Events
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Historical Traces Trek
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Join Dave Lea, who has been exploring the park since the 1970’s, on an exciting, off-trail adventure finding the park’s historic sites. Wear sturdy boots and long pants to discover traces of the past.
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Mammoth Hike Challenge
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Join us for a 4 mile hike along the Ice Age Trail on a trek to see the largest glacial erratic rock in the Southern Unit, Stone Elephant. This will be a 4 mile out and back hike. Mileage counts towards the Ice Age Trail’s Mammoth Hike Challenge.
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Halloween Beach Bonfire
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Don’t miss our last Beach Bonfire of the year! Join Lakeshore staff on Pebble Beach for a cozy fire, tasty s’mores and a good spooky time as the sun sets.
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Evergreen Series (50+) Crafting Social
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Bring your own craft or make a new one with us! Enjoy being creative, crafty and connected. The Evergreen Series events are ideal for adults 50+ and their guests, seeking to enjoy both nature and community.
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Getting Ready for Winter Walk
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Autumn is a busy time for Newport’s critters as they prepare to cozy in for the approaching cold and dark winter months.
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Youth Fishing Clinic
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Join us for our last youth fishing clinic of the year! Now is the perfect time to learn more about fishing or rediscover your love for the activity!
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Paddle the Kickapoo
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Join the Wildcat Mountain Park staff for an hour-long paddle down the Kickapoo River. Bring your own boat/paddle/life jacket and meet us at the lower picnic area/canoe launch.
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Project FeederWatch - Guidance Program
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In this program we'll cover the history of Project FeederWatch, what it is and how to conduct a survey and ID birds that are likely to come to your feeder.
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Tree Trunk or Treat
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Join us for a kid sized hike (1.5 miles) along the Ice Age Trail collecting (non-candy) treats from trees we find along the way. Costumes encouraged but make sure you can hike in them! Mileage counts towards the Ice Age Trail’s Mammoth Hike…
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Telescope Viewing
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Join the Northern Cross Science Foundation educators for a night of learning and appreciation.