Events

Calling all birding enthusiasts! Join us as we take to the trails in search of migratory birds. Sarah and Bill, amateur ornithologists, will share their enthusiasm and wealth of knowledge in this easy paced hike. We will start at the Nature Center with some basics. Come prepared for the weather. Bring binoculars and field guides […]

It is time to get out in the woods and see what spring treasures are being revealed! WI Master Naturalist volunteers will take you along the 1-mile Poetry Trail for this “No Pick” hunt, checking off the things we find. Some of the terrain is rocky, so it is more appropriate for ages 5 and […]

Carpets of trillium greet us at Newport each spring. We’ll take to the woods and talk about this native wildflower, its history, habitat, and life cycle. Meet at The Nature Center, Lot 1. All programs are free, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related, so check […]

Join arborist and horticulturist Tom Wolfe as he shares his vast knowledge about trees and shrubs...everything from the anatomy of a tree, invasive species, to trees prevalent in our area. There will be plenty of time for questions. Weather permitting, we will spend some time in the woods. Meet in the Nature Center, Lot 1. […]

Learn all about bats, a most unique and misunderstood mammal. Bat ambassadors will talk about the bats we can expect to find in Wisconsin, their lifecycle, and threats challenging the bat population. Meet in the Nature Center. Lot 1. All programs are free, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some […]

Join the park naturalist to observe and learn about monitoring bluebird nesting boxes. The Eastern Bluebird is a longtime symbol of happiness, good health and hope in North America. After years of declining numbers, hear about their amazing success story. There will be a short walk to check out some of the active boxes, with discussion […]

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 […]

Spend some time with the park naturalist as she explains all aspects of monitoring a monarch waystation for the Monarch Larva Monitoring Project. This citizen science program can easily be done right in your own yard. Meet at the Nature Center, Lot 1. All programs are free, but a state park admission sticker is required […]

This is the time to celebrate pollinators and spread the word about what we can do to protect them. Learn about the pollinator gardens at Newport, along with ideas for habitat at your own house. Learn about Wisconsin's native bees. Meet at the Nature Center, Lot 1. All programs are free, but a state park […]

Join Park volunteer master naturalists on this informative hike along the Lake Michigan shoreline on Lynd Point Trail, a 2.5 mi. loop. They will be on the lookout for invasive species that can impact the forests, shorelines and wetlands at Newport and throughout Door County. Bring a small garbage bag and some gloves to help […]

Learn about those pesky arachnids, ticks, and how to avoid their bites and the illnesses they may carry. An informative and fun presentation on the much-maligned tick from a physician who has diagnosed and treated patients who have had many of the infections ticks can carry. Find out what you can do to prevent a […]