Category: Nature
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Astronomical Event of the Century
by the Door Peninsula Astronomical Society We all know what happened 50 years ago: Apollo 11 made the first manned moon landing on July 20, 1969. But what event in July 1994 did several publications that year dub the “astronomical event of the century”? It was the fascinating impact of fragments of Comet Shoemaker-Levy 9 […]
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Learn about Wetland Science and History at Crossroads
Crossroads at Big Creek will host a free lecture of the Door County Environmental Council, “Fifty Years of Wetland Science, Awareness, Policy,” on July 25, 7 pm. Tracy Hames, the executive director of the Wisconsin Wetlands Association, will discuss the types of wetlands in the state and why they’re important, and explore the history and […]
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Lukes and Anderson to Lead Toft Point Hike July 20
Join the Climate Change Coalition (CCC) of Door County for “Toft Point: A Nature Lover’s Dream” – a guided hike through a pristine, old-growth forest in Baileys Harbor – on July 20, 10 am – 12 pm. Charlotte Lukes and Nick Anderson will lead the hike and share their deep knowledge of the forest and Toft […]
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Battle Invasive Species at Crossroads
Community members are invited to help battle invasive species at Crossroads at Big Creek on July 13, 10 am. No experience is necessary; work gloves are recommended. Meet at the maintenance building. Family programs will continue July 16, 10 am, with Rocks and Fossils. Door County sits on fossil beds that are millions of years […]
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Hunting Spring Photos with Len Villano
Most mornings, photographer Len Villano wakes before sunrise. He has to in order to have a chance at capturing the best photos. “You can’t wait for sunrise to leave the house,” said the longtime photographer for the Peninsula Pulse and Door County Living magazine. “You’ll be there too late.” The best photos are taken right […]
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American Honey Queen Visiting Pen Park
You can meet “nature’s royalty” when Hannah Sjostrom, the 2019 American Honey Queen (and a third-generation beekeeper), buzzes up to Door County July 10-12. As the national spokesperson for the American Beekeeping Federation – and the 2018 Wisconsin Honey Queen – Sjostrom will highlight the economic importance of honeybees as pollinators and how we can help […]
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Crossroads at Big Creek Family Programming
Crossroads at Big Creek continues its family programming with The Five Senses, on July 9, 10 am, when participants will explore nature through the five senses. Meet at the Collins Learning Center. The July 10 program, Heritage Garden, welcomes guests to the 1890s-style heritage garden to observe the flowers, herbs and vegetables that Wisconsin settlers […]
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Door County Sea Kayak Symposium Returns for 16th Year
Rowleys Bay Resort in Ellison Bay will host the 16th year of the family-friendly Door County Sea Kayak Symposium (everyonepaddles.com) July 12-14 – a gathering that welcomes beginners to advanced kayakers to participate in 80-plus classes, tours, demonstrations and group activities. Instructors are experienced and passionate about helping kayakers get to the next level. Beginner-level […]
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Summer Learning Continues at Crossroads
Learning continues at Crossroads at Big Creek this summer. Crossroads is a donor-supported learning center comprising three preserves. Beginning July 2 until mid-August, Crossroads’ summer educator, Joan Wilkie, will offer free family programs at 10 am on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Meet in the Collins Learning Center. The July 2 family program, Insect Safari, will […]
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Peninsula State Park Naturalist-Led Kayak Trips
See Peninsula State Park’s soaring, 150-foot bluffs from the water by joining a naturalist-led kayak trip. They take place every Friday (weather permitting), 10 am – 12 pm, starting June 28. The paddles feature the Niagara Escarpment and Green Bay ecology plus park history. The two-mile paddle is best suited for adults and kids 10 […]