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SUMMARY:Advanced Bird Banding Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Register Now \nRefine your bird banding expertise and deepen your understanding of molt strategies\, feather morphology\, and plumage identification in this intensive advanced workshop. Designed for experienced banders\, this class offers individualized instruction that builds on your existing skills\, with a curriculum tailored to your current level and goals. \nCourse Requirements: This workshop requires previous bird banding experience. Before attending\, participants should be comfortable with: \n\nHandling and setting up mist-nets\nExtracting birds safely from mist-nets\nAging birds\, specifically distinguishing hatch-year from after-hatch-year birds\n\nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nEnhanced Mist Net Techniques: Improve your speed and safety during bird extractions to optimize both accuracy and bird welfare.\nAdvanced Bird-Handling Skills: Master bird-handling techniques\, including proper grips and methods to minimize stress on birds during the banding process.\nPrecision in Aging and Sexing: Hone your in-hand aging and sexing abilities\, focusing on fine details such as skulling\, scoring\, and identifying molt limits.\n\nAfternoon Lectures & Discussions: \n\nAvian Life Histories & Energetics: Learn how birds’ life cycles and energy needs influence their behavior and physical characteristics.\nDetailed Study of Molts & Plumages: Delve into the complexities of molt cycles and plumage changes\, and how these factors can aid in identification.\nBanding’s Role in Research & Monitoring: Explore how banding contributes to ornithological research\, population monitoring\, and conservation efforts.\n\nStay on the beautiful Wolf Ridge campus\, where lodging and hearty meals are provided to ensure a comfortable and immersive learning experience. Participants are encouraged to bring questions and observations from their own banding work\, allowing for personalized guidance from instructor Danielle Kaschube. For more information\, visit the Institute for Bird Populations website or contact the instructor directly. \nTake this opportunity to expand your bird banding skills in a supportive\, focused environment\, and join a community of fellow banders dedicated to the study and conservation of birds. \nRegister Now
URL:https://wolf-ridge.org/event/advanced-bird-banding-workshop/
LOCATION:Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center\, 6282 Cranberry Road\, Finland\, MN\, 55603
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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SUMMARY:North Woods\, Great Lakes Master Naturalist Biome Course at Wolf Ridge
DESCRIPTION:August 16 – August 22\, 2026\nAge: 18+\n\n\n**Register through Wolf Ridge for optional Lodging/Meals ONLY \n**Sign up for the biome course through Master Naturalist HERE \n(Program cost through Master Naturalist is $395) \nJoin us for a North Woods\, Great Lakes Master Naturalist Biome Course at Wolf Ridge! Wolf Ridge is happy to partner with the Minnesota Master Naturalist program through the University of Minnesota Extension to offer this week-long course. This course will benefit beginners and experts to the area as there will be something for everyone. Learn more about the Minnesota Master Naturalist program by watching this short video.\n\nWhy A Wolf Ridge Master Naturalist Course\n\n\nThe meals only package includes breakfast\, lunch and dinner served in our dining hall starting with breakfast on Monday through breakfast on Saturday for a cost of $110.\nLodging includes the meal package and a private suite in the MAC Lodge. A Sunday arrival allows for an early start to programming on Monday and a Saturday departure allows for a graduation celebration Friday night. Lodging cost = $840.\nOption for shared room and shared bathroom (4 people per room on bottom bunks) and meals for $675.\n\nCancellationsWe’re excited to have you join us! To reserve your spot\, a $150 non-refundable deposit per person is required. \nIf plans change\, let us know at least two weeks before your session to receive a refund (minus the deposit). \nFor cancellations within two weeks\, we understand that life happens. Refunds (minus the deposit) may be considered for illness\, injury (with a doctor’s note)\, or a death in the immediate family. \nWe appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing you!
