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December 2019
CLOSED – Christmas Day (Trails Open)
Christmas Day - CLOSED
Find out more »January 2020
April 2020
Midwest Crane Count- CANCELLED
The primary purposes of the Crane Count are to help monitor the abundance and distribution of cranes in the Upper Midwest and to introduce people to cranes and their natural environment. Counters are needed to survey for cranes on designated sites throughout Door County. No previous experience needed. End the morning with coffee and donuts at the Cook-Fuller Center. Contact Matt Peter for more information about the Crane Count and other citizen monitoring volunteer opportunities: matt@ridgessanctuary.org or 920-839-2802 …
Find out more »June 2020
2020 Backpack Adventure Camp: Session 1
For Ages 4-6 & Ages 7-11 Cost for the week: $300 members, $360 non-members
Find out more »July 2020
Guided Sanctuary Hikes 10:00AM
Join a Ridges naturalist for an exploration out on the trails. Learn about the cultural and natural history of one of the most biologically diverse properties in the Midwest! Depending on the week, experience the variations of wildflowers, insects and birds the Sanctuary has to offer. Hikes are appropriate for all ages. Wear appropriate hiking attire. *Pre-Registration Required Fee: $5 - Members • $8 - Public • Free - Under 18
Find out more »2020 Backpack Adventure Camp: Session 2
For Ages 4-6 & Ages 7-11 Cost for the week: $300 members, $360 nonmembers
Find out more »August 2021
Monarch Madness
JOIN US FOR A MONARCH FILLED DAY! Throughout the summer, staff at The Ridges rear Monarchs, from tiny caterpillar to chrysalis to butterfly. Against all odds, these butterflies will migrate all the way down to the mountains of Mexico in the winter. We help Monarchs survive by providing protected habitat in which they can breed, grow, and find food sources. Join us on Saturday, August 28th to learn more about monarchs and how we can help them! Screening: Flight of…
Find out more »March 2022
Blue Bird Nest Box Workshop
Eastern bluebird populations are back on the rise thanks to the help of nest box building enthusiasts! Continue to help by learning what bluebirds need to survive and creating a nest box to take home. Charlotte Lukes will be joining us to teach us why assisting these little bluebirds is so important. Tools and materials for one box provided. Preregistration is required! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Fee: $15 - Members • $20 - Public • $5 - Kids, Additional kits…
Find out more »June 2023
Lake Lesson: Insects Bug Me with Charlotte Lukes
Explore the world of insects with Naturalist Charlotte Lukes. Have you ever wanted to learn more about the most diverse group of organisms in the world? Charlotte will go over the biology and ecology of the class Insecta in this un-bee-lievable presentation. This is a free event. However, there is limited seating. Please register to reserve your seat. Click here to register
Find out more »August 2023
Natural Landscape Photography 101 with Andrew Pirrung
Learn the basics of natural landscape photography in the first workshop of the two-part workshop series with Door County photographer Andrew Pirrung. Whether you're a beginner to photography, or you want to brush up on your landscape photography skills, Andrew will guide you through the basics of the art form, giving you tips and tricks to get the perfect shots. This workshop will include a classroom presentation and field component so you can practice the skills you learn in real…
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