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SUMMARY:OutWiGo 'Trails of Newport' Hiking Challenge: Week 10
DESCRIPTION:The Hike this Week \n\n\n\nNewport/Ridge Trail (west)3.6 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 being active in the outdoors.  \n\n\n\nHikes will take place on Wednesday at 9:00am. We start on May 24th with one of the shortest trails and end with the longest trail loop (7-ish miles) on Aug 16th. Please join us when you can. On the final hike (Aug 16th)\, miles will be tallied and participants will enjoy a pot-luck picnic together.  \n\n\n\nThese are not 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!)  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a WI State Park admission sticker is required on all vehicles.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-outwigo-trails-of-newport-hiking-challenge-week-10/
CATEGORIES:OutWiGo Challenge Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230726T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230726T113000
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SUMMARY:Wonderful Forests of Newport
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Bill Scheckler\n\n\n\nHike along Europe Bay Trail and learn about the trees that make Newport State Park what it is. Join Dr. Bill Scheckler\, past president of Newport Wilderness Society\, as he shares his knowledge of 30 plus years hiking Newport’s 26 miles of trails.  \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/2023-07-26-trees-of-newport-guided-hike/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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SUMMARY:Fern Trail Work Day
DESCRIPTION:June 2023: Delivery of Phase 2 materials\n\n\n\n\n\nWinter 2022: Phase 1 construction\n\n\n\n\n\nMaterials have been delivered for construction of the remaining 1\,200′ of elevated boardwalk along the Fern Trail. (We completed the first 600′ between September and early December of 2022.) \n\n\n\nWe expect the typical work day to be: gather in Lot 3 at 8:45am to be on the trail by about 9:00am; lunch at 1:00pm; a short work period after lunch to wrap up the day by 2:30 to 3:00pm. We work rain or shine. \n\n\n\nThe best way to receive complete details about this and future Fern Trail work days is to join our volunteer email group. You can do that here: https://groups.io/g/NewportFriendsAndVolunteers.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-07-28-fern-trail-work-day/
CATEGORIES:NWS Volunteer Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230728T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230728T113000
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SUMMARY:Let's Go See: Poison Ivy Exposed!
DESCRIPTION:Newport Beach: gear left perilously close to a patch of poison ivy\n\n\n\nMeet with park naturalist Beth Bartoli to learn to identify and avoid poison ivy. \n\n\n\nMeet by the gate 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/2023-07-28-lets-go-see-poison-ivy/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230729T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230729T103000
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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 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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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230729T220000
DTSTAMP:20230619T000306Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230619T000306Z
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SUMMARY:Full Moon Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join the Park Manager on this night hike. We’ll let our eyes adjust to the moonlight and hike the 1.75-mile Monarch Trail\, watching and listening for the sights and sounds of the night.  \n\n\n\nIf needed\, bring a flashlight or head lamp with a red lens.  \n\n\n\nMeet at Lot 1. In case of rain\, program will be cancelled. \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/2023-07-29-full-moon-hike/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230802T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230802T110000
DTSTAMP:20230423T173728Z
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SUMMARY:OutWiGo 'Trails of Newport' Hiking Challenge: Week 11
DESCRIPTION:The Hike this Week \n\n\n\nRowleys Bay Trail4.0 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 being active in the outdoors.  \n\n\n\nHikes will take place on Wednesday at 9:00am. We start on May 24th with one of the shortest trails and end with the longest trail loop (7-ish miles) on Aug 16th. Please join us when you can. On the final hike (Aug 16th)\, miles will be tallied and participants will enjoy a pot-luck picnic together.  \n\n\n\nThese are not 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!)  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a WI State Park admission sticker is required on all vehicles.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-outwigo-trails-of-newport-hiking-challenge-week-11/
CATEGORIES:OutWiGo Challenge Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230803T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230803T140000
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SUMMARY:Monarch Madness
DESCRIPTION: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 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\n\n\nFinding Monarch eggs on milkweed\n\n\n\n\n\nMonarch eggs on milkweed\n\n\n\n\n\nReleasing a Monarch\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 \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/2023-08-03-monarch-madness/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230809T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230809T110000
