Bio-Blitz
August 9 – August 12
Bio-Blitz Camp at Wolf Ridge invites grades 8-9 campers to explore nature and catalog as many species as possible. Track mammals, study birds and insects, and engage in hands-on scientific discovery.
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Where Learning Comes to Life in Nature
and Exploration Sparks Transformation
50+ Classes & Experiences
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Overnight School Visits
Part field trip, part overnight camp, Wolf Ridge offers hands-on outdoor education for K-12 students.
Summer Camps
Choose a classic sleepaway camp experience or head into the backcountry on a multi-week wilderness expedition led by our naturalist guides—summer adventures for all ages.
Teacher Training
Gain the skills to be an effective environmental educator with our graduate training program and teacher institutes.
Wolf Ridge–a place where minds open to the joy and wonder of discovering our natural world.
Events
View All Events »Beginning Bird Banding Workshop
June 25 – July 2
Immerse yourself in the art and science of bird banding with Wolf Ridge’s seven-day adult course. Gain hands-on experience in safe bird handling, mist-net operation, aging and sexing birds, and accurate data recording using the MAPS protocol. Explore lectures on avian life histories, molting patterns, and ethical considerations, all while contributing to meaningful conservation research. Lodging and meals are provided for a fully immersive learning experience in Minnesota’s beautiful natural setting.
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Wolf Ridge Protects 928 Acres Forever Through Conservation Easement
Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center and The Nature Conservancy have permanently protected 928 acres of forests, lakes, streams, and wildlife habitat along Minnesota’s North Shore through a conservation easement, ensuring this extraordinary landscape remains an outdoor classroom for generations to come.
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Nourishing Community: Thank You, Upper Lakes Foods
Wolf Ridge proudly recognizes Upper Lakes Foods as a presenting sponsor of Ridge Well Traveled, honoring their role in nourishing our students, supporting our mission, and investing in the future of outdoor education.
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One Week on Isle Royale: Backpacking Through Ecology and Wilderness
A wilderness backpacking trip to Isle Royale National Park where students explore rugged trails, Lake Superior’s shoreline, and one of the most unique predator-prey ecosystems in North America. Guided by Wolf Ridge Naturalists, participants learn ecology firsthand while experiencing true backcountry travel.
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