Nature Study
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Nature Make & Take — Bird Houses
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Discover how to make a luxurious bird house! Call ahead (414-527-0232) to reserve a spot; materials will be provided, but space is limited.
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Apps for Plant and Animal Identification
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There are powerful apps for identifying all types of wild plants, animals, insects and fungi. Our naturalist will show you how to use an app to identify the various elements of your natural surroundings as well as to participate in common-interest…
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Alien Attack Drop In At The Beach
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Find out what foreign species can take over our native communities and what people can do to help control their spread.
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Critter Corner – Owls
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Whooo goes there? Owls, of course! Fly over to join the naturalist for hands-on activities and fun.
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Pond Study
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Did you know that you can learn a lot about the health of a pond by what critters you find living there? Naturalists will be leading drop-in sessions of Pond Study- one of visiting schools’ favorite MacKenzie Education programs. Use dip nets to…
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iNaturalist
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If you wish you could identify plants, fungi, bugs or birds but want a helping hand, this is what you need.
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Explore Mirror Lake By Canoe
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Go on a journey around the lake to explore the critters and plants.
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Bird Scavenger Hunt
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Take a self-guided hike down the Skyline Trail (beginning next to the Visitor Center) to see if you can spot all 15 bird photos hidden along the trail
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Weekly Nature Walk
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Head out onto the visitor center trails to catch all the latest wildlife action. Walking routes and pace will vary according to group preference. Learn handy tips and tricks for finding and recognizing wildlife from Horicon Marsh staff.