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SUMMARY:First Light Birding Bus Tour: Saturday (5/9/26\, 6am)
DESCRIPTION:Trip Leaders: Jeff Bahls\, Kelli Bahls and Pat Horn\nLocation: Meet at Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center\nAvailable Spaces: 36 \nThis is a field trip designed for birders who want to add as many species as possible to their bird lists. Field trip leaders are Jeff Bahls and Pat Horn. Be prepared to move by bus from location to location in search of migratory hot spots. There will be some walking\, but it is rated easy. We try our best to finish on time but\, in the world of birding\, bird activity is the deciding factor. Please meet at the lower entrance on the south side of the building at the Visitor Center. Bus departs at 6:00am SHARP. Bring your own snacks. \nRegistration with payment required.
URL:https://horiconmarshbirdclub.com/event/first-light-birding-bus-tour-saturday-5-9-26-6am/
LOCATION:Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center\, N7725 Highway 28\, Horicon\, WI\, 53032\, United States
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SUMMARY:Kestrel Nest Box Program - Jenn Scheiderman
DESCRIPTION:Join us on April 16\, 2026 \, from 6:30–8:00 pm\, at the Horicon Marsh Education Center for an engaging and informative presentation by Jennifer Schneiderman of the Southern Wisconsin Bird Alliance.\nOften called North America’s smallest falcon\, the American Kestrel is a colorful and charismatic raptor—but it’s also a species in decline. During this program\, Jenn will explore the kestrel’s ecology\, life history\, and current population status\, shedding light on the challenges these birds face across our region.\nYou’ll also learn how landowners and volunteers throughout Wisconsin are partnering with the Southern Wisconsin Bird Alliance to create and maintain critical habitat. From nest box programs to hands-on conservation efforts\, this is a great opportunity to discover how everyday people can make a meaningful impact on kestrel survival.\nIf you’ve ever considered getting involved in conservation\, this program will give you practical ways to help—right in your own backyard. Be sure to also learn more about the Kestrel Nest Box Monitoring & Banding Program during the event.\nJenn Schneiderman is a dedicated volunteer with the Southern Wisconsin Bird Alliance’s kestrel program. She earned her Master’s degree in Wildlife Ecology from UW–Madison in 2020 and currently works as a Conservation Technician with Sauk County Land Resources and Environment. Her work focuses on restoring habitats that benefit both wildlife and people. Outside of work\, Jenn enjoys birding\, hiking\, gardening\, and a variety of “nerdy” pursuits.\nThe meeting is open to the public and will be held at the Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center\, located at N7725 Highway 28\, Horicon\, WI.\nThose who wish to attend via Zoom must register in advance here:  https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/IZ1Fl30rT9WHZ8zg5G12Zg
URL:https://horiconmarshbirdclub.com/event/kestrel-nest-box-program-jenn-scheiderman/
LOCATION:Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center\, N7725 Highway 28\, Horicon\, WI\, 53032\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Club Events
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SUMMARY:Nest Box Checking
DESCRIPTION:Join us on SATURDAY March 21st at 10 AM.  We will venture outside to check on some nest boxes.  This will be a hands on learning program. \nThis will be a kid friendly program so bring your fledgling bird buddy along or someone new to nest boxes or birding. \nWe will check on Wood Duck nest boxes and some Tree Swallow/Bluebird boxes around the education center. \nPlease note the time and date on this meeting!  Meet at the Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center.  N7725 Highway 28\, Horicon\, WI. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://horiconmarshbirdclub.com/event/nest-box-checking/
LOCATION:Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center\, N7725 Highway 28\, Horicon\, WI\, 53032\, United States
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SUMMARY:Nest Box Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 7: 8:00am-12:30pm \nInterested in birdhouses\, but don’t know where to begin? Wondering what you can do to help cavity nesting animals? Head to the Horicon Marsh Education & Visitor Center on Saturday\, March 7th from 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM to bolster your nesting knowledge. Speakers will discuss popular nest boxes\, such as bluebirds and wood ducks.  Come for a specific topic or stay for all three. Whatever you choose\, these presentations will cover many topics to “brood” about for this upcoming nest season! \nDoors will open at 8:00am so that early birds can peruse displays on cavity nesting birds\, talk with DNR experts on how to attract birds to your yard or purchase your own nesting box. Speaker times will be 8:30am\, 9:45am and 11am. \nBluebird/tree swallow\, bat or Wood Duck boxes will available for purchase on site. Cash\, check or credit will be accepted.  The Friends of the Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center will provide kits and fully assembled boxes for sale. Donuts and coffee will also be available for a donation during the day. Get involved or learn more in the classrooms\, where there will be displays from local bird conservation organizations. \nFree entrance event\, and all ages are welcome. No registration required. For more information\, call 920-210-9054 or e-mail Elizabeth.herzmann@wisconsin.gov. \nThe Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center is located between Horicon and Mayville at N7725 Highway 28\, Horicon. 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. \nSpeaker Details \n8:30AM- Bluebirds \nSpeaker will be Liz Herzmann\, DNR Wildlife Conservation Educator and recipient of the 2021 Bluebird Restoration Association of Wisconsin (BRAW) educator of the year. \nLiz has lived the “new to the bluebird world” as a new homeowner 15 years ago.  She has experienced the trials and tribulations of establishing a successful nest box trail.  Liz now shares her experiences with her husband and 2 children at home along with her children’s classmates at Mayville Elementary School.  Liz has established a trail at the school to show students the wonders of the outdoors.  