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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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Cabin Fever Open House
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Fight off the winter blues and join us for a fun-filled day at the Cabin Fever Open House!
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Wilderness Academy: Fire And Shelter Building
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Test your winter survival skills as we learn some fire and shelter-building basics!
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Little Naturalists: Winter Habitats
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Discover how wildlife creates homes to keep them safe and warm during the chilly months here in the Horicon Marsh.
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Owl Decoration Creation
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Hoo hoo who wants to create a set of awesome owls for decorations at your house, indoors or out?
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Wilderness Academy: Snow Science
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Explore the science of snow with us! Learn how snow forms and why it is essential for our wildlife here at Horicon Marsh.
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Walk It Off With Winter Wildlife
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Burn off those pesky holiday calories while getting an up-close view of the survival strategies used by Horicon Marsh’s year-round residents and winter visitors.
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Wilderness Academy: Winter Tracking & Stories
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What stories do animals leave behind? Children will search for animal clues while hiking trails around the Visitor Center and use them as inspiration to create stories.
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Little Naturalists: Nature Holiday
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Celebrate the holiday season with some fun nature-themed crafts and activities.
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Wilderness Academy: The Big Freeze
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Explore the strategies used by native animals, plants and insects to survive in a frozen landscape.