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SUMMARY:Let's Talk Trees!
DESCRIPTION: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.  \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
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2026-09-18-lets-talk-trees/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260919T110000
DTSTAMP:20260828T105648Z
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SUMMARY:The Secret Life of Ferns
DESCRIPTION: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\, and identification.  \n\n\n\nThis program is geared to adult participants. Meets at the Nature Center (Lot 1)\, with time at the end to look at some of the ferns at Newport. \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/2026-09-19-the-secret-life-of-ferns/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260922T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260922T110000
DTSTAMP:20260828T110116Z
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SUMMARY:Autumn Equinox Gratitude Walk
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Autumn Equinox with a peaceful walk on the beautiful 1.2-mile Fern Trail. Spend time connecting with nature during its time of transition while reflecting on inner balance and things to be grateful for.  \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/2026-09-22-autumn-equinox-gratitude-walk/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260924T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260924T110000
DTSTAMP:20260828T110510Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Journaling
DESCRIPTION:Head out with the park naturalists and try your hand at Nature journaling. This is an activity designed for everyone\, no matter your skill level. \n\n\n\nWhat nature journaling is: \n\n\n\n\nA 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; it 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! Materials provided\, or bring your own. \n\n\n\nMeet 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
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2026-09-24-nature-journaling/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260926T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260926T120000
DTSTAMP:20260828T112028Z
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SUMMARY:Birds in Flight
DESCRIPTION:This is a drop-in interpretive program. \n\n\n\nGet ready to fold and fly! Explore the four different major wing shapes of birds and how they affect their flight by crafting and launching paper airplanes. See flight adaptations in action with a visit to the bird feeders and bird garden outside Newport’s Nature Center and learn about some of the birds migrating in the area.  \n\n\n\nLook for a table outside of the park office\, 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/2026-09-26-birds-in-flight/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260926T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260926T210000
DTSTAMP:20260828T112519Z
CREATED:20260828T112517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T112519Z
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SUMMARY:Full Moon Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join the park naturalist 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/2026-09-26-full-moon-hike/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260929T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260929T140000
DTSTAMP:20260828T113437Z
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SUMMARY:Leaf Sun Prints
DESCRIPTION:Capture the different shapes and sizes of Newport’s leaves through the magic of cyanotype printing! Experiment creating sun prints using leaves collected from around the park while learning how and why trees change colors in the fall.  \n\n\n\nMeet outside the park office\, 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/09-29-2026-leaf-sun-prints/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261008T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261008T110000
DTSTAMP:20260920T143656Z
CREATED:20260920T143653Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Journaling: Sketching Skeletons
DESCRIPTION:Join Park staff and try your hand at Nature journaling…this time with bones! This is an activity designed for everyone\, no matter your skill level. Learn about animal skeletons and bones while sketching some specimens.  \n\n\n\nMaterials provided. Come with an open mind\, an adventurous heart and a willingness to connect with nature!  \n\n\n\nMeets outside of the park office\, 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/2026-10-08-nature-journaling-sketching-skeletons/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261015T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261015T150000
DTSTAMP:20260920T144211Z
CREATED:20260920T144208Z
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SUMMARY:Story in the Rocks: Let's Talk Fossils
DESCRIPTION:This is a drop-in interpretive program. \n\n\n\nWe will be exploring fossil evidence in the rocks found at Newport. Newport is a great place to find Silurian-era fossils\, such as honeycomb coral\, brachiopods\, and crinoids\, which are remnants of a shallow tropical sea that once covered the area over 400 million years ago. (Wisconsin was located then at 20 degrees South latitude\, below the equator.)  \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
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2026-10-15-story-in-the-rocks-lets-talk-fossils/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261017T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261017T110000
DTSTAMP:20260920T144944Z
CREATED:20260920T144752Z
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UID:8043-1792231200-1792234800@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Leaf Peeping Hike: Monarch Trail
DESCRIPTION:Join park naturalists and get out and enjoy the brilliant colors of fall while hiking the Monarch Trail\, an easy 1.75-mile loop.  \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
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2026-10-17-leaf-peeping-hike-monarch-trail/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261019T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261019T110000
DTSTAMP:20260920T145339Z
CREATED:20260920T145337Z
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UID:8046-1792404000-1792407600@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Getting Ready for Winter Walk
DESCRIPTION:Autumn is a busy time for Newport’s critters as they prepare to cozy in for the approaching cold and dark winter months. Join park naturalists on a hike of the 1.2-mile Fern Trail to learn about some of the special winter adaptations wildlife possess while keeping an eye out for signs of animals preparing for winter.  \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/2026-10-19-getting-ready-for-winter-walk/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261025T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261025T210000
DTSTAMP:20260920T145734Z
CREATED:20260920T145732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260920T145734Z
UID:8049-1792956600-1792962000@friendsofnewport.org
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. If needed\, bring a flashlight or head lamp with a red lens.  \n\n\n\nMeet at the office building\, 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/2026-10-25-full-moon-hike/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261029T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261029T110000
DTSTAMP:20260920T150237Z
CREATED:20260920T150235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260920T150237Z
UID:8051-1793268000-1793271600@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Halloween Nature Hike
DESCRIPTION:Dead Man’s Fingers (Xylaria polymorpha); © mycowalt (Wikimedia)\n\n\n\nWhere can you find Witches Caps\, Dead Man’s Fingers\, Earth Tongues and Witches Butter? In the woods\, of course! \n\n\n\nJoin the park naturalist and fungi expert Charlotte Lukes on a search for nature’s Halloween treats. \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
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2026-10-29-halloween-nature-hike/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261030T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261030T110000
DTSTAMP:20260922T132442Z
CREATED:20260920T150530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T132442Z
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SUMMARY:Wings of the Night: Celebrating Bat Week
DESCRIPTION:Join WI Bat Ambassadors and Newport State Park to help us celebrate bats for Bat Week! Participate in hands-on activities and learn how bats help us in our own backyards. Bat Week is an annual\, international celebration of the role of bats in nature\, and is designed to raise awareness about the need for bat conservation.  \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
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2026-10-30-wings-of-the-night-celebrating-bat-week/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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