About Marsh Haven Nature Center
Marsh Haven Nature Center is a non-profit, volunteer-run organization. Our non-profit, all-volunteer, community-supported nature center features quality displays and exhibits depicting the history and wildlife of the Horicon Marsh area. Wildlife feeding stations are located on either side of the gift shop and our visitors often see a variety of birds up close. In addition, we have an art gallery where a diverse collection of wildlife art and photography is on display. The Nature Nook Children’s Area offers our young visitors an area to learn and explore. Visit with the furry, scaly and feathered creatures in the Critter Corner.
This beautiful center offers information about the ecology, history and wildlife of Horicon Marsh, as well as offering nature hikes, educational and outdoor programs on its 46-acres. Marsh Haven provides a well-rounded, enjoyable experience for all visitors.
We would welcome the opportunity to work with you to provide a fun, educational, and unique visit to Marsh Haven Nature Center. Contact us for more information and to schedule your visit.
Bring Your Group to Marsh Haven Nature Center
The seasons of spring, summer and fall each offer unique opportunities to visit Marsh Haven Nature Center. A selection of environmental education programs are available to be presented during your group visit. We also offer a large variety of nature films and videos that can be incorporated into the visit. Reservations for group visits are requested. Please discuss any requested programming during the reservation process. Programs can be customized for age-level and time limits. Download a Group Visit Info Sheet HERE.
School Group Rate
A group is considered 10 or more people. $1 per person for self-guided tours or $2 per person for naturalist-led program. We offer an option of Marsh Haven BINGO and/or trail guides for the self-guided tours. Classroom available for lunches.
Adult/Organization Group Rate
A group is considered 10 or more people. $3 per person, program or film on request. Classroom available for lunches.
Day-Long Classroom/Meeting Room Rental
Meeting room opportunity for family or class reunions, presentations, trainings, or special events. Includes use of large classroom area, kitchen, and theater (if needed). The facility has heat and air conditioning. Tables and chairs are available and can be set up in a variety of arrangements. $50 a day.
Extend Your Stay at Marsh Haven Nature Center
There is so much to do at Marsh Haven Nature Center and in and around the Horicon Marsh area. Extend your visit with an overnight at Marsh Haven Nature Center. We have the Dommisse Lodge/Bunkhouse available for an inside overnight experience. Tent camping is also available to groups. Water, electricity and restroom facilities are available for both options. Reservations are necessary for overnight stays and a selection of nature programs are available during group stays. Please discuss any requested programming during the reservation process. Download an Extended Stay Info Sheet HERE.
Dommisse Lodge Rental
The Dommisse Lodge/Bunkhouse is available to scouting groups, 4-H Clubs, church and service organizations, schools, and other interested groups for overnights at Marsh Haven. The lodge has 23 fold down bunk beds, stove, refrigerator, kitchen area, tables and chairs, heat, electricity and running water. There is near-by access to both primitive and flush toilets.
The lodge can be divided into two separate sides to accommodate multi-gender groups.
Fees for Dommisse Lodge: $5 per person, per night, capped at a maximum of $50 per night. Groups also have the option of completing a service project in lieu of monetary payment. Educational program (if requested) included in fee.
Tent Camping
The tent camping area is located near the picnic shelter and campfire area. This is a mowed flat piece of land surrounded by prairie with a view of Lake LaPresto, which is often visited by ducks, geese, egrets and herons. Tent camping has been utilized in the past by scout groups, with the fall season bringing many scouts working on their Polar Bear Patch. There is a
water hydrant and electrical outlet near the camping area. The picnic shelter offers a suitable cooking area, while the campfire ring makes a great place to end the evening with a round of stories and s’mores.
Fees for tent camping: $3 per person, per night, capped at a maximum of $25 per night. Groups also have the option of completing a service project in lieu of monetary payment. Educational program (if requested) included in fee.
Available items for checkout during your stay at Marsh Haven Nature Center
Tug-of-war rope
Dutch Oven Cooking kit
Compass Reading kit
Volleyball net and ball
Croquet
Tracking Field Pack
Insect Exploration
Field Pack
Get Outdoors Field Pack
Games, puzzles and cards
Option for Boy Scouts: A Merit Badge Counselor is available to work on the Nature Merit Badge. A majority of the badge can be completed in a half-day, with a few items requiring additional work at home.
