Galbraith Extensive Wildlife Habitat Area

Galbraith Extensive Wildlife Habitat Area is a 139 acre property located in Barron County. The Vermillion River with a cattail and sedge marsh runs through the property. Adjacent grass fields with ponds and mixed hardwood forest provide habitat for ruffed grouse, squirrels and deer. Find it east of Cumberland 3 miles on Hwy 48 then south 2 miles on 10 th St. Property is on your right.

History of Management

The property was purchased through the Extensive Wildlife Habitat Area (EWHA) program. Ponds were dug and prairie grasses were planted on the adjacent fields. These fields are periodically burned to maintain waterfowl and upland bird nesting habitat.

Recreation Opportunities

The following recreational opportunities exist at Galbraith Extensive Wildlife Habitat Area:

• Hunting - waterfowl, ruffed grouse, squirrels, deer
• Trapping
• Hiking
• Berry picking, etc...
• Wildlife viewing
• Fishing
• Bird watching

Additional Information

Download [PDF 1.5MB] an aerial photo/map of this property.

Useful Links:

• Hunting in Wisconsin
• Hunting and Trapping Regulations
• Season Dates
• Barron County Information [Exit DNR]
• Plan your trip to Barron County [Exit DNR]

For more information on Galbraith Extensive Wildlife Habitat Area contact the property manager.

Questions for Wildlife Management