DTSTAMP:20230423T174101Z
CREATED:20230423T174059Z
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SUMMARY:OutWiGo 'Trails of Newport' Hiking Challenge: Week 12
DESCRIPTION:The Hike this Week \n\n\n\nNewport Trail5.0 milesMeet at Lot 2 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 being active in the outdoors.  \n\n\n\nHikes will take place on Wednesday at 9:00am. We start on May 24th with one of the shortest trails and end with the longest trail loop (7-ish miles) on Aug 16th. Please join us when you can. On the final hike (Aug 16th)\, miles will be tallied and participants will enjoy a pot-luck picnic together.  \n\n\n\nThese are not 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!)  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a WI State Park admission sticker is required on all vehicles.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-outwigo-trails-of-newport-hiking-challenge-week-12/
CATEGORIES:OutWiGo Challenge Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230810T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230810T113000
DTSTAMP:20230726T194139Z
CREATED:20230726T194137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T194139Z
UID:5577-1691661600-1691667000@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Herb Hike
DESCRIPTION: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 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/2023-08-10-herb-hike/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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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:20230812T203000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230812T230000
DTSTAMP:20230726T202245Z
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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/2023-universe-in-the-park-perseid-meteor-shower/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230815T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230815T113000
DTSTAMP:20230726T203448Z
CREATED:20230726T203446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T203448Z
UID:5586-1692093600-1692099000@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Nature Journaling
DESCRIPTION:Join Park staff and try your hand at Nature journaling. This is an activity designed for everyone\, no matter your skill level. Materials provided\, or bring your own.  \n\n\n\nWhat nature journaling is: \n\n\n\n\n A way to connect (or reconnect) with nature\n\n\n\nA reason to slow down\, observe and reflect\n\n\n\nA creative outlet with a focus\n\n\n\nAn excuse to be outdoors\n\n\n\nHelps rediscover your sense of wonder\n\n\n\n\nWhat nature journaling is not: \n\n\n\n\nOnly for artists and writers\n\n\n\nA competition with others\n\n\n\nA huge time commitment; can be done anytime with minimal supplies\n\n\n\n\nCome with an open mind\, an adventurous heart and a willingness to connect with nature! \n\n\n\nMeets at the picnic area\, Lot 3. \n\n\n\nSample nature journal entry; courtesy Alison Kent\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/2023-08-15-nature-journaling/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230816T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230816T113000
DTSTAMP:20230726T204157Z
CREATED:20230423T174610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T204157Z
UID:4959-1692176400-1692185400@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:OutWiGo 'Trails of Newport' Hiking Challenge: Week 13
DESCRIPTION:The Hike this Week \n\n\n\nEurope Bay Trail7.0 milesMeet at Lot 3 at 9:00am \n\n\n\nPotluck picnic to follow!!\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 being active in the outdoors.  \n\n\n\nHikes will take place on Wednesday at 9:00am. We start on May 24th with one of the shortest trails and end with the longest trail loop (7-ish miles) on Aug 16th. Please join us when you can.  \n\n\n\nThis is the final hike of the challenge!! We will be tallying our miles and enjoying a pot luck picnic together after the hike. The park will provide the main course and beverages. Bring a dish or desert to pass. \n\n\n\nThese are not 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!)  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but a WI State Park admission sticker is required on all vehicles.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2023-outwigo-trails-of-newport-hiking-challenge-week-13/
CATEGORIES:OutWiGo Challenge Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230816T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230816T113000
DTSTAMP:20230726T205103Z
CREATED:20230726T205101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T205103Z
UID:5591-1692180000-1692185400@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Wonderful Forests of Newport
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Bill Scheckler\n\n\n\nHike along Europe Bay Trail and learn about what makes Newport State Park special. Join Dr. Bill Scheckler\, past president of Newport Wilderness Society\, as he shares his knowledge of 30 plus years hiking Newport’s 26 miles of trails.  \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/2023-08-16-wonderful-forests-of-newport/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230817T210000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230817T230000
DTSTAMP:20230726T211545Z
CREATED:20230726T211544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T211545Z
UID:5595-1692306000-1692313200@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Stargazing at the Dark Sky Park
