Horicon Friends Group

The "Friends" is an important citizen support group for the development and operation of the Horicon Marsh International Education Center. This group was founded on September 6, 1994. The organization's purpose is to encourage, perpetuate and promote the work of natural resources and conservation education in Wisconsin.

As a support group to the education program and the Education Center, the goal of this organization is to provide volunteer assistance and funding necessary for the effective operation of the Center. This organization was successful in raising more than $2 million towards the development of the Horicon Marsh International Education Center. This facility provides a world-class Education Center at Horicon Marsh and has greatly enhanced the education program through exhibits, displays, an auditorium, classrooms, and a spectacular view and access to the Horicon Marsh.

Volunteer Opportunities

The Education Staff at DNR’s Horicon Marsh International Education Center can arrange volunteer opportunities for you. To set up a project for your organization, please contact us.

Through our volunteer program, the Friends Gift Shop and other projects we strive to enhance the quality of the visitor experience at Horicon Marsh - A Wetland of International Importance and a Globally Important Bird Area.

For more information about the Friends of Horicon Marsh International Education Center, visit the website [Exit DNR].

Membership Information

To join the Horicon Friends Group, fill out the membership form [PDF 48KB].

Contact Information

Bill Volkert
Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area
N7728 Hwy 28
Horicon, WI 53032
(920) 387-7860

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