Events
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Butterflies And Moths
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Both of these lepidopterans are vital pollinators that play a key role in maintaining a healthy ecosystem.
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Wilderness Days
This event was started in 1992 as a way for the members of Newport Wilderness Society, the park’s official friends’ group, to showcase their beautiful park.
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Universe In The Park
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Universe in the Park includes a rain-or-shine presentation on astronomy, including recent astronomical news, and a weather-dependent star party, where visitors can view available astronomical objects through a telescope.
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Star Splitters Astronomy Program
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Star Splitters host programs with presentations and telescope viewings.
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River Valley Raptors
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Come see a live hawk, falcon and owl and learn about some of the awesome adaptations that make raptors so special in this interactive 45-minute program.
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The Ice Age Trail and the ColdCache Program
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Long ago, glaciers covered the Dairy state. The habitat that developed in the glacier’s wake includes rocky terrain, grassy prairies and quiet forests. One of only 11 National Scenic Trails in the country, the Ice Age Trail is a 1,000-mile footpath…
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Campfire Stories In Sandstone Ridge
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Meet the naturalist in the Sandstone Ridge campground between sites 67-72 to learn about some fire safety as well as hear some campfire stories. Smores will be provided!
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Music On The Mound - Common Cord
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Enjoy a night of music with family and friends at Blue Mound State Park.
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Fox Snake Encounter
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Ask our volunteer reptile handler, Johnny, questions about these unique creatures.
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Solar Observing
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Get the unique chance to observe the sun safely through a special telescope with a solar filter. You might even get to see sunspots and solar flares!