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Head to the MacKenzie Center May 18-19 for the third annual Midwest Outdoor Heritage Education Expo

Contact(s): Mark LaBarbera, Outdoor Heritage Expo coordinator, 608-854-2196

POYNETTE, Wis. - School groups are encouraged to join Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources staff at the MacKenzie Center May 18-19 for the third annual Midwest Outdoor Heritage Education Expo.

Students practice their casting skills at the 2015 Midwest Outdoors Heritage Education Expo
Photo Credit: DNR

The Midwest Outdoor Heritage Education Expo gives fifth and sixth grade students an opportunity to view a number of interesting wildlife species and learn more about the outdoors. This event features hands-on learning experiences - students will have the opportunity to participate in the following activities:

• archery;
• forestryeducation;
• wildlifetracking and game calling;
• fisheriesand angler education;
• hound andbird dog demonstrations;
• historicfur trade and trapping education;
• parks,trails and camping education;
• outdoor safety,shooting sports and enforcement education; and
• "SensorySafari" wildlife exhibits.

Visit the Midwest Outdoor Heritage website (exit DNR) to register or contact Mark LaBarbera at 608-854-2196 or via email at mark@outdoorheritageeducationcenter.com.

Advance registration is required - admission is free of charge. Transportation grants are available for interested attendees. Plan to bring a lunch, beverages, closed-toe footwear, and weather appropriate clothing.

The MacKenzie Center is located at W7303 County Highway CS in Poynette. To view a detailed list of all MacKenzie Center special events, visit dnr.wi.gov and search keyword "MacKenzie."

For more information regarding MacKenzie Center programs and registration information, contact DNRMacKenzieCenter@wisconsin.gov or call 608-635-8105.