- Trails are open 24/7 at no charge. Enjoy a Winnie-the-Pooh themed TRAIL TALES Storybook Walk.
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There’s almost always something happening at Crossroads! Whether you are looking for a guided hike, a guest lecture, community gatherings, or the chance to volunteer, our event calendar is an excellent place to find event details and learn of any last-minute changes.
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Science Saturdays – States of Matter
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesLearn how substances, especially water can be solid, liquid or gas. This weekly family program is intended for elementary students, but learners of all ages are welcome. Meet at the Collins Learning Center. Registration not required. Open to the public and free thanks to the generosity of donors like you!
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Environmental Exploration – Make & Take Nature Greeting Cards
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesMake a holiday card using stamps or objects from nature. Meet in the lab at the Collins Learning Center. Registration not required. Open to the public and free thanks to the generosity of donors like you.
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Wandering Wednesday – Naturalist Led Hike
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesJoin a naturalist-led hike. Easy walking. About an hour. Well-behaved dogs allowed on leash. Meet at the Collins Learning Center. Registration not required. Open to the public and free thanks to our donors.
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Science Saturdays – Night Tree
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesJoin us for videos, a story by the fire, and a visit to the forest to decorate a tree for the birds and wildlife. This weekly family program is intended for elementary students, but learners of all ages are welcome. Meet at the Collins Learning Center. Registration not required. Open to the public and free…
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Make & Take: Beeswax Candles
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United States🐝✨ Candle Making with the Door County Beekeepers Club! ✨🐝 Get ready for a warm and waxy afternoon of creativity! Join us as a member of the Door County Beekeepers Club shares the magic of beeswax candle making. Learn hands-on techniques like: 🕯️ Dipping candles 🕯️ Pouring tapers 🕯️ Using silicone molds Whether you're a…
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Environmental Exploration – Tree Buds
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesLearn how trees wrap “packages” containing next year’s trees and flowers. Meet in the lab at the Collins Learning Center. Registration not required. Open to the public and free thanks to the generosity of donors like you.
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Wandering Wednesday – Naturalist Led Hike
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesJoin a naturalist-led hike. Easy walking. About an hour. Well-behaved dogs allowed on leash. Meet at the Collins Learning Center. Registration not required. Open to the public and free thanks to our donors.
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2025 Christmas Bird Count
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesJoin The Door County Christmas Bird Count! This large scale citizen science event is in partnership with numerous volunteers and other organizations to add data to the National Audubon's Society's Christmas Bird Count. If you would just like to participate please email us at info@crossroadsatbigcreek.org to receive more details. A Bird Count Lite Program will be…
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Lecture: Door County Conifers and the History of Christmas Trees
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United States🎄 Native Evergreens & the History of Christmas Trees 🌲 Join us for an engaging presentation exploring the beauty of native evergreen trees and the fascinating history behind Christmas trees. 📍 Location: Collins Learning Center 💵 Cost: Free and open to the public 🙏 Thanks to the generosity of donors like you, no registration is…
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Environmental Exploration – Making a List
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesIn this activity kids are “gonna find out who’s naughty and nice” (and why) in the our habitats. Meet in the lab at the Collins Learning Center. Registration not required. Open to the public and free thanks to the generosity of donors like you.
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Science Saturdays – Snow
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesWe all dream of a White Christmas. What is snow anyway? This weekly family program is intended for elementary students, but learners of all ages are welcome. Meet at the Collins Learning Center. Registration not required. Open to the public and free thanks to the generosity of donors like you!
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Mushroom Club – Chaga, Cocoa, and Community
Crossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesAre you curious about this mysterious mushroom? Join us for an open discussion on ethical harvesting, chaga tea preparation, and historical uses of this fascinating fungi! Afterwards, we'll gather around…