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.

This May, life is literally looking up—we’ll be staring at Door County skies forearly spring migrants and the locals who never left. (Yes, birds.) 

Join Len Villano, a man who has spent more hours hiding in bushes than most wildlife. He’ll reveal his top-secret bird photography tips, including how to sneak up on birds, how not to fall over while sneaking up on birds, and how to pan, focus, and otherwise convince your camera to cooperate. Birds will be our main stars, but if a curious squirrel, deer, or photogenic plant wanders into view, we won’t say no. 

If you love birds—or just want an excuse to wander the woods with a camera, this rare opportunity is for you. Learn how to take the kind of photos that make friends say, “Wait, you took that?” Don’t miss out on this chance to join Len and other bird lovers for a fun, hands-on experience in one of the most scenic spots in Wisconsin! Suitable for ages 18 & up. 

Head out with The Ridges’ ornithologist to find migrating birds. In May, meet at Peninsula State Park’s Weborg Point (by the restrooms); a daily/annual park pass is required. Spring is an exciting time to be birding!

Suitable for ages 12 & up. 

Head out with The Ridges’ ornithologist to find migrating birds. In May, meet at Peninsula State Park’s Weborg Point (by the restrooms); a daily/annual park pass is required. Spring is an exciting time to be birding!

Suitable for ages 12 & up. 

Enjoy the beauty of the many spring ephemeral blooms on this leisurely two-hour hike.  We'll spend time identifying and learning about the flowers, then finish with a hike along the trails to view Clark Lake.

Wear appropriate footwear, as the trails may be muddy. 

Suitable for ages 16 & up.  

Join Door County's mushroom expert Charlotte Lukes to learn about spring fungi of The Ridges. This workshop will include an introduction to fungi with an emphasis on the seasons of mushrooms - including what you can find in the spring!

Charlotte's presentation will be followed by a short hike through the Sanctuary to identify mushrooms, weather permitting. Suitable for ages 18 & up. 

Enjoy the beauty of the many spring ephemeral blooms on this leisurely two-hour hike.  We'll spend time identifying and learning about the flowers, then finish with a hike along the trails to view Clark Lake.

Wear appropriate footwear, as the trails may be muddy. 

Suitable for ages 16 & up.