Tag: butterflies

Butterflies and dragonflies are certainly the most colorful summertime insects here at The Ridges. Many a poem has been composed in honor of these amazing aviators. However, these poems rarely touch on the science behind their life cycle and diet.    

Sanctuary Guided Hikes: 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 […]

Planting for Pollinators Are you interested in restoring and improving the land surrounding your home? Do you desire a beautiful native environment that attracts birds, bees, and butterflies? Are you […]

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, […]

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, […]

Gardening for Pollinators As the summer winds down and we prepare for fall, it’s the perfect time to think about what exciting additions you can make in your garden. Fall […]

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, […]

Summer Project Spotlight: Butterflies of The Ridges Sanctuary By Heidi Williamson The following is a Summer Project completed by Heidi Williamson, 2024 Summer Naturalist at The Ridges Sanctuary. Heidi is […]