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Wildlife of Horicon Marsh Wildlife Area
It is commonly asked when the peak of migration is at Horicon Marsh. Of course, that depends on which group or species of birds are being referenced. The best migration time to see the greatest variety of birds is from mid-April to mid-May, and mid-…
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Recreation at Horicon Marsh Wildlife Area
Horicon Marsh Wildlife Area offers a wide variety of outdoor recreational opportunities as well as indoor fun and learning at our Education and Visitors Center:
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Management of Horicon Marsh Wildlife Area
Following the illegal ditching and draining of Horicon Marsh in the early 1900s, marsh waters were restored by the construction of a dam on the Rock River. That dam is still in use today and allows wildlife managers to adjust the timing, depth, and…
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Hunting at Horicon Marsh Wildlife Area
The 32,000-acre Horicon Marsh is divided into the Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area (managed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources) and the Horicon National Wildlife Refuge [exit DNR] (managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service). The…
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Property History of Horicon Marsh Wildlife Area
To most people, the name Horicon Marsh is synonymous with Canada geese. Although the marsh is renowned for and abundant with these birds, it was neither originally established for geese nor was the population always this plentiful.
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Hiking at Horicon Marsh Wildlife Area
There are 5 miles of trails at the Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area that offer hiking through woodlots, planted prairies and onto the marsh. Trails are all of easy grade, and relatively flat but are unsurfaced. Surface material is mowed grass and…
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Waterfowl hunting on Horicon Marsh Wildlife Area
If you have additional questions, please refer to the Wisconsin Migratory Bird Regulations.
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Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center
The Ramsar Convention of the United Nations has formally recognized Horicon Marsh as a wetland of international importance. This renowned marsh is now home to the Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center.The Wildlife Education Program has been…
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Canoeing at Horicon Marsh Wildlife Area
To explore Horicon Marsh by canoe is one of the finest ways to experience the marsh and its wildlife. Keep in mind that you are a visitor in an environment that wildlife calls home — treat it with respect! Please be advised that although the…