Tiny Trekkers | April (Tues) | Spring Chorus Tiny Trekkers classes are designed to create a foundation of love and respect for the natural world. Active play in nature between caregivers and children provides lasting impressions. Join a Ridges Sanctuary educator in gentle hiking, songs, and endless possibilities for exploration and experimentation. This program is […]
Roots & Rocks: Exploring Flora of the Niagara Escarpment Join us for an informative presentation on the diverse and stunning flora of the Niagara Escarpment in Door County. Discover the unique plant species and ecosystems that make this region a botanical treasure and contribute to its remarkable landscape. Hosted by the Greater Escarpment Organization of […]
Tiny Trekkers | April (Fri) | Spring Chorus Tiny Trekkers classes are designed to create a foundation of love and respect for the natural world. Active play in nature between caregivers and children provides lasting impressions. Join a Ridges Sanctuary educator in gentle hiking, songs, and endless possibilities for exploration and experimentation. This program is […]
Tiny Trekkers | April (Tues) | Spring Chorus Tiny Trekkers classes are designed to create a foundation of love and respect for the natural world. Active play in nature between caregivers and children provides lasting impressions. Join a Ridges Sanctuary educator in gentle hiking, songs, and endless possibilities for exploration and experimentation. This program is […]
Tiny Trekkers | April (Fri) | Spring Chorus Tiny Trekkers classes are designed to create a foundation of love and respect for the natural world. Active play in nature between caregivers and children provides lasting impressions. Join a Ridges Sanctuary educator in gentle hiking, songs, and endless possibilities for exploration and experimentation. This program is […]
Crane Symposium Join us for a weekend in celebration of Wisconsin Cranes! Saturday, April 12 @ 5:30 am-7:30 am - Midwest Crane Count Saturday, April 12 @ 8 am-9 am - Crane Count Breakfast Social for Crane Count Participants Saturday, April 12 @ 10 am-11:45 am - Crane Nest Habitat Hike Saturday, April 12 @ […]
Crane Nest Habitat Hike Join Naturalists Jane Whitney and Julie Knox on a hike to a potential crane nesting habitat to learn more about what makes the wetlands of Door County the perfect crane nesting habitat. Suitable for ages 12 & Up. Meet at the Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center. Will carpool to hike location. Accessibility […]
Crane Symposium Keynote Reception & Presentation Visit us at The Ridges for a reception to see artwork by photographer Len Villano highlighting Sandhill Cranes found in Wisconsin. Drinks and light hors d’oeuvres will be available while you enjoy the exhibit. The Keynote Presentation will follow the reception. Anne Lacy, Director of Eastern Flyway Programs – […]
Chick Chats Story Hour Bring your budding birders and naturalists to a Chick Chats Story Hour! Join Ridges staff to read stories and learn about why sandhill cranes make the long journey north each spring, and how they do it. This program includes information about cranes and fun activities to excite kids about this special […]
Crane Nest Habitat Hike Join Naturalists Jane Whitney and Julie Knox on a hike to a potential crane nesting habitat to learn more about what makes the wetlands of Door County the perfect crane nesting habitat. Suitable for ages 12 & Up. Meet at the Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center. Will carpool to hike location. Accessibility […]
Kids Birding 101 Hike Interested in birding as a family? Join us for a fun program where kids will learn the basics of bird watching, including how to identify some common birds found in Door County! We’ll begin at the Nature Center for a brief introduction before heading down the Hidden Brook Boardwalk to see […]
Tiny Trekkers | April (Tues) | Spring Chorus Tiny Trekkers classes are designed to create a foundation of love and respect for the natural world. Active play in nature between caregivers and children provides lasting impressions. Join a Ridges Sanctuary educator in gentle hiking, songs, and endless possibilities for exploration and experimentation. This program is […]
Tiny Trekkers | April (Fri) | Spring Chorus Tiny Trekkers classes are designed to create a foundation of love and respect for the natural world. Active play in nature between caregivers and children provides lasting impressions. Join a Ridges Sanctuary educator in gentle hiking, songs, and endless possibilities for exploration and experimentation. This program is […]
Earth Week: Ridges Roadside Clean Up Help us celebrate Earth Week at The Ridges by participating in a roadside clean up around The Ridges and down Ridges Road! We want to help keep our surroundings clean and beautiful while making sure we dispose of garbage collected appropriately. Perfect for individuals, families, or groups looking for […]
Earth Week: 2nd Annual Forest School Artist Reception Celebrate Earth Day with students who attend The Ridges Forest School for the Second Annual Earth Day Art Show! Various pieces created by the students will be on display in the nature center throughout Earth Week.
Tiny Trekkers | April (Tues) | Spring Chorus Tiny Trekkers classes are designed to create a foundation of love and respect for the natural world. Active play in nature between caregivers and children provides lasting impressions. Join a Ridges Sanctuary educator in gentle hiking, songs, and endless possibilities for exploration and experimentation. This program is […]
Earth Week: Roundtable Discussion on Reforestation Join experts in the community for a roundtable discussion on reforestation. Learn about the new Boreal & Temperate Mesic Forest Climate Survivability project on which Climate Change Coalition of Door County, Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership, and The Ridges Sanctuary are embarking and what it means for the future of […]
Tiny Trekkers | April (Fri) | Spring Chorus Tiny Trekkers classes are designed to create a foundation of love and respect for the natural world. Active play in nature between caregivers and children provides lasting impressions. Join a Ridges Sanctuary educator in gentle hiking, songs, and endless possibilities for exploration and experimentation. This program is […]
Tiny Trekkers | May (Tues) | Wildflower Wonder Tiny Trekkers classes are designed to create a foundation of love and respect for the natural world. Active play in nature between caregivers and children provides lasting impressions. Join a Ridges Sanctuary educator in gentle hiking, songs, and endless possibilities for exploration and experimentation. This program is […]
Sanctuary Guided Hikes - Spring in the Sanctuary Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the Sanctuary habitats, and what makes the Sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! May is a magical […]
Tiny Trekkers | May (Fri) | Wildflower Wonder Tiny Trekkers classes are designed to create a foundation of love and respect for the natural world. Active play in nature between caregivers and children provides lasting impressions. Join a Ridges Sanctuary educator in gentle hiking, songs, and endless possibilities for exploration and experimentation. This program is […]
Sanctuary Guided Hikes - Spring in the Sanctuary Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the Sanctuary habitats, and what makes the Sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! May is a magical […]
Spring Frog Chorus at The Ridges Sanctuary Twilight inspires a frog chorus at The Ridges Sanctuary! After a short indoor program to learn about Door County frogs and their life cycles, we will hike into The Ridges to listen for frogs. Suitable for ages 8 & up. Accessibility Considerations: The hike portion of this program […]
Sanctuary Guided Hikes - Spring in the Sanctuary Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the Sanctuary habitats, and what makes the Sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! May is a magical […]
Woodcock Watch at The Ridges Sanctuary Enjoy a chance to experience firsthand what Aldo Leopold described as the “sky dance”. After a short indoor presentation to learn about woodcocks, head into the field to watch them engage in their ethereal courtship display. Suitable for ages 10 & up Accessibility Considerations: The hike portion of this […]
