- 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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Events
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Science Saturday – Hexagons
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesJoin this indoor program as we explore hexagons, in particular "hexagons in winter." 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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DCMGA: Growing Together Education Series – Establishing a Bee Lawn
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesBecause turf grass doesn't provide food for pollinators, University of Minnesota researcher Kristine Moncada presents a video on the research behind bee lawns, about the best bee lawn plant species, how to establish and maintain bee lawns, and much more. Learn about this proactive way to provide food resources for pollinators by intentionally incorporating flowers…
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Environmental Exploration – Food Webs
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesLearn how the sun's energy is captured by plants, then moves through the food chain. 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. Meet at the Collins Learning Center. Registration not required. Open to the public and free thanks to our donors.
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THE FISH THIEF: A Great Lakes Mystery
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United States🎬 Free Screening + Live Q&A Event A Deadly Invader Destroying People’s Lives... Tenacious Scientists Equally Determined To Defeat It Join us for a powerful documentary that uncovers the mystery behind the near disappearance of the most prized fish in the Great Lakes—the largest freshwater ecosystem on Earth. This ecological collapse devastated jobs, businesses, towns, tribal…
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THE FISH THIEF: A Great Lakes Mystery
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United States🎬 Free Screening + Live Q&A Event A Deadly Invader Destroying People’s Lives... Tenacious Scientists Equally Determined To Defeat It Join us for a powerful documentary that uncovers the mystery behind…
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Science Saturdays – Winds of November
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesLearners of all ages will learn why winds of November, made famous by song and legend, develop. Meet at the Collins Learning Center. Registration not required. Open to the public…
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Workshop: Oneida Pottery with Jennifer Stevens
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United States🏺 Oneida Prehistoric Pottery Workshop with Jennifer Stevens Join nationally recognized potter and cultural educator Jennifer Stevens for a workshop exploring the rich history and cultural significance of Oneida prehistoric Indigenous pottery. This free public event includes: 🎓 A lecture on Oneida pottery history and its cultural importance 🏺 A display of historical pottery and…
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Environmental Exploration – Mushrooms
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesMoisture and a drop in temperature often stimulate fungus to fruit. Join us for a mushroom hunt! 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. Meet at the Collins Learning Center. Registration not required. Open to the public and free thanks to our donors.
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Thankful Luminary-lit Hike
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesLuminary Trail Walk & Campfire Gathering Take a stroll along one of our trails, beautifully lit by the enchanting glow of luminaries. When you return, cozy up around a toasty campfire with a cup of hot chocolate and enjoy the company of good people. Well-behaved dogs on leashes are welcome! Open to the public and…
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Science Saturdays – Seeds
FeaturedCrossroads at Big Creek 2041 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI, United StatesThis hike will explore how wildflowers and trees disperse their seeds. 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!