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SUMMARY:Tree ID at Newport
DESCRIPTION:Arborist Donna Danielson will be leading a hike on the Sugarbush Trail\, discussing tree identification\, life cycles and shared history with humans. Learn as you hike on this easy 1-1/4 mile loop.  \n\n\n\nMeet at Lot 4. \n\n\n\nDonna Danielson\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-07-20-tree-id-at-newport/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230722T084500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230722T143000
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SUMMARY:Fern Trail Work Day
DESCRIPTION:June 2023: Delivery of Phase 2 materials\n\n\n\n\n\nWinter 2022: Phase 1 construction\n\n\n\n\n\nMaterials have been delivered for construction of the remaining 1\,200′ of elevated boardwalk along the Fern Trail. (We completed the first 600′ between September and early December of 2022.) \n\n\n\nWe expect the typical work day to be: gather in Lot 3 at 8:45am to be on the trail by about 9:00am; lunch at 1:00pm; a short work period after lunch to wrap up the day by 2:30 to 3:00pm. We work rain or shine. \n\n\n\nThe best way to receive complete details about this and future Fern Trail work days is to join our volunteer email group. You can do that here: https://groups.io/g/NewportFriendsAndVolunteers.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-07-22-fern-trail-work-day/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230722T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230722T113000
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SUMMARY:Summer Fields Guided Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join local naturalists as they get out and enjoy a hike in the park’s meadow. Learn about how it has evolved and how it is changing.  \n\n\n\nMeet at Lot 1. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-07-22-summer-fields-guided-hike/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230725T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230725T113000
DTSTAMP:20230618T231620Z
CREATED:20230618T231618Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Journaling
DESCRIPTION:Head out with the park naturalist and explore the world of nature journaling. Everyone is welcome\, no writing or drawing skills are necessary.  \n\n\n\nThis is a great way to connect with nature; to slow down and observe what is going on around you. Some materials provided or you can bring your own journal. Bring an open mind and adventurous heart.  \n\n\n\nMeet at the Nature Center\, Lot 1. \n\n\n\nSample nature journal entry; courtesy Alison Kent\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-07-25-nature-journaling/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230726T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230726T113000
DTSTAMP:20230629T221256Z
CREATED:20230618T232451Z
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UID:5370-1690365600-1690371000@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Wonderful Forests of Newport
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Bill Scheckler\n\n\n\nHike along Europe Bay Trail and learn about the trees that make Newport State Park what it is. Join Dr. Bill Scheckler\, past president of Newport Wilderness Society\, as he shares his knowledge of 30 plus years hiking Newport’s 26 miles of trails.  \n\n\n\nMeet at Lot 3. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-07-26-trees-of-newport-guided-hike/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230728T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230728T113000
DTSTAMP:20230618T234852Z
CREATED:20230618T234850Z
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SUMMARY:Let's Go See: Poison Ivy Exposed!
DESCRIPTION:Newport Beach: gear left perilously close to a patch of poison ivy\n\n\n\nMeet with park naturalist Beth Bartoli to learn to identify and avoid poison ivy. \n\n\n\nMeet by the gate at Lot 3. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-07-28-lets-go-see-poison-ivy/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230729T203000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230729T220000
DTSTAMP:20230619T000306Z
CREATED:20230619T000302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230619T000306Z
UID:5375-1690662600-1690668000@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Full Moon Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join the Park Manager on this night hike. We’ll let our eyes adjust to the moonlight and hike the 1.75-mile Monarch Trail\, watching and listening for the sights and sounds of the night.  \n\n\n\nIf needed\, bring a flashlight or head lamp with a red lens.  \n\n\n\nMeet at Lot 1. In case of rain\, program will be cancelled. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-07-29-full-moon-hike/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230803T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230803T140000
DTSTAMP:20230726T193340Z
CREATED:20230726T193227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T193340Z
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SUMMARY:Monarch Madness
