The Ridges Sanctuary

Logan Creek Stewardship Workday
2025-08-28 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-11 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Logan Creek, 5724 Loritz Road, Sturgeon Bay, WI, 54235, United States
Logan Creek Stewardship Workday

Join staff and volunteers in helping with various projects at The Ridges’ Logan Creek preserve located on the shore of Clark Lake. Activities may include trail and boardwalk work, invasive species control and general site maintenance. Come dressed appropriately for moderate hiking and for the potential of working in wet conditions.

For more information and to participate in volunteer workdays, contact Ridges Land Manager Sam Hoffman at sam@ridgessanctuary.org or call (920) 839-2802, ext. 108.

Sanctuary Guided Hike - Ridges Pollinators
2025-08-28 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-08-29 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-08-30 10:00 - 11:30 | Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center, 8166 State Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202, United States
Sanctuary Guided Hike – Ridges Pollinators

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 theme focusing on unique aspects of the Sanctuary:

August: Ridges Pollinators

Pollinators are a crucial part of our ecosystems! Learn about a few pollinators of The Ridges and the importance of their habitats like The Ridges.

This 90-minute 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.

Accessibility Considerations: Program takes place outside on boardwalk and rustic trails. Accessible parking is available. Bathrooms are available prior to the hike starting. T-coil system available.

Distance: Approximately 1 mile

Please Note:

All participants, including children, must be registered for the hike.

Our capacity for Guided Hikes is 15 people. This allows for a safe and enjoyable experience on the Sanctuary trails. If you have a group over 15, please call The Ridges to request a private hike.

If you are not able to purchase tickets for everyone in your group, this means the guided hike is FULL. Please register for a different day or call (920)-839-2802 to request a private tour.

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Tag Talks
2025-08-28 13:30 - 14:00, 2025-08-29 13:30 - 14:00 | Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center, 8166 State Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202, United States
Tag Talks

Each day during Monarch Madness, staff will be on hand in the Nature Center from 1:30 pm – 2:00 pm to answer your questions about the tagging process, and tag butterflies that are ready to head out on their journey. The Ridges receives tags from the non-profit organization Monarch Watch, which we apply to the migrating monarch butterflies before they are released at the end of August. Tag or sponsor a monarch for $5 per tag.

Suitable for families of all ages.

FREE program. Donations appreciated! Tag or sponsor a monarch for $5 per tag.

Accessibility Considerations: Indoor drop-in program at Nature Center, accessible parking available, restrooms available, t-coil system available.

Night Hikes
2025-08-29 20:00 - 21:30 | Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center, 8166 State Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202, United States
Night Hikes

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).

This program will meet outside of The Ridges Sanctuary Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center. 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 take place on Friday evenings, with start times that shift earlier each month: 8:00 pm in August, 7:00 pm in September, 6:00 pm in October, and 5:00 pm in November. Please check the specific date and time when registering. You are always welcome to call if you’d like to register over the phone or learn more about these experiences.

Pre-registration required. Suitable for ages 8 & up.

Fee: Public $15 | Member $12 | 16 & Under $7

Accessibility Considerations: Nature Center closed, bathrooms not available. Accessible parking. Evening hike on boardwalk, rustic trails, and sandy beach with uneven surfaces. Flashlights provided, no outdoor lighting during hike.

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Sanctuary Guided Hike - Fall Flowers
2025-09-02 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-09-03 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-09-04 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-09-05 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-09-06 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-09-08 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-09-09 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-09-10 10:00 - 11:30 and 4 more dates | Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center, 8166 State Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202, United States
Sanctuary Guided Hike – Fall Flowers

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 theme focusing on unique aspects of the Sanctuary:

September: Fall Flowers

Explore the last of the season’s blooms on this guided hike, featuring plants like goldenrod and aster.

This 90-minute 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.

Fee: Public $10 | Member $7 | Children 16 & Under Free

Accessibility Considerations: Program takes place outside on boardwalk and rustic trails. Accessible parking is available. Bathrooms are available prior to the hike starting. T-coil system available.

Distance: Approximately 1 mile

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Mushrooms of The Ridges with Charlotte Lukes
2025-09-04 13:30 - 15:30 | Ridges Cabins, 8288 County Hwy Q, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202, United States
Mushrooms of The Ridges with Charlotte Lukes

Join Door County’s mushroom expert Charlotte Lukes as she leads you through the fungi of The Ridges Sanctuary. Charlotte will go over fungal biology and ecology, then take the group out on a hike through the Sanctuary to identify mushrooms.

Pre-registration required. Suitable for ages 18 & up.

Fee: Public $25 | Member $20

Accessibility Considerations: Presentation at Kaye Cabin with woodchip walkways and hike on rustic trails with uneven surfaces.

