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SUMMARY:Trees and Shrubs of Door County
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nMeet in the Nature Center\, Lot 1. \n\n\n\nTom Wolfe\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/2024-09-07-trees-and-shrubs-of-door-county/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240912T100000
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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/2024-09-12-lets-talk-trees/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240919T200000
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SUMMARY:Full Moon Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join park staff on this night hike\, enjoying the full Harvest Moon. 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/2024-09-19-full-moon-hike/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240921T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240921T210000
DTSTAMP:20240819T202625Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Equinox: Tales Around the Campfire
DESCRIPTION:As summer officially passes the torch to autumn\, gather around the autumnal fire to celebrate hard work\, to honor mother nature\, and to acknowledge the passage of time.  \n\n\n\nIf you feel comfortable\, bring something along that reminds you of the end of summer or the beginning of fall. Bring a lawn chair\, as seating is very limited.  \n\n\n\nMeet at the fire ring by the shelter building\, a short walk down the blacktop 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/2024-fall-equinox-tales-around-the-campfire/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240922T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240922T210000
DTSTAMP:20240909T174553Z
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SUMMARY:Birds and Astronomy
DESCRIPTION:Join the Academy of Sciences\, Arts and Letters for a special evening learning about migratory birds and stargazing at Newport State Park. Amanda Tokuyama\, GIS & Field Data Manager with the Urban Ecology Center will help unravel the mystery of bird migration. She will answer such questions as: Why do birds migrate? How do they find their way? What can people do to help migratory bird populations in Wisconsin? Why do songbirds migrate at night? And…do birds really use the stars to migrate? \n\n\n\nAfter Amanda Tokuyama’s talk on bird migration\, Dr. Robert Mathieu\, Albert E. Whitford Professor at UW-Madison\, will guide attendees through a tour of the night sky (weather permitting) and share stories about the constellations. As we observe the Milky Way and other features of the night sky\, we will listen for migrating songbirds and imagine what it is like to navigate long distances using the stars to fly your way south. \n\n\n\nPlease note:  \n\n\n\n\nThis is an outdoor\, nighttime program; dress for the conditions.\n\n\n\nThere is a short walk along a paved path to access the program venue.\n\n\n\nThere is no seating; bring a chair or blanket.\n\n\n\nBring a flashlight with a red lens cover. (In the dark sky park\, bright white light is highly discouraged.)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTalk: 7:00pm to 8:00pmStargazing: 8:00pm to 9:00pm \n\n\n\nLocation: Dark Sky Viewing Area (Lot 3) at Newport (follow the asphalt path to the shelter building) \n\n\n\nThis event is free\, but the Academy would like you to register. You can do that here. \n\n\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
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2024-09-birds-and-astronomy/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240927T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240927T110000
DTSTAMP:20240925T101733Z
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SUMMARY:Mushroom Hike with Charlotte Lukes
DESCRIPTION:This event has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience. \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 and she loves to share her knowledge through classes and programs throughout Door County.  \n\n\n\nThis hike is for those who want to learn about all aspects of fungi and 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
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2024-09-27-mushroom-hike-with-charlotte-lukes/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241004T140000
DTSTAMP:20240828T133350Z
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SUMMARY:Hike with the Naturalist
