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Sat., Aug. 3rd - Yoga by the Beach- 8:30-9:30 am Join instructor Sherry Seubert of Embraced by Nature for a slow hatha morning flow yoga mat class with guided meditation. We'll ground to earth and reach for the sky. Bring a yoga mat, blanket, or beach towel. We'll gather in the grassy area at Parking Lot 3 near the shelter. Find out more at https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/events/94556

August 4th or 5th - Stargazing at the Dark Sky Park (whichever night has the best viewing conditions) – 9 pm Join 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. All are welcome to bring their own telescopes or binoculars. Flashlights or headlamps with red lens…

August 4th or 5th - Stargazing at the Dark Sky Park (whichever night has the best viewing conditions) – 9 pm Join 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. All are welcome to bring their own telescopes or binoculars. Flashlights or headlamps with red lens…

Tues., August 6th - OutWiGo! The Trails of Newport Challenge Hikes – 9 am Join the park naturalist on this weekly hike. All are welcome to participate, enjoying the health benefits of hiking. You’re encouraged to hike at your own pace. This week’s hike will be the south part of Europe Bay Trail, an easy 3.5-mile loop. Meet at Lot 3. Find out more at https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/events/93516

Thursday, August 8th - Herb Hike – 10 am.  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. Door County has a wealth of herbs that can be beneficial to…

Fri., Aug. 9th – Hike with the Naturalist – 10 a.m. Head to the woods to see what treasures await. Trail and discussions will be determined based on conditions. Meet at Lot 1. Find out more at https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/events/95986

Sat., August 10th - Smokey Bear’s Birthday Bash 12 -3 pm Help celebrate Smokey’s 80th birthday! Learn the real story of Smokey Bear and how he became the ambassador of wildfire prevention. Park staff will be on hand to read the true story of Smokey Bear. There will be Smokey Bear games, prizes, and cupcakes. In the Nature Center. Find out more at https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/events/96011

Mon., Aug. 12th – Special Program: Universe in the Park and Perseid Meteor Shower 8:30 pm 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 this spectacular meteor shower as it is Wisconsin’s only designated International Dark Sky Park. No seating is available, so bring a lawn chair or blanket, flashlights,…

Tues., August 13th - OutWiGo! The Trails of Newport Challenge Hikes – 9 am Join the park naturalist on this weekly hike. All are welcome to participate, enjoying the health benefits of hiking. You’re encouraged to hike at your own pace. This week’s hike will be the Newport/Ridge Trail (west), a moderate 2.5-mile loop. Meet at Lot 3. Find out more at https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/events/93516

Wed., August 14th – Monarch Madness– 1 pm Join the park naturalist as she explains all about monarchs amazing life cycle. Find out about Newport’s Monarch Monitoring site. Meets in the Nature Center, Lot 1. Find out more at https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/events/96036

Thur., Aug. 15th – Let’s Talk Trees! – 10 am  Join Donna Danielson, a local natural resources educator, will lead this fascinating talk about WI trees. Meet at the Sugarbush Trail, Lot 4. Find out more at https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/events/96041

Fri., Aug. 16th – Invasive Species Forum with Matt Wallrath – 10 am Come learn about what invasives species means in Wisconsin with Matt Wallrath of the Wisconsin First Detectors Network. Local topics and statewide projects will be discussed. Bring questions about your yard, forests, and favorite parks! Meets in the Nature Center, Lot 1. Find out more at https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/events/96051

Fri., Aug. 16th – Hike with the Naturalist – 10 a.m. Head to the woods to see what treasures await. Trail and discussions will be determined based on conditions. Meet at Lot 1. Find out more at https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/events/96066

Fri., Aug. 16th – Park Chat with Manager Brian Grube – 1 pm Bring your questions, comments and concerns and spend some time with park manager Brian. There will be a short hike as he talks about what’s going on at the park. Meet at Lot 3. Find out more at https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/events/96056

Tue., Aug. 20th - OutWiGo! The Trails of Newport Challenge Hikes – 9 am Join the park naturalist on this weekly hike. All are welcome to participate, enjoying the health benefits of hiking. You’re encouraged to hike at your own pace. This week’s hike will be Rowleys Bay Trail, a moderate 4-mile loop. Meet at Lot 1. Find out more at https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/events/96061

Tues., August 20th - OutWiGo! The Trails of Newport Challenge Hikes – 9 am  Join the park naturalist on this weekly hike. All are welcome to participate, enjoying the health benefits of hiking. You’re encouraged to hike at your own pace. . This week’s hike will be the Rowleys Bay Trail, a moderately easy 4-mile loop. Meet at Lot 1. Find out more at https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/events/93516

Tues., Aug. 23rd – Hike with the Naturalists – 10 am Head to the woods to see what treasures await. Trail and discussions will be determined based on conditions Meet at Lot 2. Find out more at https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/events/96076