What are Springtails?
Written by Abe Sober Cave of the Mounds is home to almost no wildlife—no bats, no crickets, no salamanders, no fish. That’s because Cave of … Read More
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Becoming an Adventure Ranger
Written by Stalac-Tate Becoming a Cave of the Mounds Adventure Ranger is super easy! #1 Grab the booklet… and a green Trail Guide #2 Complete … Read More
Cave of the Mounds Fun Facts!
Written by Stalac-Tate Welcome to Cave of the Mounds National Natural Landmark! Here are some fun facts about the cave at different stops in Cave … Read More
A Brief History of Cave of the Mounds
Written by Stalac-Tate Our history starts at the Brigham Farm, surrounding Cave of the Mounds, which is the oldest farm in Dane County. Ebenezer Brigham … Read More
Let’s Learn About Hibernation!
Written by Stalac-Tate Have you ever wondered why animals hibernate? Or seen an animal that you thought should be in hibernation but is right in … Read More
The Education Era
Written by Stalac-Tate “When the Rooney’s took over the operation of the Cave of the Mounds… they decided that they wanted to maximize the educational … Read More
What is the Driftless Area?
Written by Stalac-Tate Being in the Driftless Area, many who come to visit ask… “What is it?” “Why is it here?” “How is this related … Read More
The Early Years: Brechler and Hanneman
Written by Stalac-Tate Cave of the Mounds is the Jewel Box of America’s Show Caves for its intricate and varied formations. It is important in … Read More
Brigham’s Place
Written by Stalac-Tate The name “Brigham” is familiar in Southwest Wisconsin. There is a town called Brigham, a Brigham County Park, and its name is … Read More
How Does a Garden Grow Underground? Very Slowly!
Written by Anne Bandow Springtime, our season of moist breezes, warm sunshine, and budding plants has arrived. As we watch, the surface of the earth … Read More