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SUMMARY:Little Naturalists: Cold-blooded Critters
DESCRIPTION:Little Naturalists: Cold-blooded Critters\nThursday\, April 2nd\, 2026\n10:00am-11:00am \nHelping your littles develop a love for nature. Come along as we uncover the natural world around us using literature\, music\, play and hands on discovery. Content made for ages 3 – 7\, all ages welcome.\n\nThis program is FREE with no registration required. Please meet at the Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center located at N7725 Highway 28\, Horicon\, WI\, 53032.\n\nQuestions? Please contact Chelsy Herring at chelsy.herring@wisconsin.gov or Elizabeth Herzmann at elizabeth.herzmann@wisconsin.gov
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/little-naturalists-cold-blooded-critters/
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SUMMARY:Wilderness Academy - H2Know: Exploring Water Quality
DESCRIPTION:Wilderness Academy – H2Know: Exploring Water Quality\nTuesday\, April 7th\, 2026\n10:00am-11:30am \nWilderness Academy is a science and project-based education designed for students aged 7 and older. Each session combines educational activities and games with take-home learning extensions to help students do more in-depth exploration on related topics. \nThis program is FREE with no registration required however we do suggest a donation of $2.00 per class for each participating child. Please meet at Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center located at N7725 State Highway 28\, Horicon\, WI 53032.\n\nFor questions please contact Jennifer Kilburg at jennifer.kilburg@wisconsin.gov or Chelsy Herring at chelsy.herring@wisconsin.gov or (920) 387-7890.
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/wilderness-academy-h2know-exploring-water-quality/
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SUMMARY:Wilderness Academy - H2Know: Exploring Water Quality (repeat)
DESCRIPTION:Wilderness Academy – H2Know: Exploring Water Quality (repeat)\nThursday\, April 9th\, 2026\n10:00am-11:30am \nWilderness Academy is a science and project-based education designed for students aged 7 and older. Each session combines educational activities and games with take-home learning extensions to help students do more in-depth exploration on related topics. \nThis program is FREE with no registration required however we do suggest a donation of $2.00 per class for each participating child. Please meet at Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center located at N7725 State Highway 28\, Horicon\, WI 53032.\n\nFor questions please contact Jennifer Kilburg at jennifer.kilburg@wisconsin.gov or Chelsy Herring at chelsy.herring@wisconsin.gov or (920) 387-7890.
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/wilderness-academy-h2know-exploring-water-quality-repeat/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T120000
DTSTAMP:20260509T064753
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SUMMARY:Get in Touch with Nature: Frog Painting
DESCRIPTION:Get in Touch with Nature: Frog Painting\, Saturday\, April 11\, 10am-12pm \nTake a leap of faith. This 8″ x 10″ acrylic painting is “toadally” cool! It is created using cotton balls\, Q-tips\, brushes\, a round sponges brush\, and a marker to finish. Frogs come alive in early spring. Learn about some frogs in the Marsh. Hop to it … and jump at the chance to destress from what bugs you. \nLimit of 20\, minimum of 6 people to hold the class. $15 fee for each person painting. Register and pay here or stop into the education center.  Ages 6-99+ (an adult must supervise children) \nFor more information\, contact Liz Herzmann at 920-210-9054 or elizabeth.herzmann@wisconsin.gov.
