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The woods and the water are what make Wisconsin the ultimate playground, while the four seasons keep things interesting year round. Harbor towns feature a unique blend of activities from fishing to snowmobiling while there is hardly a shortage of sophisticated cities in Wisconsin.

One of the initial Wisconsin attractions to Western explorers was the abundance of fur-bearing animals. The profitable fur trade attracted many Europeans and created many battles as well. It was followed by a major mining boom in early 1800s which more than double the population of Wisconsin. During the 1830s until 60s, many Yankees flocked to Wisconsin in large numbers, followed by even more Germans so that the state became and remains today, at least one-third German. Many ethnic festivals take place throughout Wisconsin as locals and visitors celebrate their heritage.

Being in a fabulous location between the Great Lakes and Mississippi River, Wisconsin has a wide variety of geographical features. To the south are massive forests and small glacial lakes; in the middle are unique sandstone formations and rich farmland; the east captures all with its rugged landscape, forest and farmland. There is hardly a shortage of national parks and the varied landscape of Wisconsin makes it a highly popular spot for all kinds of outdoor recreation.

Wisconsin has a humid continental climate, where summers are short and hot while winters are long and cold. The coastal areas are dramatically different because of their exposure to water - with milder winters and cooler summers than the rest of Wisconsin. Summer rainfall and spring thunderstorms are not uncommon, but contribute to the majestic forests which cover 46 percent of the state’s land area.

Animal enthusiasts thrive in Wisconsin. From black bears to flying squirrels, there are plenty of animals to see. In addition, Wisconsin is one of the migratory paths for millions of birds while Wisconsin waters are filled with many varieties of fish. Even more popular than its wild animals is the dairy cow, which was adopted in 1971 as Wisconsin’s official domesticated animal because of its tremendous contribution. Thanks to the cow, Wisconsin is often called “America’s Dairyland”.