Crossroads at Big Creek will offer a full slate of educational and community programs this June, highlighting outdoor exploration, hands-on science, and family events across its 200-acre nature preserve in Sturgeon Bay.
The month begins with continuing seasonal programming, including naturalist-led hikes, environmental education sessions, and family science activities hosted at the Collins Learning Center. Weekly offerings such as “Wandering Wednesdays” and “Environmental Exploration” will continue throughout the month, giving participants of all ages opportunities to engage with local ecosystems, wildlife, and seasonal changes across the preserve’s trails and habitats.
Special programming in June includes expanded summer learning activities and community events tied to Crossroads’ mission of environmental stewardship and outdoor education. The organization’s event calendar also features youth-focused programming and collaborative community experiences designed to encourage hands-on discovery in nature.
Later in the month, Crossroads will also host larger seasonal gatherings that draw families and visitors from across Door County, continuing its tradition of combining recreation with environmental learning on the preserve grounds.
Near the end of June, Crossroads at Big Creek announced the upcoming retirement of longtime naturalist and educator Coggin Heeringa, who has served in leadership and program development roles at the organization for decades. Heeringa, widely recognized for her environmental education work in Door County and beyond, has helped shape many of the preserve’s signature programs and community outreach efforts. Her retirement marks the end of a significant chapter in Crossroads’ history.
Staff and supporters say her legacy will continue through the programs, trails, and educational mission she helped build, even as the organization prepares for a leadership transition in its naturalist programming.
For more information and events calendars, please visit the Crossroads at Big Creek website.
