- 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.
CALENDAR
Events
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Nature Center Closed; Trails Open 24/7
Crossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesThe Nature Center will be closed today. Trails and bathroom access at the Collins Learning Center are open all day, every day.
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Environmental Exploration – Door County Fish
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesGeared for elementary students, all ages are welcome to attend to learn about Door County fish by studying their mouths. Meet in the lab at the Collins Learning Center. Registration…
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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. Meet at the Collins Learning Center. Registration not required. Open to the public and free thanks to our donors.
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Nature Treks with Terrie – Ida Bay Exploration
FeaturedIda Bay Preserve 1195 Canal Road, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesDeep Dive into Environmental Topics with Terrie Cooper Ida Bay exploration, geology, natural history, forests, ancient post glacial lakes - adults only. Meet at the Ida Bay Preserve, 1195 Canal…
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Trails & Ales
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesStroll the trails and enjoy beer from the finest brewmasters in Door County! The Ale Trail is approximately one-third mile long and includes beer sampling stations from all eight Door…
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Monarch Tagging Day
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesJoin Wild Ones-Door Peninsula and Crossroads at Big Creek for our annual monarch tagging program. Starting in the lecture hall, Naturalist Karen Newbern will describes the monarch life cycle and migration patterns. Then (hopefully, since migration tends to be weather driven) participants are invited to help capture and tag these stunning orange and black butterflies…
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DCMGA: Growing Together Education Series – When and How to Plant Successful Trees and Shrubs
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesAmy Freidig, Horticuluture Outreach Specialist, UW-Extension presents a video program on planting trees and shrubs at this time of year for success. Lisa A Johnson, UW-Extension Horticultural Educator presents her…
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Environmental Exploration – Sweep Netting
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesGeared for elementary students, all ages are welcome to attend to explore the meadow using insect nets. Meet in the lab at the Collins Learning Center. Registration not required. Open…
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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. Meet at the Collins Learning Center. Registration not required. Open to the public and free thanks to our donors.
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Science Saturday – Insect Galls
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesThis program is intended for school aged children, but learners of all ages are welcome to find out about insect galls followed by an outdoor scavenger hike. Meet at the…
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Environmental Exploration – Under Rocks
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesGeared for elementary students, all ages are welcome to attend to learn about the creatures that survive under rocks in Big Creek. Meet in the lab at the Collins Learning…
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Junior Nature Club: Fall Session
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesJunior Nature Club is a free, six-week series aimed at connecting pre-school aged children and their families to the natural world around them. Through the use of storytelling, games, activities,…