DESCRIPTION:Join this afternoon hike on the trails of this wilderness park to see what nature reveals.  \n\n\n\nMeet at Lot 4; Sugarbush Trail. \n\n\n\nFall color at Sugarbush Trail\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/2024-10-04-hike-with-the-naturalist/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241009T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241009T113000
DTSTAMP:20240828T134101Z
CREATED:20240828T134059Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Colors Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join the park naturalist and get out and enjoy the brilliant colors of fall while hiking the Monarch Trail\, an easy 1.75-mile loop. \n\n\n\nStarts at the Visitors 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/2024-10-09-fall-colors-hike/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241013T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241013T113000
DTSTAMP:20240828T134546Z
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SUMMARY:Trees and Shrubs of Door County
DESCRIPTION: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.  \n\n\n\nMeet in the Nature Center\, Lot 1. \n\n\n\nTom Wolfe\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/2024-10-13-trees-and-shrubs-of-door-county/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241017T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241017T203000
DTSTAMP:20240828T135357Z
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SUMMARY:Full Moon Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join park staff 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/2024-10-17-full-moon-hike/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241207T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241207T120000
DTSTAMP:20241130T142716Z
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SUMMARY:Q and A: NWS Proposed Improvements to Dark Sky Viewing Area
DESCRIPTION:Newport Wilderness Society (NWS)\, the friends group of Newport State Park\, is hosting a presentation/Q&A regarding NWS’s Dark Sky Viewing Area Improvement Plan for the park.  \n\n\n\nWhere: Newport Nature Center (inside the Visitors Center at the park entrance/Lot 1) \n\n\n\nWhen: Saturday\, December 7; 10:30am \n\n\n\nNWS has long-recognized the need for improvements to the dark sky viewing area\, located in the day-use area adjacent to Lot 3. NWS’s concerns with the current condition of the viewing area\, especially when hosting an educational or night sky viewing program\, include: \n\n\n\n\nno seating is available for program participants;\n\n\n\nthere is no footpath to the viewing area; \n\n\n\nadjacent sand dunes are often trampled by visitors seeking the shortest route to/from the venue;\n\n\n\nvisitors with mobility issues must traverse a lot of uneven ground to access the program venue;\n\n\n\nspillover light from vehicles in the parking lot interferes with night sky viewing;\n\n\n\nthere is no power supply (other than battery/generator) to power AV equipment for a program or the telescopes we transport in for viewing.\n\n\n\n\nOver the past year\, the NWS Long-range Planning Committee has been working\, in collaboration with the DNR\, to design improvements to the viewing area that would specifically address these concerns. The preliminary plan includes: \n\n\n\n\na ground-level\, two-tiered\, natural stone seating area that could accommodate up to 100 people;\n\n\n\nthe seating area will be nestled into a grassy berm that already exists; it is designed not to be visible from the parking lot;\n\n\n\npaths to the viewing area designed to protect adjacent sand dunes and provide safe access for all visitors;\n\n\n\ndark sky-compliant\, non-white-light pathway illumination (in use for programs only);\n\n\n\na stacked stone wall along the east edge of the parking lot to better screen spillover light from vehicles\, but not to impede the view of Lake Michigan;\n\n\n\nimprovements to the size and placement of telescope pads;\n\n\n\na small\, accessible viewing platform overlooking Newport Beach at the end of an already existing asphalt path (which currently tumbles unsafely onto the beach);\n\n\n\na small shed near the picnic shelter to store equipment and provide solar-powered charging for equipment\, including a recently-acquired Trak-Chair for visitors with mobility challenges.