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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210731T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210731T110000
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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 31st at 9:00am. Coffee and baked treats will be provided by Kick Ash.  \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\nMost importantly\, we will be honoring long-time Park Manager Michelle Hefty who retired in January after a 32+ year career at Newport SP. \n\n\n\nMichelle Hefty\, Oct 2020\n\n\n\nAll NWS members are invited to attend. Past NWS Board members are especially encouraged to join us to honor Michelle. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCovid-19 Guidelines: Group sizes vary and may be limited to promote social distancing. Participants are encouraged to practice social distancing\, frequent hand washing and to wear a face covering if social distancing cannot be maintained. All programs will be outdoors. If you are feeling ill or experiencing symptoms of Covid-19\, we ask that you refrain from participating in this program. 
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2021-nws-annual-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210728T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210728T110000
DTSTAMP:20210619T195742Z
CREATED:20210606T160030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210619T195742Z
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SUMMARY:OutWiGo 'Trails of Newport' Hiking Challenge: Week 8
DESCRIPTION:This Week’s Hike \n\n\n\nHotz/Europe Bay Trail 3.2 milesMeet at Europe Bay Road parking area at 9:00am \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs part of the Wisconsin DNR OutWiGo initiative\, Newport SP Naturalist Beth Bartoli is leading a 13-week progressive hiking challenge covering every trail in the park.  OutWiGo encourages everyone to improve their overall health and wellness by getting out and active in the outdoors.  \n\n\n\nHikes will take place on Wednesday at 9:00am. We will begin on June 9th with the shortest trail loop (1.2 mi.) and end with the longest trail loop (7 mi.) on Sept 1st. Please join us when you can. On the final hike\, miles will be tallied and participants will enjoy a pot-luck picnic together.  \n\n\n\nThese are not meant to be interpretive hikes; the purpose is to get out and enjoy some physical activity. Everyone is encouraged to hike at a pace that is comfortable for them. Hikes will be held as scheduled\, except for extreme weather conditions. (We hike in the rain!) A WI state park sticker is required for your vehicle.  \n\n\n\nPrint a complete hike schedule and log here. \n\n\n\nNeed more information? Contact Beth Bartoli at (920) 854-2500. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCovid-19 Guidelines: Group sizes vary and may be limited to promote social distancing. Participants are encouraged to practice social distancing\, frequent hand washing and to wear a face covering if social distancing cannot be maintained. All programs will be outdoors. If you are feeling ill or experiencing symptoms of Covid-19\, we ask that you refrain from participating in this program. 
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2021-outwigo-newport-hiking-challenge-week-8/
CATEGORIES:OutWiGo Challenge Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210723T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210723T143000
DTSTAMP:20210722T173133Z
CREATED:20210619T202435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210722T173133Z
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SUMMARY:Monarch Madness
DESCRIPTION:Join the 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 and help release any monarchs that may be ready to go.  \n\n\n\nMeet in the Nature Center (Lot 1). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCovid-19 Guidelines: Group sizes vary and may be limited to promote social distancing. Participants are encouraged to practice social distancing\, frequent hand washing and to wear a face covering if social distancing cannot be maintained. All programs will be outdoors. If you are feeling ill or experiencing symptoms of Covid-19\, we ask that you refrain from participating in this program. 
