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SUMMARY:Candlelight Ski-Snowshoe-Hike 2025
DESCRIPTION:Thirty-five years ago\, Newport Wilderness Society started the candlelight ski tradition in Door County. Our event is always held on the second Saturday in February. Whether you prefer to ski\, hike\, or snowshoe\, we invite you to this special event at Newport to enjoy a magical winter wonderland of candlelit forest trails\, fresh air\, and (with any luck) starry night skies. \n\n\n\nCandlelight skiing requires no special talent or technique\, and the terrain of the trail is flat and suited for the novice skier as well as the more experienced. Participants may want to bring a headlamp to assist in putting equipment on or finding their vehicle after skiing or hiking. \n\n\n\nChanges in 2025: We are lighting two separate trails! The traditional Fern Trail loop (and its new boardwalk) will be lit and designated for for hikers and snow-shoers. Skiers will have their own dedicated trail which will be groomed and lit. (Please\, no pets on ski trail.) \n\n\n\nAll participants will launch from Lot 3 (follow the main park road; it ends at Lot 3) anytime between 5:30pm and 7:30pm. Volunteers will be on hand to assist with directions. Regardless of which trail you use\, you will end up back at the park shelter area for a bonfire\, hot beverages\, and baked treats. \n\n\n\nBonfire after Newport Candlelight Ski; photo by Sherry Seubert\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe candlelight ski/hike/snowshoe event will be held with or without adequate skiing snow. Only extreme cold temperatures or unsafe trail conditions would cancel the event. Event cancellation will be posted to the NWS Facebook page. \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/candlelight-ski-snowshoe-hike-2025/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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SUMMARY:2025 First Day Hike
DESCRIPTION:Photo by Deb Ford\n\n\n\nPlease join us for this annual Wisconsin State Park tradition. \n\n\n\nWhere: We will set off from Parking Lot 3 at 1:00pm. (Please plan to arrive a little before then.) \n\n\n\nThe Hike: The 1.2-mile Fern Trail loop (and the recently completed boardwalk) is the focus…with an option to include Lynd Point Trail. \n\n\n\nPost-hike: We will warm up by campfire at the Picnic Shelter (Lot 3); hot chocolate and treats will be available. (Don’t be bashful about bringing treats to share!) \n\n\n\nWeather is unpredictable; we may be walking through snow or ice. Wear appropriate winter footwear that may include yaktrax or microspikes; bring hiking poles if you typically use them. \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-first-day-hike/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241207T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241207T120000
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SUMMARY:Q and A: NWS Proposed Improvements to Dark Sky Viewing Area
DESCRIPTION:Newport Wilderness Society (NWS)\, the friends group of Newport State Park\, is hosting a presentation/Q&A regarding NWS’s Dark Sky Viewing Area Improvement Plan for the park.  \n\n\n\nWhere: Newport Nature Center (inside the Visitors Center at the park entrance/Lot 1) \n\n\n\nWhen: Saturday\, December 7; 10:30am \n\n\n\nNWS has long-recognized the need for improvements to the dark sky viewing area\, located in the day-use area adjacent to Lot 3. NWS’s concerns with the current condition of the viewing area\, especially when hosting an educational or night sky viewing program\, include: \n\n\n\n\nno seating is available for program participants;\n\n\n\nthere is no footpath to the viewing area; \n\n\n\nadjacent sand dunes are often trampled by visitors seeking the shortest route to/from the venue;\n\n\n\nvisitors with mobility issues must traverse a lot of uneven ground to access the program venue;\n\n\n\nspillover light from vehicles in the parking lot interferes with night sky viewing;\n\n\n\nthere is no power supply (other than battery/generator) to power AV equipment for a program or the telescopes we transport in for viewing.\n\n\n\n\nOver the past year\, the NWS Long-range Planning Committee has been working\, in collaboration with the DNR\, to design improvements to the viewing area that would specifically address these concerns. The preliminary plan includes: \n\n\n\n\na ground-level\, two-tiered\, natural stone seating area that could accommodate up to 100 people;\n\n\n\nthe seating area will be nestled into a grassy berm that already exists; it is designed not to be visible from the parking lot;\n\n\n\npaths to the viewing area designed to protect adjacent sand dunes and provide safe access for all visitors;\n\n\n\ndark sky-compliant\, non-white-light pathway illumination (in use for programs only);\n\n\n\na stacked stone wall along the east edge of the parking lot to better screen spillover light from vehicles\, but not to impede the view of Lake Michigan;\n\n\n\nimprovements to the size and placement of telescope pads;\n\n\n\na small\, accessible viewing platform overlooking Newport Beach at the end of an already existing asphalt path (which currently tumbles unsafely onto the beach);\n\n\n\na small shed near the picnic shelter to store equipment and provide solar-powered charging for equipment\, including a recently-acquired Trak-Chair for visitors with mobility challenges.