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Woods & Water: Exploring Logan Creek | Wednesday, June 17
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, June 22
with Victoria Holderer
Meet at the Cabins at The Ridges to stroll down the Range Light Corridor Boardwalk to discuss ongoing research initiatives, focusing on 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.
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Rocks & Ledges: Appel's Bluff Geology Hike | Wednesday, July 8
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.
Will run
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.
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.
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.