\n\n\n\n\nNewport received Dark Sky Park certification in 2017. It is Wisconsin’s only Dark Sky Park. Park staff\, Universe in the Park/UW-Madison\, and friends of NWS have provided night sky education programs and viewing opportunities for hundreds of participants since before 2014. On any given evening\, visitors come to Newport to enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the Milky Way\, to identify planets and constellations\, or in hope of witnessing some dancing Northern Lights. \n\n\n\nNWS understands that the public is passionate about protecting and preserving our ~2\,400-acre wilderness park. NWS is too\, and our BOD and dedicated volunteers have been doing that work for 40 years at Newport. NWS hopes the public will be reassured that theplan to improve the dark sky educational and viewing experience for park visitors is specifically designed to support that mission.  \n\n\n\nNWS looks forward to listening to you and answering your questions.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/q-and-a-nws-proposed-improvements-to-dark-sky-viewing-area/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250101T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250101T150000
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SUMMARY:2025 First Day Hike
DESCRIPTION:Photo by Deb Ford\n\n\n\nPlease join us for this annual Wisconsin State Park tradition. \n\n\n\nWhere: We will set off from Parking Lot 3 at 1:00pm. (Please plan to arrive a little before then.) \n\n\n\nThe Hike: The 1.2-mile Fern Trail loop (and the recently completed boardwalk) is the focus…with an option to include Lynd Point Trail. \n\n\n\nPost-hike: We will warm up by campfire at the Picnic Shelter (Lot 3); hot chocolate and treats will be available. (Don’t be bashful about bringing treats to share!) \n\n\n\nWeather is unpredictable; we may be walking through snow or ice. Wear appropriate winter footwear that may include yaktrax or microspikes; bring hiking poles if you typically use them. \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/2025-first-day-hike/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250208T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250208T200000
DTSTAMP:20241122T145548Z
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SUMMARY:Candlelight Ski-Snowshoe-Hike 2025
DESCRIPTION:Thirty-five 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 (with any luck) starry night skies. \n\n\n\nCandlelight skiing requires no special talent or technique\, and the terrain of the trail is flat and suited for the novice skier as well as the more experienced. Participants may want to bring a headlamp to assist in putting equipment on or finding their vehicle after skiing or hiking. \n\n\n\nChanges in 2025: We are lighting two separate trails! The traditional Fern Trail loop (and its new boardwalk) will be lit and designated for for hikers and snow-shoers. Skiers will have their own dedicated trail which will be groomed and lit. (Please\, no pets on ski trail.) \n\n\n\nAll participants will launch from Lot 3 (follow the main park road; it ends at Lot 3) anytime between 5:30pm and 7:30pm. Volunteers will be on hand to assist with directions. Regardless of which trail you use\, you will end up back at the park shelter area for a bonfire\, hot beverages\, and baked treats. \n\n\n\nBonfire after Newport Candlelight Ski; photo by Sherry Seubert\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe candlelight ski/hike/snowshoe event will be held with or without adequate skiing snow. Only extreme cold temperatures or unsafe trail conditions would cancel the event. Event cancellation will be posted to the NWS Facebook page. \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/candlelight-ski-snowshoe-hike-2025/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250424T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250426T150000
DTSTAMP:20250417T183148Z
CREATED:20250417T183145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T183148Z
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SUMMARY:NFL Trail-gating at Newport
DESCRIPTION:Door County’s State Parks are celebrating the National Football League (NFL) Draft\, which takes place in Green Bay April 24-26. \n\n\n\nThe parks have released a Trail-Gating Checklist with challenges to complete at Potawatomi\, Whitefish Dunes\, Peninsula and Newport State Parks. \n\n\n\nParticipants can turn in their completed checklists or photos of their trip for a special sticker from Newport’s park office between 10 am and 3 pm\, Thursday through Saturday\, April 24-26. \n\n\n\nThe event is free\, but vehicle stickers are required for entry at all state parks.  \n\n\n\nPrint the checklist…and go have some fun in our 4 county ‘mainland’ State parks! \n\n\n\nTRAILgatingDoorCounty_WI_DNR_4.25Download\n\n\n\nFor a copy of the Trail-Gating Checklist\, visit doorcounty.com/events/event?id=213705. The Destination Door County website also features a list of other local NFL Draft promotions at doorcounty.com/2025-draft-guide.