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/get-in-touch-with-nature-frog-painting/
LOCATION:Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center\, N7725 Hwy 28\, Horicon\, WI\, 53032\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T110000
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SUMMARY:Little Naturalists: Cold-blooded Critters (repeat)
DESCRIPTION:Little Naturalists: Cold-blooded Critters (repeat)\nThursday\, April 16th\, 2026\n10:00am-11:00am \nHelping your littles develop a love for nature. Come along as we uncover the natural world around us using literature\, music\, play and hands on discovery. Content made for ages 3 – 7\, all ages welcome.\n\nThis program is FREE with no registration required. Please meet at the Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center located at N7725 Highway 28\, Horicon\, WI\, 53032.\n\nQuestions? Please contact Chelsy Herring at chelsy.herring@wisconsin.gov or Elizabeth Herzmann at elizabeth.herzmann@wisconsin.gov
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/little-naturalists-cold-blooded-critters-repeat/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T150000
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SUMMARY:Get to Know YOUR Horicon Marsh: Earth Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Get to Know YOUR Horicon Marsh: Earth Day Celebration: Saturday\, April 18\, 10:00am-3:00PM \nHelp celebrate the earth and your Horicon Marsh!  Bring your family out to the Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center to discover all the incredible wildlife that makes YOUR marsh such a special place. \nFamilies can complete a free self-guided scavenger hunt with hands-on activities in and around the Education Center to be entered for a Flyway Gift Shop prize drawing. \nExamine animal artifacts\, meet hard-to find critters in person\, and even take a look under the water as you learn about all kinds of Wisconsin wildlife. You will have the opportunity solve a nature mystery or two and have the chance to be part of a service project to help the marsh! \nMarty Harding and Gary Noren\, co-authors of Fam: The Remarkable Story of a Canada Goose Adopted by Sandhill Cranes\, will bring their beloved true-life book to life at 11am and 1pm! Told through Marty’s words and Gary’s stunning photography\, Fam follows three years in the life of this extraordinary blended family – a heartwarming story of love\, inclusion\, and belonging. Join them for a reading and book signing at 11am and 1pm that will delight children and nature lovers of all ages.  Books will be available for purchase. \nVevas Food Truck will be serving up mac and cheese bowls\, tacos and burgers for your culinary delight! \nWe’ll also have reduced Explorium admission rates of $3 per person all day\, children 4 and under free. Join us at the marsh as we explore special creatures in a special place. \nFree and no registration required. The event will be at the Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center located at N7725 State Highway 28\, Horicon\, WI 53032. \nFor more information\, please contact Liz Herzmann at 920-210-9054 or elizabeth.herzmann@wisconsin.gov. \n \n  \n 
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/get-to-know-your-horicon-marsh-earth-day-celebration-3/
LOCATION:Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center\, N7725 Hwy 28\, Horicon\, WI\, 53032\, United States
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SUMMARY:Wilderness Academy: Springtime Treasures Fieldtrip (Ledge County Park)
DESCRIPTION:Wilderness Academy: Springtime Treasures Fieldtrip (Ledge County Park)\nTuesday\, April 21st\, 2026\n10:00am-11:30am \nWilderness Academy is a science and project-based education designed for students aged 7 and older. Each session combines educational activities and games with take-home learning extensions to help students do more in-depth exploration on related topics. \nThis program is FREE with no registration required however we do suggest a donation of $2.00 per class for each participating child. Please meet at the lower picnic shelter at the Dodge County Ledge Park located at N7403 Park Road\, Horicon\, WI 53032. https://maps.app.goo.gl/RigL2bbyvK4jykvt9\n\nFor questions please contact Jennifer Kilburg at jennifer.kilburg@wisconsin.gov or Chelsy Herring at chelsy.herring@wisconsin.gov or (920) 387-7890.
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/wilderness-academy-springtime-treasures-fieldtrip-ledge-county-park/
LOCATION:Dodge County Ledge Park\, N7403 Park Rd\,\, Horicon\, 53032\, United States
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SUMMARY:Get in Touch with Nature: Frog Painting
DESCRIPTION:Get in Touch with Nature: Frog Painting\, Tuesday\, April 21\, 6-8pm \nTake a leap of faith. This 8″ x 10″ acrylic painting is “toadally” cool! It is created using cotton balls\, Q-tips\, brushes\, a round sponges brush\, and a marker to finish. Frogs come alive in early spring. Learn about some frogs in the Marsh. Hop to it … and jump at the chance to destress from what bugs you. \nLimit of 20\, minimum of 6 people to hold the class. $15 fee for each person painting. Register and pay here or stop into the education center.  Ages 6-99+ (an adult must supervise children) \nFor more information\, contact Liz Herzmann at 920-210-9054 or elizabeth.herzmann@wisconsin.gov.
