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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250831T153000
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SUMMARY:Flora and Fauna of the Fern Trail
DESCRIPTION:This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event \n\n\n\nPark naturalist Beth Bartoli along with Master Naturalist and horticulturist Holly Smith will be leading this easy 1.2-mile hike. We will be focusing on the end-of-August seasonal highlights along the Fern Trail. \n\n\n\nMeet at Lot 3. \n\n\n\nHints of Autumn along the Fern Trail\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/2025-08-31-flora-and-fauna-of-the-fern-trail/
CATEGORIES:Newport Wilderness Days
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250831T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250831T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20250728T120238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T120240Z
UID:7455-1756645200-1756648800@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:The 'Tick Talk' Doctor: Best Practices for Enjoying the WI Outdoors
DESCRIPTION:This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event \n\n\n\nLearn about those pesky arachnids\, ticks\, and how to avoid their bites and the illnesses they may carry.  \n\n\n\nAn informative and fun presentation on the much-maligned tick from a physician who has diagnosed and treated patients who have had many of the infections ticks can carry. Find out what you can do to prevent a tick bite and limit your exposure to Lyme disease\, yet still enjoy the outdoors. \n\n\n\nPresented by WI Master Naturalist Paula Kocken\, MD (Pediatric Emergency Medicine). \n\n\n\nMeet in the Nature Center\, Lot 1. \n\n\n\nDeer Tick\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/2025-08-31-the-tick-talk-doctor/
CATEGORIES:Newport Wilderness Days
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250831T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250831T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20250728T114820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T114821Z
UID:7453-1756634400-1756638000@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Trees and Shrubs of Door County
DESCRIPTION:This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event \n\n\n\nJoin arborist and horticulturist Tom Wolfe as he shares his vast knowledge about trees and shrubs…everything from the anatomy of a tree\, to trees prevalent in our area\, to invasive species \n\n\n\nThere 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/2025-08-31-trees-and-shrubs-of-door-county/
CATEGORIES:Newport Wilderness Days
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250831T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250831T093000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20250728T112636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T112637Z
UID:7451-1756629000-1756632600@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Yoga by the Beach
DESCRIPTION:This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event \n\n\n\nJoin instructor Sherry Seubert of Embraced by Nature for a slow hatha morning flow yoga mat class with guided meditation. We will ground to earth and reach for the sky.  \n\n\n\nBring a yoga mat\, blanket\, or beach towel.  \n\n\n\nWe will gather in the grassy area at Parking Lot 3 near the shelter. \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/2025-08-31-yoga-by-the-beach/
CATEGORIES:Newport Wilderness Days
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250830T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250830T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20250727T194558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T194600Z
UID:7449-1756558800-1756562400@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Fungi Foray with Charlotte Lukes
DESCRIPTION:This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event \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\nThis hike is for those who want to learn about all aspects of fungi and 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
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2025-08-30-fungi-foray-with-charlotte-lukes/
CATEGORIES:Newport Wilderness Days
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250830T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250830T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20250727T194015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T194506Z
UID:7447-1756551600-1756555200@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Herb Hike
DESCRIPTION:This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event \n\n\n\nDave 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/2025-08-30-herb-hike/
CATEGORIES:Newport Wilderness Days
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250830T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250830T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20250727T192232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T193931Z
UID:7442-1756548000-1756553400@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Newport Past and Present: Hotz Trail Tour
DESCRIPTION:This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event \n\n\n\nWI Master Naturalist volunteers Mary O’Grady and Lynn Reuter will lead you along the Hotz Trail.  \n\n\n\nAs early as the 1920’s\, the trail was the original driveway going to the cabin of Ferdinand Hotz. Learn about the amazing family history and how the land he preserved became part of Newport State Park. \n\n\n\nMeet at the parking area at the end of Europe Bay Road. \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/2025-08-30-newport-past-and-present-hotz-trail-tour/
CATEGORIES:Newport Wilderness Days
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250830T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250830T093000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20250727T190224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T193406Z
UID:7440-1756542600-1756546200@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Coffee on the Beach
DESCRIPTION:This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event \n\n\n\nWhat a great way to start your day with a hot cup of locally roasted\, thoughtfully-sourced coffee on the beach area at beautiful Newport State Park.  Coffee and baked treats donated by Carol Ash\, NWS board member and owner of Kick Ash Coffee\, Ellison Bay. \n\n\n\nMeet at the picnic area\, Lot 3. \n\n\n\nIn case of rain\, this will be held at the shelter building\, 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/2025-08-30-coffee-on-the-beach/
CATEGORIES:Newport Wilderness Days
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240901T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240901T183000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20240812T160926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T160927Z
