Tag: nature
Nature Notes: The Wondrous World of Butterflies & Dragonflies
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.
Nature Notes: To Rear or Not to Rear?
Many children experience the wonder of watching a monarch caterpillar grow and change into a beautiful butterfly. Raising monarch butterflies can be a valuable educational tool for teaching children about lifecycles and metamorphosis. It can even inspire a love and appreciation of butterfly species. However, the practice of rearing monarchs can actually be more harmful than helpful to monarch conservation.
Invasive Species Management Workshop with DCIST
Invasive Species Management Workshop with DCIST Join the Door County Invasive Species Team (DCIST) for an engaging educational workshop on terrestrial invasive species. Learn how to identify common invasive plants, […]
*CANCELLED* Sanctuary Guided Hikes: Swales of the Sanctuary
*CANCELLED* Sanctuary Guided Hikes: Swales of the Sanctuary Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of […]
Nature Notes: Why Boardwalks Matter – Protecting Fragile Habitats
If you are a wanderer of The Ridges trail systems, particularly in the ridges and swales, you've probably noted the relatively high number of boardwalks (roughly 25 in total), and the recent progress staff and volunteers have made on replacing ones that have shown their age. Much time and effort are invested in maintaining our network of trails and bridges for a multitude of reasons...
*CANCELLED* Sanctuary Guided Hikes: Swales of the Sanctuary
*CANCELLED* Sanctuary Guided Hikes: Swales of the Sanctuary Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of […]
Free Fridays: Migrating Monarchs
Free Fridays: Migrating Monarchs Free Fridays are back! Join us every Friday in June, July, and August for FREE admission to the Sanctuary. Enjoy family-friendly activities on the boardwalk and […]
Free Fridays: Fantastic Fungi
Free Fridays: Fantastic Fungi Free Fridays are back! Join us every Friday in June, July, and August for FREE admission to the Sanctuary. Enjoy family-friendly activities on the boardwalk and […]
Free Fridays: Do Animals Eat Plastic?
Free Fridays: Do Animals Eat Plastic? Free Fridays are back! Join us every Friday in June, July, and August for FREE admission to the Sanctuary. Enjoy family-friendly activities on the […]
Free Fridays: Guess Who Lives Here
Free Fridays: Guess Who Lives Here Free Fridays are back! Join us every Friday in June, July, and August for FREE admission to the Sanctuary. Enjoy family-friendly activities on the […]