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2021-07-monarch-madness/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210721T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210721T110000
DTSTAMP:20210606T160947Z
CREATED:20210606T150318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210606T160947Z
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SUMMARY:OutWiGo 'Trails of Newport' Hiking Challenge: Week 7
DESCRIPTION:This Week’s Hike \n\n\n\nNewport/Ridge Trail (east)3.0 milesMeet at Lot 3 at 9:00am \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs part of the Wisconsin DNR OutWiGo initiative\, Newport SP Naturalist Beth Bartoli is leading a 13-week progressive hiking challenge covering every trail in the park.  OutWiGo encourages everyone to improve their overall health and wellness by getting out and active in the outdoors.  \n\n\n\nHikes will take place on Wednesday at 9:00am. We will begin on June 9th with the shortest trail loop (1.2 mi.) and end with the longest trail loop (7 mi.) on Sept 1st. Please join us when you can. On the final hike\, miles will be tallied and participants will enjoy a pot-luck picnic together.  \n\n\n\nThese are not meant to be interpretive hikes; the purpose is to get out and enjoy some physical activity. Everyone is encouraged to hike at a pace that is comfortable for them. Hikes will be held as scheduled\, except for extreme weather conditions. (We hike in the rain!) A WI state park sticker is required for your vehicle.  \n\n\n\nPrint a complete hike schedule and log here. \n\n\n\nNeed more information? Contact Beth Bartoli at (920) 854-2500. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCovid-19 Guidelines: Group sizes vary and may be limited to promote social distancing. Participants are encouraged to practice social distancing\, frequent hand washing and to wear a face covering if social distancing cannot be maintained. All programs will be outdoors. If you are feeling ill or experiencing symptoms of Covid-19\, we ask that you refrain from participating in this program. 
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2021-outwigo-newport-hiking-challenge-week-7/
CATEGORIES:OutWiGo Challenge Hike
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210717T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210717T213000
DTSTAMP:20210629T182522Z
CREATED:20210619T202006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T182522Z
UID:1733-1626552000-1626557400@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Bat Count: Wisconsin Bat Monitoring Program
DESCRIPTION:Help our state bats by participating in this Citizen Science program.  \n\n\n\nOur hibernating bats are in great danger of being wiped out because of white-nose syndrome (WNS)\, a white\, powdery fungus on the muzzle of infected bats that causes die-offs of multiple species of bats in infected hibernation sites. This state wide survey is an important tool to help monitor the number of bats that have been affected by WNS.  \n\n\n\nNo experience is necessary\, just a willingness to help. We will meet at the Nature Center\, Lot 1\, for brief instruction. \n\n\n\nRain Date: July 18\, 8:00pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCovid-19 Guidelines: Group sizes vary and may be limited to promote social distancing. Participants are encouraged to practice social distancing\, frequent hand washing and to wear a face covering if social distancing cannot be maintained. All programs will be outdoors. If you are feeling ill or experiencing symptoms of Covid-19\, we ask that you refrain from participating in this program. 
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2021-07-bat-count/
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210714T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210714T110000
DTSTAMP:20210629T165314Z
CREATED:20210606T145342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T165314Z
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SUMMARY:OutWiGo 'Trails of Newport' Hiking Challenge: Week 6
DESCRIPTION:This Week’s Hike \n\n\n\nLynd Point Trail2.5 milesMeet at Lot 3 at 9:00am \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs part of the Wisconsin DNR OutWiGo initiative\, Newport SP Naturalist Beth Bartoli is leading a 13-week progressive hiking challenge covering every trail in the park.  OutWiGo encourages everyone to improve their overall health and wellness by getting out and active in the outdoors.  \n\n\n\nHikes will take place on Wednesday at 9:00am. We will begin on June 9th with the shortest trail loop (1.2 mi.) and end with the longest trail loop (7 mi.) on Sept 1st. Please join us when you can. On the final hike\, miles will be tallied and participants will enjoy a pot-luck picnic together.  \n\n\n\nThese are not meant to be interpretive hikes; the purpose is to get out and enjoy some physical activity. Everyone is encouraged to hike at a pace that is comfortable for them. Hikes will be held as scheduled\, except for extreme weather conditions. (We hike in the rain!) A WI state park sticker is required for your vehicle.  \n\n\n\nPrint a complete hike schedule and log here. \n\n\n\nNeed more information? Contact Beth Bartoli at (920) 854-2500. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCovid-19 Guidelines: Group sizes vary and may be limited to promote social distancing. Participants are encouraged to practice social distancing\, frequent hand washing and to wear a face covering if social distancing cannot be maintained. All programs will be outdoors. If you are feeling ill or experiencing symptoms of Covid-19\, we ask that you refrain from participating in this program. 
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2021-outwigo-newport-hiking-challenge-week-6/
CATEGORIES:OutWiGo Challenge Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210710T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210710T113000
DTSTAMP:20210629T165211Z
CREATED:20210619T200150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T165211Z
UID:1730-1625911200-1625916600@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Meet the Monarchs!
