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- Elizabeth Herzmann
- Natural Resources Educator
- Wildlife Management
- Phone: tel:+1-920-387-7893
Horicon Marsh Education Center
Description
Horicon Marsh has been formally recognized as a Wetland of International Importance by the Ramsar Convention of the United Nations. This renowned marsh is now home to the Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center. The Wildlife Education Program has been conducted at the marsh since the mid-1980s. This program focuses on the abundant wildlife resources of the marsh, their ecology and applied management.
Contact
Website: Horicon Marsh Education Center
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Guided Storybook Walk
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Come for a stroll on the boardwalk and Indermuehle Island Trail as we read our monthly Storybook Trail!
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Scales And Slime Drop In
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In this nature drop-in, we will explore some of the reptiles and amphibians that call Wisconsin home.
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Nature Detectives
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For this program, we will become Nature Detectives and search for clues that animals leave behind to figure out who calls the marsh home.
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Marvelous Minibeasts
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Bugs, insects, pollinators what is the difference? Actually, there’s a lot! Come on out to the Horicon Marsh to learn about these tiny creatures we share our homes, playgrounds, and natural spaces with.
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Horicon Marsh Paddle
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Join fellow outdoor enthusiasts to paddle the 6 1/2-mile paddling trail through the Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area
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Spider Web Weaving
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Weaving is a very ancient technique that can have a practical use and an artistic expression. Weaving is creative and relaxing. Join us for an hour of colorful weaving creativity. Bring an empty cereal box and create a masterpiece to hang on a wall…
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Wildlife Games
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Ever been bored? What can you create out of things lying around at home like a box, a cup, an egg carton or duct tape? Join us for an incredibly imaginative adventure, turning everyday items into wildlife games for all to play.
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Recycle & Create Your Own Bottle Planter
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Bring an empty Old Orchard 64 fl. oz. juice bottle, and you will create a woodland planter for indoors or outdoors.
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Marvelous Minibeasts
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Bugs, insects, pollinators what is the difference? Actually, there’s a lot! Come on out to the Horicon Marsh to learn about these tiny creatures we share our homes, playgrounds and natural spaces with. You may walk away with some new nature friends…
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Aster Flower Painting
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The aster flower is a popular attraction in the fall of the year, in the Horicon Marsh.