Educational Programs
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Tree ID at Newport
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Hike along Europe Bay Trail and learn about the trees that make Newport State Park such a special place. Join Dr. Bill Scheckler, past president of Newport Wilderness Society, as he shares his knowledge of 30 plus years hiking Newport’s 26 miles of…
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Basic Campfire Cast Iron Cooking
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Yummy food awaits you! Let’s use cast iron, outdoors, to create a delicious, savory meal together. Bon Appétit.
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Art & Nature: Watercolor Sunsets
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Join us in the Weborg Shelter and learn what makes sunsets so spectacular and create your own with watercolors. Basic supplies provided all skill levels welcome. Please dress appropriately for the weather forecast.
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Little Naturalists Program
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Help your littles discover a love for nature with our Little Naturalist Program. Join us as we uncover the natural world around us using literature, music, play and hands-on discovery. Best for ages 10 and under.
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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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Family Foil Packet Cooking
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Food anyone? Yes, please! Learn how to cook appetizing meals using foil packets on an open fire. Come dine with us!
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Family Foil Packet Cooking
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Food anyone? Yes, please! Learn how to cook appetizing meals using foil packets on an open fire. Come dine with us!
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Traversing Time: the Doughboys Trail
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Join the park naturalist to experience the park’s geology and natural history highlights, including flora and fauna along the trail.
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Pop-Up Nature: Hidden Nature
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This week, join the naturalist to explore the often-hidden nature using some high- and low-tech gear.
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Spanish In Nature! – Learn About Frogs
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Discover and learn everything about frogs through games, crafts, stories and outdoor exploration by the pond! This program is intended for children aged 2-9 and their guardian(s).