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Winter Sanctuary Guided Hikes | Saturday, February 7 | 10:30 am

$10

with Ridges Naturalist

Calendar Feb 7, 2026 at 10:30 am

Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary in the winter. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, explore some winter adaptations, search for animal tracks, and more! If conditions allow, we will utilize snowshoes for our hike. You can rent snowshoes from the Nature Store for $5 per pair. Suitable for all ages.   

Winter Sanctuary Guided Hikes | Saturday, February 7 | 1:30 pm

$10

with Ridges Naturalist

Calendar Feb 7, 2026 at 1:30 pm

Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary in the winter. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, explore some winter adaptations, search for animal tracks, and more! If conditions allow, we will utilize snowshoes for our hike. You can rent snowshoes from the Nature Store for $5 per pair. Suitable for all ages.   

Photography Through The Seasons: Explore Door County's Winter Wonderland

$30
Calendar Feb 13, 2026 at 7 am

Join local photographer Len Villano as we venture into the heart of Door County’s iconic winter landscapes. 
We’ll carpool to some of Len’s favorite photography locations—and maybe discover a few new hidden gems along the way. Learn valuable winter photography techniques from Len while expanding your own portfolio. Each outing will offer something new, as weather and light create ever-changing opportunities.
One thing is certain: the excitement of photographing Door County during its most spectacular season never fades!

Winter Sanctuary Guided Hikes | Friday, February 13 | 1:30 pm

$10

with Ridges Naturalist

Calendar Feb 13, 2026 at 1:30 pm

Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary in the winter. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, explore some winter adaptations, search for animal tracks, and more! If conditions allow, we will utilize snowshoes for our hike. You can rent snowshoes from the Nature Store for $5 per pair. Suitable for all ages.   

Winter Sanctuary Guided Hikes | Saturday, February 14 | 10:30 am

$10

with Ridges Naturalist

Calendar Feb 14, 2026 at 10:30 am

Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary in the winter. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, explore some winter adaptations, search for animal tracks, and more! If conditions allow, we will utilize snowshoes for our hike. You can rent snowshoes from the Nature Store for $5 per pair. Suitable for all ages.   

Winter Sanctuary Guided Hikes | Saturday, February 14 | 1:30 pm

$10

with Ridges Naturalist

Calendar Feb 14, 2026 at 1:30 pm

Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary in the winter. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, explore some winter adaptations, search for animal tracks, and more! If conditions allow, we will utilize snowshoes for our hike. You can rent snowshoes from the Nature Store for $5 per pair. Suitable for all ages.   

Walk & Talk with Ridges Research Team

Free

with Victoria Holderer

Calendar Feb 16, 2026 at 1 pm

Join Applied Research Ecologist, Victoria Holderer and Director of Research, Tony Kiszonas, on an educational hike highlighting different focuses of research at The Ridges. We will take a stroll down Hidden Brook Boardwalk to discuss ongoing research initiatives, including research for restoration work with the Dwarf Like Iris, Orchid Restoration Project, and the Boreal Climate Survivability Project, along with other initiatives we are partnering on. Suitable for ages 18 & up. 

Winter Sanctuary Guided Hikes | Friday, February 20 | 1:30 pm

$10

with Ridges Naturalist

Calendar Feb 20, 2026 at 1:30 pm

Join a naturalist for an exploration of The Ridges Sanctuary in the winter. We’ll head out on the trails to learn about the history of The Ridges, explore some winter adaptations, search for animal tracks, and more! If conditions allow, we will utilize snowshoes for our hike. You can rent snowshoes from the Nature Store for $5 per pair. Suitable for all ages.   





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