Distance: <1 mile

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*Rescheduled* Photography Workshop - Part III: Show & Share - Image Review & Feedback session
2025-09-04 18:00 - 19:30 | Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center, 8166 State Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202, United States
Photography Workshop – Part III: Show & Share – Image Review & Feedback session

Join us for Part III of our Photography Workshop series with Len Villano, Door County-based photographer, to share images and get critiques from a professional photographer to improve your photography skills. Learn from others’ processes and get ideas for future photography sessions! Participation in all three parts of the Photography Workshop series is encouraged but not required.

Pre-registration required. Suitable for ages 18 & up.

Fee: Public $30 | Member $25 | Volunteer $15

Accessibility Considerations: Evening program, mostly daylight hours. Part I and Part III are indoor programs: wheelchairs available at the Nature Center, handicap parking available, wheelchair accessible, restrooms available, t-coil system available in the exhibit hall. Part II: outdoor program with some hiking possible, t-coil system available, handicap parking available.

Registration button below is ONLY for the date of this program. Each series part has it’s own registration. Make sure to check the date you are attempting to register for. For any questions please call 920-839-2802.

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Night Hike
2025-09-05 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-09-12 19:00 - 20:30 | Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center, 8166 State Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202, United States
Night Hike

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).

This program will meet outside of The Ridges Sanctuary Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center. 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 take place on Friday evenings, with start times that shift earlier each month: 8:00 pm in August, 7:00 pm in September, 6:00 pm in October, and 5:00 pm in November. Please check the specific date and time when registering. You are always welcome to call if you’d like to register over the phone or learn more about these experiences.

Pre-registration required. Suitable for ages 8 & up.

Fee: Public $15 | Member $12 | 16 & Under $7

Accessibility Considerations: Nature Center closed, bathrooms not available. Accessible parking. Evening hike on boardwalk, rustic trails, and sandy beach with uneven surfaces. Flashlights provided, no outdoor lighting during hike.

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Invasive Species Workday
2025-09-09 09:00 - 12:00 | Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center, 8166 State Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202, United States
Invasive Species Workday

Come help with invasive species projects at The Ridges! Work will involve removing and bagging invasive plants. Wear appropriate footwear, pants, long sleeves, and gloves.

Please contact land manager Sam Hoffman at sam@ridgessanctuary.org for more information or to participate.

Tiny Trekkers | September (Tues)
2025-09-09 10:00 - 11:15, 2025-09-16 10:00 - 11:15 | Ridges Cabins, 8288 County Hwy Q, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202, United States
Tiny Trekkers | September (Tues)

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 September session of Tiny Trekkers explores the Five Senses. This session is offered on Tuesdays from 9/9-9/30.

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Staff Stroll
2025-09-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center, 8166 State Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202, United States
Staff Stroll

Join us each month at The Ridges to learn more about our staff, the work they do, and what they are passionate about!

September – Join Executive Director Katie Krouse at The Ridges to learn about the history of the organization and how that is guiding us towards a bright future.

Pre-Registration required. Suitable for ages 18 & up.

Fee: Public $10 | Member $7

Accessibility Considerations: On boardwalk and rustic trails, T-Loop system available.

Distance: about 1 mile

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Swales & Ales
2025-09-11 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 nature-inspired brews, we will head over to Sway Brewing + Blending to learn about the beer making process. Program fee includes Ridges Pint Glass and Brewery pour.

Pre-registration required. Must be 21 years or older to participate.

Fee: Public $35 | Member $30

Accessibility Considerations: Hiking on boardwalk and rustic trails, uneven surfaces, tastings while on the hike. Walk to Sway Brewing + Blending after hike, standing on concrete during brewery tour. Restrooms available prior to hike and at Brewery. Accessible parking available.

Distance: Approximately 1.5 miles

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See Bird? eBird! Workshop with Dr. Dan "The Birdman" Scheiman
2025-09-12 09:00 - 12:00 | Ridges Cabins, 8288 County Hwy Q, Baileys Harbor, WI, 54202, United States
See Bird? eBird! Workshop with Dr. Dan “The Birdman” Scheiman

Do you enjoy bird watching and now want to contribute your sightings to conservation and science? eBird is global community science project plus a powerful list keeping and bird-finding tool. eBirding builds better birding skills too. Join Dr. Dan Scheiman to learn eBird basics through classroom and field time. Dan will cover protocols, best practices, and data exploration. Start sharing your sightings with the world through eBird!

Pre-registration is required. Suitable for ages 18 & up.

Fee: Public $25 | Member $20

Accessibility Considerations: Presentation at Kaye Cabin with woodchip walkways and hike on rustic trails with uneven surfaces.

Distance: <1 mile

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