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/get-in-touch-with-nature-frog-painting-2/
LOCATION:Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center\, N7725 Hwy 28\, Horicon\, WI\, 53032\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T113000
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SUMMARY:Wilderness Academy: Springtime Treasures Fieldtrip (Ledge County Park) (repeat)
DESCRIPTION:Wilderness Academy: Springtime Treasures Fieldtrip (Ledge County Park) (repeat)\nThursday\, April 23rd\, 2026\n10:00am-11:30am \nWilderness Academy is a science and project-based education designed for students aged 7 and older. Each session combines educational activities and games with take-home learning extensions to help students do more in-depth exploration on related topics. \nThis program is FREE with no registration required however we do suggest a donation of $2.00 per class for each participating child. Please meet at the lower picnic shelter at the Dodge County Ledge Park located at N7403 Park Road\, Horicon\, WI 53032. https://maps.app.goo.gl/RigL2bbyvK4jykvt9\n\nFor questions please contact Jennifer Kilburg at jennifer.kilburg@wisconsin.gov or Chelsy Herring at chelsy.herring@wisconsin.gov or (920) 387-7890.
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/wilderness-academy-springtime-treasures-fieldtrip-ledge-county-park-repeat/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T110000
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SUMMARY:Little Naturalists: Pond Dipping
DESCRIPTION:Little Naturalists: Pond Dipping\nThursday\, April 30th\, 2026\n10:00am-11:00am \nHelping your littles develop a love for nature. Come along as we uncover the natural world around us using literature\, music\, play and hands on discovery. Content made for ages 3 – 7\, all ages welcome.\n\nThis program is FREE with no registration required. Please meet at the Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center located at N7725 Highway 28\, Horicon\, WI\, 53032.\n\nQuestions? Please contact Chelsy Herring at chelsy.herring@wisconsin.gov or Elizabeth Herzmann at elizabeth.herzmann@wisconsin.gov
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/little-naturalists-pond-dipping/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T113000
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SUMMARY:Wilderness Academy - Breaking it Down: Nature's Recyclers
DESCRIPTION:Wilderness Academy – Breaking it Down: Nature’s Recyclers\nTuesday\, May 5th\, 2026\n10:00am-11:30am \nWilderness Academy is a science and project-based education designed for students aged 7 and older. Each session combines educational activities and games with take-home learning extensions to help students do more in-depth exploration on related topics. \nThis program is FREE with no registration required however we do suggest a donation of $2.00 per class for each participating child. Please meet at Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center located at N7725 State Highway 28\, Horicon\, WI 53032.\n\nFor questions please contact Jennifer Kilburg at jennifer.kilburg@wisconsin.gov or Chelsy Herring at chelsy.herring@wisconsin.gov or (920) 387-7890.
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/wilderness-academy-breaking-it-down-natures-recyclers/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T113000
DTSTAMP:20260509T064753
CREATED:20251213T213428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251213T213428Z
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SUMMARY:Wilderness Academy - Breaking it Down: Nature's Recyclers (repeat)
DESCRIPTION:Wilderness Academy – Breaking it Down: Nature’s Recyclers (repeat)\nThursday\, May 7th\, 2026\n10:00am-11:30am \nWilderness Academy is a science and project-based education designed for students aged 7 and older. Each session combines educational activities and games with take-home learning extensions to help students do more in-depth exploration on related topics. \nThis program is FREE with no registration required however we do suggest a donation of $2.00 per class for each participating child. Please meet at Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center located at N7725 State Highway 28\, Horicon\, WI 53032.\n\nFor questions please contact Jennifer Kilburg at jennifer.kilburg@wisconsin.gov or Chelsy Herring at chelsy.herring@wisconsin.gov or (920) 387-7890.
