Saturday August 27 10 AM Flowers of the Sandy Shore Follow the woodland trail to the shore of Sand Bay. The flowers of the shore are spectacular at this time of year. Investigate boneset, Joe Pye weed, goldenrod, sneezeweed, jewelweed, smartweed, herb Robert, swamp milkweed and many more. These sturdy beauties withstand the power of the waves and the wind to bloom late in the season. Join the naturalist for this easy hike at Lot #3. 1PM Fur, Fin, Feather Fun Explore the world of disguises that animals and plants use for camophlage. When danger comes near, they all want to be invisible or stay hidden to live. Discover the secret to survival with the naturalist at the Visitor Center at this family program. Sunday August 28 1PM Hiking the Hotz History Trail Experience the beauty and solitude of Europe Lake and the spectacular Lake Michigan shore. Visit the site of the summer home of the Hotz family, circa 1920, and the site of the piers they built on both lakes. Join Steve Uglinica, guest historian and naturalist, at the parking lot at the end of Europe Bay Road. Newport State Park Activities Most activities listed here are free. If not, the cost will be shown in the listing. In addition, a vehicle admission sticker is required for any motorized vehicle entering a Wisconsin State Park. Purchase one at any park entrance or at Wisconsin DNR web site via "Links" button at left. The best deal is the annual pass.
December 31, 2011 and January 14, 2012, 10 AM both days Cross country instruction by expert instructors for beginning and intermediate skiers. Bring your own equipment and come dressed for the weather. Meet at Parking Lot #3. Park entrance fee applies but there is no charge for the instruction.
Saturday, February 11, 2012 Candlelight Ski 5:30 - 8:30
Watch for info about Transit of Venus party in June, 2012
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