\n\n\n\n\nNewport received Dark Sky Park certification in 2017. It is Wisconsin’s only Dark Sky Park. Park staff\, Universe in the Park/UW-Madison\, and friends of NWS have provided night sky education programs and viewing opportunities for hundreds of participants since before 2014. On any given evening\, visitors come to Newport to enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the Milky Way\, to identify planets and constellations\, or in hope of witnessing some dancing Northern Lights. \n\n\n\nNWS understands that the public is passionate about protecting and preserving our ~2\,400-acre wilderness park. NWS is too\, and our BOD and dedicated volunteers have been doing that work for 40 years at Newport. NWS hopes the public will be reassured that theplan to improve the dark sky educational and viewing experience for park visitors is specifically designed to support that mission.  \n\n\n\nNWS looks forward to listening to you and answering your questions.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/q-and-a-nws-proposed-improvements-to-dark-sky-viewing-area/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240922T210000
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SUMMARY:Birds and Astronomy
DESCRIPTION:Join the Academy of Sciences\, Arts and Letters for a special evening learning about migratory birds and stargazing at Newport State Park. Amanda Tokuyama\, GIS & Field Data Manager with the Urban Ecology Center will help unravel the mystery of bird migration. She will answer such questions as: Why do birds migrate? How do they find their way? What can people do to help migratory bird populations in Wisconsin? Why do songbirds migrate at night? And…do birds really use the stars to migrate? \n\n\n\nAfter Amanda Tokuyama’s talk on bird migration\, Dr. Robert Mathieu\, Albert E. Whitford Professor at UW-Madison\, will guide attendees through a tour of the night sky (weather permitting) and share stories about the constellations. As we observe the Milky Way and other features of the night sky\, we will listen for migrating songbirds and imagine what it is like to navigate long distances using the stars to fly your way south. \n\n\n\nPlease note:  \n\n\n\n\nThis is an outdoor\, nighttime program; dress for the conditions.\n\n\n\nThere is a short walk along a paved path to access the program venue.\n\n\n\nThere is no seating; bring a chair or blanket.\n\n\n\nBring a flashlight with a red lens cover. (In the dark sky park\, bright white light is highly discouraged.)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTalk: 7:00pm to 8:00pmStargazing: 8:00pm to 9:00pm \n\n\n\nLocation: Dark Sky Viewing Area (Lot 3) at Newport (follow the asphalt path to the shelter building) \n\n\n\nThis event is free\, but the Academy would like you to register. You can do that here. \n\n\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
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2024-09-birds-and-astronomy/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240921T210000
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SUMMARY:Fall Equinox: Tales Around the Campfire
DESCRIPTION:As summer officially passes the torch to autumn\, gather around the autumnal fire to celebrate hard work\, to honor mother nature\, and to acknowledge the passage of time.  \n\n\n\nIf you feel comfortable\, bring something along that reminds you of the end of summer or the beginning of fall. Bring a lawn chair\, as seating is very limited.  \n\n\n\nMeet at the fire ring by the shelter building\, a short walk down the blacktop 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/2024-fall-equinox-tales-around-the-campfire/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240901T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240901T183000
DTSTAMP:20240812T160927Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240816T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240816T140000
DTSTAMP:20240719T184400Z
CREATED:20240719T184359Z
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SUMMARY:Park Chat with Manager Brian Grube
DESCRIPTION:Bring your questions\, comments and concerns and spend some time with park manager Brian. There will be a short hike as he talks about what’s going on at the park.  \n\n\n\nMeet at Lot 3. \n\n\n\nNewport Park Manager Brian Grube\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/2024-08-16-park-chat-with-manager-brian-grube/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240812T203000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240812T230000
DTSTAMP:20240715T183313Z
CREATED:20240715T183311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T183313Z
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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/2024-universe-in-the-park-perseid-meteor-shower/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240810T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240810T150000
DTSTAMP:20240715T182708Z
CREATED:20240715T182619Z
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SUMMARY:Smokey Bear's Birthday Bash
DESCRIPTION:Smokey Bear\n\n\n\nCome and meet Smokey Bear and help park staff celebrate his 80th 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\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
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2024-smokey-bears-birthday-bash/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240803T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240803T093000
