We Appreciate Your Support!
Your generous contribution supports the Friends of Horicon Marsh’s mission to connect people and nature. Here are some of the ways we use your dollars:
- Interpretive trails and signs
- Educational programming
- Children’s library
- Special events
- Marsh preservation projects
- Marsh management
- Outreach
Looking for specific projects in 2026 to donate towards? Here is our wish list for the upcoming year. For your donation to go towards a specific project, add the highlighted keyword in the “Additional Information” box when making your donation.
Marshall: our lovable snapping turtle ambassador has received an upgraded and larger tank! He is accepting donations to cover food (he eats a lot), filter material and more upgrades to the new tank. Upgrades include more natural materials and a basking platform.
Kids Area Mural: Sometimes it’s time for a little change! Our Kids Area is being revamped and with that, one entire wall has been dedicated to a brilliant mural depicting Horicon Marsh and it’s wildlife through the seasons. Donations for paint to finish the mural, new furniture and supplies will make this room really shine!
Boardwalk: The ever popular 1/4 mile boardwalk is over 10 years old and showing some wear and tear from natural elements. The entire boardwalk will likely need to be repaired in the next 5 years so any donations to help fund this trail would be appreciated.
Trekking Poles: We are looking to add trekking poles to our list of items that can be checked out for free to recreational users on the nearly 5 miles of trails.
Kids Snowshoes: Our successful snowshoe loan program is missing snowshoes for our youngest trailblazers. Adding these sizes would complete the collection and allow for entire families to go out and enjoy the trails in winter!
GRIT Freedom Chair: This off road manual wheelchair would be available for check out for any person with mobility issues during open hours. We strongly believe that everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy nature.
Atlatl: The Atlatl is an ancient hunting tool that allowed humans to hunt more effectively at a distance. Currently, we have been borrowing atlatls for programming and the it has been very popular! Incorporating this historic tool into existing education classes and historical events in a safe and controlled manner will grow the education program while preserving the rich history.
Bird Seed: Our bird feeding area is very busy with birds in the winter. Help us feed the birds so you can enjoy watching right from the windows of the education center!