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/nfl-trail-gating-at-newport/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250510T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250510T113000
DTSTAMP:20250502T140445Z
CREATED:20250501T153756Z
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SUMMARY:Wildflowers and Wings Mother's Celebration Hike
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Mom with a walk in the woods. We’ll hike the 1-mile Poetry Trail\, looking for wildflowers and listening for birds. We’ll even read a few poems along the way.  \n\n\n\nWe will return to the Nature Center and check out the progress of the recent upgrades\, enjoying some coffee\, tea and baked goods. All are welcome.  \n\n\n\nMeet at the office building (Lot 1). \n\n\n\nTrillium in May at Newport; photo by Deb Ford\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/2025-wildflowers-and-wings-mothers-celebration-hike/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250517T070000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250517T083000
DTSTAMP:20250502T140349Z
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SUMMARY:Birding 101 with Bill and Sarah Krouse
DESCRIPTION: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.  \n\n\n\nWe will start at the Nature Center with some basics. Come prepared for the weather. Bring binoculars and field guides if you have them. We also have some you can use. All experience levels are welcome to attend.  \n\n\n\nMeet at the Nature Center (Lot 1). \n\n\n\nGolden-crowned Kinglet; photo by Deb Ford\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/2025-05-17-birding-101-with-bill-and-sarah-krouse/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250517T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250517T140000
DTSTAMP:20250501T155846Z
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UID:7316-1747486800-1747490400@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Children's Wildflower Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:It is time to get out in the woods and see what spring treasures are being revealed! \n\n\n\nWI Master Naturalist volunteers will take you along the 1-mile Poetry Trail for this “No Pick” hunt\, checking off the things we find.  \n\n\n\nSome of the terrain is rocky\, so it is more appropriate for ages 5 and older. Adults or chaperones must accompany children.  \n\n\n\nMeet at 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/2025-05-17-childrens-wildflower-scavenger-hunt/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250522T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250522T110000
DTSTAMP:20250501T160824Z
CREATED:20250501T160822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T160824Z
UID:7318-1747908000-1747911600@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Let's Talk Trillium!
DESCRIPTION: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.  \n\n\n\nMeet at The Nature Center\, Lot 1. \n\n\n\nTrillium in May at Newport; photo by Deb Ford\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/2025-05-22-lets-talk-trillium/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250525T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250525T113000
DTSTAMP:20250501T162645Z
CREATED:20250501T162642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T162645Z
UID:7321-1748169000-1748172600@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Trees and Shrubs of Door County
DESCRIPTION: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.  \n\n\n\nThere will be plenty of time for questions. Weather permitting\, we will spend some time in the woods. \n\n\n\nMeet in the Nature Center\, Lot 1. \n\n\n\nTom Wolfe\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/2025-05-25-trees-and-shrubs-of-door-county/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250606T201500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250606T214500
DTSTAMP:20250527T123202Z
CREATED:20250527T121832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T123202Z
UID:7346-1749240900-1749246300@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Great Wisconsin Bat Count
DESCRIPTION:Help our state bats by participating in this Citizen Science program.  \n\n\n\nOur 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 an important tool to help monitor the number of bats that have been affected by WNS. \n\n\n\nNo experience is necessary\, just a willingness to help. We will meet at the Nature Center\, Lot 1\, for brief instruction.  \n\n\n\nRAINDATE: Saturday\, JUNE 7th. \n\n\n\nLittle Brown Bat; © USFWS/Ann Froschauer\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/2025-06-06-great-wisconsin-bat-count/
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250607T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250607T110000
DTSTAMP:20250527T123106Z
CREATED:20250527T123104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T123106Z
UID:7348-1749290400-1749294000@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Wings of the Night - Bat Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Photo: Little Brown Bat\, J. N. Stuart via Flickr Creative Commons\n\n\n\nLearn 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. \n\n\n\nMeet 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/2025-06-07-wings-of-the-night-bat-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250611T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250611T140000
DTSTAMP:20260519T134558Z
CREATED:20250527T123852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T134558Z
UID:7350-1749646800-1749650400@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Bluebird Nest Box Monitoring
