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October 2023

Wisconsin Bat Wingding

October 13, 2023 @ 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center, 8166 State Hwy 57
Baileys Harbor, WI 54202 United States

Curious about Wisconsin's bats? Want to know more about White Nose Syndrome? Join us for the Wisconsin Bat Wingding on Friday, October 13th! Listen to a presentation by a conservation biologist from the Wisconsin Bat Program, followed by our Bat House Building Workshop! The Wisconsin Bat Wingding Presentation will start at 2:00pm at the Cook- Albert Fuller Nature Center in Baileys Harbor. The presentation will last an hour and is open to adults and families with children of all ages.…

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Bat Chats Guided Night Hike

October 20, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center, 8166 State Hwy 57
Baileys Harbor, WI 54202 United States

Let's chat about Wisconsin Bats! Join Ridges staff on a hike through the Sanctuary, stopping to learn about the unique adaptations and life cycle of bats. Stop along the way to capture bats on an acoustic monitor. To register, click here. Fee: Public $15 | Member $12 | 16 & Under $7

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January 2024

Virtual Ridges Reads Book Club

January 9 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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One event on January 30, 2024 at 6:00 pm

One event on February 20, 2024 at 6:00 pm

This year’s Ridges Reads Book Club presents: The Root Issue We’re diving into an ongoing conversation in the scientific community – and one currently without a conclusion. Together, we’ll explore the imaginative and controversial topic of the “wood-wide web” through the lens of ecologists, foresters, and the environmental community. We’ll dive into the stories, the science, and why the scientific community is split (no pun intended) on this issue. This year’s book club will span three sessions. During the first…

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In Person Ridges Reads Book Club

January 11 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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One event on February 1, 2024 at 6:00 pm

One event on February 22, 2024 at 6:00 pm

Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center, 8166 State Hwy 57
Baileys Harbor, WI 54202 United States

This year’s Ridges Reads Book Club presents: The Root Issue We’re diving into an ongoing conversation in the scientific community – and one currently without a conclusion. Together, we’ll explore the imaginative and controversial topic of the “wood-wide web” through the lens of ecologists, foresters, and the environmental community. We’ll dive into the stories, the science, and why the scientific community is split (no pun intended) on this issue. This year’s book club will span three sessions. During the first…

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Virtual Ridges Reads Book Club

January 30 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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One event on January 30, 2024 at 6:00 pm

One event on February 20, 2024 at 6:00 pm

This year’s Ridges Reads Book Club presents: The Root Issue We’re diving into an ongoing conversation in the scientific community – and one currently without a conclusion. Together, we’ll explore the imaginative and controversial topic of the “wood-wide web” through the lens of ecologists, foresters, and the environmental community. We’ll dive into the stories, the science, and why the scientific community is split (no pun intended) on this issue. This year’s book club will span three sessions. During the first…

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February 2024

In Person Ridges Reads Book Club

February 1 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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One event on February 1, 2024 at 6:00 pm

One event on February 22, 2024 at 6:00 pm

Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center, 8166 State Hwy 57
Baileys Harbor, WI 54202 United States

This year’s Ridges Reads Book Club presents: The Root Issue We’re diving into an ongoing conversation in the scientific community – and one currently without a conclusion. Together, we’ll explore the imaginative and controversial topic of the “wood-wide web” through the lens of ecologists, foresters, and the environmental community. We’ll dive into the stories, the science, and why the scientific community is split (no pun intended) on this issue. This year’s book club will span three sessions. During the first…

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Virtual Ridges Reads Book Club

February 20 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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One event on January 30, 2024 at 6:00 pm

One event on February 20, 2024 at 6:00 pm

This year’s Ridges Reads Book Club presents: The Root Issue We’re diving into an ongoing conversation in the scientific community – and one currently without a conclusion. Together, we’ll explore the imaginative and controversial topic of the “wood-wide web” through the lens of ecologists, foresters, and the environmental community. We’ll dive into the stories, the science, and why the scientific community is split (no pun intended) on this issue. This year’s book club will span three sessions. During the first…

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In Person Ridges Reads Book Club

February 22 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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One event on February 1, 2024 at 6:00 pm

One event on February 22, 2024 at 6:00 pm

Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center, 8166 State Hwy 57
Baileys Harbor, WI 54202 United States

This year’s Ridges Reads Book Club presents: The Root Issue We’re diving into an ongoing conversation in the scientific community – and one currently without a conclusion. Together, we’ll explore the imaginative and controversial topic of the “wood-wide web” through the lens of ecologists, foresters, and the environmental community. We’ll dive into the stories, the science, and why the scientific community is split (no pun intended) on this issue. This year’s book club will span three sessions. During the first…

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March 2024

Backpack Adventure Camp Registration Opens

March 4

2024 Backpack Adventure Camp *REGISTRATION OPENS MARCH 4TH, 2024 This summer we invite campers age 4-6 and 7-11 to join us for weeks filled with adventure, exploration, and discovery. Camps are held Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM - Noon*. Children will engage in thoughtfully planned, supervised outdoor learning activities. On Fridays, campers will enjoy “Friday Fun Day” at the beach! Space is limited per session to 15 campers for ages 4 - 6 and 16 campers for ages 7 -…

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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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