Gardening for Pollinators As the summer winds down and we prepare for fall, it’s the perfect time to think about what exciting additions you can make in your garden. Fall is one of the best times to plant, due to its cooler temperatures and moist soils, so let’s take advantage of the opportunity! You can […]
Staff Stroll Join us each month at The Ridges to learn more about our staff, the work they do, and what they are passionate about! August – Join Environmental Educator Ana Hinkle as she shares the different youth education opportunities available at The Ridges. Pre-Registration required. Suitable for ages 18 & up. Fee: Public $10 | […]
Tag Talks Each day during Monarch Madness, staff will be on hand in the Nature Center from 1:30 pm – 2:00 pm to answer your questions about the tagging process, and tag butterflies that are ready to head out on their journey. The Ridges receives tags from the non-profit organization Monarch Watch, which we apply […]
Sanctuary Guided Hike - Ridges Pollinators 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! Each month’s guided hike follows a […]
Stewardship Workshop: Long-Term Planning & Monitoring your Property Become your own land steward through our Stewardship Workshop series this summer at The Ridges! These workshops will focus on local environmental issues and what landowners can do to better manage and protect their own property. Land Manager Sam Hoffman will lead discussions and demonstrate different techniques […]
Tag Talks Each day during Monarch Madness, staff will be on hand in the Nature Center from 1:30 pm – 2:00 pm to answer your questions about the tagging process, and tag butterflies that are ready to head out on their journey. The Ridges receives tags from the non-profit organization Monarch Watch, which we apply […]
Sanctuary Guided Hike - Ridges Pollinators 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! Each month’s guided hike follows a […]
Monarch Madness Have you ever seen a butterfly chrysalis or found a monarch caterpillar munching on a milkweed plant? Join us for this year’s Monarch Madness event, where you can learn all about this important migratory butterfly species! This year, Monarch Madness will span a week in August to raise awareness of decreasing Monarch populations. […]
Sanctuary Story Hour Bring your budding naturalists to our Sanctuary Story Hour! A Ridges staff member will read a nature-themed story featuring a species or habitat in the Sanctuary. At the end of the story, make a fun nature craft to take home before heading out to explore the trails and swales! Suitable for families […]
Sanctuary Guided Hike - Ridges Pollinators 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! Each month’s guided hike follows a […]
Night Hikes 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 want our eyes […]
Gaining Ground: Climate Resiliency Hike with Community Experts The future of our planet seems pretty bleak these days. But it doesn’t have to be all doom and despair! The Ridges Sanctuary and our partners are working on incredible research projects in an effort to build climate resiliency in our community. Join us for a hike […]
