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OutWiGo ‘Trails of Newport’ Hiking Challenge: Week 11
OutWiGo ‘Trails of Newport’ Hiking Challenge: Week 11
The Hike this Week Rowleys Bay Trail4.0 milesMeet at Lot 1 at 9:00am As part of the Wisconsin DNR OutWiGo initiative, Newport SP Naturalist Beth Bartoli is leading a 13-week progressive hiking challenge covering every trail in the park. OutWiGo encourages everyone to improve their overall health and wellness by getting out and being active in […]
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Monarch Madness
Monarch Madness
Join Beth Bartoli, Newport's park naturalist, on a visit to the monarch nursery, seeing them at their various stages of growth. You will learn about their amazing life cycle and help release any monarchs that may be ready to go. Meet in the Nature Center (Lot 1). All programs are free, but a state park […]
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OutWiGo ‘Trails of Newport’ Hiking Challenge: Week 12
OutWiGo ‘Trails of Newport’ Hiking Challenge: Week 12
The Hike this Week Newport Trail5.0 milesMeet at Lot 2 at 9:00am As part of the Wisconsin DNR OutWiGo initiative, Newport SP Naturalist Beth Bartoli is leading a 13-week progressive hiking challenge covering every trail in the park. OutWiGo encourages everyone to improve their overall health and wellness by getting out and being active in the […]
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Herb Hike
Herb Hike
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 […]
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Smokey Bear’s Birthday Bash
Smokey Bear’s Birthday Bash
Come and meet Smokey Bear and help park staff celebrate his 79th birthday! We will read the real story of Smokey Bear and how he became the ambassador of wildfire prevention. There will be games, prizes and cupcakes. Retired fire fighter/Fire Inspector Ken Foszcz will be on hand for the following family-friendly programs: He brings […]
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Universe in the Park & Perseid Meteor Shower
Universe in the Park & Perseid Meteor Shower
Join guest astronomers from UW-Madison as they present Badger Talks, a PowerPoint presentation about astronomy, and a chance to view the night skies through a high-powered telescope. Newport State Park in Ellison Bay is the best place to view the spectacular Perseid meteor shower as it is Wisconsin’s only designated International Dark Sky Park. No […]
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Nature Journaling
Nature Journaling
Join Park staff and try your hand at Nature journaling. This is an activity designed for everyone, no matter your skill level. Materials provided, or bring your own. What nature journaling is: What nature journaling is not: Come with an open mind, an adventurous heart and a willingness to connect with nature! Meets at the […]
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OutWiGo ‘Trails of Newport’ Hiking Challenge: Week 13
OutWiGo ‘Trails of Newport’ Hiking Challenge: Week 13
The Hike this Week Europe Bay Trail7.0 milesMeet at Lot 3 at 9:00am Potluck picnic to follow!! As part of the Wisconsin DNR OutWiGo initiative, Newport SP Naturalist Beth Bartoli is leading a 13-week progressive hiking challenge covering every trail in the park. OutWiGo encourages everyone to improve their overall health and wellness by getting out […]
Wonderful Forests of Newport
Wonderful Forests of Newport
Hike along Europe Bay Trail and learn about what makes Newport State Park special. Join Dr. Bill Scheckler, past president of Newport Wilderness Society, as he shares his knowledge of 30 plus years hiking Newport’s 26 miles of trails. Meet at Lot 3. All programs are free, but a state park admission sticker is required […]
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Stargazing at the Dark Sky Park
Stargazing at the Dark Sky Park
**IMPORTANT: This event will be held on August 17 OR August 18 OR August 19, depending on weather/viewing conditions.** Join us at Wisconsin’s only designated dark sky park for a night of star gazing. There will be a telescope and other equipment set up with some of Door County’s best amateur astronomers on hand to […]
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Open Door Bird Sanctuary Meet & Greet
Open Door Bird Sanctuary Meet & Greet
You won’t want to miss this opportunity to learn about Door County’s only bird sanctuary. ODBS staff will be on hand with some of their resident birds for you to see up close and personal. Find out about the important work they are doing at the sanctuary. Meets in the Nature Center. Park in Lot 1. […]
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Let’s Go See: Plants on the Edge
Let’s Go See: Plants on the Edge
Join the park naturalist and explore the old shorelines in Newport. We’ll be on the lookout for ferns, moss, lichens and trees that call the rock formations home. Meet at Lot 2. All programs are free, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related, so check with […]
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Mushroom Hike with Charlotte Lukes
Mushroom Hike with Charlotte Lukes
Door 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. Meet at Lot 1. All programs are free, but a state park admission sticker is required on all […]
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Stories of the Full Moon around the Campfire
Stories of the Full Moon around the Campfire
Join park staff around the campfire on this night of the Full Sturgeon Moon. Listen to stories and tales, or share your own. Bring your own chair. Park in Lot 3; follow blacktop path to the fire ring adjacent to the shelter building. All programs are free, but a state park admission sticker is required […]
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Coffee on the Beach
Coffee on the Beach
This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event What a great way to start your day with a hot cup of locally roasted, thoughtfully-sourced coffee on the beach at beautiful Newport State Park. Meet at the picnic area, Lot 3. Coffee and baked treats donated by Carol Ash, NWS board member and owner of Kick Ash Coffee, […]
Mushroom Foray with Charlotte Lukes
Mushroom Foray with Charlotte Lukes
This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event Door County’s mushroom expert will lead us through the fascinating world of fungi. Charlotte has been studying wild mushrooms for over 40 years. This hike is for those who want to learn about all aspects of fungi. It is not intended to be an edible foraging hike. No […]
Forest Past and Present: Upland Trail Tour
Forest Past and Present: Upland Trail Tour
This is a NWS Wilderness Days Event Master Naturalist volunteers Mary O’Grady and Lynn Reuter will lead you along the Upland loop. You’ll hike through an open meadow, beech/maple hardwood forest, and areas of thick cedar. The stations along the trail will help with identification. This moderate, two-mile hike has varied terrain. Meet at the office […]
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