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February 10 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Candlelight Ski-Snowshoe-Hike 2024

Unfortunately, Mother Nature has thrown us a curve ball. There is no snow to ski on. This will be a hike-only event and we will light the Fern Trail only, […]

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Newport State Park
475 County Road NP
Ellison Bay, WI 54210

Office Phone: (920) 854-2500

Newport Wilderness Society is at Newport State Park.

1 week ago

The rain started and ran off the indigo buntings, white-crowned sparrows, orchard oriole and purple finches. But there was a smart rose breasted grosbeak that took shelter under one of the feeders. ... See MoreSee Less

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1 week ago

The last of the Four Seasons of Writing with Write On Door County is tonight! Please join us; drop ins welcome! ... See MoreSee Less

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3 weeks ago

Every light alters the night. So, it’s important to dim your lights to help preserve our nighttime environments! Reducing light pollution not only saves energy but also protects nocturnal ecosystems and creatures. You can make a small change that has a big impact by following the Five Principles for Responsible Outdoor Lighting at Night. Learn more by visiting bit.ly/3U0zrNy#EarthNight #EarthNight2024 #DarkSky #ProtectTheNight #DiscoverTheNight #DarkSkyInternational #SaveTheNight #NightMatters #LightPollution ... See MoreSee Less

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4 weeks ago

Get to know the outdoors with a guided hike this spring! Guided hikes are a great way to get outdoors and learn about nature from skilled DNR staff members and volunteers. Hiking with a facilitator also helps remove participant barriers, provides risk management and contributes to a knowledgeable and safe experience.Try a guided hike to learn more about your favorite state parks, forests, trails and recreation areas. During the hike, facilitators may cover many different topics to help you learn about the property, ranging from natural history and geography to native plants and wildlife. Remember, some hikes can be more challenging than others. Check event details for more info about distance, terrain and what to pack for your adventure.Ready to lace up your hiking boots and explore? Find guided and self-guided hiking events on the DNR Events calendar: dnr.wisconsin.gov/events?type=Hike ... See MoreSee Less

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1 month ago

Friends of Wisconsin State Parks Photo Contest

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1 month ago

We’re looking for few bluebird nesting boxes to replace some of ours that are falling apart. If you have a box you’re not using, the park would love to use it for you! ... See MoreSee Less

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1 month ago

Solar Eclipse over Europe Lake.I thought I would try to see if I could get a decent drone image of our solar eclipse this afternoon and this is my attempt. If we would have been in the path of totality we would have had spectacular viewing here in Door County but we had around 85% so that is what I had to work with. I combined and balanced four different exposures to get this final result. It was an enjoyable project. Please enjoy this in full screen mode and share if you wish. ... See MoreSee Less

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1 month ago

Don't trash those Eclipse glasses 🌞🕶♻️ pass them on to Latin American children to enjoy the October 2024 Eclipse 🌖Ship before August 1st toEclipse Glasses USA, LLCPO Box 50571Provo, UT 84605Here is another option as well -> astronomerswithoutborders.org/programs/solar-glasses-distribution #eclipse2024 #DoGoodWisconsin ... See MoreSee Less

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1 month ago

The cloudy forecast was SO wrong. We had perfect conditions to enjoy the 86.7% eclipse today! Thanks to everyone who came to Newport to enjoy this amazing solar phenomenon. Extra special thanks to @Beth Bartoli and Lynn Reuter for coordinating the afternoon’s events. ... See MoreSee Less

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1 month ago

Don’t let these clouds deter you. It looks like it should clear up this sfternoon, just in time for ecliose viewing! ... See MoreSee Less

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1 month ago

Every light matters.Every light impacts the night!This international Dark Sky Week you can celebrate the night by doing your part to protect it. Check out our Five Principles for Responsible Outdoor Lighting to prevent and reduce light pollution around your home and community!Learn more by visiting bit.ly/3U0zrNy#DarkSky #DarkSkyInternational #LightPollution #DiscoverTheNight #DarkSkyWeek #IDSW2024 #NightMatters ... See MoreSee Less

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1 month ago

On a recent search for invasive species along the trails in Newport, NWS volunteers Maureen Treml Flatley, Deb Ford, Kari Hagenow, and Mary Carmichael O'Grady were delighted to find this lovely cluster of Scarlet Cup. It is one of the earliest Spring mushrooms. Keep an eye out! ... See MoreSee Less

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1 month ago

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1 month ago

International Dark Sky Week starts tomorrow April 2! Let's turn down the lights and turn up the stars as we celebrate and discover the night together!Learn how you can be part of the global movement to protect the night by visiting the official International Dark Sky Week website bit.ly/39ORCy1#DarkSky #DarkSkyInternational #LightPollution #DiscoverTheNight #DarkSkyWeek #IDSW2024 ... See MoreSee Less

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2 months ago

Park office will be open Saturday, March 23rd from 10-2. Come on in! ... See MoreSee Less

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2 months ago

Shout out for Fern Trail!The wetland area around the Fern Trail at Newport State Park floods seasonally from April to mid-June. When the former ground-level boardwalk was in place, the trail would be submerged in water for most of the spring.The old boardwalk was removed, and an 1,800-foot elevated boardwalk has been constructed in its place, which is what you see here.This new boardwalk is situated far enough off of the ground that the trail is now passable year-round. The Fern Trail boardwalk project is a win for Newport’s wilderness ecosystem and dry socks.Fern Trail starts at Parking Area 3 and connects with the Europe Bay Trail to create a 1.2-mile loop. Visitors will travel through the park’s woodland environment and a wetland fern grotto on the wide, flat trail. With a combination of boardwalk and crushed limestone surface, the trail is accessible to wheelchairs and strollers.Photo Credit: Newport Wilderness Society ... See MoreSee Less

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2 months ago

Well, would you look at that. Park naturalist Beth Bartoli made the Door County Visitor’s Guide!The wonderful individuals in our community bring out the beauty of Door County. Discover more about Beth Bartoli, Newport State Park Natural Resources Educator. Newport Wilderness Society Find this "Ask a Local" highlight in our 2024 Destination Guide. View online or order yours today at: bit.ly/498sQFJ ... See MoreSee Less

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2 months ago

Beautiful!Angled Trees in Newport State Park.I saw this interesting little tableau starring three trees that are in the process of falling down but not in a big hurry to do so. They also seem to be in competion with each other to see which can be the last to finally get to the ground and so far the race seems pretty equal. I was hiking on the Lynd Point trail and was putting my iPhone through its paces. I continue to be ever more impressed with the iPhone’s ability to be a camera I can count on to make prints in the sizes that are important to me. This composition was made with the new 5x lens and I am quite pleased. Please enjoy this in full screen mode and share if you wish. ... See MoreSee Less

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2 months ago

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Sign the pledge to protect the night!

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This simple activity takes no time at all! Show the world your support for dark skies and the protection of nighttime environments by linking your name to the cause.

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3 months ago

More beautiful photos of our candlelight hike from Rebecca Ann! ... See MoreSee Less

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Newport Wilderness Society
P.O. Box 187
Ellison Bay, WI 54210

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