Horicon is a great place for wildlife observation. Here are a few tips to make your trip more enjoyable. Some birds are here only at certain times of the year. Deer are most often seen in the evenings.
Animals are most active in the early morning and early evening hours.
You are more likely to see wildlife if you visit close to sunrise or sunset. Look for high concentrations of Canada geese on the refuge at sunrise and sunset along State Highway 49, the Highway 49 Viewing Area, or the Highway 49 hiking trails, especially in October and November. They make local, daily feeding flights in large numbers at the beginning and end of the day. In between those times, you can see them in local farm fields, but in smaller numbers. These are important tools if you are interested in birds.