The Ridges Sanctuary

Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
2024-09-25 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-09-26 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-09-27 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-09-28 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-09-30 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-10-01 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-10-02 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-10-03 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) and 4 more dates | Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center, 8166 State Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202, United States
Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike

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! This two hour guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages.

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member $7, 16 & Under Free

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Swales & Ales
2024-09-26 15:00 - 18:00 | Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center, 8166 State Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202, United States
Swales & Ales

Explore the Ridges Sanctuary with Ridges Naturalists and discover what plants in and around Door County might be used to create different flavor profiles when brewing beer. After walking the ridges and discussing some nature inspired brews, we will head over to Sway Brewing to learn about the beer making process. Program fee includes Ridges Pint Glass and Brewery pour. In Partnership with Sway Brewing + Blending – Must be 21 years or older to participate.

When: Thursday, September 26th, 3:00pm – 6:00pm

Fee: Public $35 | Member $30; Pre-registration required.

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Location: Meets at the Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center

Tiny Trekkers | September (Fri) | Five Senses
2024-09-27 08:00 - 17:00 | Ridges Cabins, 8288 County Hwy Q, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202, United States
Tiny Trekkers | September (Fri) | Five Senses

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 suitable for caregivers and children walking-3 years old. Programs are held on Tuesdays and Fridays from 10-11:15AM. There is a new session each month consisting of 3 or 4 programs depending on holiday schedules.

Class will meet at different locations on The Ridges properties each week, allowing trekkers and caregivers to explore new habitats. Every week, the teacher will email all families registered for the class with the meeting location. Please check your email regularly for updates from Ridges teachers!

Cost per caregiver and child duo is $10 per class (must register for entire session). Siblings are welcome to join as long as they are not disruptive of the Trekkers class. If an additional child will be joining you, an additional $5 fee per class applies. Please register all additional children (siblings) over the age of 1!

The Friday September session of Tiny Trekkers focuses on the Five Senses. This session is offered on Fridays from 9/6-9/27.

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Night Hike on the Boardwalk!
2024-09-27 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-10-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center, 8166 State Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202, United States
Night Hike on the Boardwalk!

Owls, bats, and range lights, oh my! Come explore The Ridges at night! We will learn about the creatures that become active after the sun goes down and check out The Range Lights at work as a navigational aid. (Please do not bring any flashlights, light-up shoes, etc. as we want our eyes to adjust to the dark and to be able to see just as the animals do at night).

Fee: Public $15 | Member $12 | 16 & Under $7; Pre-registration is required.

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This program will meet outside of The Ridges Sanctuary Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center (8166 WI-57, Baileys Harbor, WI 54202)*. Ridges staff will provide all hikers with a red flashlight for the duration of the hike. Restrooms are not available on the hike.

These programs are offered Friday evenings in August starting at 8:00pm, September starting at 7:00pm, October starting at 6:00pm, and November starting at 5:00pm. Please be sure to check the date for which you are registering. You are always welcome to call if you’d like to register over the phone or learn more about these experiences.

Fall Workday
2024-09-28 09:00 - 12:00 | Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center, 8166 State Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202, United States
Fall Workday

Love fall and spending time outdoors? Join the Ridges for our Fall Volunteer Workday! Our Fall Workday is open to volunteers of all abilities, ages and skill sets. Activities include garden maintenance, storage organization, and general cleanup and preparation for the winter season. The workday will begin at 9:00 am and end with a lunch at 12:00 pm. For more information and to participate, contact Ridges Land Manager Sam Hoffman at sam@ridgessanctuary.org or call 920-839-2802.

Tiny Trekkers | October (Tues) | Fall Changes
2024-10-01 10:00 - 11:15, 2024-10-08 10:00 - 11:15 | Ridges Cabins, 8288 County Hwy Q, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202, United States
Tiny Trekkers | October (Tues) | Fall Changes

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 suitable for caregivers and children walking-3 years old. Programs are held on Tuesdays and Fridays from 10-11:15AM. There is a new session each month consisting of 3 or 4 programs depending on holiday schedules.

Class will meet at different locations on The Ridges properties each week, allowing trekkers and caregivers to explore new habitats. Every week, the teacher will email all families registered for the class with the meeting location. Please check your email regularly for updates from Ridges teachers!

Cost per caregiver and child duo is $10 per class (must register for entire session). Siblings are welcome to join as long as they are not disruptive of the Trekkers class. If an additional child will be joining you, an additional $5 fee per class applies. Please register all additional children (siblings) over the age of 1!

The Tuesday October session of Tiny Trekkers focuses on Fall Changes. This session is offered on Tuesdays from 10/1-10-22.

Please contact Anna Foster at anna@ridgessanctuary.org with any questions about the Tiny Trekkers program.

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Tiny Trekkers | October (Fri)
2024-10-04 10:00 - 11:15 | Ridges Cabins, 8288 County Hwy Q, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202, United States
Tiny Trekkers | October (Fri)

This program is for caregivers and children who are walking through 3 years old. Tiny Trekkers is 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.

Schedule

Tiny Trekkers class meets weekly on either Tuesdays or Fridays from 10:00 am – 11:15 am. The class is broken up into monthly sessions, running from September – May. Each session of Tiny Trekkers is 3 or 4 classes, depending on the month and holidays.

Caregivers should sign up for EITHER the Tuesday or the Friday class each month!

Cost Per Class

Cost per caregiver and Tiny Trekker (walking – 3 years old) is $40 per 4-week session and $30 per 3-week session. You must register for the entire month session. Siblings 4 and older are welcome to join as long as they are not disruptive of the Trekkers class. If a sibling 4 years or older will be joining you, an additional $20 fee per session applies. Please register all additional children who are walking or older!

Trekker (walking through 3 years): $40 per session

Non-Trekker Sibling (not yet walking): Free

Non-Trekker Sibling (age 4 or older): $20 per session

Meeting Location

Class will meet at different locations on The Ridges properties each week, allowing trekkers and caregivers to explore new habitats. Every week, the teacher will email all families registered for the class with the meeting location. Please check your email regularly for updates from Ridges teachers!

The Tuesday October session of Tiny Trekkers exploresThis program is for caregivers and children who are walking through 3 years old. Tiny Trekkers is 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.

Schedule

Tiny Trekkers class meets weekly on either Tuesdays or Fridays from 10:00 am – 11:15 am. The class is broken up into monthly sessions, running from September – May. Each session of Tiny Trekkers is 3 or 4 classes, depending on the month and holidays.

Caregivers should sign up for EITHER the Tuesday or the Friday class each month!

Cost Per Class

Cost per caregiver and Tiny Trekker (walking – 3 years old) is $40 per 4-week session and $30 per 3-week session. You must register for the entire month session. Siblings 4 and older are welcome to join as long as they are not disruptive of the Trekkers class. If a sibling 4 years or older will be joining you, an additional $20 fee per session applies. Please register all additional children who are walking or older!

Trekker (walking through 3 years): $40 per session

Non-Trekker Sibling (not yet walking): Free

Non-Trekker Sibling (age 4 or older): $20 per session

Meeting Location

Class will meet at different locations on The Ridges properties each week, allowing trekkers and caregivers to explore new habitats. Every week, the teacher will email all families registered for the class with the meeting location. Please check your email regularly for updates from Ridges teachers!

The Friday October session of Tiny Trekkers explores Fall Changes. This session is offered on Tuesdays from 10/10-10/31.

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