DESCRIPTION:**IMPORTANT: This event will be held on August 17 OR August 18 OR August 19\, depending on weather/viewing conditions.** \n\n\n\nJoin us at Wisconsin’s only designated dark sky park for a night of star gazing. There will be a telescope and other equipment set up with some of Door County’s best amateur astronomers on hand to point out some highlights of the night sky.  \n\n\n\nYou are welcome to bring your own telescope and/or binoculars. Flashlights/headlamps with red lens covers are recommended. Although volunteers will be on hand to assist you\, it is always a good idea to come during day time hours to familiarize yourself with the area first. There is no seating available\, so bring your own chairs and/or blankets. \n\n\n\nPark at Lot 3 and follow the marked path. \n\n\n\nAs conditions are unpredictable\, the date for this program will be decided as weather conditions are assessed. Check with the park office or the NWS Facebook page for updates. This program will be cancelled if viewing conditions are poor. \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/2023-08-17-stargazing-dark-sky-park/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230818T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230818T140000
DTSTAMP:20230726T210601Z
CREATED:20230726T210558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T210601Z
UID:5593-1692363600-1692367200@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Open Door Bird Sanctuary Meet & Greet
DESCRIPTION:Barred Owl; © Len Villano\n\n\n\nYou won’t want to miss this opportunity to learn about Door County’s only bird sanctuary.  \n\n\n\nODBS staff will be on hand with some of their resident birds for you to see up close and personal. Find out about the important work they are doing at the sanctuary.  \n\n\n\nMeets in the Nature Center. Park in 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/2023-08-18-open-door-bird-sanctuary/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230823T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230823T110000
DTSTAMP:20230727T184002Z
CREATED:20230727T184001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T184002Z
UID:5597-1692784800-1692788400@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Let's Go See: Plants on the Edge
DESCRIPTION:Cedars\, moss\, and lichens along the ancient shoreline\n\n\n\nJoin the park naturalist and explore the old shorelines in Newport. We’ll be on the lookout for ferns\, moss\, lichens and trees that call the rock formations home.  \n\n\n\nMeet at Lot 2. \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/2023-08-23-lets-go-see-plants-on-the-edge/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230825T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230825T113000
DTSTAMP:20230727T184419Z
CREATED:20230727T184417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T184419Z
UID:5607-1692957600-1692963000@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Mushroom Hike with Charlotte Lukes
DESCRIPTION:Shaggy 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\nMeet at 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/2023-08-25-mushroom-hike-charlotte-lukes/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230830T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230830T213000
DTSTAMP:20230727T185351Z
CREATED:20230727T185220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T185351Z
UID:5609-1693425600-1693431000@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Stories of the Full Moon around the Campfire
DESCRIPTION:Join park staff around the campfire on this night of the Full Sturgeon Moon. Listen to stories and tales\, or share your own. Bring your own chair.  \n\n\n\nPark in Lot 3; follow blacktop path to the fire ring adjacent to the 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/2023-08-30-full-moon-around-the-campfire/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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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: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: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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BEGIN:VEVENT
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: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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BEGIN:VEVENT
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: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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BEGIN:VEVENT
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:20230906T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230906T113000
DTSTAMP:20230816T224857Z
CREATED:20230816T224852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T224857Z
UID:5709-1693994400-1693999800@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Wonderful Forests of Newport
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Bill Scheckler\n\n\n\nHike along Europe Bay Trail and learn about what makes Newport State Park special. Join Dr. Bill Scheckler\, past president of Newport Wilderness Society\, as he shares his knowledge of 30 plus years hiking Newport’s 26 miles of trails.  \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/2023-09-06-wonderful-forests-of-newport/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230914T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230914T113000
DTSTAMP:20230816T225456Z
CREATED:20230816T225455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T225456Z
UID:5712-1694685600-1694691000@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Herb Hike
DESCRIPTION: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 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 \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/2023-09-14-herb-hike/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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