Sanctuary Story Hour Bring your budding naturalists to our Sanctuary Story Hour! A Ridges staff member will read a nature-themed story featuring a species or habitat in the Sanctuary. At the end of the story, make a fun nature craft to take home before heading out to explore the trails and swales! Suitable for families […]
Sanctuary Guided Hikes - Orchid Observations 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! Each month’s guided hike follows a […]
Stewardship Workshop: Invasive Species Become your own land steward through our Stewardship Workshop series this summer at The Ridges! These workshops will focus on local environmental issues and what landowners can do to better manage and protect their own property. Land Manager Sam Hoffman will lead discussions and demonstrate different techniques ranging from plant identification […]
Sanctuary Guided Hikes - Orchid Observations 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! Each month’s guided hike follows a […]
Sanctuary Guided Hikes - Orchid Observations 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! Each month’s guided hike follows a […]
Rocks & Ledges: Appel's Bluff Geology Hike Ever wonder what Door County looked like 5,000 years ago? 10,000 years ago? What about 450 million years ago? Discover ancient shorelines of the Door Peninsula at The Ridges Appel’s Bluff property! Learn about the geology, plants, and habitats of the surrounding landscape, and current Ridges research efforts […]
Sanctuary Guided Hikes - Orchid Observations 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! Each month’s guided hike follows a […]
Sanctuary Guided Hikes - Orchid Observations 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! Each month’s guided hike follows a […]
Gaining Ground: Climate Resiliency Hike with Community Experts The future of our planet seems pretty bleak these days. But it doesn’t have to be all doom and despair! The Ridges Sanctuary and our partners are working on incredible research projects in an effort to build climate resiliency in our community. Join us for a hike […]
June Early Bird Hikes Head out with Ridges Naturalists to learn and identify the morning birds at the Sanctuary and surrounding Baileys Harbor habitats. Make sure you bring your binoculars! You won’t want to miss our early morning friends! Suitable for ages 12 and up. Accessibility Considerations: Uneven surfaces, early morning program. Distance: 0.5-1 mile […]
Sanctuary Guided Hikes - Orchid Observations 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! Each month’s guided hike follows a […]
Sanctuary Guided Hikes - Orchid Observations 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! Each month’s guided hike follows a […]