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/wilderness-academy-breaking-it-down-natures-recyclers-repeat/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260511
DTSTAMP:20260509T064753
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SUMMARY:Horicon Marsh Bird Festival
DESCRIPTION:29th Horicon Marsh Bird Festival \n\nMay 8– May 10\, 2026\nHoricon Marsh Bird Club invites birders of all skill levels—as well as anyone who enjoys the great outdoors—to the Annual Horicon Marsh Bird Festival. This weekend-long event provides family-friendly activities and educational experiences designed to showcase Horicon Marsh’s role as an important habitat for birds and wildlife. The festival will include birding\, bus tours\, Whooping Crane tours\, smaller more intimate guided tours\, and so much more!  The Horicon Marsh vast wetland is both a State Wildlife Area and a National Wildlife Refuge. Originally established as habitat for migrating and nesting ducks\, it has since become a stopover for Canada Geese. Today\, Horicon Marsh is increasingly recognized and managed as a wetland ecosystem for all of its plants and animals. Horicon Marsh has been designated as a Wetland of International Importance by the Ramsar Convention and a Global Important Bird Area by the American Bird Conservancy. No group of wildlife better represents the vitality of this marsh better than its birds. Over the years\, a total of 300+ species of birds have been sighted on this marsh. \nIf you’re a birder or a naturalist or just someone who enjoys the beauty of nature we encourage you to come visit Horicon Marsh. The Horicon Marsh Bird Festival will focus on introducing visitors to many of these birds at the peak of the spring migration. \nPack up your binoculars and join us! \nRegistration will be open after February 1st\, 2026 on the Horicon Marsh Bird Club’s webpage linked here: Festival Event Schedule – Horicon Marsh Bird Club
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/horicon-marsh-bird-festival-6/
LOCATION:Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center\, N7725 Hwy 28\, Horicon\, WI\, 53032\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T150000
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SUMMARY:Bird Lab
DESCRIPTION:Bird Lab\n\nMay 9 @ 9:30 am – 3:00 pm\n\n\n\nBring your family out for the Horicon Marsh Bird Festival but\, before the kids hit the trails in search of birds\, bring them into the Visitor Center to make their own binoculars! We will have a make-and-take station all weekend where kids can decorate their own binoculars with stickers\, markers and more! \nJoin us for a bird banding activity with a twist where you get to be the bird! After getting trapped in our “mist net\,” we will take your measurements just like if you were a real bird. You will even get a band to take home. Learn the important role bird banding plays in conservation with this hands-on activity. \nFrom 9:30am-3pm try out your bird skills!  Can you run faster than a Peregrine Falcon can fly? Can you flap your arms faster than a hummingbird can flap their wings? Test your athletic ability at the Bird Olympics! You will be competing against the best birds in their sport. Have fun trying to beat their adaptations and learn some cool facts along the way. Visit the classrooms to try your hand\, or should we say beak\, at eating like a bird.  Find out why a bird’s beak is critical to their survival. \nFor more information\, contact Liz Herzmann at 920-210-9054 or elizabeth.herzmann@wisconsin.gov. \nFree. No registration required.
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/bird-lab-2/
LOCATION:Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center\, N7725 Hwy 28\, Horicon\, WI\, 53032\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T140000
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CREATED:20260427T203321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T203321Z
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SUMMARY:Friends Chili Lunch
DESCRIPTION:May 9th\, 2026\n11:00 am – 2:00 pm \nGrab a bite to eat at the Horicon Marsh Education & Visitor Center’s Chili Lunch. Enjoy a relaxing meal while sitting inside the lower lobby of the visitor center or enjoy the day at any of the picnic tables surrounding the visitor center. Cash only. \nChili Lunch proceeds benefit the Friends of Horicon Marsh Education & Visitor Center.
