Interpretive Program

In celebration of Moth Week, get your hands dirty gardening for our mysterious nocturnal pollinators. Learn about creating and protecting moth habitats and why nocturnal pollinators require dark skies while […]

Discover what moths are fluttering under Newport’s night skies! Aided by a black light and a white sheet, we will get an up-close look of the exquisite beauty and diversity […]

Head out with the park naturalists and try your hand at Nature journaling. This is an activity designed for everyone, no matter your skill level. What nature journaling is: What […]

Join Brian Forest for an engaging exploration of the rocks beneath our feet and the forces that shaped the landscape of Door County. We’ll discuss the three basic rock types, […]

Insects are an underappreciated, yet a very important part of our ecosystem.  Retired arborist and educator Donna Danielson will help you learn more about the importance of insects, their life […]

Combine Newport’s beauty with the joy of painting to create a plein air masterpiece! Join the naturalists and talented volunteers to explore outdoor painting techniques using watercolors. Artists of all […]