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Become a Better Bird Watcher at Crossroads at Big Creek

At Crossroads at Big Creek in Sturgeon Bay, birds are taking advantage of the emerald ash borers that are killing the ash trees, but they still come to the feeders at the Collins Learning Center. The number of feeders at Crossroads is growing as they develop an Accessible Bird and Butterfly Garden around the building. There are a number of feeders that can be easily observed from the entry level of the Collins Learning Center.

Watching the birds come and go and identifying species is fun, but bird watching becomes more rewarding when observers take note of behaviors. Learners of all ages are welcome to join the naturalist in the warmth of the Learning Center to observe the birds and to learn more about these creatures on Dec. 11 at 1 pm. This “Bird Behavior Watching” program is free and open to the public. It will be held in the entry level of the Collins Learning Center.

Crossroads will screen the documentary Lakeshore Guardians: The Story of the United States Life-Saving Service in Wisconsin on Dec. 12 at 2 pm. Several Door County stations are featured in the documentary and the seasonal story of the Christmas Tree Ship is discussed. This educational film is free and open to the public.

Crossroads at Big Creek is a donor-supported educational facility made of the Big Creek Preserve, The Cove Preserve, and the Ida Bay Preserve. December hours at the Collins Learning Center, located at 2041 Michigan St. in Sturgeon Bay, is open 2 – 4 pm and during scheduled activities.

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