Nature at Night
Nature is very different at night compared to the daytime. But why is this? Let’s start with some obvious reasons, the sun. The sun provides … Read More
Category: What’s New
Badgers in Blue Mounds
Wisconsin is nicknamed the Badger State, not because of our wildlife, but because of our state’s lead mining history. This animal can be seen on … Read More
Tracks in the Snow
Animals visit us all year long. Staff often spot their tracks in the snow, whether it’s near our hiking trails or on top of our … Read More
March Mineral Madness
What is a mineral? For a substance to be considered a mineral, it must be naturally occurring, inorganic, solid, have a definite chemical composition and … Read More
Febru-Ore-Y
“Febru-Ore-Y” is an educational add-on to your cave tour. While you walk around the cave, you collect a few rocks on the way and learn … Read More
Top Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and, I don’t know how you feel but time has flown by these past few months. That’s why … Read More
Join the Cave Crew
Are you looking for a part-time or full-time job? Are you a student looking to work this summer? We are currently looking for outgoing individuals … Read More
Winter Wonderland at Cave of the Mounds
Over the past several weeks, it has been a Winter Wonderland here at Cave of the Mounds. While many of us thought that it was … Read More
Magic or Science?
What if I told you you could create light by rubbing two quartz crystals together? Don’t believe me? Check out this video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nkQSvSjuU4Y Do you … Read More
A Whole New Light
Want to experience the cave in a whole new light? Come and rent a blacklight flashlight to take with you on your cave tour. Watch … Read More