Interpretive Program
Let’s Go See: Dwarf Lake Iris
First in a series of summer learning adventures, we’ll explore the dwarf lake iris, a state and federally threatened plant. Learn about its habitat and why it calls Door County […]
Wings of the Night Bat Program
Join the park naturalist for this program about bats, a most unique and misunderstood mammal. Learn about the bats in Wisconsin, their lifecycle, and threats challenging the bat population. Meet […]
Herb Hike
Dave LaLuzerne was born with a green spark in his heart. (Interestingly, his last name is the French word for alfalfa.) Nurtured through pharmacy school and many years as an […]
In Search of Wildflowers Hike
Things can change in the woods so quickly this time of year. Join local Master Naturalists searching for wildflowers on this easy 1-mile hike. Meet at Lot 1. All programs […]
Nature Journaling
Head out with the park naturalist and explore the world of nature journaling. Everyone is welcome, no writing or drawing skills are necessary. This is a great way to connect […]
Stargazing at the Dark Sky Park: Constellations
**IMPORTANT: This event will be held on June 16 OR June 17 OR June 18, depending on weather conditions.** Join us at Wisconsin’s only designated dark sky park for a […]
Monarch Monitoring Project
Spend some time with the park naturalist as she explains all aspects of monitoring a monarch waystation for the Monarch Larva Monitoring Project. This citizen science program can easily be […]
Plantings and Protection for Pollinators
This is the time to celebrate pollinators and spread the word about what we can do to protect them. Learn about the pollinator gardens at Newport, along with ideas for […]
Insects Bug Me: A Presentation by Charlotte Lukes
Join Charlotte Lukes as she guides us through a presentation about many of our pollinator friends. We'll go beyond the obvious pollinators and include the flies, beetles, wasps and other […]
Let’s Go See: Showy Lady Slipper Orchids
As part of a series of summer learning adventures, we will explore the showy lady slipper orchid, a plant of special concern. Learn about its habitat and what makes it […]
Trees and Shrubs of Door County
Join arborist and horticulturist Tom Wolfe as he shares his vast knowledge about trees and shrubs...everything from the anatomy of a tree, invasive species, to trees prevalent in our area. […]
Story in the Rocks: Let’s Talk Fossils
This is a drop-in interpretive program. Take on the role of paleontologist and answer these and other questions: What are fossils and what do they look like at Newport? How […]