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/friends-chili-lunch/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T200000
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CREATED:20260401T160715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T160715Z
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SUMMARY:Get in Touch with Nature: Birch Tree and Chickadee
DESCRIPTION:Get in Touch with Nature: Birch Tree and Chickadee\, Tuesday\, May 12\, 6-8pm \nChickadee-dee-dee…let’s paint birch and chickadees. Paper birch is distinct for its peeling bark. Traditionally\, Native Americans used it for canoes and crafts. Chickadees are cute\, social\, curious birds. They acrobatically forage for food and store food for the winter. Using acrylics\, create an 8 x 10″ painting. Enjoy life and de-stress. \nLimit of 20\, minimum of 6 people to hold the class. $15 fee for each person painting. Register and pay here or stop into the education center.  Ages 6-99+ (an adult must supervise children) \nFor more information\, contact Liz Herzmann at 920-210-9054 or elizabeth.herzmann@wisconsin.gov. \n 
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/get-in-touch-with-nature-birch-tree-and-chickadee/
LOCATION:Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center\, N7725 Hwy 28\, Horicon\, WI\, 53032\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T110000
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SUMMARY:Little Naturalists: Secret Life of Soils
DESCRIPTION:Little Naturalists: Secret Life of Soils\nThursday\, May 14th\, 2026\n10:00am-11:00am \nHelping your littles develop a love for nature. Come along as we uncover the natural world around us using literature\, music\, play and hands on discovery. Content made for ages 3 – 7\, all ages welcome.\n\nThis program is FREE with no registration required. Please meet at the Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center located at N7725 Highway 28\, Horicon\, WI\, 53032.\n\nQuestions? Please contact Chelsy Herring at chelsy.herring@wisconsin.gov or Elizabeth Herzmann at elizabeth.herzmann@wisconsin.gov
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/little-naturalists-secret-life-of-soils/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T133000
DTSTAMP:20260509T064753
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T172656Z
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SUMMARY:Wildflowers for Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 16\, 9:30am-1:30pm. \nCreate a beautiful native garden with colorful flowers that attract butterflies\, birds and pollinating insects\, and find the plants to use. The Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center is the location for the 2026 Wildflowers for Wildlife event on Saturday\, May 16 from 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. The education center is located at N7725 Highway 28\, Horicon\, WI. \nThis year we are continuing our partnership with a new native plant business called Bombus.  Nestled in the hills of Wisconsin’s driftless area near Dodgeville\, WI\, Bombus is a woman-owned small business. The name “Bombus” comes from the Bumblebee’s scientific genus name and is a nod to the company’s commitment to the health of our native pollinators. While Bombus itself is new on the scene\, founder Corrine Daniels\, “Corrie”\, is not. She and her husband\, Patrick\, have more than 25 years of restoration and native nursery experience. Corrie formerly served as the director of Applied Ecological Services’ Taylor Creek Restoration Nurseries. She now grows natives full-time on her family’s historic dairy farm with the help of her husband\, daughters and 80 year-old father. The family is thrilled to bring life back to the former dairy farm where Corrie and her father grew up and her grandmother was born. They are equally delighted to bring you natives lovingly grown in the rich farmlands of Wisconsin. \nWhy native plants? Native landscaping restores ecosystems that once covered the Midwestern landscape but are now reduced to small parcels. Once native plants are restored\, the birds\, mammals\, reptiles and beneficial insects return too. Native plants also enrich the soil\, decrease run-off and filter pollution. In the long run\, native landscaping can save money annually in maintenance costs. Native plants have evolved to thrive in a local environment\, which means less watering\, fertilizer and time. Experts will be on hand to answer all of your questions! \nPartners include\, Bombus\, Friends of Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center\, WDNR\, Friends of Horicon National Wildlife Refuge and the USFWS. \nNative plants are available for pre-order until March 31\, 2026. We will have both paper and online pre-orders.  Information for both can be found on the pre-order form here. \nFor a direct link to the online order form go to https://www.bombus.eco/ and keyword search “Horicon” \n2026 Wildflowers for Wildlife pre-order form FINAL. \nInformation on native plants can be found here.  Native Plant Info \nFor more information about plants contact\, Jennifer Kakatsch at jennifer.kakatsch@wisconsin.gov or by phone at (920) 387-7889.  For details about the sale\, please contact Liz Herzmann at elizabeth.herzmann@wisconsin.gov or 920-210-9054. \nThe Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center is located between Horicon and Mayville on Highway 28. For a detailed list of all Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center special events\, please visit the Friends of Horicon Marsh website at www.horiconmarsh.org.