URL:https://wolf-ridge.org/event/north-woods-great-lakes-master-naturalist-biome-course-at-wolf-ridge-2/
LOCATION:Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center\, 6282 Cranberry Road\, Finland\, MN\, 55603
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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SUMMARY:Teacher Training Workshop - Spring Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Spring Weekend Workshop \nJoin us for our Teacher Training Institute’s (almost) Spring workshop! Learn from Wolf Ridge Naturalists to co-teach in this transitional season of weather (snow\, rain)\, develop your naturalist skills and learn tips and tricks for teaching in the cold. No prior outdoor learning experience needed! Great for those just starting out or those that have already been integrating outdoor learning into their teaching practices. \nBring the family! Wolf Ridge provides daytime outdoor activities for youth (must be accompanied by an adult) or can recommend local spots for spring adventures. On Saturday evening\, participants can experience Wolf Ridge’s outdoor adventure ropes course. \nLearn More\nSample Schedule\nRegister Now
URL:https://wolf-ridge.org/event/teacher-training-workshop-spring-weekend/
LOCATION:Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center\, 6282 Cranberry Road\, Finland\, MN\, 55603
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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SUMMARY:Teacher Training Workshop - Winter Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Winter Weekend Workshop \nJoin us for our Teacher Training Institute’s winter workshop! Learn from Wolf Ridge Naturalists to co-teach with the snow\, develop your naturalist skills and learn tips and tricks for teaching in the cold. No prior outdoor learning experience needed! Great for those just starting out or those that have already been integrating outdoor learning into their teaching practices. \nBring the family! Wolf Ridge provides daytime outdoor activities for youth (must be accompanied by an adult) or can recommend local spots for winter adventures. On Saturday evening\, participants can experience Wolf Ridge’s outdoor adventure ropes course- the more snow\, the better! \nLearn More\nSample Schedule\nRegister Now
URL:https://wolf-ridge.org/event/teacher-training-workshop-winter-weekend/
LOCATION:Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center\, 6282 Cranberry Road\, Finland\, MN\, 55603
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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SUMMARY:Teacher Training Workshop - Summer Half Week
DESCRIPTION:Can’t stay the whole week?\nJoin us for the first half (Monday–Wednesday) to experience a taste of what the Teacher Training Institute has to offer! \nSpend a short week with the Wolf Ridge Teacher Training Institute and fully immerse yourself in the practices of a naturalist. Throughout this hands-on retreat\, you might study watersheds\, take part in bird banding\, explore the shores of Lake Superior\, and so much more! \nYou’ll dive into nature journaling while learning foundational outdoor pedagogy techniques that will transform how you think about and approach outdoor learning. No prior experience is needed—this workshop is perfect for both newcomers and educators already incorporating outdoor learning into their teaching. \nBring the whole family!\nWolf Ridge offers daytime outdoor activities for youth (accompanied by an adult) and can also recommend nearby destinations for your own adventures. Please call 218-353-7414 after you register if you plan to bring additional family members. Additional fees will apply. \nLearn More\nSample Schedule\nRegister Now
URL:https://wolf-ridge.org/event/teacher-training-workshop-summer-half-week/
LOCATION:Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center\, 6282 Cranberry Road\, Finland\, MN\, 55603
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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SUMMARY:Teacher Training Workshop - Summer Full Week
DESCRIPTION:Spend a week with Wolf Ridge’s Teacher Training Institute being fully immersed in practices that naturalists do. This retreat may include studying watersheds\, bird banding\, trips to Lake Superior and so much more! You’ll dive into nature journaling while learning foundational outdoor pedagogy techniques that will change your mindset around outdoor learning. No prior outdoor learning experience needed! Great for those just starting out or those that have already been integrating outdoor learning into their teaching practices. \nCan’t commit to the full week? Join us for the beginning half of the week (Monday-Wednesday) to experience what our Teacher Training Institute has to offer! \nBring the family! Wolf Ridge provides daytime outdoor activities for youth (must be accompanied by an adult) or can recommend local spots for summer adventures. Evenings are time for the whole family with options to canoe on one of our beautiful lakes\, go for a hike\, or experience the adventure ropes course or indoor rock walls! \nLearn More\nSample Schedule\nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://wolf-ridge.org/event/teacher-training-workshop-summer-full-week/
LOCATION:Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center\, 6282 Cranberry Road\, Finland\, MN\, 55603
CATEGORIES:Adult Programming
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