Tag: nature
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.
Nature Notes: The Colors of Autumn
October brings sweeping fall colors to most of the Door County peninsula, painting the landscape in bright oranges, reds, and yellows.
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 […]
Flowers and Fungi of The Ridges
Flowers and Fungi of The Ridges Summer Project Series 2026: The following is a Summer Project completed by Clara Hills, 2026 Summer Environmental Educator at The Ridges Sanctuary. Clara is […]
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.
Holiday Luminary Walks
Holiday Luminary Walks Join us to walk the softly lit boardwalks and enjoy the peaceful evening surroundings. Our Hidden Brook and Range Light Boardwalks will remain open until 7:00 PM […]
Natural Christmas
Natural Christmas You deserve to spend a few hours this holiday season surrounded by the natural beauty of The Ridges Sanctuary at Natural Christmas! Stroll down the softly lit Hidden […]
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 […]