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/wildflowers-for-wildlife-4/
LOCATION:Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center\, N7725 Hwy 28\, Horicon\, WI\, 53032\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260509T064753
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SUMMARY:Get in Touch with Nature: Chain Pull Painting
DESCRIPTION:Get in Touch with Nature: Chain Pull Painting\, \nImagine painting without a brush but using a chain instead. On an 8 x 10-inch canvas\, you will use acrylic pouring paints and chains to create a masterpiece. No artistic ability needed. Just choose a background color of either black or white\, then choose 4 colors of your choice. As you pull the chains\, beautiful magic will appear before your very eyes. Time to relax and enjoy life a bit!  Great for kids and families! \nLimit of 20\, minimum of 6 people to hold the class. $15 fee for each person painting. Register and pay here or stop into the education center.  Ages 6-99+ (an adult must supervise children) \nFor more information\, contact Liz Herzmann at 920-210-9054 or elizabeth.herzmann@wisconsin.gov. \n \n 
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/get-in-touch-with-nature-chain-pull-painting/
LOCATION:Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center\, N7725 Hwy 28\, Horicon\, WI\, 53032\, United States
GEO:43.4745377;-88.6014363
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T113000
DTSTAMP:20260509T064753
CREATED:20250913T195709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T195709Z
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SUMMARY:Wilderness Academy: Avian Adventures Fieldtrip (Ziegler Park)
DESCRIPTION:Wilderness Academy: Avian Adventures Fieldtrip (Ziegler Park)\nTuesday\, May 19th\, 2026\n10:00am-11:30am \nWilderness Academy is a science and project-based education designed for students aged 7 and older. Each session combines educational activities and games with take-home learning extensions to help students do more in-depth exploration on related topics. \nThis program is FREE with no registration required however we do suggest a donation of $2.00 per class for each participating child. Please meet at Ziegler Park located at 800 Kekoskee Street\, Mayville\, WI 53050.  https://maps.app.goo.gl/RigL2bbyvK4jykvt9\n\nFor questions please contact Jennifer Kilburg at jennifer.kilburg@wisconsin.gov or Chelsy Herring at chelsy.herring@wisconsin.gov or (920) 387-7890.
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/wilderness-academy-avian-adventures-fieldtrip-ziegler-park/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T113000
DTSTAMP:20260509T064753
CREATED:20250913T195813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T195828Z
UID:10003411-1779357600-1779363000@horiconmarsh.org
SUMMARY:Wilderness Academy: Avian Adventures Fieldtrip (Ziegler Park) (repeat)
DESCRIPTION:Wilderness Academy: Avian Adventures Fieldtrip (Ziegler Park) (repeat)\nThursday\, May 21st\, 2026\n10:00am-11:30am \nWilderness Academy is a science and project-based education designed for students aged 7 and older. Each session combines educational activities and games with take-home learning extensions to help students do more in-depth exploration on related topics. \nThis program is FREE with no registration required however we do suggest a donation of $2.00 per class for each participating child. Please meet at Ziegler Park located at 800 Kekoskee Street\, Mayville\, WI 53050.  https://maps.app.goo.gl/RigL2bbyvK4jykvt9\n\nFor questions please contact Jennifer Kilburg at jennifer.kilburg@wisconsin.gov or Chelsy Herring at chelsy.herring@wisconsin.gov or (920) 387-7890.
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/46674/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T110000
DTSTAMP:20260509T064753
CREATED:20250913T200142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T200225Z
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SUMMARY:ALL NATURE SCHOOL: End-of-Year Celebration 🎉
DESCRIPTION:ALL NATURE SCHOOL: End-of-Year Celebration\nThursday\, May 28th\, 2026\n10:00am-11:00am \nJoin us as we celebrate an amazing year of Nature School. Both Wilderness Academy and Little Naturalists are all welcome! Party will be a mixture of indoor and outdoor activities! \nThis program is FREE with no registration required. Please meet at the Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center located at N7725 State Road 28\, Horicon\, WI 53032.\n\nFor questions please contact Jennifer Kilburg at jennifer.kilburg@wisconsin.gov or Chelsy Herring at chelsy.herring@wisconsin.gov or (920) 387-7890.
