The Secret Life of Ferns
Beautiful, diverse, and ancient, ferns reproduce in a mysterious alteration of life forms. Join Master Naturalist and horticulturist Holly Smith as she delves into fern evolution, life cycle, reproduction, diversity, […]
The History of Rock Island
Rock Island’s rich history started long ago, many years before it became a state park. Join Brian Grube, Park Manager of both Newport and Rock Island state parks, as he […]
Beetles, Aphids, and Flies – Oh, My!
Insects are an underappreciated, yet a very important part of our ecosystem. Retired arborist and educator Donna Danielson will help you learn more about the importance of insects, their life […]
Universe in the Park – Perseid Meteor Shower
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 […]
Herb Hike
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 […]
Fossil Finds: Geology Bingo Drop-in Program
Door County’s rich geologic history is written in the rocks, just waiting to be discovered. Join us this self-paced geology/fossil Bingo game. Search for fossils in the rocks along the […]
Campfire Fun with Park Staff
The staff at Newport will be gathering around the campfire and sharing their best pudgy pie recipes. There will be some pie irons for you to try your hand at […]
Monarch Madness
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. Find […]
Star Gazing at the Dark Sky Park
**IMPORTANT: This event will be held on August 25 OR August 26, depending on weather/viewing conditions.** Join us at Wisconsin’s only designated dark sky park for a night of star […]
Coffee on the Beach
This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event What a great way to start your day with a hot cup of locally roasted, thoughtfully-sourced coffee on the beach area at beautiful […]
Newport Past and Present: Hotz Trail Tour
This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event WI Master Naturalist volunteers Mary O’Grady and Lynn Reuter will lead you along the Hotz Trail. As early as the 1920’s, the trail was […]
Herb Hike
This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event Dave LaLuzerne was born with a green spark in his heart. (Interestingly, his last name is the French word for alfalfa.) Nurtured through […]