DTSTAMP:20240715T165948Z
CREATED:20240715T165947Z
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SUMMARY:Yoga on the Beach
DESCRIPTION:Join 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/2024-08-03-yoga-on-the-beach/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240727T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240727T103000
DTSTAMP:20240613T132418Z
CREATED:20240613T132417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T132418Z
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SUMMARY:NWS Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Annual Meeting of the Newport Wilderness Society will be held outdoors at the park Picnic Shelter on Saturday\, July 27th at 9:00am. Coffee and baked treats will be provided.  \n\n\n\nAlong with reports from members of NWS Board Executive Committee and park staff\, new board members will be voted onto the board by a majority of the full membership present. \n\n\n\nAll NWS members and friends are welcome to attend. We look forward to seeing you. \n\n\n\n2022 NWS Annual Meeting
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2024-nws-annual-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240713T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240713T093000
DTSTAMP:20240530T142413Z
CREATED:20240530T142410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T142413Z
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SUMMARY:Yoga on the Beach
DESCRIPTION:Join 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/2024-07-13-yoga-on-the-beach/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240707T203000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240707T230000
DTSTAMP:20240529T184334Z
CREATED:20240529T184332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T184334Z
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SUMMARY:Universe in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Join guest astronomers from UW-Madison for a presentation on astronomy. We start with a PowerPoint presentation at the shelter building then we look to the heavens through a high powered telescope to experience stars\, planets and galaxies. You won’t want to miss this chance to enjoy the night skies at Wisconsin’s first International Dark Sky Park. \n\n\n\nNo seating is provided\, so bring your own chairs or blankets. Flashlights or headlamps with red lenses\, binoculars and bug spray are recommended also.  \n\n\n\nMeet outside the shelter building; this is about a 800-foot walk on a paved path from Lot 3. \n\n\n\nPhoto courtesy Denny Moutray\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/2024-07-07-universe-in-the-park/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240420T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240420T160000
DTSTAMP:20240325T134926Z
CREATED:20240325T134925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T134926Z
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SUMMARY:Every Day is Earth Day 2024
DESCRIPTION:Newport Wilderness Society will be at the Every Day is Earth Day festival at Kress Pavilion in Egg Harbor on Saturday\, April 20.  \n\n\n\nPlease stop by our booth to meet some of our volunteers and learn more about the work we do in support of Newport State Park. \n\n\n\nThere are so many great events happening at the weekend-long Door EDED Festival. Go here to see the full schedule.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/every-day-is-earth-day-2024/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240408T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240408T153000
DTSTAMP:20240406T171234Z
CREATED:20240316T143344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240406T171234Z
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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:20240210T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240210T200000
DTSTAMP:20240209T192717Z
CREATED:20240109T175231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T192717Z
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SUMMARY:Candlelight Ski-Snowshoe-Hike 2024
DESCRIPTION: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\, as has been our tradition for many years. See you there! \n\n\n\nThirty-four years ago\, Newport Wilderness Society started the candlelight ski tradition in Door County. Our event is always held on the second Saturday in February. Whether you prefer to ski\, hike\, or snowshoe\, we invite you to this special event at Newport to enjoy a magical winter wonderland of candlelit forest trails\, fresh air\, and (with any luck) starry night skies. \n\n\n\nChanges in 2024: We are lighting two separate trails! The traditional Fern Trail loop (and its new boardwalk) will be lit and designated for for hikers and snow-shoers. Skiers will have their own dedicated trail which will be groomed and lit. (Please\, no pets on ski trail.) \n\n\n\nAll participants will launch from parking lot Lot 3 (follow the main park road; it ends at Lot 3) anytime between 5:30pm and 7:30pm. Volunteers will be on hand to assist with directions. Regardless of which trail you use\, you will end up back at the park shelter area for a bonfire\, hot beverages\, and baked treats.  \n\n\n\nBonfire after Newport Candlelight Ski; photo by Sherry Seubert\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe candlelight ski/hike/snowshoe event will be held with or without adequate skiing snow. Only extreme cold temperatures or unsafe trail conditions would cancel the event. Event cancellation will be posted to the NWS Facebook page. \n\n\n\nThis Newport SP event is free\, but a Wisconsin State Park Vehicle Admission Sticker is required. They can be purchased online or at State Park offices.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/candlelight-ski-2024/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240101T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240101T160000