UID:6985-1725206400-1725215400@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Newport 60th Anniversary Potluck and Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Did you work at Newport? Serve on the board? Volunteer? Are you a past or present member of the Newport Wilderness Society\, the park’s official friends group? Do you love this park?  \n\n\n\nAll are welcome to join the festivities.  \n\n\n\nBring a dish to share and join old and new friends as we celebrate our beautiful park. There will be a trivia contest at 6:00 with park swag\, good food and great friends.  \n\n\n\nMeet at the shelter building\, a short walk from Lot 3. \n\n\n\nHarvey Stahl\, Park Manager\, at the Newport contact station; circa 1975\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/newport-60th-anniversary-potluck-and-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Newport Wilderness Days,Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240901T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240901T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20240811T163708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240818T214318Z
UID:6976-1725202800-1725206400@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:History of Days Gone By: Newport's Founder Peter Knudsen
DESCRIPTION:This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event \n\n\n\nPicture Newport State Park as it was in the past\, a small farming and timber community\, founded in the 1880’s. Hear of the Knudsen family history from Peter Oleson\, great-grandson of Peter Knudsen\, original founder of Newport.  \n\n\n\nMeets in the Nature Center\, Lot 1. \n\n\n\nHistoric Newport Town\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/2024-09-01-history-newport-founder-peter-knudsen/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program,Newport Wilderness Days
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240901T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240901T143000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20240811T162530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240811T163011Z
UID:6970-1725195600-1725201000@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Forest Forensics
DESCRIPTION:This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event \n\n\n\nJoin WI Master Naturalists Maureen and Tom Flatley as they look for clues to unravel the rich history of the forest. The story of a forest reveals itself if you just know where to look and how to decipher the clues. \n\n\n\nMeets in the Nature Center\, Lot 1. \n\n\n\nForest forensics\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/2024-09-01-forest-forensics/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program,Newport Wilderness Days
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240901T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240901T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20240811T160828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240811T161122Z
UID:6966-1725184800-1725190200@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Herb Hike
DESCRIPTION:This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event \n\n\n\nJoin Dave LaLuzerne on this walk and discover the many herbs in our local environment. 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. 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/2024-09-01-herb-hike/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program,Newport Wilderness Days
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240831T143000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240831T153000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20240810T164349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240810T164351Z
UID:6962-1725114600-1725118200@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:The 'Tick Talk' Doctors: Best Practices for Enjoying the WI Outdoors
DESCRIPTION:This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event \n\n\n\nLearn about those pesky arachnids\, ticks\, and how to avoid their bites and the illnesses they may carry.  \n\n\n\nAn informative and fun presentation on the much-maligned tick from two physicians who have diagnosed and treated patients who have had many of the infections ticks can carry. Find out what you can do to prevent a tick bite and limit your exposure to Lyme disease yet still enjoy the outdoors.  \n\n\n\nPresented by WI Master Naturalists Paula Kocken\, MD (Pediatric Emergency Medicine) and Janine Buffo\, MD (Family Practice Medicine). \n\n\n\nMeet in the Nature Center\, Lot 1. \n\n\n\nDeer Tick\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/2024-08-31-the-tick-talk-doctors/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program,Newport Wilderness Days
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240831T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240831T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20240810T155435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240810T155650Z
UID:6957-1725109200-1725112800@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Our Pollinators: How to Protect and Plant for Them
DESCRIPTION:This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event \n\n\n\nLearn some facts about the amazing bee\, make an insect house and learn about plants that attract pollinators to your garden. Helen Berch-Kenny\, WI Master Naturalist and Master Gardener will lead this hands-on discussion.  \n\n\n\nMeet in the Nature Center\, Lot 1. \n\n\n\nBee on Yellow Coneflower; © Derek Ramsey\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/2024-08-31-pollinators-protect-plant/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program,Newport Wilderness Days
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240831T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240831T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20240810T120656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240810T120658Z
UID:6955-1725098400-1725103800@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Newport Past and Present Tour: Hotz Trail
DESCRIPTION:This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event \n\n\n\nHotz Gate and caretaker cottage\n\n\n\nWI Master Naturalist volunteers Mary O’Grady and Lynn Reuter will lead us along the Hotz Trail.  \n\n\n\nAs early as the 1920’s\, the trail was the original driveway going to the cabin of Ferdinand Hotz. Learn about the amazing family history and how the land he preserved became part of Newport State Park.  \n\n\n\nMeet at the parking area at the end of Europe Bay Road.  \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/2024-08-31-newport-past-and-present-tour/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program,Newport Wilderness Days
