Events

Join us throughout the year for special events

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Red-crowned crane (Grus japonensis)



Join us this winter for an evening of owls! Take a walk down Duck Pond Road in search of native owl species, learn about their adaptations and meet our owls here at the Conservancy, Poppy & Camo. Enjoy a campfire and learn all about these amazing nocturnal species!

OWL PROWL SERIES

SELECT FRIDAY’S: DECEMBER-MARCH 6PM-8PM

First Owl Prowl of the Season:
Friday, December 19th

$15/members | $20/non-members | $5 Children (12 & under)

Limited to 30 participants | Dates are subject to change pending weather

DECEMBER REGISTRATION OPEN

Join Ripley in celebrating the second annual World Waterfowl Day! This free event is open to the public, enjoy the Conservancy during the beauty of winter all while learning about our amazing waterfowl and their crucial environments!

WORLD WATERFOWL DAY

JANUARY 17TH 10AM-2PM

Open for self-guided tours: 10:00AM-2:00PM
Enrichment with the Aviculturists
: 11AM & 1PM

Register here

Treat your Valentine to a unique experience! Take a private tour around the Conservancy, learn about the amazing courtship displays and witness our birds in their most extravagant plumage! Enjoy spiced cider by the fire and the most delicious chocolates from Thorncrest Farm.

DUCKS IN LOVE

FEBRUARY 13TH-16TH

Private Tours: Friday, February 13th; Saturday, February 14th; Sunday, February 15th; Monday, February 16th

Learn more & book your tour here

Ripley Signature Events-Save the Date!

  • Duck Day 2026

    Sunday, May 3rd 2026

  • Annual Benefit 2026

    Saturday, June 20th 2026

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