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    • Beginning Bird Banding Workshop

    $2835
    Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center 6282 Cranberry Road, Finland, MN

    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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    Naturalist Retreat

    $350
    Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center 6282 Cranberry Road, Finland, MN

    Experience the North Woods with Wolf Ridge! Explore forests, cliffs, wetlands, and Lake Superior with guided sessions, evening presentations, and fellow naturalists. Discover hidden gems of the North Shore and connect with a vibrant nature community.

    FREE Open House

    Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center 6282 Cranberry Road, Finland, MN

    Explore Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center at our Free Open House! Families can enjoy rock climbing, adventure ropes courses, canoeing on Wolf Lake, and hiking the trails. Picnic areas are available, and no advance registration is required. It’s a fun-filled day for all ages to experience the outdoors and connect with nature!

    • Advanced Bird Banding Workshop

    $1950
    Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center 6282 Cranberry Road, Finland, MN

    Take your bird banding expertise to the next level with Wolf Ridge’s Advanced Bird Banding Workshop for experienced banders. Focused on refining mist-net techniques, advanced bird-handling skills, and precision in aging and sexing, this intensive course also includes lectures on avian life histories, molt strategies, and plumage identification. Participants receive individualized instruction, hands-on practice, and the opportunity to connect with fellow banders, all while staying on the scenic Wolf Ridge campus with lodging and meals provided. Expand your skills and contribute to meaningful avian research in a supportive, immersive environment.

    • North Woods, Great Lakes Master Naturalist Biome Course at Wolf Ridge

    $110 – $840
    Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center 6282 Cranberry Road, Finland, MN

    Explore the North Woods and Great Lakes with Wolf Ridge’s Master Naturalist Biome Course. This week-long program, in partnership with the Minnesota Master Naturalist program, offers hands-on learning for all experience levels. Choose from meal-only, private suite, or shared lodging options.

    • Teacher Training Workshop – Spring Weekend

    $470
    Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center 6282 Cranberry Road, Finland, MN

    Spring Weekend Workshop

    Join 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.

    Welcome spring with Wolf Ridge’s Teacher Training Institute! Learn from Wolf Ridge Naturalists to co-teach through the season’s changing weather, strengthen your naturalist skills, and gain practical strategies for teaching outdoors in snow, rain, and cold. No prior experience required. Bring the family for spring adventures and an evening on the outdoor adventure ropes course.

    Teacher Training Workshop – Winter Weekend

    $470
    Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center 6282 Cranberry Road, Finland, MN

    Embrace winter as your classroom! Join Wolf Ridge Naturalists for a hands-on weekend workshop focused on co-teaching with snow, building naturalist skills, and gaining practical strategies for teaching outdoors in the cold. No prior outdoor learning experience required. Bring the family and enjoy winter adventures at Wolf Ridge, including the outdoor adventure ropes course.

    • Teacher Training Workshop – Summer Half Week

    $460
    Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center 6282 Cranberry Road, Finland, MN

    Can’t stay the whole week? Join Wolf Ridge’s Teacher Training Institute Monday–Wednesday for a hands-on introduction to the practices of a naturalist. Explore watersheds, bird banding, Lake Superior, nature journaling, and foundational outdoor pedagogy. No prior experience required—perfect for educators new to outdoor learning or looking to deepen their practice.

    Teacher Training Workshop – Summer Full Week

    $1000
    Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center 6282 Cranberry Road, Finland, MN

    Immerse yourself in the life of a naturalist with Wolf Ridge’s Teacher Training Institute! Explore watersheds, bird banding, Lake Superior, nature journaling, and outdoor pedagogy while gaining practical tools to transform your approach to outdoor learning. Choose a full week or join us Monday–Wednesday. No prior experience required, and family-friendly activities make it easy to bring the adventure home.