Liz is a wealth of outdoor knowledge from birds to butterflies to dragonflies to native plants. \n9:45AM- Christa Trushinsky – Bats \n \nChrista will present a talk focusing on bat boxes their placement\, care and maintenance along with some biology and fun facts about Wisconsin bats. \nChrista has enjoyed more than 20 years of environmental education in both formal and informal settings and is proud to have been the naturalist and Director of Education for River Bend Nature Center since 2016. In the past\, she has worked with the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh and the Belize Zoo doing primate research in Central America and with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and the US Fish and Wildlife Service at Horicon Marsh performing wetland ecology research regarding muskrat populations and aquatic vegetation. After earning her master’s in Conservation Biology at UW-Madison\, she has become more involved with WAV (Water Action Volunteers)\, Snapshot Wisconsin\, the Wisconsin Bat Program\, and Wisconsin Master Naturalist’s Bat Ambassadors. \n11AM- Wood Ducks with Jeff Bahls: Making Wood Duck Boxes Pro”duck”tive \nJeff has placed and monitored Wood Duck nest boxes for over 30 years and in that time produced an estimated  16\,000 ducklings from 150 nest boxes he supervises.  He will share his formula for success and lessons learned along the way.  He has been a lifelong outdoorsman with waterfowl leading the way into birding\, paddling and an appreciation of wetlands. \n  \n 
URL:https://horiconmarshbirdclub.com/event/nest-box-seminar-3/
LOCATION:Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center\, N7725 Highway 28\, Horicon\, WI\, 53032\, United States
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SUMMARY:Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:Owl Prowl\, Saturday\, January 31\, 6-8pm \nCome join us on January 31 from 6-8pm as we learn about the exciting world of owls from members of the Horicon Marsh Bird Club and DNR staff. We’ll learn about the different owls that call the Marsh home and about their incredible adaptations. After the 30 min presentation\, we will hit the trails to see if we can find an owl outside so bundle warm. Late January is the perfect time to see or hear an owl\, so come out to the marsh it will be a HOOT! \nFree and no registration required.    Please meet at the Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center located at N7725 Highway 28\, Horicon\, WI.  For additional information please contact Liz Herzmann at 920-210-9054 or elizabeth.herzmann@wisconsin.gov.
URL:https://horiconmarshbirdclub.com/event/owl-prowl-3/
LOCATION:Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center\, N7725 Highway 28\, Horicon\, WI\, 53032\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Club Events
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SUMMARY:Winter Birds Bus Tour (registration required)
DESCRIPTION:Winter Birds Bus Tour: Saturday\, January 31\, 3-5:30pm \nWhether you are a new or experienced birder\, this guided bus tour offers an exciting chance to spot some of Horicon’s winter bird visitors.  DNR staff and members of the Horicon Marsh Bird Club will take you to all the hotspots as we search for beautiful birds like Horned Larks\, Snow Buntings\, Rough-legged Hawks\, possibly Snowy Owls\, and more.  Dress warmly\, as we may have the opportunity to get out and put some of the star birds in a spotting scope. \nThis tour will be on a traditional school bus and may be on bouncy back roads.  Bathrooms will be available before and after the trip but not during the trip.  There will likely be less than 1/4 mile walking.  Pre-registration and $15 non-refundable fee per person required.  Limit 30.  Register at https://horiconmarsh.org/event/winter-birds-bus-tour-limit-30-2/ \nYou must register and pre-pay to secure your reservation.  Please meet at the Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center located at N7725 Highway 28\, Horicon\, WI.  For additional information please contact Liz Herzmann at 920-210-9054 or elizabeth.herzmann@wisconsin.gov. \nAfter the bus tour\, stick around from 6-8pm and join us for an Owl Prowl!
URL:https://horiconmarshbirdclub.com/event/winter-birds-bus-tour-registration-required/
LOCATION:Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center\, N7725 Highway 28\, Horicon\, WI\, 53032\, United States
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SUMMARY:November Meeting: Meet the Purple Martins of Mayville Elementary School
DESCRIPTION:Join The Horicon Marsh Bird Club on Thursday\, November 20th\, 2025 at 6:30pm at the Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center for a program featuring Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Educator\, Liz Herzmann. The meeting is open to the public and is held at the Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center located at N7725 Highway 28\, Horicon\, WI. \nLiz Herzmann has been partnering with the Mayville Elementary School for a number of years by providing on-site environmental education utilizing their school prairie and nearby Ziegler Park.  After the loss of a bat box due to weathering\, Liz suggested placing a Purple Martin Nesting structure as it fit the habitat needed.  Purple Martins are the largest bird in the swallow family and are amazing acrobats in the air.  They eat countless flying insects\, a favorite being dragonflies\, and even drink water by scooping it up in flight!  They are a colony nesting bird\, which means they love nesting in groups in hollowed out cavities.  Now nearly all Purple Martin colonies east of the Rocky Mountains rely solely on human made structures. \nThis presentation will take you through the journey of local 4th grade students and how persistence can pay off!  A big thank you goes to the Horicon Marsh Bird Club who donated funds for some of the fun accessories needed to help this project along the way.  We hope you join us as we highlight how the Horicon Marsh Bird Club works with our local communities. \nLiz Herzmann is the Wildlife Educator for the Department of Natural Resources at the Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center and has worked there since 2009. She is responsible for the educational programming and special events held at the Education Center. These programs allow people of all ages to experience the wildlife and natural resources of Horicon Marsh. Previous to working at the Education Center\, Liz worked for Northern Illinois University teaching outdoor education at a field campus to 4th-8th grade students. \nFor questions or more information contact Liz Herzmann at 920-210-9054 or elizabeth.herzmann@wisconsin.gov. \n 
URL:https://horiconmarshbirdclub.com/event/november-meeting-meet-the-purple-martins-of-mayville-elementary-school/
LOCATION:Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center\, N7725 Highway 28\, Horicon\, WI\, 53032\, United States
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