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Walk & Talk with Ridges Research Team | Monday, July 20
with Victoria Holderer
Meet at the Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center to stroll down Hidden Brook Boardwalk to discuss ongoing research initiatives, culminating at The Ridges Sanctuary beach. Join us in learning about research for restoration work with the dwarf lake iris and lady’s slipper orchids. Another program explained in-depth is the Boreal Climate Survivability Project. Numerous other collaborative research projects will be discussed.
Will run
Woods & Water: Exploring Logan Creek | Wednesday, July 22
with Ridges Naturalist
Get to know a hidden gem of The Ridges Sanctuary on this hike at our Logan Creek Preserve. Explore an upland beech forest, a coniferous forest, and the shoreline of Clark Lake, one of three inland lakes in Door County. This wooded 170- acre property is sure to become your next favorite hiking destination. Moderate to easy hiking. Wear appropriate footwear and bring binoculars if desired. Suitable for all ages.
Will run
Walk & Talk with Ridges Research Team | Monday, August 17
with Victoria Holderer
Meet at the Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center and carpool to Appel’s Bluff to hike to a Boreal Climate Survivability plot, discuss Ram’s head orchid restoration, along with other initiatives we are partnering on.
Rocks & Ledges: Appel's Bluff Geology Hike | Wednesday, August 19
with Ridges Naturalist
Ever wonder what Door County looked like 5,000 years ago? 10,000 years ago? What about 450 million years ago? Discover ancient shorelines of the Door Peninsula at The Ridges Appel’s Bluff property! Learn about the geology, plants, and habitats of the surrounding landscape and current Ridges research efforts on the property. Suitable for all ages.
Woods & Water: Exploring Logan Creek | Wednesday, August 26
with Ridges Naturalist
Get to know a hidden gem of The Ridges Sanctuary on this hike at our Logan Creek Preserve. Explore an upland beech forest, a coniferous forest, and the shoreline of Clark Lake, one of three inland lakes in Door County. This wooded 170- acre property is sure to become your next favorite hiking destination. Moderate to easy hiking. Wear appropriate footwear and bring binoculars if desired. Suitable for all ages.
Swales & Ales | Thursday, September 3
with Ridges Naturalist
Explore The Ridges Sanctuary with our Naturalists and discover what plants in and around Door County might be used to create different flavor profiles when brewing beer. After walking the Sanctuary trails and discussing some nature-inspired brews, we will head over to Sway Brewing to learn about the beer making process.
Program fee includes a Ridges Pint Glass and Brewery pour. Must be 21 or older to participate.
Swales & Ales | Thursday, September 17
with Ridges Naturalist
Explore The Ridges Sanctuary with our Naturalists and discover what plants in and around Door County might be used to create different flavor profiles when brewing beer. After walking the Sanctuary trails and discussing some nature-inspired brews, we will head over to Sway Brewing to learn about the beer making process.
Program fee includes a Ridges Pint Glass and Brewery pour. Must be 21 or older to participate.
Walk & Talk with Ridges Research Team | Monday, September 21
with Victoria Holderer
Meet at the Logan Creek Trailhead for a hike to some of our Boreal Climate Survivability plots to learn about the project, monitoring techniques we are utilizing, and other volunteer Citizen Scientist opportunities at The Ridges.