Horicon Marsh Area EXPERIENCE IT Get outdoors this year and experience the wildlife and many seasons of natural beauty at Horicon Marsh.
Fall
marks the return of mallard ducks, coots, herons, egrets, sandhill cranes, purple martins, warblers, and numerous others. A “chorus” of frogs is sure to be heard throughout the marsh signaling that warmer weather is here. The Horicon Marsh Bird Festival is held annually in May and offers many opportunities to view and photograph spring migrants and resident wildlife.
is well known for the mass migration of birds (and visitors!) to the marsh - Canada geese, as well as thousands of ducks of many different species – mallards, wood ducks, pintails, wigeon, redheads, bufflehead, and ruddy ducks; as well as impressive numbers of staging sandhill cranes. Opportunities also exist to view whooping cranes. Although closed for waterfowl hunting, the marsh is open for deer and small game hunting seasons in the fall, however there is waterfowl hunting in the State Wildlife area. Many educational programs and events are held marsh-wide throughout the season.
Summer
Winter
The Horicon Marsh Parkway is a 50-mile auto tour route that follows state and county roadways around the marsh, passing through or near many local communities. There are also roads, hiking and biking trails throughout the property, and a canoe trail accessing the waters of the marsh.
Spring
brings nesting season and warmer weather for hiking and bicycling around the marsh to view an array of species with their young. American white pelicans nest abundantly on the marsh during the summer and may be seen feeding in large groups – “herding” fish into shallower water for easier dining. Several fishing piers are also available at the marsh and make great places to spend relaxing summer afternoons.
is characterized as a frozen but peaceful time on the marsh and is also a good season for wildlife viewing. Eagles, owls, several species of hawks, muskrats, foxes and other wildlife, or evidence of, such as tracks or feathers, may be sighted when the entire marsh is open to snowshoeing, hiking, and cross country skiing (Dec. 1- Mar 15). Snowy owls are a notable species to watch for during the winter months.
Experience Fall at
IRON RIDGE INN RESTAURANT & MOTEL
Sept 21, 2013 through
Oct 31, 2013
just minutes from the Horicon Marsh
OVER 15 ATTRACTIONS FOR ONE LOW ADMISSION FEE! www.waldvogelfarm.com N7416 Cty Rd I Between Beaver Dam & Horicon 1¼ miles north of Hwy 33
RESTAURANT
MOTEL
Fine Dining
Relaxing Choice for Business or Pleasure
Family owned since 1972
OPEN Monday through Saturday 4:30pm Sunday 10am-2pm
TUESDAY SPECIAL: Prime Rib, Chicken and Ribs Buffet
FRIDAY SPECIAL: Prime Rib & Fish Buffet
41 MAIN ST DOWNTOWN KEKOSKEE
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Steaks, Seafood, Chicken, Pizzas Salad bar and homeade soup served with all dinners and buffets
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www.ironridgeinn.com Iron Ridge Inn Restaurant
Iron Ridge Inn Motel
131 S. Main Street, Iron Ridge, WI 53035 920-387-3348
129 S. Main Street, Iron Ridge, WI 53035 920-387-4090 or 877-387-4090