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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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Sunset Paddle (Limit 20)
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Join DNR wildlife educator Liz Herzmann, DNR assistant wildlife educator, Caleb Jenks and Bird Club President, Jeff Bahls on a guided canoe or kayak of Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area at sunset. This will be an out-and-back paddle starting from…
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Turtle Terrific: A Program by Marshall
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Turtles are unique and special animals, none more so than our very own Marshall, the snapping turtle. Learn how Marshall views the world in a special presentation prepared by Marshall himself, and head down our boardwalk to see some of our wild…
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Guided Out And Back Horicon Marsh Paddle (Limit 15)
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oin DNR staff on a guided canoe or kayak of Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area. This will be an out-and-back paddle starting from the Nebraska Street Boat Landing in Horicon. Pre-registration is required and $15 fee per person. Free to Friends…
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Turtle Terrific: A Program by Marshall
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Turtles are unique and special animals, none more so than our very own Marshall, the snapping turtle. Learn how Marshall views the world in a special presentation prepared by Marshall himself, and head down our boardwalk to see some of our wild…
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Storybook Trail Walk
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Come for a stroll on the boardwalk and Indermuehle Island Trail as we read our July Storybook Trail all about a worm named Carl and the Meaning of Life! Trails are mostly level, and the hike will be just over a mile in length. All ages are…
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Drop-in Program: Nature Detectives
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Much of what happens in nature happens when we cannot see it. Drop-in anytime to test your own natural puzzle-solving skills and learn about some helpful signs of animal activity to look for next time you go outside.
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Stories on the Marsh: Diary of a Worm
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Have you ever wondered what a worm does all day? Join us for a fun story about one normal worm who takes us along on his daily adventures. Best for ages 10 and under.
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Drop-in Program: Nature Detectives
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Much of what happens in nature happens when we cannot see it. Drop-in anytime to test your own natural puzzle-solving skills and learn about some helpful signs of animal activity to look for next time you go outside.
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Seasonal Wild Edibles
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Come explore Nature and let it Nourish your Body & Soul! Join us for our July 19th hike called "Wild Edibles" where you will learn which plants in the fields, woods and pond are edible on a guided hike with Master Naturalist Chris Lilek.…