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    Pulpit Rock Stroll

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    Take a walk with the naturalist to travel back in time and explore the rich history of the private family cottages that populated this part of the park years ago.

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    The Making Of A Park

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    In our presentation, we’ll cover the long history of events that took place on this land before it became a park and the unique features that made it worthy of protection.

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    The Passenger Pigeon

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    Join us for a talk on the natural history of the passenger pigeon and the series of events that led to its tragic extinction.

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    All About Woolly Mammoths

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    How big was Curly the Woolly Mammoth? Compare the size of a Woolly Mammoth, Mastodon and today’s elephants. Discover where Woolly Mammoths were discovered in Wisconsin and learn about what they ate.

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    Places of the Park: White Cedar Nature Trail

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    Join the naturalist for a half-mile hike along the trail by the White Cedar Nature Center.

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    Ice Ages, Glaciers and Fossils Oh My!

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    Did Curly, the Woolly Mammoth exist when humans were on the Earth? Engage in an Ice Age simulation, discover fossils, and explore the geologic time. Come join the adventure as we unfold the history of Horicon Marsh!

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    Places of the Park: Sentinel Trail

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    Join the naturalist for an easy hike along Sentinel Trail near Eagle Tower. Walk along while observing and learning about the forest.

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    Walking Tour of Aztalan

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    Free guided tour of the park by archaeologist Bob Birmingham.

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    Ice Age Trail Hike

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    Join us on the Ice Age Trail, where we'll talk about how impacts of the glaciers and county history. The trail is on a dirt path that goes through various level changes and rugged terrain. This 2.5-mile looped trail goes through woods and roads.

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    Pulpit Rock Stroll

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    Travel back in time to explore the rich history of the private family cottages that populated this part of the park years ago.

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