DESCRIPTION:Join Beth Bartoli\, Newport’s park naturalist\, on a visit to the monarch nursery\, seeing them at their various stages of growth. You will learn about their amazing life cycle and help release any monarchs that may be ready to go.  \n\n\n\nMeet in the Nature Center (Lot 1). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFinding Monarch eggs on milkweed\n\n\n\n\n\nMonarch eggs on milkweed\n\n\n\n\n\nReleasing a Monarch\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPartial funding for the Naturalist position at Newport State Park is provided by a grant from the Friends of Wisconsin State Parks.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-08-03-monarch-madness/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230810T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230810T113000
DTSTAMP:20230726T194139Z
CREATED:20230726T194137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T194139Z
UID:5577-1691661600-1691667000@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Herb Hike
DESCRIPTION: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 herbal pharmacist in his own herb shop\, he now finds his passion is educating people about the numerous and wondrous ways to use herbs for our health and well-being.  \n\n\n\nDoor County has a wealth of herbs that can be beneficial to your health and well-being. This walk will explore the herbs in our local environment. Learn how the plants that flourish in this climate can help you flourish as well.  \n\n\n\nMeet at the Nature Center\, Lot 1. \n\n\n\nJuniper Field\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-08-10-herb-hike/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230811T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230811T160000
DTSTAMP:20230801T160857Z
CREATED:20230726T200555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T160857Z
UID:5579-1691755200-1691769600@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Smokey Bear's Birthday Bash
DESCRIPTION:Smokey Bear\n\n\n\nCome and meet Smokey Bear and help park staff celebrate his 79th birthday! \n\n\n\nWe will read the real story of Smokey Bear and how he became the ambassador of wildfire prevention. There will be games\, prizes and cupcakes.  \n\n\n\nRetired fire fighter/Fire Inspector Ken Foszcz will be on hand for the following family-friendly programs: \n\n\n\n\n1 pm – Trail First Aid \n\n\n\n3 pm – Campfire Safety\n\n\n\n\nHe brings years of experience being a paramedic\, member of the National Ski Patrol\, mountain travel and rescue and is an all-around Smokey Bear fan.  \n\n\n\nHeld in the Nature Center\, Lot 1. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPartial funding for the Naturalist position at Newport State Park is provided by a grant from the Friends of Wisconsin State Parks.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-smokey-bears-birthday-bash/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230812T203000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230812T230000
DTSTAMP:20230726T202245Z
CREATED:20230726T202243Z
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UID:5584-1691872200-1691881200@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Universe in the Park & Perseid Meteor Shower
DESCRIPTION:‘Three Meteors’; © 2015 Denny Moutray\n\n\n\nJoin guest astronomers from UW-Madison as they present Badger Talks\, a PowerPoint presentation about astronomy\, and a chance to view the night skies through a high-powered telescope. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park in Ellison Bay is the best place to view the spectacular Perseid meteor shower as it is Wisconsin’s only designated International Dark Sky Park.  \n\n\n\nNo seating is available\, so bring a lawn chair or blanket. Red lens flash lights or headlamps with red lamp capability are recommended; they protect night vision for you and for others who are attending.  \n\n\n\nMeet at the shelter building. (Follow paved path from Lot 3.) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-universe-in-the-park-perseid-meteor-shower/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230815T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230815T113000
DTSTAMP:20230726T203448Z
CREATED:20230726T203446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T203448Z
UID:5586-1692093600-1692099000@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Nature Journaling
DESCRIPTION:Join Park staff and try your hand at Nature journaling. This is an activity designed for everyone\, no matter your skill level. Materials provided\, or bring your own.  \n\n\n\nWhat nature journaling is: \n\n\n\n\n A way to connect (or reconnect) with nature\n\n\n\nA reason to slow down\, observe and reflect\n\n\n\nA creative outlet with a focus\n\n\n\nAn excuse to be outdoors\n\n\n\nHelps rediscover your sense of wonder\n\n\n\n\nWhat nature journaling is not: \n\n\n\n\nOnly for artists and writers\n\n\n\nA competition with others\n\n\n\nA huge time commitment; can be done anytime with minimal supplies\n\n\n\n\nCome with an open mind\, an adventurous heart and a willingness to connect with nature! \n\n\n\nMeets at the picnic area\, Lot 3. \n\n\n\nSample nature journal entry; courtesy Alison Kent\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPartial funding for the Naturalist position at Newport State Park is provided by a grant from the Friends of Wisconsin State Parks.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-08-15-nature-journaling/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230816T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230816T113000
DTSTAMP:20230726T205103Z
CREATED:20230726T205101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T205103Z
UID:5591-1692180000-1692185400@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Wonderful Forests of Newport
