Land Trust Hosted Events
Jun 20, 2013
Animals Under Our Feet
Sturgeon Bay Library in Sturgeon Bay, WI
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
All kinds of creatures, great and small, find their food and make their homes underground. A naturalist from The Ridges Sanctuary will help you learn about cicadas, star-nosed moles, earthworms, spiders, and our state animal, the badger! If you have an item from home like a small underground critter that you found, feel free to bring it to share at the program. (No pets, please.) This program is being presented in conjunction with the Door County Libraries’ Summer Reading Program, “Dig Into Reading!”
Jun 20, 2013
“Lake Lessons” – Thursday Evening Lectures
Baileys Harbor Town Hall in Baileys Harbor, WI
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
This Thursday's presentation is Wisconsin and Door County Lighthouses. Join the Ridges Sanctuary for an evening of history, beautiful photography, storytelling and music. Lighthouse authors and historians Ken and Barb Wardius will highlight many historic Door County beacons, including Cana Island Lighthouse, Pottawatomie Lighthouse on Rock Island, Baileys Harbor Rangelights, and the Old Baileys Harbor Lighthouse (the “birdcage” light). They will also features lighthouses on Lake Superior, Lake Winnebago, the bay of Green Bay and Lake Michigan.
Jun 20, 2013
Summer Solstice Beer & Cheese Tasting
Cornerstone Pub in Baileys Harbor, WI
8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Beer is best enjoyed in the company of others, and the right beer can be a delicious partner for good cheese. Join The Ridges Sanctuary and have an opportunity to sample both at the Summer Solstice Beer & Cheese Tasting at the Cornerstone Pub. The event also features an evening of Mississippi Blues performed by musician Jay Lang. The tasting will feature two specialty beers from Hinterland Brewery accompanied by fresh goat cheeses supplied by the Door County Creamery. Representatives from Hinterland and the Creamery will be on site to provide information and answer questions. The cost for the Summer Solstice Beer & Cheese Tasting is $15 per person. Proceeds from the event benefit The Ridges Sanctuary, Wisconsin’s first land trust and most unique wild place.
Jun 20, 2013
Summer Solstice Saunter & Social
Poynette, WI
6:30 Pm - 7:30 PM
Experience a Summer Solstice Saunter and Social! Everyone is welcome to join the Lodi Chapter of the Ice Age Trail on Thursday, June 20th for a hike, followed by a social gathering. Meet at 6:30 at the Slack Road parking area of the Gibralter Segment of the Ice Age Trail. The Saunter (hike) will last about an hour and go to the "bench" at the top, then reconvene for the Social at the home of Lodi Chapter members Ross Ament and Connie Ellis Ament at W10724 Becker Road, Poynette. Directions to the Social will be available at the hike or call 608-635-2779. Wear weather-appropriate clothing and bring a Summer Snack to Share and Suds (your own beverage). We may even see a Summer Solstice Sunset! In case of inclement weather, come directly to the Social.
Jun 21, 2013
Orchid Mania and Wildflower Wonders Along the Coastal Byway
The Ridges Sanctuary in Baileys Harbor, WI
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join Paul Regnier, Naturalist and owner of Door County Nature and Travel Company, and the Ridges Sanctuary Naturalist Karen Newbern in search of one of Door County’s natural claims to fame – native orchids. Some are common, some elusive, all pretty amazing! Over two dozen orchids grace the county’s landscapes throughout the summer. Orchid and wildflower natural history, photo opportunities and transportation provided. $30/person Ridges members, $40/person general public. Limited availability – preregistration REQUIRED.
