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Geology Bingo Drop-in Program
Geology Bingo Drop-in Program
Door County’s rich geologic history is written in the rocks, just waiting to be discovered. Join 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! Park in Lot 3 and look […]
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Trees and Shrubs of Door County
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 Discovery Pen Drop-in Program
Fern Trail Discovery Pen Drop-in Program
Head out on the beautiful boardwalks of Fern Trail with a Discovery Pen, an audio tool that is synced with the interpretive signs along the trail. Learn about geology, history, ferns, trees and plants while enjoying the sights on the trail. This is an easy 1.2 mi., self-paced hike. Starts at the trailhead of Fern […]
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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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Monarchs and Other Pollinators
Monarchs and Other Pollinators
Check out the pollinator gardens at Newport and see how volunteers are helping to collect data about monarch butterflies. Life cycles can be observed, and how you can help our Wisconsin pollinators will be discussed. Meet at the Nature Center, Lot 1. All programs are free, but a state park admission sticker is required on […]
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Great Wisconsin Bat Count
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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Wings of the Night – Bat Presentation
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 lifecycle, 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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Nature Apps 101
Nature Apps 101
Confused by all the nature apps out there? Whether it be about birds, trees, plants or insects, come learn about some of our tried and tested favorites. Join WI Master Naturalists in the Nature Center (Lot 1) then we will spend some time in the field trying our new skills. All programs are free, but […]
Universe in the Park
Universe in the Park
Join guest astronomers from UW-Madison for a presentation on astronomy. We start with a PowerPoint presentation at the shelter building then we look to the heavens through a high powered telescope to experience stars, planets and galaxies. You won’t want to miss this chance to enjoy the night skies at Wisconsin’s first International Dark Sky […]
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Nature Hike on Sugarbush Trail
Nature Hike on Sugarbush Trail
Head out with the Park Naturalist to explore the Sugarbush Trail. We will check out the old shorelines and a massive stone fence along the way. Meet at Parking Lot 4. All programs are free, but a state park admission sticker is required on all vehicles. Some programs are weather related, so check with the […]