DESCRIPTION:Join Beth Bartoli\, Newport State Park’s naturalist\, as she explains all about the Monarch Butterfly’s amazing life cycle. See the active nursery and get more information about gardening for pollinators and Citizen Science projects. Meets in the Nature Center (Lot 1). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCovid-19 Guidelines: Group sizes vary and may be limited to promote social distancing. Participants are encouraged to practice social distancing\, frequent hand washing and to wear a face covering if social distancing cannot be maintained. All programs will be outdoors. If you are feeling ill or experiencing symptoms of Covid-19\, we ask that you refrain from participating in this program. 
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2021-07-meet-the-monarchs/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210709T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210709T120000
DTSTAMP:20210629T181906Z
CREATED:20210619T195431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T181906Z
UID:1728-1625824800-1625832000@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Herb Hike
DESCRIPTION:Dave LaLuzerne\n\n\n\nDave LaLuzerne was born with a green spark in his heart. (Interestingly\, his last name is the French word for alfalfa.)  \n\n\n\nNurtured 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. Door 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\n\n\n\n\nCovid-19 Guidelines: Group sizes vary and may be limited to promote social distancing. Participants are encouraged to practice social distancing\, frequent hand washing and to wear a face covering if social distancing cannot be maintained. All programs will be outdoors. If you are feeling ill or experiencing symptoms of Covid-19\, we ask that you refrain from participating in this program. 
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2021-07-herb-hike/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210707T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210707T110000
DTSTAMP:20210606T144853Z
CREATED:20210606T144851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210606T144853Z
UID:1662-1625648400-1625655600@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:OutWiGo 'Trails of Newport' Hiking Challenge: Week 5
DESCRIPTION:This Week’s Hike \n\n\n\nSand Cove/Duck Bay Trail2.3 milesMeet at Lot 3 at 9:00am \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs part of the Wisconsin DNR OutWiGo initiative\, Newport SP Naturalist Beth Bartoli is leading a 13-week progressive hiking challenge covering every trail in the park.  OutWiGo encourages everyone to improve their overall health and wellness by getting out and active in the outdoors.  \n\n\n\nHikes will take place on Wednesday at 9:00am. We will begin on June 9th with the shortest trail loop (1.2 mi.) and end with the longest trail loop (7 mi.) on Sept 1st. Please join us when you can. On the final hike\, miles will be tallied and participants will enjoy a pot-luck picnic together.  \n\n\n\nThese are not meant to be interpretive hikes; the purpose is to get out and enjoy some physical activity. Everyone is encouraged to hike at a pace that is comfortable for them. Hikes will be held as scheduled\, except for extreme weather conditions. (We hike in the rain!) A WI state park sticker is required for your vehicle.  \n\n\n\nPrint a complete hike schedule and log here. \n\n\n\nNeed more information? Contact Beth Bartoli at (920) 854-2500. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCovid-19 Guidelines: Group sizes vary and may be limited to promote social distancing. Participants are encouraged to practice social distancing\, frequent hand washing and to wear a face covering if social distancing cannot be maintained. All programs will be outdoors. If you are feeling ill or experiencing symptoms of Covid-19\, we ask that you refrain from participating in this program. 
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2021-outwigo-newport-hiking-challenge-week-5/
CATEGORIES:OutWiGo Challenge Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210703T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210703T123000
DTSTAMP:20210701T223737Z
CREATED:20210619T190458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210701T223737Z
UID:1724-1625310000-1625315400@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Trees and Shrubs of Door County
DESCRIPTION:Beech Leaves\n\n\n\n***We sincerely apologize.***Our e-newlsetter (North Star News) had the incorrect date for this program. The correct date is Saturday\, July 3 at 11am \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 may spend some time in the woods. Meet in the Nature Center\, parking lot 1. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCovid-19 Guidelines: Group sizes vary and may be limited to promote social distancing. Participants are encouraged to practice social distancing\, frequent hand washing and to wear a face covering if social distancing cannot be maintained. All programs will be outdoors. If you are feeling ill or experiencing symptoms of Covid-19\, we ask that you refrain from participating in this program. 
