Head to Horicon Marsh in September for a guided Paddle, archery lessons, and much more
HORICON, Wis. - Visit Horicon Marsh in September and learn more about the
amphibians and reptiles that inhabit the marsh, learn to shoot a bow and
arrow, or go for a paddle with friends and family.
And, be sure to save some time during your visit to check out the Horicon
Marsh<http://dnr.wi.gov/topic/lands/wildlifeareas/horicon/> Education and
Visitor Center's new
Explorium<http://dnr.wi.gov/topic/lands/wildlifeareas/horicon/education.html
>(admission fees can be found online).
Thursday, Sept. 8, 10-11 a.m. - Stories at the Marsh
Join a Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources educator for "Slippery,
Slimy, Scaly" themed storytelling and craft-making at the Horicon Marsh
Education and Visitor Center. This event is best for children ages 1-10
years old.
Friday, Sept. 16, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. - Guided Paddle of Horicon Marsh State
Wildife Area
Join Liz Herzmann, DNR wildlife educator, and Bird Club President Jeff Bahls
on a guided paddle of Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area. Learn about the
history of the marsh, search for wildlife and learn more about what the
department does to manage the 11,000 acre state wildlife area.
[Head to Horicon Sept. 16 and explore Horicon in your kayak!] Head to
Horicon Sept. 16 and explore Horicon in your kayak!
Photo Credit: DNR
Attendees will meet at the Greenhead Boat Landing and paddle down the 6.5
mile canoe trail. The guided paddle will end at the Nebraska Street Boat
Landing - shuttles will be provided. There is a limit of 15 participants,
and pre-registration is required. Please note that canoes and kayaks,
paddles, and floatation devices will not be provided. Cost is $15 per
person, and prior paddling experience is preferred. For registration
information, contact Liz Herzmann at 920-387-7893 or via email at
elizabeth.herzmann@wisconsin.gov<mailto:elizabeth.herzmann@wisconsin.gov>.
Saturday, Sept. 17, 10-11 a.m. - Marsha the Turtle's Birthday Head to
Horicon Marsh Sept. 17 and help Marsha the Turtle celebrate her first
birthday with games, crafts and other fun party activities. Join Marsha and
her slippery, slimy, and scaly friends and learn more about reptiles and
amphibians.
Thursday, Sept. 22, 10-11 a.m. - Stories at the Marsh Join a DNR educator
for a "Migration Masters" 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.
Saturday, Sept. 24, 10-11:30a.m. - Archery Lessons
Take advantage of this great opportunity to use equipment provided by the
National Archery in the Schools
Program<http://dnr.wi.gov/education/outdoorSkills/Nasp.html> for target
archery. All equipment will be provided, and no prior training is needed.
This event is appropriate for children in grades four and above.
[Horicon is the perfect place to learn more about archery!)] Horicon is the
perfect place to learn more about archery!
Photo Credit: DNR
The 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<http://www.horiconmarsh.org/>
[EXIT DNR].