Parts of our Sanctuary will be open for deer hunting from Nov. 23–Dec. 1, with rustic trails on all properties closed during this time. Hunters and trappers must register with the Ridges. Note for visitors: Hidden Brook and Range Light Boardwalks will remain open dawn to dusk. Blaze orange is mandatory.

Please note: Preregistration is required to attend most events.

Event Series Sanctuary Guided Hike

Sanctuary Guided Hike

Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center 8166 State Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor, WI, United States

Sanctuary Guided Hike 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 unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This two hour guided hike includes a tour of […]

Night Hike on the Boardwalk!

Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center 8166 State Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor, WI, United States

Night Hike on the Boardwalk! 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 goes down and check out The Range Lights at work as a navigational aid. (Please do not bring any flashlights, light-up shoes, etc. as we […]

Event Series Monarch Madness

Daily Monarch Tagging Event

Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center 8166 State Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor, WI, United States

Daily Monarch Tagging Event Stop by the Nature Center during Monarch Madness, where Ridges staff will be on hand to answer questions and teach visitors about monarch caterpillars and butterfly migration. Each day we'll be doing demonstrations about the tagging process and tag butterflies that are ready to head out on their journey. The Ridges […]

Event Series Sanctuary Guided Hike

Sanctuary Guided Hike

Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center 8166 State Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor, WI, United States

Sanctuary Guided Hike 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 unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This two hour guided hike includes a tour of […]

Event Series Monarch Madness

Milkweed Workshop

Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center 8166 State Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor, WI, United States

Milkweed Workshop Curious about the ecological benefits of gardening with native plants like milkweed? Join us for this workshop to learn about providing habitat and food for pollinators and other organisms and how to plant a native garden. Learn tips on seed dispersal and planting milkweed, the only plant that monarch butterflies lay eggs on, […]

Event Series Monarch Madness

Daily Monarch Tagging Event

Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center 8166 State Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor, WI, United States

Daily Monarch Tagging Event Stop by the Nature Center during Monarch Madness, where Ridges staff will be on hand to answer questions and teach visitors about monarch caterpillars and butterfly migration. Each day we'll be doing demonstrations about the tagging process and tag butterflies that are ready to head out on their journey. The Ridges […]

Event Series Sanctuary Guided Hike

Sanctuary Guided Hike

Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center 8166 State Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor, WI, United States

Sanctuary Guided Hike 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 unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This two hour guided hike includes a tour of […]

Event Series Stewardship Workshop Series

Stewardship Workshop Series: Soil Health

Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center 8166 State Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor, WI, United States

Stewardship Workshop Series: Soil Health You are invited to take part in The Ridges Stewardship Workshop Series. These talks will focus on local environmental issues and what landowners can do to better steward their own property. Land Manager Sam Hoffman will lead discussions and demonstrate different techniques ranging from plant identification and invasive species control […]

Event Series Monarch Madness

Daily Monarch Tagging Event

Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center 8166 State Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor, WI, United States

Daily Monarch Tagging Event Stop by the Nature Center during Monarch Madness, where Ridges staff will be on hand to answer questions and teach visitors about monarch caterpillars and butterfly migration. Each day we'll be doing demonstrations about the tagging process and tag butterflies that are ready to head out on their journey. The Ridges […]

Event Series Sanctuary Guided Hike

Sanctuary Guided Hike

Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center 8166 State Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor, WI, United States

Sanctuary Guided Hike 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 unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This two hour guided hike includes a tour of […]

Event Series Monarch Madness

Daily Monarch Tagging Event

Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center 8166 State Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor, WI, United States

Daily Monarch Tagging Event Stop by the Nature Center during Monarch Madness, where Ridges staff will be on hand to answer questions and teach visitors about monarch caterpillars and butterfly migration. Each day we'll be doing demonstrations about the tagging process and tag butterflies that are ready to head out on their journey. The Ridges […]

Event Series Sanctuary Guided Hike

Sanctuary Guided Hike

Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center 8166 State Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor, WI, United States

Sanctuary Guided Hike 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 unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This two hour guided hike includes a tour of […]