The mission of The Ridges Sanctuary is “to protect the Sanctuary and inspire stewardship of natural areas through programs of education, outreach and research.”
The Ridges Sanctuary, Wisconsin’s oldest member-based nature preserve, celebrates over 72 years of connecting the Door County community with nature! Founded by pioneers in Wisconsin’s conservation movement, the 1600-acre wildflower preserve is a Door County treasure, harboring one of the largest concentrations of rare plants in the Midwest.
The Ridges is also recognized as:
- The most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin, with over 475 plant species
- National Natural Landmark
- Wisconsin State Natural Area
- Location of 25 of the 40 orchid species native to Wisconsin
- National Audubon Society Important Bird Area
Visit our 5 miles of sanctuary trails open daily from dawn to dusk. It is a great place to hike or participate in one of our programs.
- Self-guided or naturalist-led hikes
- Children’s programs
- Thursday evening programs
- Workshops and outings
View our Current By Laws and our 2008-2012 Strategic Plan.
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Staff
Steve Leonard, Executive Director
Karen Newbern, Assistant Director / Naturalist
Pam Gregory, Office Manager (PT)
Judy Drew, Development Director (FT)
Carol Schuster, Volunteers/Membership Coordinator (PT)
Marne Kaeske, Stewardship Coordinator (PT)
Board of Directors
Roy Thilly , President
Lawrie Kull, Vice President
Sue Hegenbarth, Secretary
Don Juers, Treasurer
Carl Giessel, Director
Bill Hebal, Director
Jim Jauquet, Director
Jeanne Majeski, Director
Vicki Medland, Director
Ed Miller, Director
Ed Pentecost,Director
Bob Ryan, Director
Annual Report 2010 (1.1 Mb PDF)