This beautiful center offers information about the ecology, history and wildlife of Horicon Marsh, as well as offering nature hikes, educational and outdoor programs on its 46-acres. Marsh Haven provides a well-rounded, enjoyable experience for all visitors.
We would welcome the opportunity to work with you to provide a fun, educational, and unique visit to Marsh Haven Nature Center. Contact us for more information and to schedule your visit.
Bring Your Group to Marsh Haven Nature Center
The seasons of spring, summer and fall each offer unique opportunities to visit Marsh Haven Nature Center. A selection of environmental education programs are available to be presented during your group visit. We also offer a large variety of nature films and videos that can be incorporated into the visit. Reservations for group visits are requested. Please discuss any requested programming during the reservation process. Programs can be customized for age-level and time limits. Download a Group Visit Info Sheet HERE.
School Group Rate
A group is considered 10 or more people. $1 per person for self-guided tours or $2 per person for naturalist-led program. We offer an option of Marsh Haven BINGO and/or trail guides for the self-guided tours. Classroom available for lunches.
Adult/Organization Group Rate
A group is considered 10 or more people. $3 per person, program or film on request. Classroom available for lunches.
Day-Long Classroom/Meeting Room Rental
Meeting room opportunity for family or class reunions, presentations, trainings, or special events. Includes use of large classroom area, kitchen, and theater (if needed). The facility has heat and air conditioning. Tables and chairs are available and can be set up in a variety of arrangements. $50 a day.
Extend Your Stay at Marsh Haven Nature Center
There is so much to do at Marsh Haven Nature Center and in and around the Horicon Marsh area. Extend your visit with an overnight at Marsh Haven Nature Center. We have the Dommisse Lodge/Bunkhouse available for an inside overnight experience. Tent camping is also available to groups. Water, electricity and restroom facilities are available for both options. Reservations are necessary for overnight stays and a selection of nature programs are available during group stays. Please discuss any requested programming during the reservation process. Download an Extended Stay Info Sheet HERE.
Dommisse Lodge Rental
The Dommisse Lodge/Bunkhouse is available to scouting groups, 4-H Clubs, church and service organizations, schools, and other interested groups for overnights at Marsh Haven. The lodge has 23 fold down bunk beds, stove, refrigerator, kitchen area, tables and chairs, heat, electricity and running water. There is near-by access to both primitive and flush toilets.
The lodge can be divided into two separate sides to accommodate multi-gender groups.
Fees for Dommisse Lodge: $5 per person, per night, capped at a maximum of $50 per night. Groups also have the option of completing a service project in lieu of monetary payment. Educational program (if requested) included in fee.
Tent Camping
The tent camping area is located near the picnic shelter and campfire area. This is a mowed flat piece of land surrounded by prairie with a view of Lake LaPresto, which is often visited by ducks, geese, egrets and herons. Tent camping has been utilized in the past by scout groups, with the fall season bringing many scouts working on their Polar Bear Patch. There is a
water hydrant and electrical outlet near the camping area. The picnic shelter offers a suitable cooking area, while the campfire ring makes a great place to end the evening with a round of stories and s’mores.
Fees for tent camping: $3 per person, per night, capped at a maximum of $25 per night. Groups also have the option of completing a service project in lieu of monetary payment. Educational program (if requested) included in fee.
Available items for checkout during your stay at Marsh Haven Nature Center
Tug-of-war rope
Dutch Oven Cooking kit
Compass Reading kit
Volleyball net and ball
Croquet
Tracking Field Pack
Insect Exploration
Field Pack
Get Outdoors Field Pack
Games, puzzles and cards
Option for Boy Scouts: A Merit Badge Counselor is available to work on the Nature Merit Badge. A majority of the badge can be completed in a half-day, with a few items requiring additional work at home.
Opportunities at Marsh Haven Nature Center:
· Gift Shop
· Hands-on Children’s Area
· Exhibits & displays that help depict the history & wildlife of the Horicon Marsh
· Large classroom/meeting area with access to a full kitchen
· Outdoor Amphitheater & indoor theater with slide & digital projector, large screen, television with VCR/DVD
· Well-stocked nature & educational movie library
· Bunkhouse/lodge & tent camping area for overnight adventures
· Picnic shelter & campfire circle with benches
· The only observation tower on the Horicon Marsh
· Nature trails through woodland, wetlands & prairie
· Bird gallery with pictures & sound
Visit our education link for a listing of available programs for school groups, organizations, individuals, and more.
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