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/all-nature-school-end-of-year-celebration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260601T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260601T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T064753
CREATED:20260501T150517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T150517Z
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SUMMARY:Birding Old Marsh Road
DESCRIPTION:Birding Old Marsh Road: Monday\, June 1\, 6-8pm (Matt and Michael to lead) \nJoin your trip leaders on a guided walking tour across the interior of the refuge via Old Marsh Road. Meet at the Boardwalk parking lot off the auto tour. This typically closed area opens June 1\, so we are kicking off opening day with a fantastic opportunity to get out and bird with members of the Horicon Marsh Bird Club! Viewing highlights include many species of water birds such as black-necked stilts\, American bittern\, common gallinule and more! You will be walking gravel dike tops\, up to 3 miles. Wear good walking shoes and bring water. \nMeet at the Boardwalk parking lot. Google Map “Egret Hiking Trail and Boardwalk Trailhead”  https://maps.app.goo.gl/P4wHx79Y6oP4ZhZT7 \nGPS coordinates: 43.617499\, -88.672714 \nFor additional information please contact Liz Herzmann at 920-210-9054 or elizabeth.herzmann@wisconsin.gov.
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/birding-old-marsh-road/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T090000
DTSTAMP:20260509T064753
CREATED:20260501T150618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T150618Z
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SUMMARY:Birding Old Marsh Road
DESCRIPTION:Birding Old Marsh Road: Saturday\, June 6\, 6:30am-9am (Jeff to lead) \nThe early bird gets the worm on this birding walk at Old Marsh Road. \nThis typically closed area opened June 1\, so this is a fantastic opportunity to get out and bird with members of the Horicon Marsh Bird Club! Viewing highlights include many species of water birds such as black-necked stilts\, American bittern\, common gallinule and more! You will be walking gravel dike tops\, up to 3 miles. Wear good walking shoes and bring water. \nMeet at the East end of Old Marsh Road at the intersection of Point Road North and Point Road West. GPS coordinates of 43.611157 -88.616254. https://maps.app.goo.gl/pdYYCNB8fQ94pEGi6 \nFor additional information please contact Liz Herzmann at 920-210-9054 or elizabeth.herzmann@wisconsin.gov.
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/birding-old-marsh-road-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T163646Z
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SUMMARY:Get in Touch with Nature: Hummingbird Painting
DESCRIPTION:Get in Touch with Nature: Hummingbird Painting\, Saturday\, June 6\, 10am-12pm \nHummingbird amongst the flowers. Tiny\, tiny\, tiny… and fast. Hummingbirds are the smallest bird in the world. Their wings beat 20-80 beats per second. They are like helicopters because they can hover and fly backwards. Come and use acrylic paint to create an 8 x 10″ picture. Enjoy conversation\, listen to music and de-stress. \nLimit of 20\, minimum of 6 people to hold the class. $15 fee for each person painting. Register and pay here or stop into the education center.  Ages 6-99+ (an adult must supervise children) \nFor more information\, contact Liz Herzmann at 920-210-9054 or elizabeth.herzmann@wisconsin.gov.
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/get-in-touch-with-nature-hummingbird-painting/
LOCATION:Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center\, N7725 Hwy 28\, Horicon\, WI\, 53032\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T110000
DTSTAMP:20260509T064753
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SUMMARY:Birding Hike at Mieske Ponds
DESCRIPTION:Birding Hike at Mieske Ponds: Sunday\, June 14\, 8-11am. (Jeff lead) \nJoin members of the Horicon Marsh Bird Club for a walk around the Mieske Ponds at Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area. Walk the dikes surrounding the ponds and remnant savannah and grasslands. Opportunity for both marsh and woodland species. There are no designated trails\, dike tops are gravel/grass. \nMeet at the back parking lot of Swan Road and Mieske Ditch Road. GPS coordinates are (43.495676\, -88.67392). Free and no registration required. Walk of 1-2 miles. Bring water and binoculars. \nFor additional information please contact Liz Herzmann at 920-210-9054 or elizabeth.herzmann@wisconsin.gov.
