Tag: snow

There is specific, restrained electricity in the air at The Ridges Sanctuary during these early weeks of spring. To the casual observer, the forest may still look dormant, but as Land Manager, I see a landscape in a state of high-tension readiness. Rarity, by its very definition, commands our attention—but here, it also commands our awe. At The Ridges, we aren't just protecting a static map of trees and water; we are stewards of a restless, prehistoric, and incredibly rare intersection of life. 

As the days grow longer and the sun feels a little warmer, it’s tempting to believe spring has finally arrived—until winter reminds us otherwise. Even so, the snow is melting quickly, the ground is beginning to thaw, and daytime temperatures are staying above freezing. Signs of the season are already here: water flowing beneath Hidden Brook, frogs calling on warm afternoons, and sandhill cranes returning overhead. Spring is on its way—winter just insists on one last dramatic goodbye.

*CANCELLED* 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 […]

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 […]

*CANCELLED* 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 […]

*CANCELLED* 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 […]

*CANCELLED* 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Photography Through the Seasons: Explore Door County’s Winter Wonderland Join local photographer Len Villano as we venture into the heart of Door County’s iconic winter landscapes. We’ll carpool to some […]