Thank you for your interest in our Sanctuary Guided Hike Program!
Guided Hikes are offered Monday- Saturday at 10AM May - October. Hikes meet at the Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center
Pre-registration required!
Please bring your membership cards with you if you select member pricing.
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!
Each month’s guided hike follows a theme focusing on unique aspects of the Sanctuary:
May: Spring in the Sanctuary
June: Orchid Observations
July: Swales of the Sanctuary
August: Ridges Pollinators
October: The Boreal Forest
This 90-minute 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.
To register:
1. Ensure you are registering for the correct date and time. Please review the date at the top of this window. If you intend to register for a different date than noted above, select "other dates" and choose the accurate date from the calendar.
2. Indicate the quantity of tickets you'd like to purchase.
3. Click Register in the bottom left corner.
4. Fill out registration details.
5. Add to Cart. Once you've added all programs you intend to register for, navigate to 'view cart' and follow prompts for payment.
Please call 920-839-2802 if you have any issues.
You are registering for 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.
This program will meet outside of The Ridges Sanctuary Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center (8166 WI-57, Baileys Harbor, WI 54202)*. The Nature Center will remain closed. 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. Ridges staff will provide all hikers with a red flashlight for the duration of the hike. Restrooms are not available on the hike.
These programs are offered Friday evenings in August starting at 8:00 pm, September starting at 7:00 pm, October starting at 6:00 pm, and November starting at 5:00 pm. Please be sure to check the date for which you are registering. You are always welcome to call if you'd like to register over the phone or learn more about these experiences.
If you are registering for our Wisconsin Bat Wingding Bat Chats Hike, make sure you have the correct date selected!
This program is suitable for all ages!
Fee: Public $15 | Member $12 | 16 & Under $7
If selecting member pricing, please be prepared to provide your membership information upon program check in.
*Please note: putting The Ridges Sanctuary into Google maps may take you to the wrong location. Please copy and paste the Nature Center address listed above to ensure that you arrive at the right place!
To register:
1. Ensure you are registering for the correct date and time. Please review the date at the top of this window. If you intend to register for a different date than noted above, select "other dates" and choose the accurate date from the calendar.
2. Indicate the quantity of tickets you'd like to purchase.
3. Click Register in the bottom left corner.
4. Fill out registration details.
5. Add to Cart. Once you've added all programs you intend to register for, navigate to 'view cart' and follow prompts for payment.
Thank you for your interest in our Specialty Guided Hikes!
Please verify that you are registering for the program you wish to attend. Details listed below for your registration.
Meeting Locations vary per program:
Early Bird Hikes: Saturdays in May and June 6:30 am | Meets at Weborg Point in Peninsula State Park (MAY) and at the Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center, 8166 State Hwy 57 in Baileys Harbor (JUNE)
Spring Wildflower Hike at Logan Creek: Saturday, May 17 9:00 am - 11:30 am | Meets at the Logan Creek Trailhead in Jacksonport, 5724 Loritz Road.
Woods and Water: Exploring Logan Creek: Wednesdays June 4, July 2, August 13 10:30 am - 12:00 pm | Meets at the Logan Creek Trailhead in Jacksonport, 5724 Loritz Road
Rocks and Ledges: Appel’s Bluff Geology Hike: Wednesdays June 25, July 16, August 20, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm | Meets at the Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center
Staff Strolls: June 17, July 15, August 26, September 9 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm | Meets at the Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center
Hike at The Rushes, June 9 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm | Meets at The Rushes Recreation Center, 3014 Rushes Rd. Baileys Harbor
Gaining Ground: Climate Resiliency Hike with Community Experts June 27, July 22, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Meets at the Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center
Pre-registration required!
Please bring your membership cards with you if you select member pricing.
Don't forget your binoculars!
Special Note! Bathrooms are not available during the Logan Creek Guided Hike. Please Plan Accordingly!
You are registering for The Ridges Sanctuary 87th Annual Meeting!
