- 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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🦉 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. |
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Geared for elementary students, all ages are invited to hike to the meadow to learn how native plants develop and disperse seeds. Meet in the lab at the Collins Learning… 
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So how do we create beautiful landscapes brimming with life; landscapes that support the pollinators, herbivores, detritivores, predators and parasitoids that run the ecosystems we depend on? Tallamy will remind us of the many essential roles insects play, and describe the simple changes we must make in our landscapes and our attitudes to keep insects… |
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Join 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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Join 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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Because 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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Learn 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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Join 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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🎬 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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🎬 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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Learners 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 and free thanks to the generosity of donors like you! |
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🏺 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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Moisture 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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Join 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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 Luminary 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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This 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! |
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 Crows: Smarter Than You Think!Join us for a free public screening that dives into the mysterious and brilliant minds of crows—birds known for their tool use, voice recognition, and over… |
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Geared for elementary students, all ages are invited to learn how the fossils of Door County were formed and the basics of fossil ID. Meet in the lab at the… |
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Join 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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Learn about the bird that made Thanksgiving famous! This weekly family program is intended for elementary students, but learners of all ages are welcome. Meet at the Collins Learning Center.… |
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🌊 The Worth of Water: A Great Lakes Story Join us for a free public screening of this powerful documentary that follows two women on a 343-mile journey from Milwaukee to the Porcupine… |
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 Join a Naturalist-Led Hike! Easy walking | About 1 hour Well-behaved dogs welcome (on leash) Meet at Collins Learning Center No registration required Free & open to the public thanks to our generous donors! Plus: On this hike and during our regular Wandering Wednesday program (also starting at 1:30 PM), we’ll shift slightly to Cabin Fever Hikes—perfect for anyone who…
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Videos 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 of donors like you. 
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🥧🌳 Pies and Parks: Wild Ones Door Peninsula Annual Meeting & Program Join us for an evening celebrating native plants, community, and autumn flavors! đź“‹ Brief Annual Meeting A short business session for Wild Ones members - only members can vote but all are welcome. 🌿 Program: "Discover Franke Park" Presented by Tawnie Perkovich, Wild… |
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Each lab table will be set up with an educational activity offering fun for the whole family. This weekly family program is intended for elementary students, but learners of all ages are welcome. Drop in any time between 2:00 and 3:30 PM. Meet at the Collins Learning Center. Registration not required. Open to the public… |
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🌎🌿 Whatever the Weather: Preparing Wisconsin's Landscapes for Climate Change Join us for a free public event exploring how Wisconsin’s diverse landscapes—from the Mississippi River bluffs to the Baraboo Hills, northern forests, lakes,… |
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This hike will visit the conifer forests of Crossroads to learn about adaptations. 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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Join a naturalist-led hike. Easy walking. About an hour. Well-behaved dogs allowed on leash. Meet at the Collins Learning Center. Registration not required. Open to the public and free thanks… |
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We will gather branches and other items to create a natural Christmas to put up holiday decor at the Collins Learning Center. Dress for the weather. Treats will be served. Click here to volunteer. |
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Learn how substances, especially water can be solid, liquid or gas. 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! |
Science Saturday – Hexagons
Thankful Luminary-lit Hike
Science Saturdays – Seeds
Environmental Exploration – Fossils
Science Saturdays – Meet the Turkey
Environmental Exploration – Conifers
Deck the Halls at Crossroads