Numerous studies and whole books have been devoted to the benefits of connecting children to nature. Evidence shows that environmental education improves student performance and increases interest in learning overall. Although many parents can remember long summer days spent outside, the amount of time today’s kids spend outdoors is alarming low while the amount of [..Read more]
It’s a big week for lovers of the earth everywhere as we come together to celebrate Earth Day. Founded in 1970 by Gaylord Nelson, Earth Day has evolved from a grassroots movement to become an international citizen crusade. Here at home, it has led to the development of hundreds of environmentally conscious organizations and is [..Read more]
Our frogs may be immobilized by the cold, but the sandhill cranes are on the move. Like many of Door County’s seasonal residents, they winter in Florida and return to our marshy areas in March. Each year in mid-April, thousands of volunteers – including those at The Ridges – participate in the Annual Midwest Crane [..Read more]
Say spring and folks immediately think of groundhogs or robins but in fact, one of the most dependable — and musical — harbingers of spring is the frog. Even though spring technically began on March 20, conditions have been less than appealing to our peepers and wood frogs, so we’re still waiting to enjoy one [..Read more]
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April 2013 Ridges Lites
Experience the natural areas of Door County. Migrating warblers and other songbirds return to our woodlands, and shorebirds gather on our lakes and bays. Our field trip leaders will guide you through some of the most pristine and unique natural areas in the county, some of which are not typically open to the public. Registration [..Read more]
