August 2018
Volunteer Appreciation Event
Volunteers have staffed our front desk, built the Hidden Brook Boardwalk, started the Upper Range Light restoration project, supported our Orchid Restoration effort, led hikes and programs, maintained trails, and assisted with mailings. And we’re probably missing a few things, but you get the idea. All in all, these dedicated folks have log over 2,500 hours a year! All Ridges volunteers are invited to the Volunteer Appreciation Event!
Find out more »October 2018
Conservation Champions – Pollinators
Pollinators are integral to everyday life, especially bees! Join us for a presentation from Marge Trocki, Master Beekeeper, as she discusses her interactions with her honey bee pollinators. Fee: Free
Find out more »June 2019
Trails & Ales
Stop by the Nature Center for a naturalist-led guided hike then head over to the Door County Brewing Tap Room and Music Hall for a tasty beverage! Adults only. Fee: $10 - Members • $13 - Public
Find out more »September 2019
Volunteer Fall Work Day
Mark your calendars and help us prepare the campus for winter. Volunteers of all ages are invited to help with a variety of indoor and outdoor projects – hauling wood chips, raking, organizing, etc. Afterwards, enjoy lunch on us. Call or email Katie at 920.839.2802 x 101 or katie@ridgessanctuary.org, to let us know you will be joining us. Wednesday, September 18th, 9 AM - Noon
Find out more »August 2023
Enhancing Natural Landscape Photography with Andrew Pirrung
Learn some advanced skills of natural landscape photography in the second workshop of the two-part workshop series with Door County photographer Andrew Pirrung. Andrew will share what he's learned as a professional photographer, including choosing locations and his editing process. This class is perfect for individuals who attend the Nature Landscape Photography 101 workshop or who are already familiar with photography and want to improve their landscape photography skills. Participants will need to bring a camera for this class. Any…
Find out more »December 2023
Holiday Luminary Walks
Join us to walk the softly lit boardwalks and enjoy the peaceful evening surroundings. Our Hidden Brook and Range Light Boardwalks will remain open until 7:00 PM, with luminaria lighting the trails from 5:00-7:00 PM. December 26th - December 30th. Starts at The Ridges Nature Center. No registration necessary, $5 trail fee applies. How to enjoy Holiday Luminary Walks at The Ridges Sanctuary! HOW TO PREPARE: Holiday Luminary Walks will be available (weather permitting) from December 26th through December 30th, with…
Find out more »March 2024
Bluebird Nest Box Workshop
PROGRAM FULL Eastern bluebird populations are back on the rise thanks to the help of nest box-building enthusiasts! During this workshop, you will continue to help bluebird populations by learning what they need to survive and creating a nest box to take home. Naturalist Charlotte Lukes will discuss why assisting these little bluebirds is so important. Tools and materials for one box will be provided. Space is limited by the number of nest boxes we have available. Each registration includes…
Find out more »2024 Festival of Nature Registration Opens
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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