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Explore everything our 2,000-acre classroom offers for students, educators, and lifelong learners ready to take their next adventure outside.
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Located in Finland, Minnesota, the Wolf Ridge campus is bordered by rivers, lakes, and streams, with spectacular views of Lake Superior and the Sawmill Valley.
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Founded in 1971, Wolf Ridge hosts 12,000+ visitors annually, many for multi-day immersive outdoor experiences on our 2,000-acre campus.
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Where Nature, Comfort, and Sustainability Meet--groups gather, families reconnect, and individuals recharge—inside one of the greenest lodges on the planet.
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Learn, connect, and thrive in the heart of nature. We invite you and your family to join us for a week of discovery, connection, and growth. At Wolf Ridge, learning […]
In this workshop we will zoom in and focus on practicing plant identification skills. We will also zoom out and discuss the relationship between these plants and their environment. We will encounter many fascinating plants, some of them carnivorous, some of them mere inches tall at maturity, some with strikingly beautiful flowers, some of them are some of the rarest plants in the state!
Winter Weekend Teacher Training Workshop Interested in collaboration with teachers from other districts? Wolf Ridge hosts weekends for individual teachers or groups to sign up to come take part in […]
This workshop, led by a seasoned Wolf Ridge Naturalist, will immerse you in the history and traditions of these classic winter activities as you explore the forests, trails, and scenic vistas of Wolf Ridge.
Join experienced Wolf Ridge Naturalists as they guide you through the essentials of winter birding, animal tracking, and identifying the subtle signs of life in the snow-covered boreal forest.
Join us for a tranquil retreat designed for adult learners looking to slow down, engage their senses, and find inspiration in nature’s winter beauty. Perfect for both seasoned artists and those new to nature journaling, this workshop offers a peaceful escape to recharge and reconnect with the wonders of the winter season.
Ready to transform your approach to education? Explore Wild Pedagogies with us! Explore the educational practices of Wild Pedagogies that re-center the more-than-human voices in your teaching in order to […]
Join us for an evening with bestselling author William Kent Krueger as he explores the transformative power of Outdoor Education Through the Eyes of an Author. Tuesday, June 3 Westwood […]
Summer Full Week Teacher Training Workshop Interested in collaboration with teachers from other districts? Wolf Ridge hosts a full week in summer for individual teachers or groups to sign up […]
Join Us! Lake Superior Speaks: Educator & Researcher Confluence! Minnesota Sea Grant is hosting “Lake Superior Speaks: Educator & Researcher Confluence," a water science workshop July 23-25, 2025 that will bring together […]