This event at Newport State Park was started in 1992 as a way for the members of Newport Wilderness Society, the park’s official friends group, to showcase their beautiful wilderness park. Volunteers lead hikes and programs on Labor Day weekend,…
See the forest come to life in a whole new way as darkness settles over the landscape. The Naturalist will help you identify the different sounds of the night, and help build your appreciation for this underrated hiking time. Bats, racoons, owls,…
Join our Warden for how-to campfire basics, campfire safety and more! Please note that if there is an emergency the warden has to attend to, this event will be cut short.
Now’s a chance for you all to channel your inner artist! Join the naturalist(s) in exploring one of the park's tallgrass prairies. Learn about a few facts about prairies, sit down, relax, and let the beautiful view inspire you to paint! We will…