History
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An Amazing Journey Back in Time
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Join Cindy Mueller, retired High Cliff naturalist, as she talks about the history of High Cliff, Wisconsin.
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The Mound Builders
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Learn about the mound building cultures and the history of the mounds within the park. There is a flat half-mile walking loop around the procession of mounds for those who are interested following the talk. Meet at the Passenger Pigeon Monument…
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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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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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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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Naturalist Lead Hike
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Each week, we will hike the East Bluff Trail and explore the park's geology, history and wildlife.
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Archeology
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Join Merrick State Park in our first ever archeology program on the Driftless region over the last 13,000 years.
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Naturalist Lead Hike
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Each week, we will hike the East Bluff Trail and explore the park's geology, history and wildlife.
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Gotten Cabin Open House
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The late 1850’s pioneer cabin is open for those who want to take a peek inside!
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Life of the Ancient Ones
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Join Connie Arzigian from the Mississippi Valley Archaeology Center for a look into the lives of the mound builders who once lived in the park and surrounding area.