Tiny Trekkers | March (Tues) | March Madness 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 […]
Winter Sanctuary Guided Hikes Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary in the winter. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, explore some winter adaptations, search for animal tracks, and more! If conditions allow, we will utilize snowshoes for our hike. Snowshoes are available to […]
Artist Reception with Tony Chapa Join us for a special evening with bird photographer Tony Chapa, showcasing his premier collection of inquisitive owls. His pieces meticulously capture 9 of the 11 species of owls in Wisconsin and Minnesota. Tony's creations are a culmination of five years post-retirement, resurrecting a life long love of photography. Hours of […]
Owl Prowl Join a Ridges Naturalist at The Ridges Nature Center to learn about owl species that call Door County home. Then, head down out on a local trail to hear them calling to one another! Meets at the Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center, must have vehicle to drive to Prowl location. Fee: Public $15 | […]
Winter Sanctuary Guided Hikes Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary in the winter. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, explore some winter adaptations, search for animal tracks, and more! If conditions allow, we will utilize snowshoes for our hike. Snowshoes are available to […]
Eastern Screech-Owl Nest Box Workshop Head over to The Ridges Workshop to build Eastern Screech-Owl nest boxes to take home and hang in your backyard. A Ridges staff member will provide you with all the materials you need to assemble your nest box. Please note: The nest box building portion of the workshop will include […]
Open Door Bird Sanctuary Meet & Greet Stop by The Ridges Nature Center for a fun, family-friendly experience with live birds of prey from Open Door Bird Sanctuary! This free event offers an opportunity to see owls up close and talk with ODBS staff who will be stationed throughout the Nature Center. Ask questions, learn […]
Winter Sanctuary Guided Hikes Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary in the winter. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, explore some winter adaptations, search for animal tracks, and more! If conditions allow, we will utilize snowshoes for our hike. Snowshoes are available to […]
Snapshot Wisconsin - Let's Discover Wildlife Together! Virtual Snapshot Wisconsin is a partnership to monitor wildlife year-round using a statewide network of volunteer-managed trail cameras. Join Kyra Shaw for a virtual talk on the Snapshot Wisconsin project, including how to get involved, how the data is used to support and inform wildlife management decisions, and […]
Winter Sanctuary Guided Hikes Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary in the winter. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, explore some winter adaptations, search for animal tracks, and more! If conditions allow, we will utilize snowshoes for our hike. Snowshoes are available to […]
Bluebird Nest Box Workshop Eastern bluebird populations are back on the rise, thanks to the help of nest box building enthusiasts! During this workshop you will learn what bluebird populations need to survive and create a nest box to take home. Naturalist Charlotte Lukes will join us to share why assisting these little bluebirds is […]
Winter Sanctuary Guided Hikes Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary in the winter. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, explore some winter adaptations, search for animal tracks, and more! If conditions allow, we will utilize snowshoes for our hike. Snowshoes are available to […]
