Newport Wilderness Society
The Friends Group of Newport State Park
Newport Wilderness Society
The Friends Group of Newport State Park

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  • candlelight ski

    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, […]

  • 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. […]

  • hepatica

    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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Tom Wolfe

    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 […]

  • Fern Trail

    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, […]

  • little brown bat

    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 […]

  • Little Brown Bat; © USFWS/Ann Froschauer

    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 […]

  • Bluebird bird

    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 […]

  • Plant a Perennial Pollinator Patio Pot

    If you are short on space but would like to plant to benefit pollinators, here is your chance to plant a pot for your deck, patio, or porch. Led by […]

    $45