Newport Wilderness Days
Latest Past Events
Universe in the Park
This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event Join 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. Newport State Park in Ellison Bay is Wisconsin’s only designated International Dark Sky Park. Some seating is available, or bring a lawn chair or […]
From Dark Sky to the Celestial River: Newport’s Unique View of the Night Sky
This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event We all know that Newport State Park is Wisconsin's only designated Dark Sky Park, but do we know what that really means? Join Wisconsin Master Naturalist Ivy Worm-Summers as she takes us through the unique designation, and the incredible opportunities we have at Newport to see parts of the night […]
Do You See What I See?: Binocular and Telescope Use 101
This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event NWS board member and hobby astronomer, Dave Kocken, will discuss binoculars, proper focusing, which size is best for your needs and little tricks you might not be aware of. There will also be a discussion on telescopes (dobsonian reflector). Meet in the Nature Center, Lot 1. All programs […]