September 2023
Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Night Hike on the Boardwalk!
Owls, bats, and range lights, oh my! Come explore The Ridges at night! We will learn about the creatures that become active after the sun goes down and check out The Range Lights at work as a navigational aid. (Please do not bring any flashlights, light-up shoes, etc. as we want our eyes to adjust to the dark and to be able to see just as the animals do at night). Meets outside the front door of the Ridges Nature…
Find out more »Fall Workday
Do you love fall and spending time outdoors? Join The Ridges for our Fall Volunteer Workday! Activities include garden maintenance, storage organization, and general cleanup and preparation for the winter season. Lunch will be provided after. For more information, contact Sam Hoffman at sam@ridgessanctuary.org or call (920) 839-2802, ext. 108.
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »October 2023
Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Night Hike on the Boardwalk!
Owls, bats, and range lights, oh my! Come explore The Ridges at night! We will learn about the creatures that become active after the sun goes down and check out The Range Lights at work as a navigational aid. (Please do not bring any flashlights, light-up shoes, etc. as we want our eyes to adjust to the dark and to be able to see just as the animals do at night). Meets outside the front door of the Ridges Nature…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Beetles, Aphids, and Flies, Oh My!
In this workshop, entomological expert Donna Danielson will guide you through the basics of the Insect class, including what makes an insect an insect, basic anatomy, and insect life cycles. Participants will use dissecting scopes to get up close and personal with insects. Hand lenses will also be provided. Suitable for ages 16 & up. $25 Public, $20 Members Pre-registration is required. Click HERE to register.
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Wisconsin Bat Wingding
Curious about Wisconsin's bats? Want to know more about White Nose Syndrome? Join us for the Wisconsin Bat Wingding on Thursday, 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.…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Bat Chats Guided Night Hike
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
Find out more »Citizen Science Symposium
Please save the date for our first annual Citizen Science Symposium. As a continuation of our Wisconsin Bat Wingding program, we will provide the opportunity for our Citizen Scientists along with the public to gather in celebration of a successful field season. With a mixture of social time, amusing anecdotes, and a light breakfast, the focus of the symposium is on the great research that our Citizen Scientists are performing. Brief reports from The Ridges Sanctuary, Crossroads at Big Creek,…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Halloween Hike
Come hike the boardwalk if you dare! Special Halloween-themed stations along Hidden Brook Boardwalk will highlight creepy critters and spooky sights of The Ridges Sanctuary. If you make it to the Upper Range Light, prepare yourself for a ghostly encounter... Come any time between 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm for a self-guided tour and interact with our spooky team to learn about all things bats, carnivorous plants and more! This event is appropriate for families of all ages. Flashlights will be…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »November 2023
Fall Sanctuary Guided Hike
Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, the unique features of the sanctuary habitats, and what makes the sanctuary the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin! This guided hike includes a tour of our Upper Range Light, which has been restored to the period of the last Range Light Keeper. Suitable for all ages. PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED | Public $10, Member…
Find out more »May 2024
Festival Of Nature
Join us in celebrating the 22nd Annual Door County Festival of Nature. Together with our partners in conservation, we continue to celebrate the natural beauty of the Door Peninsula.
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