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nThere will be a short walk to check out some of the active boxes\, with discussion about how to monitor your own. \n\n\n\nMeet at the Nature Center\, Lot 1. \n\n\n\nBeth Bartoli; Nestbox Monitoring\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/2025-06-11-bluebird-nest-box-monitoring/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250612T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250612T110000
DTSTAMP:20250527T124547Z
CREATED:20250527T124545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T124547Z
UID:7352-1749722400-1749726000@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/2025-06-12-herb-hike/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250618T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250618T140000
DTSTAMP:20250527T130144Z
CREATED:20250527T130140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T130144Z
UID:7354-1750251600-1750255200@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Monarch Monitoring Project
DESCRIPTION: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.  \n\n\n\nMeet at the Nature Center\, Lot 1. \n\n\n\nPat and Jim Blair tallying Monarch egg and larvae numbers 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/2025-06-18-monarch-monitoring-project/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250620T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250620T113000
DTSTAMP:20250528T120239Z
CREATED:20250528T120234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T120239Z
UID:7357-1750413600-1750419000@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Plantings and Protection for Pollinators
DESCRIPTION: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.  \n\n\n\nLearn about Wisconsin’s native bees. \n\n\n\nMeet at the Nature Center\, Lot 1. \n\n\n\nCollecting data at the Monarch Waystation 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/2025-06-20-plantings-and-protection-for-pollinators/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250621T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250621T113000
DTSTAMP:20260130T155208Z
CREATED:20250528T122058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T155208Z
UID:7361-1750500000-1750505400@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Awareness Day: Hike and Help
DESCRIPTION: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.  \n\n\n\nBring a small garbage bag and some gloves to help out along the way. Terrain is moderate\, with tripping hazards like rocks and roots. \n\n\n\nMeet at Lot 3 by the gate.  No pets please. \n\n\n\nGarlic mustard\, an invasive species on Lynd Point Trail\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/2025-06-21-invasive-species-awareness-day-hike-and-help/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250621T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250621T140000
DTSTAMP:20250528T121051Z
CREATED:20250528T121049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T121051Z
UID:7359-1750510800-1750514400@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:The 'Tick Talk' Doctor: Best Practices for Enjoying the WI Outdoors
DESCRIPTION:Learn about those pesky arachnids\, ticks\, and how to avoid their bites and the illnesses they may carry.  \n\n\n\nAn 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 tick bite and limit your exposure to Lyme disease\, yet still enjoy the outdoors. \n\n\n\nPresented by WI Master Naturalist Paula Kocken\, MD (Pediatric Emergency Medicine). \n\n\n\nMeet in the Nature Center\, Lot 1. \n\n\n\nDeer Tick\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/2025-06-21-the-tick-talk-doctor/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250627T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250627T143000
DTSTAMP:20250528T134012Z
CREATED:20250528T134007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T134012Z
UID:7365-1751029200-1751034600@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Nature Journaling on Fern Trail
DESCRIPTION:Head out with the park naturalist and try your hand at nature journaling. This is an activity designed for everyone\, no matter your skill level. No writing or drawing skills are necessary. Some materials provided\, or you can bring your own journal. \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; 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! \n\n\n\nMeets at 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/2025-06-27-nature-journaling/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250627T210000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250627T230000
DTSTAMP:20250528T125400Z
CREATED:20250528T125356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T125400Z
UID:7363-1751058000-1751065200@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Star Gazing at the Dark Sky Park
DESCRIPTION:**IMPORTANT: This event will be held on June 27 OR June 28\, 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 telescopes 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
URL:https://friendsofnewport.org/event/2025-06-27-star-gazing-at-the-dark-sky-park/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250703T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250703T113000
DTSTAMP:20250623T170837Z
CREATED:20250623T170834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T170837Z
UID:7369-1751536800-1751542200@friendsofnewport.org
SUMMARY:Geology Bingo Drop-in Program
DESCRIPTION:Fossils found by Master Naturalist Mary O’Grady near Newport\n\n\n\nDoor County’s rich geologic history is written in the rocks\, just waiting to be discovered.  \n\n\n\nJoin us this self-paced geology/fossil Bingo game. Search for fossils in the rocks along the beach area\, then bring your check list back to the table in the picnic area. There will be prizes! \n\n\n\nPark in Lot 3 and look for us in the picnic area. \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/2025-07-03-geology-bingo-drop-in-program/
CATEGORIES:Interpretive Program
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