Saturday, August 3rd, 2024 beginning at 4PM
LOCATION: About Thyme Farm, 8425 County F, Baileys Harbor
Schedule of Events:
4pm Member Mix & Mingle
5pm Business Meeting of The Ridges
6:15pm Ridges Style Cook Out and Social
Please complete all of the information in the registration form. We will be using a roster to check everyone in at the event.
How to Register:
1. Indicate quantity of individuals you are registering for.
2. Click Add to Cart
3. Complete all fields for each participant.
4. Complete your order by adding payment.
Thank you for your interest in our Programs!
Please verify that you are registering for the program you wish to attend. Details listed below for your registration.
Programs:
Yikes! What's Eating My Plant? | Thursday, June 19 | 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
See bird? eBird! Workshop with Dr. Dan "The Birdman" Scheiman | Friday, September 12 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Guided Star Gazing | Thursday, September 18 | 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Guided Star Gazing | Friday, October 17 | 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Pre-registration required!
To register:
1. Ensure you are registering for the correct date and time. Please review the date at the top of this window. If you intend to register for a different date than noted above, select "other dates" and choose the accurate date from the calendar.
2. Indicate the quantity of tickets you'd like to purchase.
3. Click Register in the bottom left corner.
4. Fill out registration details.
5. Add to Cart. Once you've added all programs you intend to register for, navigate to 'view cart' and follow prompts for payment.
Please call 920-839-2802 if you have any issues.
Curious about Wisconsin's bats? Want to know more about White Nose Syndrome? Join us for the Wisconsin Bat Wingding on Friday, October 18th! Listen to a presentation about Wisconsin's bat populations, 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.
The Bat House Building Workshop* will start at 3:30pm at the Workshop by the Ridges Cabins. The Bat House Building Workshop is suitable for adults and children ages 12 & Up.
The price for the Bat House Workshop is based off of the number of bat houses you would like to build. You will be prompted to enter the number of individuals building each box when registering.
To get to the Workshop, drive north on Highway 57 from The Ridges Nature Center for 1/2 a mile. Turn right onto County Rd Q and turn into the first driveway on the right. Once in the driveway, keep right to get to the Workshop and Cabins parking lot.
*This workshop will be in an indoor space with hammering and power tools.
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 4:00 pm and 6:00 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 provided to you for the duration of your hike. Costumes are encouraged!
Pre-registration is not necessary but encouraged. Tickets can be purchased upon arrival during the event as well.
To register:
- Indicate the quantity of tickets you'd like to purchase.
- Click Register in the bottom left corner.
- Fill out registration details.
- Add to Cart. Once you've added all programs you intend to register for, navigate to 'view cart' and follow prompts for payment.
Join us for our Thursday night Lake Lessons!
The Ridges honors its history of accessible and impactful conservation education through Lake Lessons. These Thursday evening programs feature different topics with experts from around the Midwest about the Great Lakes and surrounding habitats. Lake Lessons are from 6:00 pm-7:30 pm at the Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center.
Lake Lessons are free! Preregistration is requested due to limited space.
Summer/Fall Lake Lessons:
June 12 | 6:00 pm: Invasive Species with Jason Miller
July 10 | 6:00 pm: Dragons & Damsels - Odonata of The Ridges with JD Arnston
August 14 | 6:00 pm: The Power of the River Documentary Screening with Daniel Larson.
To register:
1. Indicate the quantity of tickets you'd like to purchase.
2. Click Register in the bottom left corner.
3. Fill out registration details.
4. Add to Cart. Once you've added all programs you intend to register for, navigate to 'view cart' and follow prompts to register.
Join us for Mushrooms of The Ridges Sanctuary with Charlotte Lukes!
Dates: August 15, September 4, September 19
Fee: $25 Public, $20 Members
Location: Cabins at The Ridges Sanctuary, 8828 County Q, Baileys Harbor, WI.
To register:
1. Ensure you are registering for the correct date and time. Please review the date at the top of this window. If you intend to register for a different date than noted above, select "other dates" and choose the accurate date from the calendar.
2. Indicate the quantity of tickets you'd like to purchase.
3. Click Register in the bottom left corner.
4. Fill out registration details.
5. Add to Cart. Once you've added all programs you intend to register for, navigate to 'view cart' and follow prompts for payment.