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/birding-hike-at-mieske-ponds-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T064753
CREATED:20260401T164744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T164744Z
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SUMMARY:Get in Touch with Nature: Hummingbird Painting
DESCRIPTION:Get in Touch with Nature: Hummingbird Painting\, Tuesday\, June 16\, 6-8pm \nHummingbird amongst the flowers. Tiny\, tiny\, tiny… and fast. Hummingbirds are the smallest bird in the world. Their wings beat 20-80 beats per second. They are like helicopters because they can hover and fly backwards. Come and use acrylic paint to create an 8 x 10″ picture. Enjoy conversation\, listen to music and de-stress. \nLimit of 20\, minimum of 6 people to hold the class. $15 fee for each person painting. Register and pay here or stop into the education center.  Ages 6-99+ (an adult must supervise children) \nFor more information\, contact Liz Herzmann at 920-210-9054 or elizabeth.herzmann@wisconsin.gov.
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/get-in-touch-with-nature-hummingbird-painting-2/
LOCATION:Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center\, N7725 Hwy 28\, Horicon\, WI\, 53032\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260628T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260628T110000
DTSTAMP:20260509T064753
CREATED:20260501T150752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T150752Z
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SUMMARY:Mud Lake Wildlife Area Bird Hike
DESCRIPTION:Mud Lake Wildlife Area Bird Hike\, Sunday\, June 28\, 8-11am. (Jeff and Leslie to lead) \nJoin members of the Horicon Marsh Bird Club as we explore the Mud Lake Wildlife Area. Walk along an access road leading to the Crawfish River. We will be birding along a riverine corridor passing some grasslands along the way on our way to some scrub-carr wetland. Mud Lake Wildlife Area is 4500 acres in size\, and the western hotspot has 155 species on the checklist. Possibility for flycatchers\, herons\, woodpeckers\, swallows\, and waterfowl! \nMeet at Mud Lake- Garden Rd   Crawfish River boat launch. \nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/mxHzvdR5myzyjwSV6 \, GPS coordinates:  -88.873   43.229 \nContact Liz Herzmann at 920-210-9054 or elizabeth.herzmann@wisconsin.gov for information.
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/mud-lake-wildlife-area-bird-hike-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260710T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260710T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T064753
CREATED:20260501T182832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T182832Z
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SUMMARY:Wild Edibles
DESCRIPTION:Wild Edibles: Friday\, July 10\, 6:00Pm-8:00PM \nCome explore nature and let it nourish your body & soul! Join us for a 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 Kelm. Following the hike\, we will make a salad with the wild edibles we gather. This event is appropriate for adults. \nMeet at the Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center\, which is located at N7725 Highway 28\, Horicon\, WI.  For additional information please contact Liz Herzmann at 920-210-9054 or elizabeth.herzmann@wisconsin.gov.
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/wild-edibles-3/
LOCATION:Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center\, N7725 Hwy 28\, Horicon\, WI\, 53032\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260712T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260712T110000
DTSTAMP:20260509T064753
CREATED:20260501T151717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T151823Z
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SUMMARY:Birding Dodge County Ledge Park
DESCRIPTION:Birding Dodge County Ledge Park: Sunday\, July 12\, 8:00-11:00am (Jeff and Michael to lead) \nJoin us at Dodge County Ledge Park for a bird hike. We will meet at the shower/restroom building on the upper loop entrance to the campground and walk from there. \nLedge Park has recorded 171 bird species within its 83 acres\, making it one of the areas’ birdiest spots. Members of the Horicon Marsh Bird Club will lead the hike. All folks are welcome to join us\, no experience necessary. Free and no registration required. Bring binoculars if you have them. Plan on walking 1-2 miles. Terrain may be rocky in spots. \nN7403 Park Rd\, Horicon\, WI 53032. \nFor more information\, contact Liz Herzmann at 920-210-9054 or elizabeth.herzmann@wisconsin.gov.
URL:https://horiconmarsh.org/event/birding-dodge-county-ledge-park-2/
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