Learn about 2014 deer season changes from a Wisconsin conservation warden and fun facts about white-tailed deer
HORICON, Wis. – The public is invited to join Department of Natural Resources Conservation Warden Paul Nell to learn more about rule and regulation changes in place for the upcoming 2014 gun deer hunt deer hunt on Nov. 11, from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center. Warden Nell will help you prepare your firearm and share tips on staying accident free.
“The best time to prepare for the hunt is before you set out into the woods,” said Liz Herzmann, DNR wildlife educator at Horicon. “Come and learn about the great tradition of deer hunting in Wisconsin and what you can do to be an ethical and safe hunter this coming season”
Wondrous White-tailed Deer
The public is invited to learn more about white-tailed deer from a DNR wildlife educator on Nov. 15, from 10-11 a.m. From the whitetail’s natural history to its place in human history, explore the world of whitetailed deer. A short hike will be included in the program.
“Whitetails are able to run up to 40 miles per hour, jump 9-foot fences and swim 13 miles per hour,” said Liz Herzmann, DNR wildlife educator. “There are more amazing things to learn about Wisconsin’s state wildlife animal when you attend this informational program about deer.”
No registration is required for either program and both are free to the public. All ages are welcome! For more information please visit www.horiconmarsh.org or call 920-387-7893. The visitor center is located at N7725 Hwy 28, Horicon.