Full Moon Hike
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. Meet at Lot 1. In case of rain, program will be cancelled. […]
Fern Trail Work Day
Materials for the first 600 feet of the Fern Trail's new elevated boardwalk have been delivered, and we are getting started on construction! There is something for everyone, regardless of experience. Please contact Gene Kenny or Mark Glasser if you would like to participate. They can provide details about where to meet and what to […]
Campfire with the Full Moon Rising
Come sit around the campfire with the park naturalist and watch the Hunter’s Moon rise over Lake Michigan. Feel free to share a favorite poem, song or reading about fall, October, the moon, Native American stories or anything else of interest. Makings for S’Mores will be provided. Bring a chair, as seating is very limited. […]
Fall Colors Hike
Join Park Naturalist Beth Bartoli and get out and enjoy the brilliant colors of fall while hiking the Monarch Trail, and easy 1.75-mile loop. Meet at the Visitor 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 with the […]
Fern Trail Work Day
Work continues on the construction of the first 600 feet of the Fern Trail's new elevated boardwalk. There is something for everyone to work on, regardless of experience. Please contact Gene Kenny or Mark Glasser if you would like to participate. They can provide details about where to meet and what to bring. Lunch will […]
Trees and Shrubs of Door County
Join arborist and horticulturist Tom Wolfe as he shares his vast knowledge about trees and shrubs. There will plenty of time for questions. Weather permitting, we will spend some time in the woods. Meet in the Nature Center, Lot 1. All programs are free, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. […]
Walk on the Wild Side
Join Park Naturalist Beth Bartoli and take to the woods in search of fall wildflowers, mushrooms, wild edibles, or anything else we might find. We'll hike the 1.25-mile Sugarbush Trail. Meet at Lot 4. All programs are free, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related, so […]
Fern Trail Work Day
Work continues on the construction of the first 600 feet of the Fern Trail's new elevated boardwalk. There is something for everyone to work on, regardless of experience. Please contact Gene Kenny or Mark Glasser if you would like to participate. They can provide details about where to meet and what to bring. Lunch will […]
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 3 for a 1 mile hike. All programs are free, but a state park admission sticker […]
Fern Trail Work Day
Work continues on the construction of the first 600 feet of the Fern Trail's new elevated boardwalk. There is something for everyone to work on, regardless of experience. Please contact Gene Kenny or Mark Glasser if you would like to participate. They can provide details about where to meet and what to bring. Lunch will […]
Candlelight Ski-Snowshoe-Hike 2023
Thirty-three years ago, Newport State Park began the candlelight ski tradition in Door County. The tradition will carry on again this year as a portion of trail will come alive by candlelight, guiding skiers, hikers and snowshoers into a glowing, magical winter wonderland. Newport Wilderness Society volunteers will place over 300 candles, guiding participants down […]
Every Day is Earth Day 2023
Newport Wilderness Society will be at the Every Day is Earth Day festival at Kress Pavilion in Egg Harbor on Saturday, April 22. Please stop by our booth to meet some of our volunteers and learn more about the work we do in support of Newport State Park. There are so many great events happening […]