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Bill Scheckler\n\n\n\nHike along Europe Bay Trail and learn about what makes Newport State Park special. Join Dr. Bill Scheckler\, past president of Newport Wilderness Society\, as he shares his knowledge of 30 plus years hiking Newport’s 26 miles of trails.  \n\n\n\nMeet at Lot 3. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPartial funding for the Naturalist position at Newport State Park is provided by a grant from the Friends of Wisconsin State Parks.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-08-16-wonderful-forests-of-newport/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230817T210000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230817T230000
DTSTAMP:20230726T211545Z
CREATED:20230726T211544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T211545Z
UID:5595-1692306000-1692313200@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing at the Dark Sky Park
DESCRIPTION:**IMPORTANT: This event will be held on August 17 OR August 18 OR August 19\, depending on weather/viewing conditions.** \n\n\n\nJoin us at Wisconsin’s only designated dark sky park for a night of star gazing. There will be a telescope and other equipment set up with some of Door County’s best amateur astronomers on hand to point out some highlights of the night sky.  \n\n\n\nYou are welcome to bring your own telescope and/or binoculars. Flashlights/headlamps with red lens covers are recommended. Although volunteers will be on hand to assist you\, it is always a good idea to come during day time hours to familiarize yourself with the area first. There is no seating available\, so bring your own chairs and/or blankets. \n\n\n\nPark at Lot 3 and follow the marked path. \n\n\n\nAs conditions are unpredictable\, the date for this program will be decided as weather conditions are assessed. Check with the park office or the NWS Facebook page for updates. This program will be cancelled if viewing conditions are poor. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPartial funding for the Naturalist position at Newport State Park is provided by a grant from the Friends of Wisconsin State Parks.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-08-17-stargazing-dark-sky-park/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230818T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230818T140000
DTSTAMP:20230726T210601Z
CREATED:20230726T210558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T210601Z
UID:5593-1692363600-1692367200@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Open Door Bird Sanctuary Meet & Greet
DESCRIPTION:Barred Owl; © Len Villano\n\n\n\nYou won’t want to miss this opportunity to learn about Door County’s only bird sanctuary.  \n\n\n\nODBS staff will be on hand with some of their resident birds for you to see up close and personal. Find out about the important work they are doing at the sanctuary.  \n\n\n\nMeets in the Nature Center. Park in Lot 1. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPartial funding for the Naturalist position at Newport State Park is provided by a grant from the Friends of Wisconsin State Parks.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-08-18-open-door-bird-sanctuary/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230823T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230823T110000
DTSTAMP:20230727T184002Z
CREATED:20230727T184001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T184002Z
UID:5597-1692784800-1692788400@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Let's Go See: Plants on the Edge
DESCRIPTION:Cedars\, moss\, and lichens along the ancient shoreline\n\n\n\nJoin the park naturalist and explore the old shorelines in Newport. We’ll be on the lookout for ferns\, moss\, lichens and trees that call the rock formations home.  \n\n\n\nMeet at Lot 2. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPartial funding for the Naturalist position at Newport State Park is provided by a grant from the Friends of Wisconsin State Parks.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-08-23-lets-go-see-plants-on-the-edge/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230825T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230825T113000
DTSTAMP:20230727T184419Z
CREATED:20230727T184417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T184419Z
UID:5607-1692957600-1692963000@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Mushroom Hike with Charlotte Lukes
DESCRIPTION:Shaggy Manes; © Roy Lukes\n\n\n\nDoor County’s mushroom expert will lead us through the fascinating world of fungi. Charlotte has been studying wild mushrooms for over 40 years and she loves to share her knowledge through classes and programs throughout Door County.  \n\n\n\nMeet at Lot 1. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPartial funding for the Naturalist position at Newport State Park is provided by a grant from the Friends of Wisconsin State Parks.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-08-25-mushroom-hike-charlotte-lukes/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230830T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230830T213000
DTSTAMP:20230727T185351Z
CREATED:20230727T185220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T185351Z
UID:5609-1693425600-1693431000@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Stories of the Full Moon around the Campfire