DTSTAMP:20231230T222109Z
CREATED:20231220T220957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231230T222109Z
UID:5995-1704114000-1704124800@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:2024 First Day Hike
DESCRIPTION:Photo by Deb Ford\n\n\n\nPlease join us for this annual Wisconsin State Park tradition. \n\n\n\nWhere: We will set off from Parking Lot 3 at 1:00pm. (Please plan to arrive a little before then.)The Hike: The 1.2-mile Fern Trail loop (and the recently completed boardwalk) is the focus…with an option to include Lynd Point Trail.Post-hike: We will warm up by campfire at the Picnic Shelter (Lot 3); hot chocolate and treats will be available. (Don’t be bashful about bringing treats to share!) \n\n\n\nWeather is unpredictable; we may be walking through snow or ice. Wear appropriate winter footwear that may include yaktrax or microspikes; bring hiking poles if you typically use them.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2024-first-day-hike/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231216T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231216T140000
DTSTAMP:20231213T141950Z
CREATED:20231213T140658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T141950Z
UID:5927-1702720800-1702735200@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:December Open House at Newport
DESCRIPTION:The park office will be open and full of holiday cheer!Join us for cookies and cider…and shopping.Park merchandise and 2024 state park stickers make great gifts.(This is the last opportunity to buy 2024 stickers on-site before the holidays.)
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/december-open-house-at-newport/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230903T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230903T153000
DTSTAMP:20230817T142909Z
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230903T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230903T140000
DTSTAMP:20230817T140057Z
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:20230817T135446Z
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:20230817T134639Z
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:20230817T131048Z
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:20230817T130603Z
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230902T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230902T113000
DTSTAMP:20230817T160238Z
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:20230817T125413Z
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:20230812T203000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230812T230000
DTSTAMP:20230726T202245Z
CREATED:20230726T202243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T202245Z
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: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:20230729T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230729T103000
DTSTAMP:20240613T132018Z
CREATED:20230701T144421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T132018Z
UID:5450-1690621200-1690626600@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:NWS Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Annual Meeting of the Newport Wilderness Society will be held outdoors at the park Picnic Shelter on Saturday\, July 29th at 9:00am. Coffee and baked treats will be provided.  \n\n\n\nAlong with reports from members of NWS Board Executive Committee and park staff\, new board members will be voted onto the board by a majority of the full membership present. \n\n\n\nAll NWS members and friends are welcome to attend. We look forward to seeing you.      \n\n\n\n2022 NWS Annual Meeting
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-nws-annual-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230716T203000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230716T230000
DTSTAMP:20230618T184548Z
CREATED:20230618T184546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230618T184548Z
UID:5357-1689539400-1689548400@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Universe in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Join guest astronomers from UW-Madison for a presentation on astronomy. We start with a PowerPoint presentation at the shelter building then we look to the heavens through a high powered telescope to experience stars\, planets and galaxies. You won’t want to miss this chance to enjoy the skies at Wisconsin’s first International Dark Sky Park.  \n\n\n\nNo seating is provided\, so bring your own chairs or blankets. Flashlights or headlamps with red lenses\, binoculars and bug spray are recommended also.  \n\n\n\nMeet at the shelter building; this is about a 800-foot walk on a paved path from Lot 3. \n\n\n\nPhoto courtesy Denny Moutray\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/2023-07-16-universe-in-the-park/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program,Special Event
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