eastern Medicine Singers, panel discussions with tribal leaders, and the world premiere of the documentary “Diligence” by Brooklyn Demme, which documents the struggle to regain control of a tribal burial ground.
When:
Saturday, June 7, 2025
2 pm – 6:30 pm EST
Where:
Weatherlow Farms
Westport, MA
Sponsored by:
Westport Cultural Council, Westport River Watershed Alliance, and Gerald & Maureen Sheehan
Tickets:
- Advance Tickets: $15 (available below)
- Tickets at Door: $20
- Kids Under 16: Free
Who
- Robert Cox/Chief 2 Running Elk: War Chief of the Pocasset Wampanoag Tribe of the Pokanoket Nation, founder of Wainer Woods.
- Carrie Jones: First woman tribal council member of the Sandhill Band of Lenape Indians and subject of the film “Diligence”
- Brooklyn Demme: Filmmaker and community advocate, Director of “Diligence” and Founder of Truth 2 Power
- Chief Wunnanumwau Tom Frederick: Algonquin descendant, healthcare professional and Founder of OMC Faith and Peaceful Gathering Place, Inc.
- Chief Daryl Jamieson/Chief Black Eagle: Vice Chairman of the Pocasset Wampanoag Tribe Pokonoket Nation and member of the Eastern Medicine Singers
- Additional tribal members of the Pocasset Wampanoag Tribe and Sand Hill Band of Lenape & Cherokee in attendance.
Event Highlights
- 1:45 pm: Eastern Medicine Singers performance featuring Pocasset Wampanoag tribal members
- 2:30 pm: Panel of Tribal Leaders discussing Native land reclamation and stewardship strategies, moderated by historian David Cole
- 4:00 pm: Film Premiere of “Diligence” by Brooklyn Demme and other short films addressing Native struggles. Q&A to follow.
Throughout the event there will be:
- Native Seed Swap open to the public
- Information Tables from South Coast nonprofits including Westport’s Wainer Woods, Westport River Watershed Alliance, PPLT, and Westport Historical Society
- Networking Opportunities between Native and non-Native communities
Why It Matter
Indigenous communities across the Northeast are working to revitalize ecosystems by reclaiming stewardship of their ancestral lands, integrating traditional knowledge to foster biodiversity and sustainable practices. This event continues the South Coast’s tradition of cultural connection with Native peoples, following successful prior events including the building of a Wetu at Round the Bend Farm and the burning of a Mishoon at the Westport Town Farm.
The event will showcase the ongoing work at Wainer Woods, a 50-acre farm off Drift Road being revitalized as a Native community center by Robert Cox/Chief Two Running Elk, a descendant of Paul Cuffe. A portion of proceeds from this event will be donated to the Wainer Woods restoration program under the PPLT umbrella.
Community Benefits
- Building bridges between Native and non-Native peoples
- Educational opportunities about indigenous cultural lifeways
- Introduction to Wainer Woods and its revitalization efforts
- Strengthening South Coast cultural identity through connection with Native heritage
- Networking opportunities with tribal members from multiple nations
- Access to conservation and agricultural resources through PPLT
Background
Tribal Nations along the Eastern Seaboard were among the first to experience the impacts of colonialism, having lost hundreds of acres of lands through forced removal, broken treaties, and unjust policies. Indigenous land reclamation is an ongoing movement seeking to restore sustainable land management tied to Native lifeways. In 2024, the PPLT, in collaboration with the RI Department of Environmental Management, reclaimed a 40-acre parcel of ancestral tribal land in Tiverton, RI.
Native Voices of the Land
A Fundraising Event Celebrating Indigenous Land Stewardship & Conservation
The Pocasset Pokanoket Land Trust (PPLT) and Wainer Woods, in collaboration with the Sand Hill Band of Lenape & Cherokee, present “Native Voices of the Land,” a fundraising event bringing together Native peoples from across the Eastern seaboard with non-Native friends and allies to share perspectives on land stewardship, strategies for reclaiming ancestral lands, and cultural revitalization efforts. The event will feature the Eastern Medicine Singers, panel discussions with tribal leaders, and the world premiere of the documentary “Diligence” by Brooklyn Demme.
When:
Saturday, June 7, 2025
2 pm – 6:30 pm EST
Where:
Weatherlow Farms
Westport, MA
Sponsored by:
Westport Cultural Council, Westport River Watershed Alliance, and Gerald & Maureen Sheehan
Tickets:
- Advance Tickets: $20 (available below)
- Tickets at Door: $25
Who
- Robert Cox/Chief 2 Running Elk: War Chief of the Pocasset Wampanoag Tribe of the Pokanoket Nation, founder of Wainer Woods.
- Carrie Jones: First woman tribal council member of the Sandhill Band of Lenape Indians and subject of the film “Diligence”
- Brooklyn Demme: Filmmaker and community advocate, Director of “Diligence” and Founder of Truth 2 Power
- Chief Wunnanumwau Tom Frederick: Algonquin descendant, healthcare professional and Founder of OMC Faith and Peaceful Gathering Place, Inc.
- Chief Daryl Jamieson/Chief Black Eagle: Vice Chairman of the Pocasset Wampanoag Tribe Pokonoket Nation and member of the Eastern Medicine Singers
- Additional tribal members of the Pocasset Wampanoag Tribe and Sand Hill Band of Lenape & Cherokee in attendance.
Event Highlights
- 1:45 pm: Eastern Medicine Singers performance featuring Pocasset Wampanoag tribal members
- 2:30 pm: Panel of Tribal Leaders discussing Native land reclamation and stewardship strategies, moderated by historian David Cole
- 4:00 pm: Film Premiere of “Diligence” by Brooklyn Demme and other short films addressing Native struggles. Q&A to follow.
Throughout the event there will be:
- Native Seed Swap open to the public
- Information Tables from South Coast nonprofits including Westport’s Wainer Woods, Westport River Watershed Alliance, PPLT, and Westport Historical Society
- Networking Opportunities between Native and non-Native communities
Why It Matter
Indigenous communities across the Northeast are working to revitalize ecosystems by reclaiming stewardship of their ancestral lands, integrating traditional knowledge to foster biodiversity and sustainable practices. This event continues the South Coast’s tradition of cultural connection with Native peoples, following successful prior events including the building of a Wetu at Round the Bend Farm and the burning of a Mishoon at the Westport Town Farm.
The event will showcase the ongoing work at Wainer Woods, a 50-acre farm off Drift Road being revitalized as a Native community center by Robert Cox/Chief Two Running Elk, a descendant of Paul Cuffe. A portion of proceeds from this event will be donated to the Wainer Woods restoration program under the PPLT umbrella.
Community Benefits
- Building bridges between Native and non-Native peoples
- Educational opportunities about indigenous cultural lifeways
- Introduction to Wainer Woods and its revitalization efforts
- Strengthening South Coast cultural identity through connection with Native heritage
- Networking opportunities with tribal members from multiple nations
- Access to conservation and agricultural resources through PPLT
Background
Tribal Nations along the Eastern Seaboard were among the first to experience the impacts of colonialism, having lost hundreds of acres of lands through forced removal, broken treaties, and unjust policies. Indigenous land reclamation is an ongoing movement seeking to restore sustainable land management tied to Native lifeways. In 2024, the PPLT, in collaboration with the RI Department of Environmental Management, reclaimed a 40-acre parcel of ancestral tribal land in Tiverton, RI.
