The surrounding landscape of pines and stunted oak is called "The Barrens". This plant and animal community is common in central Wisconsin, as well as portions of the northeastern and northwestern parts of the state. If you are here on a warm . . . — — Map (db m252014) HM
Marshy sections of Jackson, Monroe, Wood and Clark counties produce large quantities of Sphagnum moss, providing a major but little known state resource. The ability of Sphagnum to hold 20 times its weight in water makes it invaluable for keeping . . . — — Map (db m49765) HM
Winnebago Indians call themselves “Hochunkgra.” A Siouan people, they once occupied the southern half of Wisconsin and the northern counties of Illinois. The Black Hawk War of 1832 and a series of treaties forced the Winnebago out of their homeland, . . . — — Map (db m3425) HM
