Events
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Halloween Nature Hike
Where can you find Witches Caps, Dead Man's Fingers, Earth Tongues and Witches Butter? In the woods, of course! Join park naturalist Beth Bartoli and fungi expert Charlotte Lukes on a search for nature's Halloween treats. Meet at Lot 2. All programs are free, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. […]
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2026 First Day Hike
Please join us for this annual Wisconsin State Park tradition. Where: We will set off from Parking Lot 3 at 1:00pm. (Please plan to arrive a little before then.) The Hike: The 1.2-mile Fern Trail loop (and the recently completed boardwalk) is the focus...with an option to include Lynd Point Trail. Post-hike: We will warm up by […]
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2026 Candlelight Ski-Snowshoe-Hike
Thirty-six years ago, Newport Wilderness Society started the candlelight ski tradition in Door County. Our event is always held on the second Saturday in February. Whether you prefer to ski, hike, or snowshoe, we invite you to this special event at Newport to enjoy a magical winter wonderland of candlelit forest trails, fresh air, and […]
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Petals and Prose Mother’s Day Hike
Celebrate Mom (whether she is with you or not) with a spring hike in the woods. We’ll walk the Poetry Trail, reading the newest installment of poems along the way. We’ll also be looking for any wildflowers that may be blooming. Upon returning to the Nature Center, all are welcome to enjoy some coffee, tea […]
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Wildflower Scavenger Hunt
It is time to get out in the woods to see what Spring treasures are being revealed. WI Master Naturalist volunteers will take to the 1-mile Poetry Trail for this "no pick" family-friendly hunt, checking off things that we find. Part of the trail has rocky terrain, so proper footwear is a must. Meet at […]
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Let’s Talk Trillium
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 office building, Lot 1. All programs are free, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related, so check […]
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Trees and Shrubs of Door County
Join arborist and horticulturist Tom Wolfe as he shares his vast knowledge about trees and shrubs...everything from the anatomy of a tree, to trees prevalent in our area, to invasive species There will be plenty of time for questions. Weather permitting, we will spend some time in the woods. Meet in the Nature Center, Lot […]
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Fern Trail Frolic
Venture out on Fern Trail with park naturalists as they check out this wetland area of Newport State Park. This easy 1.2 mi. hike will take you through cedar swamp, fern swale/wetlands, and mixed hardwood forest. Meet at Lot 3. All programs are free, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. […]
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Wings of the Night – Bat Presentation
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 life-cycle, 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 […]
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Great Wisconsin Bat Count
Help our state bats by participating in this Citizen Science program. Our 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 […]
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OutWiGo ‘Trails of Newport’ Hiking Challenge: Week 1
The Hike this Week Fern Trail1.2 milesMeet at Lot 3 at 9:00am As part of the Wisconsin DNR OutWiGo initiative to get outside and participate in healthy activities, Newport naturalists are leading a 13-week progressive hiking challenge covering every trail in the park. Hikes will take place on Tuesday at 9:00am. We begin on June […]
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Bluebird Nest Box Monitoring
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 […]