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240831T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240831T093000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20240810T115543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T202703Z
UID:6953-1725093000-1725096600@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Coffee on the Beach
DESCRIPTION:This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event \n\n\n\nWhat a great way to start your day with a hot cup of locally roasted\, thoughtfully-sourced coffee on the beach area at beautiful Newport State Park.  Coffee and baked treats donated by Carol Ash\, NWS board member and owner of Kick Ash Coffee\, Ellison Bay. \n\n\n\nMeet at the picnic area\, Lot 3. \n\n\n\nIn case of rain\, this will be held at the shelter building\, 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/2024-08-31-coffee-on-the-beach/
CATEGORIES:Newport Wilderness Days
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230903T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230903T153000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20230817T141058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T142909Z
UID:5741-1693749600-1693755000@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Campfire Building; Dutch Oven Cooking
DESCRIPTION:This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event \n\n\n\nBuild your own fire starters! Tom and Maureen Flatley (NWS board member) have been Boundary Waters Wilderness camping for decades.  Come learn their tested techniques to make your own fool-proof fire starters\, easily getting a campfire started\, even in the rain!  We will have supplies to share for making your own to use next time you travel into the wilderness.  Kid friendly activity! \n\n\n\nStick around and gather around the firepit to learn from Chris and Cindy Treml and their Master Dutch Oven Cooking Demo. The Tremls’ have done Boy Scout demonstrations at EAA for years\, baking breads\, biscuits\, jambalaya; you name it. This is their first time traveling to Newport State Park to share their expertise. Expect tasty samples at the end of this demo! \n\n\n\nPark in Lot 3 and walk down to the picnic 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/2023-09-03-campfire-building-dutch-oven-cooking/
CATEGORIES:Newport Wilderness Days,Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230903T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230903T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20230817T140053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T140057Z
UID:5739-1693746000-1693749600@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:History of Newport: Out of Wilderness Into Wilderness
DESCRIPTION:This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event \n\n\n\nIt is difficult to picture quiet Newport State Park as a small bustling town\, but that’s exactly what it used to be. Founded in the 1880’s\, the town of Newport had farms\, a post office and general store\, a saw mill and housed the lighthouse keeper.  \n\n\n\nBill Scheckler\, past president of the Newport Wilderness Society\, will be on hand to talk about the history of the area\, up to our present day dark sky park.  \n\n\n\nMeets 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/2023-09-03-history-of-newport/
CATEGORIES:Newport Wilderness Days,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230903T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230903T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20230817T135444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T135446Z
UID:5736-1693735200-1693738800@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Fern Trail Sneak Peek
DESCRIPTION:This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event \n\n\n\nJoin Gene Kenny\, NWS Board member and the driving force behind the Fern Trail boardwalk renovation\, as he takes you behind the scenes of the project. He will be joined by Helen Berch-Kenny\, Master Naturalist\, who will share information about the trail as well.  \n\n\n\nThis guided tour will take you to the construction site that is underway\, so you can see firsthand how the boardwalk is shaping up. If you have questions\, they’ll have the answers!  \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/2023-09-03-fern-trail-sneak-peek/
CATEGORIES:Newport Wilderness Days,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230903T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230903T093000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20230817T134625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T134639Z
UID:5733-1693729800-1693733400@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Yoga by the Beach
DESCRIPTION:This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event \n\n\n\nJoin instructor Sherry Seubert of Embraced by Nature for a slow hatha morning flow yoga mat class with guided meditation. We will ground to earth and reach for the sky.  \n\n\n\nBring a yoga mat\, blanket\, or beach towel.  \n\n\n\nWe will gather in the grassy area at Parking Lot 3 near the shelter. \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/2023-09-03-yoga-by-the-beach/
CATEGORIES:Newport Wilderness Days,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230902T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230902T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20230817T131046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T131048Z
UID:5731-1693663200-1693666800@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:The Story of the Trees
DESCRIPTION:This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event \n\n\n\nJoin 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/2023-09-02-story-of-the-trees/
CATEGORIES:Newport Wilderness Days,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230902T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230902T123000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20230817T130601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T130603Z
UID:5729-1693652400-1693657800@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Forest Past and Present: Upland Trail Tour
DESCRIPTION:This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event \n\n\n\nMaster Naturalist volunteers Mary O’Grady and Lynn Reuter will lead you along the Upland loop. You’ll hike through an open meadow\, beech/maple hardwood forest\, and areas of thick cedar. The stations along the trail will help with identification.  \n\n\n\nThis moderate\, two-mile hike has varied terrain.  \n\n\n\nMeet at the office building\, 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/2023-09-02-upland-trail-tour/
CATEGORIES:Newport Wilderness Days,Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230902T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230902T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20230817T125149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T160238Z
