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April 2020

Midwest Crane Count- CANCELLED

April 18, 2020 @ 5:30 am - 7:30 am
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The primary purposes of the Crane Count are to help monitor the abundance and distribution of cranes in the Upper Midwest and to introduce people to cranes and their natural environment. Counters are needed to survey for cranes on designated sites throughout Door County. No previous experience needed. End the morning with coffee and donuts at the Cook-Fuller Center. Contact Matt Peter for more information about the Crane Count and other citizen monitoring volunteer opportunities: matt@ridgessanctuary.org or 920-839-2802    …

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June 2020

2020 Backpack Adventure Camp: Session 1

June 22, 2020 @ 9:00 am - July 3, 2020 @ 12:00 pm
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An event every day that begins at 9:00 am, repeating until July 3, 2020

Ridges Cabins, 8288 County Hwy Q
Baileys Harbor, WI 54202 United States
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For Ages 4-6 &  Ages 7-11 Cost for the week: $300 members, $360 non-members  

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July 2020

Guided Sanctuary Hikes 10:00AM

July 7, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, repeating until October 30, 2020

Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center, 8166 State Hwy 57
Baileys Harbor, WI 54202 United States
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Join a Ridges naturalist for an exploration out on the trails. Learn about the cultural and natural history of one of the most biologically diverse properties in the Midwest! Depending on the week, experience the variations of wildflowers, insects and birds the Sanctuary has to offer. Hikes are appropriate for all ages. Wear appropriate hiking attire. *Pre-Registration Required Fee: $5 - Members • $8 - Public • Free - Under 18

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2020 Backpack Adventure Camp: Session 2

July 13, 2020 @ 9:00 am - July 24, 2020 @ 12:00 pm

For Ages 4-6 & Ages 7-11 Cost for the week: $300 members, $360 nonmembers

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August 2021

Monarch Madness

August 28, 2021 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
FREE

JOIN US FOR A MONARCH FILLED DAY! Throughout the summer, staff at The Ridges rear Monarchs, from tiny caterpillar to chrysalis to butterfly. Against all odds, these butterflies will migrate all the way down to the mountains of Mexico in the winter. We help Monarchs survive by providing protected habitat in which they can breed, grow, and find food sources. Join us on Saturday, August 28th to learn more about monarchs and how we can help them! Screening: Flight of…

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March 2022

Blue Bird Nest Box Workshop

March 19, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center, 8166 State Hwy 57
Baileys Harbor, WI 54202 United States
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Eastern bluebird populations are back on the rise thanks to the help of nest box building enthusiasts! Continue to help by learning what bluebirds need to survive and creating a nest box to take home. Charlotte Lukes will be joining us to teach us why assisting these little bluebirds is so important. Tools and materials for one box provided. Preregistration is required! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Fee: $15 - Members • $20 - Public • $5 - Kids, Additional kits…

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June 2023

Lake Lesson: Insects Bug Me with Charlotte Lukes

June 15, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center, 8166 State Hwy 57
Baileys Harbor, WI 54202 United States
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Explore the world of insects with Naturalist Charlotte Lukes. Have you ever wanted to learn more about the most diverse group of organisms in the world? Charlotte will go over the biology and ecology of the class Insecta in this un-bee-lievable presentation. This is a free event. However, there is limited seating. Please register to reserve your seat. Click here to register

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August 2023

Natural Landscape Photography 101 with Andrew Pirrung

August 10, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center, 8166 State Hwy 57
Baileys Harbor, WI 54202 United States

Learn the basics of natural landscape photography in the first workshop of the two-part workshop series with Door County photographer Andrew Pirrung. Whether you're a beginner to photography, or you want to brush up on your landscape photography skills, Andrew will guide you through the basics of the art form, giving you tips and tricks to get the perfect shots. This workshop will include a classroom presentation and field component so you can practice the skills you learn in real…

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March 2024

Owl-O-Rama

March 1 - March 2

Our annual Owl-O-Rama returns this year to The Ridges! Here’s your chance to learn all about these mysterious nighttime predators, including what species are found in Door County, their adaptations for hunting, and how we can protect them. Owl Prowl Presentation and Hike: -SOLD OUT- Friday, March 1st 6:00PM - 8:30PM Join a Ridges Naturalist at The Ridges Nature Center to learn about owl species that call Door County home. Then, head out on the trail to hear them calling…

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2024 Festival of Nature Registration Opens

March 18

Mark your calendars - Registration begins Monday, March 18th! Join us for the 22nd Annual Festival of Nature, May 23rd-26th! Festival program booklets will be available in early March. This year's festival theme is Community. From the beautiful tapestry of boreal and deciduous forests to diverse wetland habitats to the compassionate and resilient people who call the peninsula home, we are all a community. Explore the natural beauty of the peninsula with The Ridges and our partners in conservation! For more…

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