Publications Catalog

The Driftless Area of southwestern Wisconsin and northwestern Illinois got its name from the lack of glacial sediment ("drift") covering the landscape. The surficial geology and topography of the Driftless Area are thus distinct from the surrounding region where multiple phases of glaciation left their mark. This pamphlet, a collaborative effort between...

Explains the geologic causes of the county’s natural landscape and follows each description with an exploration of the parts of the county that showcase specific geologic features. Includes a folded color map that shows the surface geology and locations of parks. Heavily illustrated.