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September 2019
Naturalist-Led Hike
Hit the trails with the park naturalist on this easy, 1.5-mile hike along the Sugarbush Trail. Meet at Lot 4. Free. State park sticker required.
Find out more »Family Program
"Sun on Sunday." The astronomy program begins with a video, followed by activities and an ice cream sundae. Free and open to the public. Meet at the Collins Learning Center.
Find out more »Family Program
"Meadow Ramble." This is the time of year to wander the fields and enjoy the fall flowers in all of their glory. About an hour. Meet at the Collins Learning Center. Free and open to the public.
Find out more »Logan Creek Guided Hike
Explore the landscape of this 170-acre parcel on Clark Lake with a Ridges naturalist. It’s a great opportunity to see a variety of fall colors as one hikes through the woods. Moderate to easy hike. Bring binoculars. $5/members. $8/public. Free/kids.
Find out more »Curious Citizen Program
"Mushrooms of Door County" with Charlotte Lukes. Classes will include an indoor component followed by an “in the field” experience.
Find out more »Seed Saving
Seed activist Ben Cohen will discuss the best methods for planting, saving and sharing seeds. Free and open to the public. No registration necessary.
Find out more »Chalk the Bay
Three professional chalk artists will decorate Third Avenue and Nebraska Street. The sidewalks of the Sturgeon Bay branch of the Door County Library will also be available for individuals of all ages to let their inner artist shine during the free Community Chalking Contest. Held rain or shine. Chalk will be provided with awards announced at 2pm. Registration is required.
Find out more »The History of Newport
Picture a time when Newport State Park was actually a town with a post office, general store and a lumber mill. Come and learn about the history of this rustic gem of a park. Meet at Lot 3. Free. State park sticker required.
Find out more »Fall Equinox Fireside Chat
Meet around the campfire for this informal gathering to celebrate the equinox, enjoy the sunset, view the moonrise and enjoy all nature has to offer. Meet at the fire ring by the shelter building off of Lot 3. Bring chairs, as seating is limited. In case of rain, program will be cancelled. State park sticker required.
Find out more »Door County Beekeepers Meeting
The program is about maintenance and the storage of equipment. There will also be a honey-tasting social. Visitors welcome. Free and open to the public. Meet in the Collin Learning Center.
Find out more »Curious Citizen
"Insects Galore!" with Mike Draney, UWGB professor. Classes will include an indoor component followed by an “in the field” experience.
Find out more »Inside/Outside Sale
Fish Creek retailers will showcase special sale merchandise both inside and outside of their shops for unbeatable end-of-season sales all weekend long. For those not so fond of walking; free trolley rides will be offered throughout the village on Saturday. Look for the Trolley stop signs to be able to hop on. Visit visitfishcreek.com for more information.
Find out more »Mushroom Hike with Charlotte Lukes
Door County’s mushroom expert will lead participants through the fascinating world of fungi. Meet in the Nature Center; hike to follow. Free. State park sticker required.
Find out more »Color Hike
This color hike is meant for adults (but kids will be welcome.) Meet at the Collins Learning Center. Free and open to the public.
Find out more »Twilight Tours, Tunes & Tales
Delight in the tales of the keepers through story, song, and poetry. The Northern Door Storytellers Guild will be in residence to share tales of the sea, perform traditional music and recite legends in verse. Warm clothing is recommended. $10/adult. $5/youth (ages 6-17). Donation recommended for children ages 5 and younger. State park sticker required.
Find out more »Solar System Hike
For learners of all ages. Hikers will consider the amount of space in space by hiking the trail with a scale model of the solar system. Free and open to the public. Meet at the Collins Learning Center.
Find out more »October 2019
Blessing of the Animals
Father Olin Sletto, vicar of the Episcopal Church of the Holy Nativity, invites pet owners to bring their animals - large or small - to a Blessing of the Animals. Open to the public.
Find out more »DPAS Meeting
Visitors are welcome at the general meeting of the Door Peninsula Astronomical Society. This month's program is "Messier II" by Dave Leinus and a documentary on the Hubble telescope. Refreshments are served. Free and open to the public.
Find out more »Appel’s Bluff Guided Hike
Join a naturalist to explore this landscape featuring rock ledges, a hardwood forest and open fields. Moderate to easy hike. Bring binoculars. $5/members. $8/public. Free for kids (ages 18 and younger).
Find out more »Walk with Me
A domestic violence awareness walk organized by HELP of Door County. Guest speakers are FYRE Youth Group and Renee Bohm, with music from Jeanne Kuhns.
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