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2021-07-trees-shrubs-of-door-county/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210630T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210630T110000
DTSTAMP:20210619T194554Z
CREATED:20210606T005914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210619T194554Z
UID:1651-1625043600-1625050800@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:OutWiGo 'Trails of Newport' Hiking Challenge: Week 4
DESCRIPTION:This Week’s Hike \n\n\n\nUpland Trail2.0 milesMeet at Lot 1 at 9:00am \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs part of the Wisconsin DNR OutWiGo initiative\, Newport SP Naturalist Beth Bartoli is leading a 13-week progressive hiking challenge covering every trail in the park.  OutWiGo encourages everyone to improve their overall health and wellness by getting out and active in the outdoors.  \n\n\n\nHikes will take place on Wednesday at 9:00am. We will begin on June 9th with the shortest trail loop (1.2 mi.) and end with the longest trail loop (7 mi.) on Sept 1st. Please join us when you can. On the final hike\, miles will be tallied and participants will enjoy a pot-luck picnic together.  \n\n\n\nThese are not meant to be interpretive hikes; the purpose is to get out and enjoy some physical activity. Everyone is encouraged to hike at a pace that is comfortable for them. Hikes will be held as scheduled\, except for extreme weather conditions. (We hike in the rain!) A WI state park sticker is required for your vehicle.  \n\n\n\nPrint a complete hike schedule and log here. \n\n\n\nNeed more information? Contact Beth Bartoli at (920) 854-2500. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCovid-19 Guidelines: Group sizes vary and may be limited to promote social distancing. Participants are encouraged to practice social distancing\, frequent hand washing and to wear a face covering if social distancing cannot be maintained. All programs will be outdoors. If you are feeling ill or experiencing symptoms of Covid-19\, we ask that you refrain from participating in this program. 
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2021-newport-hiking-challenge-week-4/
CATEGORIES:OutWiGo Challenge Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210626T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210626T143000
DTSTAMP:20210606T202938Z
CREATED:20210606T195452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210606T202938Z
UID:1706-1624712400-1624717800@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Remembering Phil Hansotia
DESCRIPTION:Write On\, Door County is hosting a walk and reading along the Poetry Trail in remembrance of the late Phil Hansotia. From the Write On\, Door County website: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe current exhibit on the Newport State Park Poetry Trail honors Phil Hansotia\, who passed away in June of 2020. Phil was instrumental in establishing the Poetry Trail in 2010. His poems are displayed on the trail\, along with poems written in homage to him by Thomas Davis and Judy Roy. Join these poets\, as well as members of Phil’s poetry critique group\, The Wallace Group\, and others to celebrate Phil’s poetry and life. \n\n\n\nThe reading is free and open to all ages. A State Park Pass is required. The reading will progress from stanchion to stanchion along the trail; sturdy walking shoes and appropriate dress for an outdoor reading are encouraged. In the event of inclement weather\, the reading will be held in the shelter off Parking Lot #3\, limited transportation from the parking lot to the shelter will be provided for those who need assistance. \n\n\n\nThe Poetry Trail is accessible from Lot 1 at the Visitors Center. The ¾-mile trail is level\, but there are rocks and roots that walkers need to be mindful of.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/remembering-phil-hansotia/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210623T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210623T110000
DTSTAMP:20210629T172956Z
CREATED:20210606T003239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T172956Z
UID:1644-1624438800-1624446000@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:OutWiGo 'Trails of Newport' Hiking Challenge: Week 3
DESCRIPTION:This Week’s Hike \n\n\n\nMonarch Trail1.75 milesMeet at Lot 1 at 9:00am \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs part of the Wisconsin DNR OutWiGo initiative\, Newport SP Naturalist Beth Bartoli is leading a 13-week progressive hiking challenge covering every trail in the park.  OutWiGo encourages everyone to improve their overall health and wellness by getting out and active in the outdoors.  \n\n\n\nHikes will take place on Wednesday at 9:00am. We will begin on June 9th with the shortest trail loop (1.2 mi.) and end with the longest trail loop (7 mi.) on Sept 1st. Please join us when you can. On the final hike\, miles will be tallied and participants will enjoy a pot-luck picnic together.  \n\n\n\nThese are not meant to be interpretive hikes; the purpose is to get out and enjoy some physical activity. Everyone is encouraged to hike at a pace that is comfortable for them. Hikes will be held as scheduled\, except for extreme weather conditions. (We hike in the rain!) A WI state park sticker is required for your vehicle.  \n\n\n\nPrint a complete hike schedule and log here. \n\n\n\nNeed more information? Contact Beth Bartoli at (920) 854-2500. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCovid-19 Guidelines: Group sizes vary and may be limited to promote social distancing. Participants are encouraged to practice social distancing\, frequent hand washing and to wear a face covering if social distancing cannot be maintained. All programs will be outdoors. If you are feeling ill or experiencing symptoms of Covid-19\, we ask that you refrain from participating in this program. 
