Winter Homeschool Retreat
❄️ Join Wolf Ridge ELC for our Winter Homeschool Retreat! ❄️ Embrace winter with your homeschool community at Wolf Ridge! Engage in exciting outdoor adventures like snowshoeing, skiing, and winter […]
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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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❄️ Join Wolf Ridge ELC for our Winter Homeschool Retreat! ❄️ Embrace winter with your homeschool community at Wolf Ridge! Engage in exciting outdoor adventures like snowshoeing, skiing, and winter […]
Enjoy the special magic that comes with snowy weather with your family.
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 […]
Visitors can observe these beautiful birds up close and learn about the banding process and bird research.
Visitors can observe these beautiful birds up close and learn about the banding process and bird research.