- 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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Monday Movie Matinee – “The Snowy Owl”
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesAn intimate look at the snowy owl, a bird made popular by Harry Potter’s faithful companion Hedwig. Filmmakers take us deep into the owl’s tundra home. Enjoy this free screening.…
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Environmental Exploration – Fall Wetlands
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesGeared for elementary students, all ages are welcome to visit the wetlands to observe signs of fall. 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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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,…
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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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Pumpkin Carving Night
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United States🎃 Bring your friends and family for a festive fall gathering! Join us for a fun-filled pumpkin carving event where pumpkins and carving tools are provided—just bring your creativity! 🕯️ Your jack-o-lanterns will help light the trail during our "Trails and Treats" event later this month. After the event, families are welcome to take their pumpkins home to…
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Science Saturday – Autumn Leaves
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesIndoor and outdoor activities focusing on the science behind our fall colors. This program is intended for school aged children, but learners of all ages are welcome. Meet at the…
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DCMGA: Growing Together Education Series – Fall Gardening Tips
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesThere is still time to complete some gardening tasks before winter! Learn essential tips on how to select the perfect bulbs, correctly plant them in the fall, and protect new plantings. You will also learn how to protect susceptible plants from snow and cold damage, including proper mulching and watering to help your plants through…
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Environmental Exploration – Migration
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesGeared for elementary students, all ages are invited to learn about migration patterns. Meet in the lab at the Collins Learning Center. Registration not required. Open to the public and…
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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,…
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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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Trails & Treats
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United States🌕 Kick off the spooky season with a magical evening on the trail! 🌕 🎃 Trick-or-treat along our luminary-lit paths, glowing with jack-o-lanterns carved by the community. 🐾 Well-behaved dogs on leashes are welcome to join the fun! 📅 No registration required 💰 Free and open to the public, thanks to the generosity of our amazing sponsors.…
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Science Saturday – We Will Rock You
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesA special Saturday Science family program, this event will offer hands-on activities describing how igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rock are formed and then using the tune of the Rock and Roll Classic "We Will Rock You," learn how to classify them. This program is intended for school aged children, but learners of all ages are…