DESCRIPTION:Join park staff around the campfire on this night of the Full Sturgeon Moon. Listen to stories and tales\, or share your own. Bring your own chair.  \n\n\n\nPark in Lot 3; follow blacktop path to the fire ring adjacent to the shelter building. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPartial funding for the Naturalist position at Newport State Park is provided by a grant from the Friends of Wisconsin State Parks.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-08-30-full-moon-around-the-campfire/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230906T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230906T113000
DTSTAMP:20230816T224857Z
CREATED:20230816T224852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T224857Z
UID:5709-1693994400-1693999800@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Wonderful Forests of Newport
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Bill Scheckler\n\n\n\nHike along Europe Bay Trail and learn about what makes Newport State Park special. Join Dr. Bill Scheckler\, past president of Newport Wilderness Society\, as he shares his knowledge of 30 plus years hiking Newport’s 26 miles of trails.  \n\n\n\nMeet at Lot 3. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPartial funding for the Naturalist position at Newport State Park is provided by a grant from the Friends of Wisconsin State Parks.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-09-06-wonderful-forests-of-newport/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230914T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230914T113000
DTSTAMP:20230816T225456Z
CREATED:20230816T225455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T225456Z
UID:5712-1694685600-1694691000@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Herb Hike
DESCRIPTION: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 herbal pharmacist in his own herb shop\, he now finds his passion is educating people about the numerous and wondrous ways to use herbs for our health and well-being.  \n\n\n\nDoor County has a wealth of herbs that can be beneficial to your health and well-being. This walk will explore the herbs in our local environment. Learn how the plants that flourish in this climate can help you flourish as well.  \n\n\n\nMeet at the Nature Center\, Lot 1. \n\n\n\nJuniper Field\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPartial funding for the Naturalist position at Newport State Park is provided by a grant from the Friends of Wisconsin State Parks.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-09-14-herb-hike/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230923T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230923T113000
DTSTAMP:20230816T232627Z
CREATED:20230816T232625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T232627Z
UID:5714-1695463200-1695468600@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Mushroom Foray with Charlotte Lukes
DESCRIPTION:Shaggy Manes; © Roy Lukes\n\n\n\nDoor County’s mushroom expert will lead us through the fascinating world of fungi. Charlotte has been studying wild mushrooms for over 40 years.  \n\n\n\nThis hike is for those who want to learn about all aspects of fungi. It is not intended to be an edible foraging hike. No pets please. \n\n\n\nMeet at Lot 3. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPartial funding for the Naturalist position at Newport State Park is provided by a grant from the Friends of Wisconsin State Parks.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-09-23-mushroom-foray-charlotte-lukes/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230929T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230929T220000
DTSTAMP:20230816T233553Z
CREATED:20230816T233551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T233553Z
UID:5718-1696017600-1696024800@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Full Moon Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join park staff on this night hike. We’ll let our eyes adjust to the moonlight and hike the 1.75-mile Monarch Trail\, watching and listening for the sights and sounds of the night.  \n\n\n\nIf needed\, bring a flashlight or head lamp with a red lens.  \n\n\n\nMeet at Lot 1. In case of rain\, program will be cancelled. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-09-29-full-moon-hike/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231005T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231005T140000
DTSTAMP:20230924T182036Z
CREATED:20230924T182033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230924T182036Z
UID:5826-1696510800-1696514400@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:The Story of the Trees in Autumn
DESCRIPTION:Join arborist Donna Danielson and learn how to identify several common trees of the park as well as learn their life cycles and shared history with humans. This will be about a ½-mile walk.  \n\n\n\nDonna is retired from The Morton Arboretum where she did insect and disease research\, worked in the Plant Clinic\, and taught Botany for 16 years.  She also teaches entomology at the College of DuPage.  \n\n\n\nMeet at the Sugarbush Trail\, Lot 4. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPartial funding for the Naturalist position at Newport State Park is provided by a grant from the Friends of Wisconsin State Parks.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-10-05-story-of-the-trees-autumn/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231013T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231013T113000
DTSTAMP:20231012T210238Z
