Wildlife Wizardry

On July 2 at 7 pm, Mike Orthober will present “Wildlife Wizardry” at the Baileys Harbor Town Hall. As part of The Ridges’ Lake Lessons series, Orthober will discuss and display the art of bringing wildlife to life through taxidermy. Admission to Lake Lessons is free.

On July 3 at 9 am, Orthober will conduct a Wildlife Wizardry Workshop at the Cook-Fuller Center, 8166 Hwy 57 in Baileys Harbor. During the workshop session, Orthober will reassemble wildlife that has been preserved and share some of the tips and tricks of his art. Workshop fees are $30/person for Ridges members and $40/person for the general public.

Parents still have time to register their children for this summer’s Backpack Adventure Camps. Camps are in session Monday – Friday, July 6 – July 31 for ages 4 – 6 and 7 – 10. Taken in sequence, the full-week camps are intended to build on skills and awareness from one camp to the next. Children can also register by the day. Full week fees are $100/week for Ridges members and $130/week for the general public. Daily fees are $25/day for members and $30/day for the general public. Register online at RidgesSanctuary.org or call 920.839.2802.