Lopsticks help find the way in uncharted waters
Lopsticks, tall trees lopped of lower branches, were created to honor first-timer guests in an area. They acted as signposts to later fur trade brigades.
The Ho-Chunk in Minnesota—did you know?
The Winnebago (properly called Ho-Chunk) lived in Minnesota for a dozen years, and can be traced partly through the fur trade ledger of A.C Riggs from 1852-53.
Gleanings from a fur trade ledger of 1852-53
A fur trader’s 1852-53 ledger provides fascinating insights into the Winnebago/Ho-Chunk tribespeople who are listed.