CREATED:20230924T182657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T210238Z
UID:5828-1697191200-1697196600@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Mushroom Hike with Charlotte Lukes
DESCRIPTION:Program cancelled due to inclement weather forecast. \n\n\n\nShaggy Manes; © Roy Lukes\n\n\n\nDoor County’s mushroom expert will lead us through the fascinating world of fungi. Charlotte has been studying wild mushrooms for over 40 years and she loves to share her knowledge through classes and programs throughout Door County.  \n\n\n\nMeet at Lot 1. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPartial funding for the Naturalist position at Newport State Park is provided by a grant from the Friends of Wisconsin State Parks.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-10-13-mushroom-hike-charlotte-lukes/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231013T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231013T143000
DTSTAMP:20230924T185426Z
CREATED:20230924T185424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230924T185426Z
UID:5830-1697202000-1697207400@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Trees of Door County
DESCRIPTION: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. There will be plenty of time for questions. Weather permitting\, we will spend some time in the woods. \n\n\n\nMeet in the Nature Center\, Lot 1. \n\n\n\nTom Wolfe\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-10-13-trees-of-door-county/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231020T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231020T110000
DTSTAMP:20230924T185842Z
CREATED:20230924T185840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230924T185842Z
UID:5832-1697796000-1697799600@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Walk on the Wild Side
DESCRIPTION:New England Aster; © Deb Ford\n\n\n\nJoin Park Naturalist Beth Bartoli and take to the woods in search of fall wildflowers\, mushrooms\, wild edibles\, or anything else we might find. We’ll hike the 1.25-mile Sugarbush Trail. \n\n\n\nMeet at Lot 4. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-10-20-walk-on-the-wild-side/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231027T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231027T210000
DTSTAMP:20231012T211113Z
CREATED:20231012T211108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T211113Z
UID:5889-1698433200-1698440400@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Full Moon Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join park staff on this night hike. We’ll let our eyes adjust to the moonlight and hike the 1.75-mile Monarch Trail\, watching and listening for the sights and sounds of the night.  \n\n\n\nIf needed\, bring a flashlight or head lamp with a red lens.  \n\n\n\nMeet at Lot 1. In case of rain\, program will be cancelled. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-10-27-full-moon-hike/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240408T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240408T153000
DTSTAMP:20240406T171234Z
CREATED:20240316T143344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240406T171234Z
UID:6604-1712579400-1712590200@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Solar Eclipse Viewing
DESCRIPTION:Join our park staff naturalists Beth Bartoli and Lynn Reuter for this daytime celestial event as we enjoy a partial view of the solar eclipse. There will be some special viewing glasses available to safely view the eclipse. \n\n\n\nSee printable schedule of events below. \n\n\n\nMeet at Lot 3. Please bring your own chairs.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNote: Program may be canceled due to inclement weather. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2024-solar-eclipse-viewing/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240421T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240421T113000
DTSTAMP:20240325T135713Z
CREATED:20240325T135712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T135713Z
UID:6616-1713695400-1713699000@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Arbor Day Tree Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join arborist and horticulturist Tom Wolfe as he shares his vast knowledge about trees and shrubs. There will be plenty of time for questions.  \n\n\n\nMeet at the Nature Center (inside the Visitors Center) at Lot 1. \n\n\n\nTom Wolfe\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2024-arbor-day-tree-talk/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240504T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240504T140000
DTSTAMP:20240411T133907Z
CREATED:20240411T133112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T133907Z
UID:6703-1714827600-1714831200@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Folklore Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join the park naturalist on this 1-mile hike to look for signs of spring. Hear about wildflower names\, stories and folklore.  \n\n\n\nMeet at Lot 1. \n\n\n\nRamps: a delicious harbinger of Spring\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related\, so check with the park if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nNewport State Park\, 475 County Road NP\, Ellison Bay\, WI 54210 Ph. 920-854-2500
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2024-05-04-wildflower-folklore-hike/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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