Marsh Haven Nature Center

05/14/2026

Can't get enough of Marsh Haven? Well, we are coming to you! We are happy to announce that Marsh Haven will be partnering with Beaver Dam Recreation Department to bring several of our programs to the Beaver Dam Parks this summer!

Starting on June 4th with a kick-off event at Swan Park from 4pm to 6pm. Then June through August we will be bringing Storytime with a Critter, Birds of Prey, Reptiles, Water & Soil, Wildflowers, and many more programming opportunities. Watch our page for location and up to date program information.

Registration is required through the Beaver Dam Recreation Department's website, if you do an activities search for Marsh Haven, it will bring up the full list of programs and times. Some programs will have a cost to them, others are free. You can see the full list in their courier as well at https://view.flipdocs.com/Community-Center-Courier or stop by Marsh Haven to pick up a copy full of events happening this summer.

To register go to https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/beaverdamrec/activity/search?onlineSiteId=0&viewMode=list

If you have any questions or need clarification, contact our Director at 920-318-9518 or [email protected]. You may also contact the Beaver Dam Recreation Department for more information.

05/14/2026

Who Am I Wednesday?

Correct Answer: White turtlehead

The plant pictured is that of white turtlehead prior to the blooms developing. The plant itself can get 2 to 3 feet tall. Has opposite, lance shaped leaves with sharp toothed edges. The stem is square. The name comes from its white, sometimes pink-tipped, tubular flowers that are densely placed which appear as turtle heads. The white turtlehead prefers full to partial sun with moist soils. So marshy areas turn out perfectly. They are a key source of nectar for pollinators, and they are also deer resistant. Historically, it was used as a medicinal plant for several ailments specifically digestive issues, skin inflammation, and jaundice. This particular plant is in front of the nature center so be on the lookout for when it blooms late summer to early fall.

05/13/2026

Who Am I Wednesday?

See if you can identify this native plant species. Answer to be revealed later today!

05/12/2026

🌼Happy Mother's Day! Now that we are looking at warmer weather, treat mom to a trip to the Horicon Marsh next Saturday, May 16th, for our 2026 Wildflowers for Wildlife Sale so she can start her own native garden!

🐝 Create a beautiful native garden with colorful flowers that attract butterflies, birds and pollinating insects, and find the plants to use. The Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center is the location for the 2026 Wildflowers for Wildlife event on Saturday, May 16 from 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

05/11/2026

Marsh Haven sadly and very unexpectedly lost a wonderful friend and ambassador last week. Sadly, Petey the opossum passed away last week. He was a wonderful ambassador, and we will greatly miss his presence at Marsh Haven. He may have only been with us a short time, but we gained memories that will last forever. We will surely miss his grumbles, his silliness, but most of all his curious and friendly temperament. Thank you to everyone who showed him the love he deserved. Rest easy little friend.

05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day to all the moms out there. Whether you're a mom, step mom, wildlife mom, or just a moment figure for someone, they're all special and we hope you have an amazing day!

If you're looking for something to fo this afternoon, head out to Marsh Haven for our 1pm bat program and learn all about bats!

05/09/2026

05/09/2026

Tonight at 4pm, Wild Birds of Prey program at Marsh Haven. $5 entry fee includes the museum entry. So come early and say hi to all the critters!