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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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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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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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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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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
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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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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/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T100000
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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
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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.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T110000
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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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