Interpretive Program
Monarchs and Other Pollinators
Check out the pollinator gardens at Newport and see how volunteers are helping to collect data about monarch butterflies. Life cycles can be observed, and how you can help our Wisconsin pollinators will be discussed. Meet at the Nature Center, Lot 1. All programs are free, but a state park admission sticker is required on […]
Wings of the Night – Bat Presentation
Learn all about bats, a most unique and misunderstood mammal. Bat ambassadors will talk about the bats we can expect to find in Wisconsin, their lifecycle, and threats challenging the bat population. Meet in the Nature Center. Lot 1. All programs are free, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some […]
Nature Apps 101
Confused by all the nature apps out there? Whether it be about birds, trees, plants or insects, come learn about some of our tried and tested favorites. Join WI Master Naturalists in the Nature Center (Lot 1) then we will spend some time in the field trying our new skills. All programs are free, but […]
Universe in the Park
Join guest astronomers from UW-Madison for a presentation on astronomy. We start with a PowerPoint presentation at the shelter building then we look to the heavens through a high powered telescope to experience stars, planets and galaxies. You won’t want to miss this chance to enjoy the night skies at Wisconsin’s first International Dark Sky […]
Nature Hike on Sugarbush Trail
Head out with the Park Naturalist to explore the Sugarbush Trail. We will check out the old shorelines and a massive stone fence along the way. Meet at Parking Lot 4. All programs are free, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related, so check with the […]