Fossil Finds – Geology Drop-in Program
Door County’s rich geologic history is written in the rocks, just waiting to be discovered. Park in Lot 3 and look for the table down at the beach area for this drop-in program. All programs are free, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related, so check […]
Yoga on the Beach
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. Bring a yoga mat, blanket, or beach towel. We will gather in the grassy area at Parking Lot 3 near the shelter. All programs are […]
Star Gazing at the Dark Sky Park
Due to poor viewing conditions expected for both nights (clouds, humidity haze, smoke), this event has been cancelled. **IMPORTANT: This event will be held on August 4 OR August 5, depending on weather/viewing conditions.** Join us at Wisconsin’s only designated dark sky park for a night of star gazing. There will be a telescope and […]
OutWiGo ‘Trails of Newport’ Hiking Challenge: Week 9
The Hike this Week Europe Bay Trail (to road and back)3.4 milesMeet at Lot 3 at 9:00am As part of the Wisconsin DNR OutWiGo initiative to get outside and participate in healthy activities, Newport SP Naturalist Beth Bartoli is leading a 13-week progressive hiking challenge covering every trail in the park. Hikes will take place […]
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 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 […]
Hike with the Naturalist
Head to the woods to see what treasures await. Trail and discussions will be based on conditions. Meet at Lot 1. All 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. Newport State Park, 475 […]
Smokey Bear’s Birthday Bash
Come and meet Smokey Bear and help park staff celebrate his 80th birthday! We will read the real story of Smokey Bear and how he became the ambassador of wildfire prevention. There will be games, prizes and cupcakes. Held in the Nature Center, Lot 1. All programs are free, but a state park admission sticker […]
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 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. No […]
OutWiGo ‘Trails of Newport’ Hiking Challenge: Week 10
The Hike this Week Newport/Ridge Trail (west)3.6 milesMeet at Lot 3 at 9:00am As part of the Wisconsin DNR OutWiGo initiative to get outside and participate in healthy activities, Newport SP Naturalist Beth Bartoli is leading a 13-week progressive hiking challenge covering every trail in the park. Hikes will take place on Tuesday at 9:00am. […]
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 and help release any monarchs that may be ready to go. Meet in the Nature Center (Lot 1). All programs are free, but a state park […]
Let’s Talk Trees!
Join 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. Donna is retired from The Morton Arboretum where she did insect and disease research, worked in the Plant Clinic, and taught […]
Invasive Species Forum with Matt Wallrath
Come learn about what invasives species means in Wisconsin with Matt Wallrath of the Wisconsin First Detectors Network. Matt is a Milwaukee-born and Wisconsin-educated ecologist. He is happy to continue his career as a conservationist at UW-Madison. Local topics and statewide projects will be discussed. Bring questions about your yard, forests, and favorite parks! Meets […]