Head to Horicon Marsh for summer events
HORICON, Wis. - Warm weather has arrived at Horicon Marsh and a number of
June events will help people of all ages soak in the summer sun.
Each June event is free of charge and does not require advance registration.
[Herp Hike participants will experience some of Horicon's coolest critters.]
Herp Hike participants will experience some of Horicon's coolest critters.
Photo Credit: Jack Bartholmai
June 4, 10-11:30 a.m. - Herp Hike
Participants will go on a hike to search for herps (reptiles and amphibians)
and meet some of Horicon's wildlife ambassadors - this event is perfect for
kids of all ages.
June 4, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Tour De Marsh Kick-off
This event, great for all types of outdoor enthusiasts, incorporates the
beauty of the Horicon Marsh, charm of small towns, and food. Named one of
the "seven wonders of Wisconsin" and a "wetland of international
importance," seeing and experiencing Horicon Marsh provides an opportunity
to enjoy one of natures' treasures.
Five start/rest stations for cyclists and drivers will be set up along the
route. Participants can start at any of the five stations - each will have
parking, refreshments, maps, information cards, stamp cards and restrooms
available. Participant with a card stamped at each of the five stops will be
entered into a raffle.
Five start/rest stations for participants to choose from are as follows:
* Horicon National Wildlife Refuge hiking trail parking lot (guided
tours start here at 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.) - W4279 Headquarters Road,
Mayville;
* Chances Bar & Grill - N8592 Front St., Burnett;
* Rock River Tap -110 W. Lake St., Horicon;
* Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center - N7725 Hwy. 28 between
Horicon and Mayville; and
* Horicon National Wildlife Refuge Office and Visitor Center - W4279
Headquarters Road, Mayville.
Other featured stops along the route include Ledge Park, Marsh Haven, and
overlooks at Palmatory St., Bayview Rd., and Bud Cook Hiking Area. These
stops will give visitors a glimpse of beautiful marsh and country views.
For more information, contact Horicon Chamber of Commerce at 920-485-3200 or
the Horicon Marsh Education and Visitors Center at 920-387-7893.
June 9, 10-11 a.m. - Stories at the Marsh
Join a Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources educator for "Birds of a
Feather" themed storytelling and craft-making at the Horicon Marsh Education
and Visitor Center. This event is best for children ages 1-10 years old.
Explorium closed May 30
The Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center and Explorium will be closed
on Monday, May 30 for Memorial Day but open May 28 and 29. All Service
members and veterans will be granted free admission to the Explorium during
Memorial Day weekend.
And, don't forget to check out the Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor
Center<http://dnr.wi.gov/topic/lands/wildlifeareas/horicon/education.html>'s
new
Explorium<http://dnr.wi.gov/topic/lands/wildlifeareas/horicon/education.html
>, 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.