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. 

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.   

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.   

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.   

Join us for Tiny Trekkers! This program is for caregivers and children who are walking through 3 years old. Tiny Trekkers is designed to create a foundation of love and respect for the natural world. Active play in nature between caregivers and children provides lasting impressions. Join a Ridges Sanctuary educator in gentle hiking, songs, and endless possibilities for exploration and experimentation.

Join us for Tiny Trekkers! This program is for caregivers and children who are walking through 3 years old. Tiny Trekkers is designed to create a foundation of love and respect for the natural world. Active play in nature between caregivers and children provides lasting impressions. Join a Ridges Sanctuary educator in gentle hiking, songs, and endless possibilities for exploration and experimentation.

Not only is illustration an art form, but it can also be an important scientific tool. Join retired Professor Daniel Meinhardt, Ph.D., and Curator for the Richter Museum of Natural History, for a workshop on scientific illustration. Learn the importance of scientific illustration, why and how it can be used today, and try out techniques using a variety of materials to create different effects. You’ll also begin your own illustration of an object of your choosing. Students will be given all the necessary supplies to participate in this workshop but may choose to bring their own object to illustrate. No prior illustration experience is necessary!

Suitable for ages 18 & up.

Join us for a Natural Dye Workshop with artist Rachel Davis! Indigo is a natural dye which comes from the leaves of indigo plants.  The process of dyeing fabric using the indigo plant has been used in some cultures for over 5,000 years. In this workshop, Rachel will lead you through the dye process and help you create your own silk scarf to take home with you. Participants should bring a pair of rubber dishwashing gloves with them to the workshop. Suitable for ages 18 & up.