Head to Horicon in August for an Outdoor Skills Day, stories, archery and geocaching
HORICON, Wis. - Families and individuals who are searching outdoor summer
activities should look no further! Head to Horicon Marsh this summer for an
outdoor skills day, archery and geocaching! And, don't forget to check out
the Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center's new Explorium.
Thursday, July 27, 10-11 a.m. - Stories at the Marsh
Join a Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources educator for a "What's for
Dinner?" themed storytelling and craft-making session at the Horicon Marsh
Education and Visitor Center. This event is best for children ages 1-10
years old.
Tuesday, Aug. 1, 10-11a.m. - Micro Hike
It's the world's shortest hike! Come with us to discover the microscopic
wonders that you never knew existed at Horicon Marsh - this activity is part
of Horicon's youth program.
Saturday, Aug. 5, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. - Outdoor Skills Day
Archery, birding, cooking, hunting and fishing are among the fun things to
be taught by Department of Natural Resources staff and expert volunteers
during the free and family-friendly Horicon Marsh Outdoor Skills Day. No
registration is required - this event is suitable for any age group.
"There will be something for everyone at this hands-on, family-friendly
event," said Liz Herzmann, Horicon wildlife educator. "Even if you have a
pretty good idea of which activities appeal to you, it can be a great
learning experience for anyone with an interest in the outdoors."
The Horicon Bowmen and the DNR are proud to offer an archery camp at this
year's event using National Archery in the Schools Program equipment. In
addition, attendees can watch a cast iron cook in action and taste delicious
treats, all prepared over the campfire. Members of the Wisconsin Trappers
Association will have a booth with pelts, traps and information for anyone
who is interested in learning more about regulated trapping. Certified
hunter safety instructors will be available with firearm action sets to
demonstrate proper firearm use and safety. Climb into a harness and learn
about tree stand safety.
Expert birders will be on hand to show the basics of binocular use. Then,
you can put those skills to action on a bird scavenger hunt.
Tuesday, Aug. 8, 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. - Geocaching
Join DNR staff in the most popular technology based scavenger hunt. GPS
units provided. All ages welcome. Learn GPS basics and then go in search of
geocaches hidden around the Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area.
The Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor
Center<http://dnr.wi.gov/topic/lands/wildlifeareas/horicon/education.html>
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<http://www.horiconmarsh.org/> [EXIT DNR].
For more information regarding Horicon Marsh education programs, contact Liz
Herzmann, DNR educator, at 920-387-7893.