Baileys Harbor, Wis. (May 25, 2022) – Leaders of The Ridges Sanctuary are stepping forward to further the organization’s strategy and mission through a comprehensive master planning process. The 20-year Master Plan will incorporate the potential for expanded preservation and growth of the Sanctuary, along with the adjacent Ridges Inn and Suites property, which The […]

Baileys Harbor, Wis. (April 22, 2022) – The Ridges Sanctuary will host an Artist Reception, titled “Nature’s Medley” on May 5th from 4-6 pm, featuring the works of talented Door County artist, Marcia Nickols. Nickols work includes water-based oils, mixed media, watercolors and wool felt art. With a master’s degree in art education, Nickols has […]

Expanded Program Combines Pre-K Education with the Natural World Baileys Harbor, Wis. (February 8, 2022) – The Ridges Sanctuary has announced open enrollment of its Dragonfly Nature Preschool for the 2022-23 school year. The program has been expanded to three mornings a week, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9–11:30am. “The expansion of the Dragonfly program comes […]

Baileys Harbor, Wis. (December 27, 2021) – The Ridges Sanctuary is hosting a community discussion series on solutions to the climate crisis. Discussions will be structured around topics covered in the new book, Regeneration: Ending the Climate Crisis in One Generation, authored by Paul Hawken, Environmentalist and Best-Selling Author. Regeneration seeks to end the climate crisis through the […]

Baileys Harbor, Wis. (November 15, 2021) – The Ridges Sanctuary is giving visitors a chance to spend time this holiday season surrounded by its natural beauty.  Guests at the annual holiday celebration can stroll down the softly lit Hidden Brook Boardwalk, roast marshmallows and chestnuts around an outdoor fire, and listen to holiday music in the […]

Baileys Harbor, Wis. (May 16, 2021) – The Ridges Sanctuary Board of Directors is pleased to announce the recent appointments of Andrew (Andy) Gill as Executive Director and Katie Krouse as Director of Operations. Andy served as the Executive Director of Pease Park Conservancy in Austin, Texas for 3 ½ years before moving to Door County […]

Baileys Harbor, Wis. (February 5, 2021) – The Ridges Sanctuary’s Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Mike Reed will join The Ridges as Executive Director on February 8, 2021. Mike comes to The Ridges with more than 30 years of experience with the Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary in Green Bay. Most recently he served […]

Baileys Harbor, Wis. (May 20, 2020) – The 18th Annual Door County Festival of Nature has been rescheduled for September 3 – 6, 2020. Due to concerns involving COVID-19 and the health and safety of its participants, trip leaders, and volunteers the Ridges staff made the decision to reschedule the Festival back in mid-April. The […]

Owl-O-Rama – Saturday, February 29, 9am – 2pm These fascinating birds of prey are known for their distinct calls, nocturnal habits, and silent flight. There will be great learning experiences for the entire family. Activities include night hikes, Story hour, crafts and workshops. Live birds from the Open Door Bird Sanctuary will be on hand […]