THINGS TO DO IN DODGE COUNTY

Horicon Marsh is just 15 minutes away! The Horicon Marsh covers 32,000 acres of Dodge County. While the marsh is enchanting at any time of the year, spring, summer and fall are truly spectacular. Hundreds of thousands of migrating waterfowl descend on the marsh, including geese, ducks, swans, cranes, pelicans and heron. The town of Horicon is located at the south end of the marsh among the hills overlooking the Rock River. While the marsh may be Dodge County's best-known attraction, the area includes a number of lakes that provide excellent recreational opportunities. The state-owned, southern third of the marsh (totaling 11,000 acres) is open to the public. The Horicon Habitat Hike is a 1.5-mile loop hiking trail with interpretive signs. It affords excellent opportunities for bird and wildlife viewing. The DNR Field Office offers an observation deck, telescopes and visitor information. Naturalist programs are offered in the spring and fall. N7725 Hwy 29, Horicon. Tel: 920-387-7860

HORICON MARSH BOAT TOURS/BLUE HERON LANDING is highly recommended! One-hour narrated pontoon boat tour of the inner Horicon Marsh offered May-Oct. Two-hour "Birding" tour offered May-Sept (Call for specific days and times). Canoe & Kayak rentals available. Learn about wetland habitat and how to identify numerous bird species by sight and sound. 311B Mill St, Horicon. Telephone Numbers: Voice: 920-485-4663, Fax: 920-485-0133, Toll Free: 800-814-4474

HORICON MARSH RECREATIONAL SITES Self-guided nature exploration and recreation. Horicon TernPike Auto Tour, 3.2 miles in length, opens to vehicles for the season. Main Dike Road opens for vehicles, hiking, and bicycling. Hwy Z, Mayville, WI, 53050 Telephone Number(s): Voice: 920-923-3010, Toll Free: 800-937-9123