UID:5724-1693648800-1693654200@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Mushroom Foray with Charlotte Lukes
DESCRIPTION:This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event \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.  \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/2023-09-02-mushroom-foray-charlotte-lukes/
CATEGORIES:Newport Wilderness Days,Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230902T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230902T093000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20230817T122931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T125413Z
UID:5720-1693643400-1693647000@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Coffee on the Beach
DESCRIPTION:This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event \n\n\n\nWhat a great way to start your day with a hot cup of locally roasted\, thoughtfully-sourced coffee on the beach at beautiful Newport State Park. Meet at the picnic area\, Lot 3. Coffee and baked treats donated by Carol Ash\, NWS board member and owner of Kick Ash Coffee\, Ellison Bay. \n\n\n\nIn case of rain\, this will be held at the shelter building\, 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/2023-09-02-coffee-on-the-beach/
CATEGORIES:Newport Wilderness Days,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220904T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220904T163000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20220823T202300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220829T125701Z
UID:3852-1662305400-1662309000@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:History of Newport: Out of Wilderness-Into Wilderness
DESCRIPTION:A Newport Wilderness Days Event \n\n\n\nIt’s hard to picture quiet Newport State Park as a small bustling town\, but that’s exactly what it was. Founded in the 1880’s\, the town of Newport had farms\, a post office and general store\, a saw mill and housed the lighthouse keeper.  \n\n\n\nBill Scheckler\, past president of the Newport Wilderness Society\, will be on hand to talk about the history of the area\, up to our present day dark sky park status. Meets in the Nature Center\, Lot 1. \n\n\n\nHistorical Newport Beach\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/2022-09-04-history-of-newport/
CATEGORIES:Newport Wilderness Days,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220904T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220904T143000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20220823T201900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T204511Z
UID:3850-1662298200-1662301800@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Mushrooms of Newport
DESCRIPTION:A Newport Wilderness Days Event \n\n\n\nCome enjoy a PowerPoint presentation about mushrooms\, the wondrous world beneath our feet\, given by Charlotte Lukes\, Door County’s leading fungi expert. To date\, she has identified 179 different species at the park. Her presentation will feature 118 of those species.  \n\n\n\nMeets in the Nature Center\, parking Lot 1. \n\n\n\nShaggy Manes; © Roy Lukes\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/2022-09-04-mushrooms-of-newport/
CATEGORIES:Newport Wilderness Days,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220904T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220904T123000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20220825T201532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T201533Z
UID:3847-1662289200-1662294600@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Campfire Building Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A Newport Wilderness Days Event \n\n\n\nTest your skills at this informative fire building program led by expert Ken Foszcz. Ken is a retired fire chief\, fire investigator\, search and rescue volunteer and all around outdoor enthusiast. He’ll talk about fire safety\, prepping for camp fire building and demonstrate many ways to start a fire\, both primitive and modern\, including use of a bow drill. \n\n\n\nMeet at the shelter building\, a short walk 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/2022-09-04-campfire-building-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Newport Wilderness Days,Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220903T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220903T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20220823T172600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T173134Z
UID:3845-1662210000-1662213600@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Story in the Rocks: Let's Talk Fossils
DESCRIPTION:A Newport Wilderness Days Event \n\n\n\nTake on the role of paleontologist and answer these and other questions: What are fossils and what do they look like at Newport? How are fossils formed? Take part in a self-paced fossil scavenger hunt.  \n\n\n\nLook for the table set up in the picnic area\, Lot 3.  \n\n\n\nFavosites Coral Fossil\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/2022-09-03-story-in-the-rocks/
CATEGORIES:Newport Wilderness Days,Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220903T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220903T133000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20220823T171800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T172405Z
UID:3841-1662206400-1662211800@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Trees and Shrubs of Door County
DESCRIPTION:A Newport Wilderness Days Event \n\n\n\nJoin arborist and horticulturist Tom Wolfe as he shares his vast knowledge about trees and shrubs. There will plenty of time for questions. Weather permitting\, we will spend some time in the woods. Meet 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/2022-09-03-trees-shrubs-of-door-county/
CATEGORIES:Newport Wilderness Days,Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220903T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220903T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T035039
CREATED:20220825T171523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T172428Z
UID:3838-1662199200-1662206400@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Forest Past and Present: Upland Trail Hike
DESCRIPTION:A Newport Wilderness Days Event \n\n\n\nMaster Naturalist volunteer Mary O’Grady will lead you along the Upland Trail loop. She will introduce you to our new Upland Trail guide booklet. You’ll be led through an open meadow\, beech/maple hardwood forest\, and areas of thick cedar. The stations along the trail will help you identify trees\, flowers and wildlife.  \n\n\n\nThis moderate\, two-mile hike has varied terrain. Meet at the office building\, 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/2022-09-forest-past-and-present-upland-trail-hike/
CATEGORIES:Newport Wilderness Days,Special Event
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