- Trails are open 24/7 at no charge. Enjoy a Winnie-the-Pooh themed TRAIL TALES Storybook Walk.
EVENTSAT CROSSROADS
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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Discovery Day
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesJoin us for this free community event as we celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Collins Learning Center! Enjoy a morning filled with outdoor fun, hands‑on learning, and meaningful community connections. We'll kick off the celebration at 9:00 AM with exciting updates from Crossroads staff about the future of the Collins Learning Center and our…
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Guided Hike: Ida Bay Preserve
FeaturedIda Bay Preserve 1195 Canal Road, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesJoin our naturalist in a gentle ramble at the Ida Bay Preserve. Learn a bit about history of the preserve as you enjoy early spring wildflowers and the return of breeding birds. Meet at the parking lot of the Ida Bay Preserve at 1195 Canal Road in Sturgeon Bay
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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 is not required. Open to the public and free…
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Nature Investigators – Water Currents
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesGeared for school‑age kids, all are invited to dive into weekly, hands‑on nature adventures! Each session explores a new environmental mystery — this week, we will test water velocity using oranges, golf balls, and rubber duckies. Guided by curiosity and grounded in real science, Nature Investigators encourages kids of all ages to observe, ask questions,…
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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 is not required. Open to the public and free…
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Nature Investigators – Wildlife Services
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesGeared for school‑age kids, all are invited to dive into weekly, hands‑on nature adventures! Each session explores a new environmental mystery — this week, we will learn how animals, from insects to mammals, help improve habitats. Guided by curiosity and grounded in real science, Nature Investigators encourages kids of all ages to observe, ask questions,…
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Science Saturday: Pollen Probe
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesLearners of all ages are invited to explore the amazing world of plants, bees, and pollen—and the important relationships between flowers and their pollinators. Get up close, ask questions, and deepen your appreciation for these tiny but mighty connections that help our ecosystems thrive. ✨ Free & open to the public 📝 No registration required…
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THEME: Summer Kick Off 📚 TALE: “The Hike” by Allison Farrell
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United States🌞 SUMMER AT CROSSROADS Starting the week of June 1: TRAIL TALES: Take a self-guided hike starting at the west trailhead where the story unfolds along the trail. This week's tale is "The Hike" by Allison Farrell. Starting the week of June 8: TINKERS: Stop by during open hours for ever-changing self-led hands on activities.…
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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 is not required. Open to the public and free…
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Nighttime Bat Hike
FeaturedIda Bay Preserve 1195 Canal Road, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesGrab your headlamps and join us on a night hike as we look and listen for local bats. Meet at our Ida Bay Preserve, 1195 Canal Road, Sturgeon Bay. Wear bugspray…
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Science Saturday – Pollution
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesVideos and hands on activities will explore pollution. Meet in the lab at the Collins Learning Center. Registration not required. Open to the public and free thanks to the generosity…
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THEME: Dragonflies 📚 TALE: “Are You a Dragonfly?” by Judy Allen
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United States🌞 SUMMER AT CROSSROADS TRAIL TALES: Take a self-guided hike starting at the west trailhead where the story unfolds along the trail. This week's tale is "Are You a Dragonfly?" by Judy Allen. TINKERS: Stop by during open hours for ever-changing self-led hands on activities. This week, explore these adventures: Dragonfly Scavenger Hunt Dragonfly Mouth…