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2021-newport-hiking-challenge-week-3/
CATEGORIES:OutWiGo Challenge Hike
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210616T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210616T110000
DTSTAMP:20210614T205644Z
CREATED:20210606T002134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210614T205644Z
UID:1641-1623834000-1623841200@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:OutWiGo 'Trails of Newport' Hiking Challenge: Week 2
DESCRIPTION:This Week’s Hike \n\n\n\nSugarbush Trail1.5 milesMeet at Lot 4 at 9:00am \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs part of the Wisconsin DNR OutWiGo initiative\, Newport SP Naturalist Beth Bartoli is leading a 13-week progressive hiking challenge covering every trail in the park.  OutWiGo encourages everyone to improve their overall health and wellness by getting out and active in the outdoors.  \n\n\n\nHikes will take place on Wednesday at 9:00am. We will begin on June 9th with the shortest trail loop (1.2 mi.) and end with the longest trail loop (7 mi.) on Sept 1st. Please join us when you can. On the final hike\, miles will be tallied and participants will enjoy a pot-luck picnic together.  \n\n\n\nThese are not meant to be interpretive hikes; the purpose is to get out and enjoy some physical activity. Everyone is encouraged to hike at a pace that is comfortable for them. Hikes will be held as scheduled\, except for extreme weather conditions. (We hike in the rain!) A WI state park sticker is required for your vehicle.  \n\n\n\nPrint a complete hike schedule and log here. \n\n\n\nNeed more information? Contact Beth Bartoli at (920) 854-2500. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCovid-19 Guidelines: Group sizes vary and may be limited to promote social distancing. Participants are encouraged to practice social distancing\, frequent hand washing and to wear a face covering if social distancing cannot be maintained. All programs will be outdoors. If you are feeling ill or experiencing symptoms of Covid-19\, we ask that you refrain from participating in this program. 
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2021-newport-hiking-challenge-week-2/
CATEGORIES:OutWiGo Challenge Hike
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210609T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210609T103000
DTSTAMP:20210629T180200Z
CREATED:20210605T230336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T180200Z
UID:1608-1623229200-1623234600@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:OutWiGo 'Trails of Newport' Hiking Challenge: Week 1
DESCRIPTION:This Week’s Hike \n\n\n\nFern Trail1.2 milesMeet at Lot 3 at 9:00am \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs part of the Wisconsin DNR OutWiGo initiative\, Newport SP Naturalist Beth Bartoli is leading a 13-week progressive hiking challenge covering every trail in the park.  OutWiGo encourages everyone to improve their overall health and wellness by getting out and active in the outdoors.  \n\n\n\nHikes will take place on Wednesday at 9:00am. We will begin on June 9th with the shortest trail loop (1.2 mi.) and end with the longest trail loop (7 mi.) on Sept 1st. Please join us when you can. On the final hike\, miles will be tallied and participants will enjoy a pot-luck picnic together.  \n\n\n\nThese are not meant to be interpretive hikes; the purpose is to get out and enjoy some physical activity. Everyone is encouraged to hike at a pace that is comfortable for them. Hikes will be held as scheduled\, except for extreme weather conditions. (We hike in the rain!) A WI state park sticker is required for your vehicle.  \n\n\n\nPrint a complete hike schedule and log here. \n\n\n\nNeed more information? Contact Beth Bartoli at (920) 854-2500. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCovid-19 Guidelines: Group sizes vary and may be limited to promote social distancing. Participants are encouraged to practice social distancing\, frequent hand washing and to wear a face covering if social distancing cannot be maintained. All programs will be outdoors. If you are feeling ill or experiencing symptoms of Covid-19\, we ask that you refrain from participating in this program. 
