Earth Day Events

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Earth Day is the perfect time to learn a little more about our planet – and, if you aren’t afraid of getting your hands a little dirty, help it stay healthy. Here are some ways you can do so locally.

Geological Journey 

Lautenbach Woods Nature Preserve, 6749 Cty Road G in Egg Harbor

April 20, 9-11 am 

Hike 1.3 miles along the Niagara Escarpment while learning about glacial geology from Door County Land Trust’s Brian Forest. Visit doorcountylandtrust.org/events to register. 

Every Day is Earth Day at the Kress 

Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St. in Egg Harbor

April 20, 10 am – 4 pm

Participate in environmental workshops, kids’ activities, a visit from Open Door Bird Sanctuary and more. Visit everydayisearthdayfest.org for a full workshop schedule. 

Forest School Artist Reception

The Ridges Sanctuary, 8166 Hwy 57 in Baileys Harbor

April 20, 11 am – 12 pm

Explore a collection of art by Ridges Forest School students, based on their perspective of the Earth’s systems and cycles.

Science Saturday

Crossroads at Big Creek, 2041 Michigan St. in Sturgeon Bay

April 20, 2-3 pm 

Learn about squirrels during a session geared towards grade-school children and their families.

Tree Talk 

Newport State Park, 475 Cty NP in Ellison Bay

April 21, 10:30 am 

Join arborist and horticulturist Tom Wolfe as he shares his knowledge about trees and shrubs. Meet at the Nature Center in Lot 1. A state park sticker is required. 

Every Day is Earth Day at Crossroads 

Crossroads at Big Creek, 2041 Michigan St. in Sturgeon Bay

April 21, 1-4 pm

Plant trees, watch demonstrations, go on guided hikes, participate in citizen science and more. 

Every Day is Earth Day Open Mic

One Barrel Brewing Company, 4633 Market St. in Egg Harbor

April 22, 5-8 pm

Share songs, stories or poems inspired by the Earth, or listen to others perform theirs. Free pizza will be provided and beverages will be available to purchase.

Range Light Corridor Restoration Presentation

The Ridges Sanctuary, 8166 Hwy 57 in Baileys Harbor

April 22, 6 pm 

Tune in for an update on the restoration project, including insights into the ongoing research on the federally-threatened dwarf lake iris.

Arbor Day Giveaway 

The Ridges Sanctuary, 8166 Hwy 57 in Baileys Harbor

April 26, 9 am – 3:30 pm

Get free trees to plant at home or at your business.

TREE PLANTING/TRANSPLANTING

Watch for Big Plant updates at tinyurl.com/4yhrmsb3.

April 21, 1-4 pm, Crossroads at Big Creek

2041 Michigan St. in Sturgeon Bay

April 23, 10 am – 12 pm and 12:30-3 pm, Oak Road Nature Preserve

6391 Oak Road in Egg Harbor

April 24, 9 am – 12 pm, Appel’s Bluff at The Ridges Sanctuary

2307 Sun Plaza Dr. in Baileys Harbor

April 26, 9 am – 3 pm, Shivering Sands Preserve

4053 E Whitefish Bay Road (County T) in Sturgeon Bay

April 28, 9 am – 3 pm, Mink River Preserve

12163 Badger Road in Ellison Bay

WORK DAYS

April 20, 9 am – 12 pm, Whitefish Dunes State Park

3275 Clark Lake Road in Sturgeon Bay

Wear work shoes, long pants and gloves, and bring loppers and rakes if you can. The park will provide cleaning supplies and refreshments at noon. Anyone planning to work along a roadside is required to wear a high-vis vest at all times, which the park can provide if needed. 

Meet at the Nature Center. Park admission is free for those volunteering.

April 22, 10 am – 12 pm, Ephraim Historical Society

3060 Anderson Lane in Ephraim 

Join Ephraim Historical Society staff and other volunteers to clean up trash and debris from historical properties in the town. Coffee, snacks, safety vests, gloves and other tools will be provided. 

The event is rain or shine. To RSVP, email [email protected] or call 920.854.9688.

April 27, 9 am – 12 pm, Potawatomi State Park 

3740 Cty PD (Park Dr.) in Sturgeon Bay 

Help clean up playgrounds, campgrounds, picnic areas, shelters, ADA cabins and trails. Participants should wear long pants, sturdy footwear and gloves, and can bring their own shovels, rakes and other hand tools. No pets. Water, snacks and some hand tools will be provided. 

Park admission is free for those volunteering. Meet at the shelter by the campground on Shoreline Road.