Events
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Raptor 101
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Join Abbey and Joe Krumrie from River Valley Raptors for an interactive program with live raptors. Learn about each bird's unique features and how it has adapted to survive.
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Prairie and Woodland Restoration
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This program describes a 7-year effort to heal the land by restoring 25 acres of native prairie and 13 acres of woodland. Attendees will go on a hike and explore restored prairies at Merrick.
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Music In The Park: Old Grey Cats
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Please join us for Music in the Park featuring Old Grey Cats, a Wisconsin-based bluegrass and folk group.
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Evening Campfire Story Time
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Settle in at the amphitheater for an evening of stories by the campfire with local librarian, Cortney.
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Spiritual Currents Concert
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Ryan Meisel's Spiritual Currents blends Indigenous world music with his background in jazz, honoring his spiritual connection to nature and cultures from around the world.
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Roadkill Cafe – Campfire Cooking
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Join us at the Roadkill Café to make delicious memories over the campfire with your family.
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Campfire Fun with Park Staff
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The staff at Newport will be gathering around the campfire and sharing their best pudgy pie recipes. There will be some pie irons for you to try your hand at making one or bring your own! Ingredients for staff’s favorite recipes will be supplied.
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Terrific Tracks
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Do you have what it takes to be a nature detective? Find a trail to the White Cedar Nature Center to discover more about animal tracks and complete a fun scavenger hunt!
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Meet The Ranger
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Visit with a Park Ranger to learn about the daily operations involved with running a state park. Meet at the campground amphitheater.
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What Can You Hear in Your Backyard?
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Children aged 1-8 can enjoy a reading of Paul Showers’ "The Listening Walk" followed by a nature scavenger hunt along the trails with Master Naturalist Garth Ewing. This event is designed to nurture curiosity and appreciation for nature among…