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2021-newport-hiking-challenge-week-1/
CATEGORIES:OutWiGo Challenge Hike
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SUMMARY:Newport Wilderness Days
DESCRIPTION:***This event is cancelled.*** \n\n\n\nDue to the many lingering concerns with the Covid-19 outbreak\, we regretfully must cancel our annual Wilderness Days event.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWilderness Days at Newport State Park was started in 1992 as a way for the members of Newport Wilderness Society\, the park’s official friends group\, to showcase their beautiful wilderness park. Volunteers lead hikes and programs over the Labor Day weekend\, covering many areas of interest. In 2019\, there were hikes devoted to mushrooms\, insects\, trees and shrubs\, herbs\, and an evening star-gazing program.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/newport-wilderness-days-2020/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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SUMMARY:Perseid Meteor Shower
DESCRIPTION:***This event has been cancelled.*** \n\n\n\nDue to the many lingering concerns with the Covid-19 outbreak\, we regretfully must cancel our annual Perseid Meteor Shower event. However\, you are welcome to independently view the Perseids from Newport State Park.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery August\, the Northern Hemisphere is treated to one of nature’s most popular celestial events\, the Perseid Meteor Shower. It is a result of the earth passing through the dust and debris trail of the Comet Swift-Tuttle. The best place to view the meteor shower is away from city lights and areas of light pollution\, not an easy task if you live in an urban environment. Find a dark spot well after sundown\, get comfortable in a place you can lay back to get a wide view of the sky\, and be patient. \n\n\n\nIf you are reading this and are lucky enough to be in Door County\, think about watching the shower at Newport State Park\, Wisconsin’s only designated International Dark Sky Park. After years of going through a strict application process\, Newport received this distinct honor from International Dark Sky Association (IDA) in 2017. \n\n\n\nIf you come to the park to independently view the Perseids\, here are a few things to keep in mind:  \n\n\n\nBe aware of your surroundings and terrain when going into dark areas. If using a light or headlamp\, try to use one with a red lens to protect night vision. This is not only for your benefit\, but for others that may be there too. It only takes a small amount of light to ruin night vision and it will take your eyes about 30 minutes to adjust to the dark. If you do not have a light with a red lens\, you can put red duct tape over your flashlight. A red balloon or red cellophane will also work. If nothing else\, keep your light pointed down so it does not shine in others’ eyes. You will want to bring a comfortable chair or a blanket and bug spray.Be mindful of others; maintain social distancing; keep noise and other distractions to a minimum. More information about dark sky viewing at Newport State Park is here.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/perseid-meteor-shower/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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SUMMARY:2020 NWS Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:***This event has been cancelled.*** \n\n\n\nDue to the many lingering concerns with the COVID 19 outbreak\, we regretfully must cancel our 2020 Annual Meeting scheduled for July 25th. This remains a time where our primary concerns rest with the safety of our Friends Group members\, park staff\, and our board of directors. \n\n\n\nWe will post a copy of our 2020 Annual Report on our website in late July for your review. While browsing the website\, you can also keep up to date with activities within Newport State Park. \n\n\n\nThere is one item of business usually attended to during our Annual Meeting that will need to be managed in an electronic fashion in 2020. Four individuals are being recommended by the NWS Board of Directors to serve 3-year terms on the board ending in 2023. \n\n\n\nThose individuals are: \n\n\n\nGene KennyJeanne RabelDeb FordMark Glasser\n\n\n\nYou may cast your vote via email\, nwsmembership@newportwildernesssociety.org. You may also nominate individuals to serve on the board while casting your vote.  \n\n\n\nThe members of the NWS Board hope that you and your families are safe and healthy and in good spirits. Thank you for your interest in and support of Newport State Park and its Friends Group\, the Newport Wilderness Society. 
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2020-nws-annual-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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