Events
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Wildlife Wonders: The American White Pelican
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Drop in at the Boathouse to discover the fascinating world of the American White Pelican. One of North America's most impressive birds!
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Serpent Studies
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What kinds of snakes call Rock Island home? Drop in at the boathouse to hear from the naturalist about each of the species you can find within the park!
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Water Wednesday
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Explore the waters of Crystal and Musky Lakes, learn about the critters that call them home and discover why these ecosystems are so important.
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Mead Kids Archery Camp 3
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Mead Archery Camp is a free, 4-week program to introduce students to the sport of archery.
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Nature Journaling
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Take some time to relax and get creative as we craft our own nature journals! Meet the Naturalist under the pagoda to learn how to create a deeper connection to the world around you.
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Mink River Preserve Field Trip
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We are fortunate that an internationally recognized freshwater estuary is just down the road from Newport State Park!
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Naturalist Led Hike
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Join the Naturalist for this guided hike to learn more about Devil’s Lake.
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Feathered Friends Hike
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Tweet tweet! What’s that bird? What is it saying? Listen to the bright sounds of the forest as we hike Sentinel Trail. Meet at Eagle Tower. Binoculars will be provided.
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Music in the Park: Gin, Chocolate, and Bottle Rockets
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Join us for our final Music in the Park of 2026! Back for their second season on the North Shore… it’s Gin, Chocolate, and Bottle Rockets!
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Leaf & Learn: Plant Discovery Hike
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Meet the naturalist at the Algonquin Nature Trail trailhead to discover some of the Rock Island plants! The hike will be less than 1 mile and is located on steady terrain. Please dress for the weather and wear appropriate footwear.