Parks
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Let’s Go See: Showy Lady Slipper Orchids
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As part of a series of summer learning adventures, we’ll explore the showy lady slipper orchid, a plant of special concern. Learn about its habitat and what makes it special
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Learn To Fish
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Want to try fishing, but don’t know what to do? Join our Learn to Fish program, and we will show you how!
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UNIVERSE IN THE PARK
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Listen and learn as Bob Aloisi from UW-Madison’s Badger Talks program describes his research searching for new exoplanets in unusual environments around stars other than the Sun.
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MUSIC IN THE PARK: TONIC ROOTS
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Bring the family to the Amphitheater and enjoy an evening of music with Tonic Roots, featuring soulful blues, acoustic rock and original repertoire.
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Wednesday Walk In The Woods
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We will explore the natural world around us through sight, touch and sound. We will meet at 6 p.m. in the upper picnic/shelter area at the beach for quick introductions. Feel free to bring a sack supper with you.
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DISCOVERING WILDFLOWERS
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Join Master Naturalist Karen Merlau and discover the many wildflowers growing along the Black River Trail.
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Survival Gadgets
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Food… I need to eat! What can I make from natural products to find food when I am lost in the woods? Let’s create a slingshot to survive! Join the fun!
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Wild Edibles Here, There And Everywhere!
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This program is perfect for kids and families! Listen to Master Naturalist Chris Lilek read a story about safely finding wild edibles and then learn how to see the differences between wild edibles and look-a-likes that should be avoided. …
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Summer Naturalist Class
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In June we’ll focus on plant and animal ID hikes on various trails throughout the park!
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OutWiGo! The Trails Of Newport Challenge Hikes
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Challenge hikes are back! As part of the OutWiGo statewide initiative to get outside with healthy activities, we’re taking to the trails and not stopping until we hike them all! Join the park naturalist on this weekly hike. All are welcome and…