Tag: conservation
In The News: Collaborative Research at The Ridges Sanctuary Informs Future Conservation
Discover how research partnerships, citizen science, and forest restoration projects help protect biodiversity at The Ridges Sanctuary.
The Ridges Sanctuary Celebrates Year-Round Upgrades and Looks Ahead to New Volunteer Workshop
The Ridges Sanctuary Celebrates Year-Round Upgrades and Looks Ahead to New Volunteer Workshop “Phase Zero” demonstrates The Ridges’ commitment and capacity to implement its award-winning Master Plan. by Andy Gill, […]
Summer Project Spotlight: Our Wetland Ecosystem – An Overview of The Ridges Sanctuary’sWetland Habitat in the Past, Present, and Future
Summer Project Series 2026: The following is a Summer Project completed by Jackie Lanear, a 2026 Summer Environmental Educator at The Ridges Sanctuary. Jackie is from Madison, WI. and is currently […]
Interconnectedness at The Ridges Sanctuary
Interconnectedness at The Ridges Sanctuary Summer Project Series 2026: The following is a Summer Project completed by Jackson Graham, a 2026 Summer Environmental Educator at The Ridges Sanctuary. Jackson graduated from […]
Dragonflies at The Ridges Sanctuary
Dragonflies at The Ridges Sanctuary Summer Project Series 2026: The following is a Summer Project completed by Thomas Scharrenberg, 2026 Summer Naturalist at The Ridges Sanctuary. Thomas is from San […]
Nature Notes: Citizen Science at The Ridges
Each year, after the Labor Day holiday, The Ridges Sanctuary hosts a Citizen Science Symposium. The symposium is attended by the public, including some who contribute to many of the ongoing research projects in Door County. Many of these so-called "Citizen Scientists" are engaged in the protection of the pristine lands and environment within Door County. One might ask, "What is a Citizen Scientist?" I suggest my working definition is the observations and contributions of public volunteers to ongoing research projects.
Wreath Making Workshop
Wreath Making Workshop Come to The Ridges Sanctuary to create your perfect holiday wreath! We will provide the frames, wire, greens and decorative goodies for you to create your wreath […]
*CANCELLED* Night Hikes | September
*CANCELLED* Night Hikes | September 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 […]
*CANCELLED* Evening Hikes | September
*CANCELLED* Evening Hikes | September Like our Night Hikes but earlier! Join us for an evening hike to learn all about dusk happenings at The Ridges and walk our trails […]
In The News: The Dwarf Lake Iris
As white-nose syndrome devastates bat populations, conservation efforts at The Ridges offer hope for the federally endangered northern long-eared bat.