Educational Programs
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OutWiGo! The Trails of Newport Challenge
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Join the park naturalist on this weekly hike. All are welcome to participate, enjoying the health benefits of hiking. You’re encouraged to hike at your own pace.
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Forests of Roche-A-Cri
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Join our naturalist to learn about trees and forests in Wisconsin and Roche-A-Cri.
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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’ll show you how!
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Under Your Feet
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Explore the ground around you to learn about the community that dwells there.
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Nature’s Nightlife
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Learn about some of the nocturnal animals that call Hartman Creek home and what it takes be nocturnal.
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Snakes!!
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Slither over to the Naturalist’s booth to learn some fascinating facts about the snakes of Wisconsin.
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Drop-In at the Naturalist Cabin
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Stop by the naturalist cabin (adjacent to the main parking area) to explore the nature center, visit the park naturalist and participate in the activity of the day.
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Learn Archery Drop In At The Beach
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Try your hand at shooting a bow and arrow and gain the basic skills of archery.
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Newport Special Program: Universe in the Park and Perseid Meteor Shower
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Join guest astronomers from UW-Madison as they present Badger Talks, a PowerPoint presentation about astronomy and a chance to view the night skies through a high-powered telescope.
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Trail Tales
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Take a hike on the Eagle Peak Trail to explore the origin of the area and the effects it had.