- 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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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…
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Monday Movie Matinee: Geology Videos of Door County
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesEnjoy excerpts from WPT Hometown Stories, Ridge & Swale, and the Niagara Escarpment of Door County. Free and open to the public. Meet at the Collins Learning Center. Part of Wisconsin Science Festival
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Environmental Exploration – Rocks and the Arts
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesGeared for elementary students, all ages are invited to learn how rocks have been used by artists, followed by a make-and-take project. 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. Part of Wisconsin Science Festival
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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, and play in nature, the Junior Nature Club promotes physical well-being, social engagement and curiosity about nature in both children and their parents or guardians.…
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Wandering Wednesday – Ancient Shorelines
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesTake a stroll with our naturalist as we explore ancient shorelines. Easy walking. About an hour. Well-behaved dogs on leashes allowed. Meet at the Collins Learning Center. Registration not required. Open to the public and free thanks to our donors. Part of Wisconsin Science Festival
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School’s Out Excursion – Let’s Rock!
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United States🪨 Rock Hunting Expedition at Crossroads! No school? No problem! Join us for a fun, hands-on geology adventure perfect for elementary and middle school kids — and curious learners of all ages! 🌤️ Outdoors: Dress for the weather 💵 Cost: FREE — thanks to generous donors! 📝 Registration: Not required Explore, discover, and learn —…
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School’s Out Excursion – Let’s Rock!
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United States🪨 Rock Hunting Expedition at Crossroads! No school? No problem! Join us for a fun, hands-on geology adventure perfect for elementary and middle school kids — and curious learners of all ages! 🌤️ Outdoors: Dress for the weather 💵 Cost: FREE — thanks to generous donors! 📝 Registration: Not required Explore, discover, and learn —…
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School’s Out Excursion – Weird by Nature – Vultures & More
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesA representative from the Open Door Bird Sanctuary will bring several live birds, including a Vulture, Kestral and Falcon for a program geared for families. Following the program, families can…
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DCMGA Seminar: Gardening with Natives for Birds, Bees, and Butterflies
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesThis Door County Master Gardeners Association event will feature two presentations AND includes lunch. Native Shrubs and Trees for the Birds and Bees. Learn about the rich diversity of woody plants native to the upper Midwest and the benefits of incorporating them into your home landscape to help attract and sustain a diversity of bird and…
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Science Saturday – Sedimentary Rocks
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesWhy do sedimentary rocks have layers unlike other rocks? Find out during this week’s Science Saturday. This program is intended for school aged children, but learners of all ages are welcome. Meet at the Collins Learning Center. Registration not required. Open to the public and free thanks to our donors. Part of Wisconsin Science Festival
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Monday Movie Matinee – “Owls: The Ultimate Night Predator”
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United States🦉 The owl’s incredible sight and hearing are second to none in the animal world, and its ability to fly in utter silence is nothing short of remarkable. This film explores how owls reign as the lords of darkness. Enjoy this free screening. Open to the public. Meet at the Collins Learning Center.