Please call 920-839-2802 if you have any issues.
Thank you for registering for a Ridges Art Workshop!
Join us for Photography Workshops with Len Villano this August!
Len is offering three workshops to see creatively at The Ridges and expand your artistic eye! Participation in all three parts is encouraged but not required!
Part I: Seeing Creatively – A Photographer’s Eye on The Ridges | Thursday, August 7 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Part II: Into The Ridges – A Guided Photography Walk | Thursday, August 21 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Part III: Show & Share – Image Review and Feedback Session | Thursday, August 28 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
To register:
1. Ensure you are registering for the correct date and time. Please review the date at the top of this window. If you intend to register for a different date than noted above, select "other dates" and choose the accurate date from the calendar.
2. Indicate the quantity of tickets you'd like to purchase.
3. Click Register in the bottom left corner.
4. Fill out registration details.
5. Add to Cart. Once you've added all programs you intend to register for, navigate to 'view cart' and follow prompts for payment.
Please call 920-839-2802 if you have any issues.
Become your own land steward through our Stewardship Workshop series this summer at The Ridges! These workshops will focus on local environmental issues and what landowners can do to better manage and protect their own property. Land Manager Sam Hoffman will lead discussions and demonstrate different techniques ranging from plant identification and invasive species control, to promoting diverse wildlife habitats in your own backyard. Participants will receive take home materials to help them practice stewardship on their properties!
This year's Stewardship Workshop line up includes:
Tuesday, June 24: Invasive Species
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Meets: Family Discovery Trail trailhead parking lot
Fee: Public $25 | Member $20 | Volunteer $20
Tuesday, July 29: Land Restoration and Native Planting
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Meets: Appel's Bluff trailhead parking lot
Fee: Public $25 | Member $20 | Volunteer $20
Tuesday, August 26: Long-Term Planning and Monitoring Your Property
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Meets: Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center
Fee: Public $25 | Member $20 | Volunteer $20
Please pay attention to the meeting location of the workshop for which you are registering as they differ for each workshop!
To Register:
Please verify you are registering for the correct program and complete all of the information in the registration form. We will be using a roster to check everyone in at the event.
How to Register:
1. Indicate quantity of individuals you are registering for.
2. Click Add to Cart
3. Complete all fields for each participant.
4. Complete your order by adding payment.
Join us for Swales & Ales: September 26th, October 10th, and Boos & Brews: October 24th from 3:00pm-6:00pm!
Swales & Ales
Explore the Ridges Sanctuary with Ridges Naturalists and discover what plants in and around Door County might be used to create different flavor profiles when brewing beer. After walking the ridges and discussing some nature inspired brews, we will head over to Sway Brewing to learn about the beer making process. Program fee includes Ridges Pint Glass and Brewery pour. Must be 21 years or older to participate.
Boos & Brews
Think Swales and Ales but Spooky Edition! Let’s explore the Ridges Sanctuary with Ridges Naturalists and discover what plants in and around Door County might be used to create different flavor profiles when brewing beer. After walking the ridges and discussing some nature inspired brews, we will head over to Sway Brewing to learn about the beer making process. Program fee includes Ridges Pint Glass and Brewery pour. Must be 21 years or older to participate.
To register:
1. Ensure you are registering for the correct date and time. Please review the date at the top of this window. If you intend to register for a different date than noted above, select "other dates" and choose the accurate date from the calendar.
2. Indicate the quantity of tickets you'd like to purchase.
3. Click Register in the bottom left corner.
4. Fill out registration details.
5. Add to Cart. Once you've added all programs you intend to register for, navigate to 'view cart' and follow prompts for payment.
Please call 920-839-2802 if you have any issues.
Save the date for our annual Citizen Science Symposium! We will provide the opportunity for our Citizen Scientists along with the public to gather in celebration of a successful field season. With a mix 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, Climate Change Coalition of Door County and the Door County Land Trust volunteers will highlight this event. A call for presenters from our various Citizen Scientist programs will be forthcoming.