Door County Land Trust Member Events

Attending a Door County Land Trust event is a great way to get to know the special places you've helped protect AND the special people who share your passion for protecting Door County's scenic beauty and natural areas.  There are many events to choose from to suit a wide variety of interests.   We look forward to seeing you at one of our upcoming events!

Door County Land Trust
"Explore the Door " Hikes and Outing Series

Free outings are held each month throughout Door County- See Current Schedule

Come hike, ski, or snowshoe with us to special places in Door County!  The "Explore the Door" outing series offers Land Trust members a variety of outdoor adventures led by staff or trained Door County Land Trust volunteer hike leaders.  We'll visit different locations throughout Door County each month.  Notification is sent via email.  All "Explore the Door" outings are free of charge, but pre-registration is required.

For more information, view the "Explore the Door" Schedule.  To receive notice via email of upcoming dedications of new properties, hikes, and special events, send your name and email address to explore@doorcountylandtrust.org.

2010 Events

Door County Land Trust
Midwinter's Feast by the Fire

February 14, 2010- Baileys Harbor

The Midwinter's Feast by the Fire is an annual event held each February at Bjorklunden Lodge in Baileys Harbor where guests are treated to the culinary talents of the local restaurants who donate their time and talent to benefit the Land Trust.  The sell-out event raises mid-winter spirits and funds for land preservation.  Invitations for the Feast are mailed to members in early January.  Reservations for this event are accepted by mail only.

Door County Festival of Nature

May 27 - 29, 2010 - throughout Door County

The Door County Festival of Nature is an annual event held each Memorial Day Weekend and features a 3-day series of hikes, presentations and workshops.  It is a great way to find out more about the natural wonders of Door County. Sponsors include the Ridges Sanctuary, Door County Land Trust, The Nature Conservancy, Crossroads at Big Creek, The Clearing and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.

For more information, please visit www.ridgesanctuary.org/festival.htm.

Washington Island Birding Festival

Dates to be announced (Spring 2010) - Washington Island

At this annual event, birding enthusiasts gather on Washington Island for a weekend of bird-related excursions and programs.  A portion of the proceeds raised by this event benefit the Door County Land Trust. 

A registration form and full program schedule are available at www.washingtonislandbirdfest.org.

Door County Land Trust
Dining for Open Spaces series

Several events held June through September - throughout Door County

The Dining for Open Spaces is an annual series of events hosted by Land Trust members to benefit the Door County Land Trust.  They welcome other fellow land preservation enthusiasts into their homes for brunches, lunches, cocktail parties and dinners.  Each Dining event includes a visit to one of Door County’s beautiful open spaces. Our Dining series brochure are mailed to members in the spring.

If you are interested in volunteering to host or co-host a Dining for Open Spaces event, please fill complete our Volunteer Information Form or send us an e-mail at info@doorcountylandtrust.org.

Door County Sea Kayak Symposium

July 9 - 11, 2010 - Rowleys Bay and throughout Door County

Rutabaga Paddlesports of Madison sponsors this annual event held each July and donates part of its proceeds to the Door County Land Trust. It’s a great weekend for novices and seasoned kayakers alike!

For more information, please visit the Rutabaga Door County Sea Kayak Symposium website at www.everyonepaddles.com.

Washington Island Folk Festival

July 17, 2010 - Washington Island

A favorite Washington Island event! Talented local musicians and storytellers offer crowd-pleasing folk music.  Proceeds from the Folk Fest benefit the Door County Land Trust.

For more information, please contact the Land Trust at info@doorcountylandtrust.org.

Door County Land Trust
Annual Membership Gathering

August 22, 2010 - Location to be announced in July

Conversation, camaraderie, hikes, dinner and other activities make this a popular event.  The location of this year's event will be announced in the July invitation mailed to all members.

For more information, please contact the Land Trust at info@doorcountylandtrust.org.